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Clear your calendar - It's going down! Schedule Blocks kicks off on May 20th, and you're invited to take part in the festivities. Splash HQ (122 W 26th St) is our meeting spot for a night of fun and excitement. Come one, come all, bring a guest, and hang loose. This is going to be epic!

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Clear your calendar - It's going down! Schedule Blocks kicks off on May 20th, and you're invited to take part in the festivities. Splash HQ (122 W 26th St) is our meeting spot for a night of fun and excitement. Come one, come all, bring a guest, and hang loose. This is going to be epic!

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The District of Columbia Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment is responsible for implementing, managing, and administering programs, initiatives, and services that support the District's creative economy. Sign up for our email list to receive monthly news & updates. Check out the latest eNewsletters.

We had a blast celebrating Mayor Muriel Bowser Presents 202Creates Month! From the 202Creates Kick-off to DC Radio's Two Year Anniversary, The Sound of Family and Fun, and finally the 202Creates Closing Event we are filled with gratitude for all of the support we've received! 

 

202Creates Month doesn't just take place in September, it's a movement and we know the District's creatives will keep the energy alive! To do that, we are calling all legends of the wood from the Kalorama Road rink and all around the District to come and get your skate on at the first-ever "Capital Skate Fest." Also, as we continue to move with our creative intensity, we invite you to join us at this year's 34th annual "Mayor's Arts Awards." The Mayor’s Arts Awards is an inclusive celebration for District residents of all 8 Wards that honors the city’s vibrant creative community and patrons of the arts and humanities. Our Arts Awards theme is "Your Voice, Your Vote, You Make A Difference!" Visit the "Save the Dates" section for further details! 

 

Join us for several exciting events happening during October. Those events include Broccoli City's first-ever "Food and Grooves," 93.9 WKYS's "KYSFest," and the University of the District of Columbia's "Firebird Film Festival."  We are excited to not only support these upcoming events but continue to promote and amplify the DC creative community. To learn more, visit the "Join Us!" and "Save the Dates" section of this eNewsltter.

  

This month, we also want to salute Breast Cancer Awareness Month,  Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Disability Employment Awareness Month. We thank Mayor Muriel Bowser for her support of creatives from all walks of life. We encourage all District residents to connect with the Department of Health, Mayor's Office on Women's Policy and Initiatives, DC Commission on Persons with Disabilities, and Mayor’s Office on Fathers, Men and Boys for information and resources. 


For more information on our agency, visit entertainment.dc.gov and follow us on social media to connect with our community! 

 

Facebook: Entertain DC, DCRadioHD

Instagram: Entertain_DC, 202Creates, DCRadioHD

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Angie M. Gates
Director
DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment

Photo Credit: Khalid Naji-Allah

In Case you Missed it

Check out these photos from Mayor Muriel Bowser Presents "The Sound of Family and Fun" and the "202Creates Closing Event" at Anacostia. Thanks to our photographer Marcus Bennett for capturing all of the wonderful vibes!

OCTFME LAUNCHES THE "ENTERTAINDC APP"

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Entertaindc app

The DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment launches the EntertainDC mobile app. It's a free, all-inclusive, and fully searchable digital film & music directory that connects DC creatives in minutes - all at the touch of button. To stay connected, visit the app store and search "Entertain DC". Once downloaded, open the app and navigate to search your favorite location, crewman, music venue and more. Please note that the Entertain DC app is not yet optimized for Android, but will be readily available in the near future.

 

See below the easy steps to find the APP! 

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Check out this video on how to find the app using your iPhone! For more video's on the step-by-step process and our updated Reel-Scout website features, follow our social media channels below! 

202CREATES RESIDENTS

The District of Columbia Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment is responsible for implementing, managing, and administering programs, initiatives, and services that support the District's creative economy. Sign up for our email list to receive monthly news & updates. Check out the latest eNewsletters.

The #EntertainDC Office sends a special congratulattions to the new Fall 2019  Residency Class! 

The #EntertainDC Office sends a special congratulations to the new Fall 2019 Residency Class!

WARD 1

Calvin Robinson, Ward 1

Victoria Ford, Ward 1

Kurt Elftmann, Ward 1

Dana Fletcher, Ward 1

WARD 5

Gregory Michael,

Ward 5

Thomasina Perkins-Washington, Ward 5

Kendell Renee Kelly, Ward 5

Robert Stephenson, Ward 5

Mica Powers, Ward 5
Hiba Akhtar, Ward 5

Hiba Jaafari, Ward 5

 

WARD 2

Eileen Chong, Ward 2

Justin Franks, Ward 2

WARD 6

Bryant Johnson, Ward 6

Mariama Bramble,

Ward 6

Dareon Amaru, Ward 6

Hayling Price, Ward 6

Lawrence Cosby,

Ward 6

Kevin Stokes, Ward 6

 


WARD 3

Tommy McFLY, Ward 3

Kelly Collis, Ward 3

WARD 7

Jocelyn Johnson-Green, Ward 7

Tommy Taylor, Ward 7

 


WARD 4

Ashley Blue, Ward 4

Emmett Williams,

Ward 4

Tara Pokras, Ward 4

Deirdre  Evans-Pritchard, Ward 4

WARD 8

Tashi Brown, Ward 8

Amber Robles-Gordon, Ward 8

Paul Spires, Ward 8

Victoria Ford, Ward 8

Aziyrah ThePoet,

Ward 8

ART AURÉ, Ward 8

Ronald (Smokey) Stevens, Ward 8

Cameron Poles, Ward 8

Victoria ford

WARD 1

Victoria Newton Ford is a poet and essayist from Memphis, Tennessee, currently based in Washington, D.C. As an artist, she believes documenting her observations of the worlds that Black queer women and nonbinary folks inhabit is a form of survival. Her writing has appeared in Wild Age Press, Connotations Press: An Online Artifact, The Nation, Literary Hub, and many more.

paul "JusPaul" spires

WARD 8

 JusPaul is a multi-talented entertainer born and raised in Washington DC. As an independent music professional, JusPaul has released three well-received solo mixtapes which highlighted his vocal talents and creative songwriting skills through a mix of renditions and original songs.  His solid foundation in live performances supports his mission to not merely entertain but to educate and continue to inspire youth to pursue their creativity through a musical experience. 

tara pokras

WARD 4

Tara is a human-centered designer, ethnographic researcher, and photographer. She is innately curious about the world and is constantly questioning the status quo. Tara is a public health professional and has spent much of her career designing and implementing public health projects both in the US and internationally. She is also the Founder and Chief Creatrix of "Period Portraits."

robert stephenson

WARD 5

Robert Stephenson's is an artists who's work explores the depths of the human experience through portraiture, video, and oral tradition. Inspired by graffiti and street art, Robert's portraits are large, colorful, vibrant, and imbued with messages and meaning. The larger than life portraits intend to tell a story that often goes unheard while challenging the lack of certain stories told within gallery and museum walls.

kevin stokes

WARD 6

Kevin Stokes Is The Founder And Brand Ambassador Of "Unofficial DC" - A Lifestyle, Clothing, And Accessories Brand. The primary mission of "Unofficial DC" Is To Re-Brand The Narrative Of DC As One Of The Greatest Cities In The World! 

art aurÉ

WARD 8

Art Aure’ is a classically trained singer-songwriter, merging her breathtakingly beautiful voice with a brilliant fusion of pop, funk, and soul taking her audience on an emotional journey.

bryant Johnson

WARD 6

Bryant Johnson calls this his “second act.” In his former life, Bryant was a producer for BET and after a wonderful career in music television, life decided to slow the pace. In response, Bryant decided to shift his perspective and pick up the camera and now identifies himself as a freelance photographer/artist here in the District of Columbia.

hiba akhtar & Hiba jaafari

WARD 5

Hiba Akhtar and Hiba Jaafari are cofounders of "Bluenoon," an up-and-coming gelato company that specializes in flavors inspired by the Middle East and South Asia. Hiba Akhtar is a freelance editor and communications professional, and Hiba Jaafari is a dental hygienist. They're so excited to be part of 202Creates and will be brainstorming and launching most of Bluenoon's outreach and marketing development through the residency Program.

dana fletcher

WARD 1

Dana Fletcher is a People Person with advanced academic knowledge of HR best practices, including but not limited to Employee Relations, Training and Development, Human Resource Management, Recruitment, and Occupational Psychology.

dareon amaru

WARD 6

Dareon Amaru is an avid reader/writer trained in various styles and methods. As a child, the world of books was his playground and the words on the pages became his playmates. His time at The Duke Ellington School of the Arts provided him with a rich education in poetry, prose, playwriting, and journalism. He credits this experience as his awakening to the possibilities of becoming a professional writer.

MARIAMA BRAMBLE

WARD 6

Mariama Bramble is a Modern Homemaker, Your Favorite Cocktail Creator, Resilient Home Cook, and a  Lover of Vibrant & Eclectic Style with a Passion for Entertaining. Mariama is here to help you create a well-styled life full of entertaining, inspiration, and Unforgettable experiences with the people you love.

justin franks

WARD 2

Justin Franks is a digital pioneer helping thought leaders, small businesses, civic organizations, and advocacy campaigns grow their online presence. He believes that access to resources and safe spaces for deep thinking, applied learning by doing, and exploring shared passions with other like-minded free thinkers are critical to entrepreneurial success.

cameron poles

WARD 8

"Cam Poles is a: Thinker. Dreamer. Writer. Doer. Former educator. Former knucklehead. Avid reader. Open to learning new ways (and old ways). A warrior. A healer. Always. Always, putting on for his city. Defending and advancing the culture. Daily working at being the best father, son, friend, and creator I can be."

ashley blue

WARD 4

Ashley Blue Is A Commercial And Documentary Video Producer, Filmmaker, And Art Photographer Based In Washington D.C. As A Full-Time Freelancer, She Works On A Wide Variety Of Projects that Uses Her Skills In Videography, Editing, And Motion Graphics To Help Companies And Organizations Tell Their Stories. Ashley is Currently Working On A Documentary Series About DC Artists that Highlights The Ever-Present And Unique Creativity Of The City’s Inhabitants.

calvin robinson

WARD 1

Calvin is the host of the show “Marginally Speaking,” a podcast that dives into discussions centered on marginalized individuals in the realms of pop culture and non-fiction. This podcast combines his passion for hearing others tell their stories and having discussions on issues that impact the communities of which he is a part.

victoria ford

WARD 8

Victoria Ford started her journey into Music Photography in 2010. Since then, the Washingtonian native has captured moments of artists and musicians ranging from Hip-Hop, Soul, Country, and Rock. Her love of music and photography stemmed from weekend trips with her mother to record stores where she wandered the aisles gazing at album covers. Ford’s work has been featured on Okayplayer.com, Ebony, Lomography, Film Quarterly, and The New York Times to name a few.

tommy taylor jr.

WARD 7

Tommy Taylor Jr. is A Uniquely Talented Comedian, Actor, And Filmmaker. Tommy is Steadily Paving His Way Towards Success On Stage by Using Comedy As A Bridge To Connect His Artistic Endeavors. Tommy Has also Held Roles In Several HBO Series Including The EMMY Winning Show "VEEP" And "The Wire." 

tashi brown

WARD 8

Tashi brown’s ability to comfort the soul and overcome adversity, while still inspiring others to greatness, started as a young girl living in Roxbury, MA. For over 20 years, she has strengthened communities and people by providing expert advisory and leadership in conflict resolution, employee & labor relations and victim advocacy for non-profit, local and federal government agencies in Washington, DC.

ronald smokey stevens

WARD 8

Ronald Smokey Stevens is a veteran performer on Broadway-television-Film and stages around the world. Ronald is also the founder of "the smokey stevens capital city readers theatre," a Producer, Documentary Film Maker, Author, and Playwright.

jocelyn johnson-green

WARD 7

Jocelyn Johnson-Green is the founder and owner of Boss-ism Consulting Group, which provides life coaching to individuals and organizations. She has extensive experience and knowledge in project management for city-wide conferences and events. Johnson-Green’s love of people and her ability to see beyond project management enabled her to understand her true talent, Life, and Business Coaching

mica powers

WARD 5

Mica Powers Is Photographer From Seattle, Washington, Who's Work Has Been Featured In; "A Brown Girl With A Camera" Inaugural Exhibition, FotoWeek’s DC "Faces & Places" Exhibit At The National Geographic Museum, And The Community Collective’s Annual Show. Her Work was Also Included In The Photo Book “UnPresidented: The Inauguration Of Donald J. Trump And The People’s Response” - Published In 2017.

emmett williams

WARD 4

Emmett Williams is a storyteller exploring the intersection of art and social justice. His award-winning career includes producing films on 6 continents, releasing 5 records as a singer-songwriter and several photography exhibits. Emmett is also the Content Director at Current Movements, a DC nonprofit connecting global activists using film, art, and technology.

thomasina perkins-washington

WARD 5

Thomasina Perkins-Washington is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Principal Publicist of Capitol Public Relations, LLC (CPR), and a Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Fellow. She has held various positions with the US Government as a civilian and contractor and has had a successful career as an Administrator, Financial/Budget Analyst, Foreign Military Sales, and Community Outreach Management Analyst. 

kurt elftmann

WARD 1

Kurt Elftmann is the Founder and Artistic Director of Tonic Theater Company, a new company dedicated to increasing public knowledge and understanding of history and science through the power of theater. A veteran stage actor, he has created roles in productions and workshops for Broadway and off-Broadway, including collaborations with composer Cy Coleman and director Joe Layton. 

lawrence cosby & Hayling price

WARD 6

Hayling And Lawrence First Met In A Freestyle Cipher And Have Been Creative Partners Ever Since. After Growing In Their Respective Crafts, They Realized Their Skills Could Help Them Develop Their Artistic Endeavors And Support Others. Through Their 202Creates Residency, The Duo Is Launching The Grove, An Independent Label And Platform For Musicians That Offers Marketing And Distribution Support, Artist Development And Education, Creative Consultation, And Legal Services.

kendell renee kelly

WARD 5

Kendell Renee Kelly is a creative entrepreneur, tv personality, intellectual property attorney, and protector of creatives. She counsels clients on how to better protect and grow their brands using technology and the law. In addition to her practice, she is also a sought after public speaker and social media darling who was featured in US News & World Report, Crain’s Chicago Business Report, Uptown Magazine, Metro Mix, and a host of other publications and websites.

Amber Robles-Gordon

WARD 8

Amber Robles-Gordon, is a mixed media visual artist. Driven by the need to construct her own finite path, innovate and challenge social norms, her artwork is unconventional and non-formulaic. Ultimately her creations are representational of her personal experiences and the paradoxes within the imbalance of masculine and feminine energies in our society.

List Block #5

Clear your calendar - It's going down! Splash Blocks kicks off on April 20th, and you're invited to take part in the festivities. Splash HQ (122 W 26th St) is our meeting spot for a night of fun and excitement. Come one, come all, bring a guest, and hang loose.

EILEEN CHONG, Ward 2

Eileen Chong Is A Visual And Literary Storyteller. Upon Graduating From The University Of Notre Dame With A Bachelor Of Arts In English And Film, Chong Moved To Korea And Traveled Extensively. Her Current Project Combines Her Work In Spoken Word And Video To Create Visual Poems Exploring Identity Within The Legacy Of Familial Relationships And Inherited Trauma.

TOMMY MCFLY, Ward 3

Tommy McFly has been named “local Ryan Seacrest” by The Washington Post and is a well-known host, emcee, and commentator in the DMV area. During their 202Creates residency, Tommy and Kelly Collis are looking to build strategic partnerships in the creative community for their new independent, internet-streaming morning broadcast, "The Tommy Show: Starring Kelly Collis and Tommy McFly," through their new Tommy Show app.

LORIANE M. ICIBACI, WARD 3

Loriane Icibaci Holds A Ph.D. In Environmental Technology And Design, And In Design For Sustainability From The Technical University Of Delft In The Netherlands. As Head Of Forma-I, She Focuses On Circular Economy, Life Cycle Thinking, Socioeconomic And Technological Analysis In Waste Prevention, System Dynamics, Urban Metabolism, Industrial Ecology, And Retrospective Bottom-Up Stock Analysis.
 


KELLY COLLIS, Ward 3

Kelly Collis Is A Native Washingtonian And Has Been Working In The DC Area For Over 20 Years. Kelly Is A Broadcaster, Entrepreneur And Co-Host Of The Tommy Show, A Live Broadcast Available On The Tommy Show App, Alexa, And Google Home.

GREGORY R. MICHAEL, Ward 5

Gregory R. Michael Has Established Himself In The Art Of Fine Crafted Tailored Clothing. He Consistently Employs Subtlety, Historical Appreciation, Timeless Elegance, Broad Knowledge Of Cloth, And A Passion For A Truly White Glove Concierge Experience In Every Action, Stitch, And Consultation. 
 

AZIYRAH THEPOET, Ward 8

Aziyrah ThePoet Is A Mother And Active

Arti-Vist Who Uses Her Art To Actively Impact The Community Through Mental Health Awareness And Poetry. Impacting The Youth Through Poetry And Spoken Word, AziyrahThePoet Has Performed At The Howard Theater, The United States Capitol, And Freedom Plaza’s “Moechella.” Aziyrah Also Mixes Activism With Her Artistry To Educate The Youth On The Importance Of Voting And Sharing Their Voice.

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BROCCOLI CITY FOOD & GROOVES 

Saturday, October 26th at Union Market DC

The Food & Grooves Experience, created by the minds behind Broccoli City, is a cultural platform showcasing diverse talent at the intersection of food, music, and art. Rounding out the program will be sounds by Teedra Moses, Tank and the Bangas, Black Alley Band, DJ Domo, DJ Jhasonic and a special presentation of R&B Only, James Beard Foundation “Award Winning” chefs leading food tastings, panel discussions, cooking lessons, and much more!


Broccoli City's goal is to highlight the talents of diverse, underrepresented chefs, mixologists and purveyors of the culinary industry who are not only fueling future generations through food but those who are also utilizing their craft to move the culture forward. Visit the "Save the Dates" section for more!

93.9 WKYS KYSFEST

Thursday, October 24th at Echostage

KYSFest is one of DC’s largest mainstream Urban Hip Hop and R&B music event that has featured performances by H.E.R., and Ella Mai, among others. This year, 93.9 WKYS will do it all over again, and recreate the success of one of the biggest music events - you don’t want to miss it! Visit the "Save the Dates" section for more!

Wealth! The 3rd Annual Firebird Film Festival

Wednesday October 30th - Saturday November 2nd at the University of the District of Columbia

The Firebird Film Festival is a student-led event that explores important social issues that concern the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) community, as well as the residents of the District of Columbia. The festival seeks to promote the University's Equity Imperative which provides educational pathways to move District residents into the middle class. Want to learn more and attend a screening? Visit the "Save the Dates" section!

CAPITAL SKATE FEST 2019

Saturday, November 2nd at the DC Armory 

Calling all District residents - SKATING IN DC IS BACK ! You’re invited to the DC Armory for the first Capital Skate Fest! 


Roller skating is a culturally rich social sport and its past, present, and future should be celebrated and showcased. We look forward to welcoming you to the Capital Skate Fest! Ready to get your skate on?! The "Save the Dates" section on this page has all the answers!  

34th Annual Mayor's Arts Awards

Wednesday, November 6th at Union Market DC

The Mayor’s Arts Awards celebrates the extraordinary individuals and organizations that play such an important role in making Washington the best place to live and work.” - Mayor Bowser. 

 

The Mayor's Arts Awards are the most prestigious honors conferred by the city on individual artists, teachers, entrepreneurs, and creative organizations. We are excited to celebrate everyone that has an impact on the District's creative economy at this year's 34th Annual Mayor's Arts Awards! Visit the "Save the Dates" section for more! 


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District of Fashion Runway Show 👠👗

Thursday, September 5th at Smithsonian American Art Museum

The District of Fashion Runway Show is DowntownDC’s premier fashion event. It serves as a unique platform for designers, buyers, fashion press, stylists, and other fashion creatives to conduct world-class business in Washington, DC. District of Fashion events serve as a kickoff to New York Fashion Week. The DowntownDC Business Improvement Corporation (BID) is working to establish the District as a thriving fashion capital and to create awareness about DC’s local, innovative and inclusive fashion industry. The event seeks to solidify DC’s status alongside thriving industry destinations such as New York, L.A, Paris and Milan.

thursday, august 29th 

Cecap: stagehand 🎉

 Saturday, September 14th at IATSE Headquarters

The Creative Economy Career Access Program (CECAP) provides underserved District of Columbia residents access to entry level media skills training and a paid on-the-job training placement with a local media employer-mentor.  The goal of the program is to offer the training and marketable experience required to establish sustainable careers in the creative economy and a pathway to the middle class. In FY20 the CECAP program will provide 6 District residents a 3-week creative production training module provided by DCTV followed by an 11-month paid on-the-job training placement with a local media industry employer-mentor.

everyday @2:30 pm, LISTEN ON 96.3HD4 OR ONLINE 24/7 AT DCRADIO.GOV 🎧🎶

DC RADIO ANNIVERSARY 🎶

Congratulations are in order for DC Radio 96.3HD4 as we plan its Second Anniversary! The event will feature hosts from DC Radio programs, local along with national recording artists, special guests, and other District Creatives! DC Radio aims to educate, enlighten, and empower the residents of the District of Columbia! We encourage you to join us as we celebrate the history-making platform, our very own, DC Radio. Visit the "Save the Dates" section for more!


everyday @ 11:30 am, LISTEN ON 96.3HD4 OR ONLINE 24/7 AT DCRADIO.GOV 🎧🎶

202 CREATES CLOSING EVENT❤️

We're closing the September 2019 festivities with an unforgettable night of festivities! With one of the most prominent month-long celebrations coming to an end, we hope that everyone will join us at our closing event. Visit the "Save the Dates" section for more!

everyday @ 2 pm, LISTEN ON 96.3HD4 OR ONLINE 24/7 AT DCRADIO.GOV 🎧🎶

BUNGALOW MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL 🎶

The "Bungalow Music & Arts Festival" is a music and arts festival dedicated to providing an opportunity for high school students in the arts to perform among their peers while being mentored by industry professionals and their city's best artists.

 


High school students in the DC area are encouraged to sign up to perform and showcase their skills in various forms of discipline such as music, poetry, dance, visual arts and more! Come out and witness dope performances by DC's own Lightshow, Kelow Latesha, Lambo Anlo, and more! Visit the "Save the Dates" section for more!

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filmmaker of the month 

The #EntertainDC Office is pleased to recognize Chad Eric Smith as our October 2019 Filmmaker of the Month! Chad Eric Smith is a multi-disciplined artist born in Washington, DC. Raised in Ward 8's Bellevue neighborhood, Smith has always been a passionate storyteller. This passion drove him to become the actor, producer, screenwriter, and directing force that he is today. Smith has over 15 years of experience as a professional actor and has won several awards for performances both on stage and in film. In addition to theater, Smith has had leading, supporting, and featured roles in over 25 independent films, including the superhero comedy Squid Man, the horror mystery thriller The Suffering, the quirky comedy An Accidental Zombie (Named Ted), the award-winning romantic drama Last Night, and many more. Additionally, Smith provides full-time consultantship in Washington, DC for the national non-profit Men Can Stop Rape, where he writes, directs, and edits public service announcements,  and documentaries. To learn more, please visit www.misterdukeproductions.com. Congratulations Chad!

location of the month 

The #EntertainDC Office is pleased to recognize The V.I.P. Room as our October 2019 Location of the Month! The V.I.P Room was a dream that came to fruition in 1979 when owner, Abner "Sam" Sampson, renovated his office space for DC residents who were looking to host events. Sam wanted to provide a place where everybody could be treated like a "V.I.P." (a Very Important Person) and put on birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, bar and bat mitzvahs, quinceañeras, wedding receptions, and plenty more! To learn more, please visit http://theviproomdc.com/. Congratulations to the entire team at The V.I.P Room!  

IATSE Open House

In FY18, the #EntertainDC Office launched a creative economy job training support program in partnership with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 22. The program provides District residents financial subsidies to defray the costs of IASTE technical training classes. It also offers District resident IASTE members the opportunity to acquire the professional certifications required to rise up the IATSE classification tier. In turn, members can qualify for higher paying jobs and therefore pave a pathway to the middle class. On the first Thursday of each month, come out for IATSE's Open House located at the Local 22 office in Washington, DC. For more information, click HERE.

CABLE TV INFO

The District of Columbia Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment is responsible for implementing, managing, and administering programs, initiatives, and services that support the District's creative economy. Sign up for our email list to receive monthly news & updates. Check out the latest eNewsletters.

cable tv regulations

The Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment is the regulatory agency that protects and advances the cable service-related interests of the District. At the #EntertainDC Office, our dedicated team is proud to consistently deliver world-class customer service in all aspects of our work. We readily supply information to meet the diverse needs of each constituent and make every effort to educate as well as inform. If you are a cable television customer, you have rights concerning billing practices, late charges, rate increases, disconnection or interruption of service and dispute resolution procedures, the #EntertainDC Office is here to assist.

 


Any questions? Ask MARCELLA!

Upcoming Events

Thank you to everyone who showed up and showed love at  the Two Year Anniverary of the District Government's first radio station, DC Radio 96.3 HD4! Congratulations to our DC Radio team and radio hosts on your

Second Anniversary!  Thank you to our photographer Marcus Bennett for snapping these amazing  photos. 

Our mission is to produce and broadcast programming for the District of Columbia’s public, educational, and government access (PEG) cable channels and digital radio station; regulate the District of Columbia’s cable television service providers; provide customer service for cable subscribers; and support a sustainable creative economy and labor market for the District of Columbia.

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