Program Schedule

Saturday, September 26, 2026

9:30–10:00 AM:  Registration & Check-In

10:00–11:30 AM:  MORNING WORKSHOP
Tips from the Theatre: Finding Your Authentic Presence

11:30 AM–12:00 PM:  Networking Lunch (free and no registration necessary)

12:00–1:15 PM:  Lunch Screening:  Not Just for Teens (followed by Q&A)

1:30–3:00 PM:  Introduction to Professional Cinematography

3:00–3:45 PM:  How to Create a Portfolio

3:45–4:00 PM:  Break (free snacks and no registration necessary)

4:00–5:30 PM:  Late Afternoon Screening: The Teen Experience - Up Close (followed by Q&A)

Sunday, September 27, 2026

1:30–2:00 PM:  Registration & Check-In

2:00–3:30 PM:  Advanced Lighting & Cinematography Workshop

3:30–4:00 PM:  Networking Break

4:00–5:30 PM:  Sunday Screening: DC Youth Speaks (followed by Q&A)

5:30–6:30 PM:  Awards Ceremony (free and no registration necessary)

6:30–7:00 PM:  Festival Reception (free food and nore registration necessary)