What's New for Reel Affirmations 18
New venues, new online community for your old friend
Big changes are ahead this year at Reel Affirmations.
We listened to you — our audience — and made changes in the way RA18 will play out. From our audience surveys to focus groups and quiet conversations, we've been tallying the needs and desires of our fans.
The first change: an online community that gives you the Reel Affirmations experience before the festival opens. Click FILM SCHEDULE (www.reelaffirmations.org) in our navigation list and you'll be directed to b-side, where you can drill down through a daily schedule of films or a list of all films to find information, trailers and ticketing links for RA18 programs. You can do that without joining b-side, but when you sign up for the RA18 b-side community you can also:
• Create a personal calendar of films you'll attend;
• Share that calendar with your friends;
• Encourage everyone you know to attenc with you;
• Rate and comment on RA18 films.
It's a wonderful, rich environment for film fans and their friends, and it's a perfect virtual venue for hanging out and organizing your RA18 experience.
Our longtime home, the Lincoln Theatre — that glamorous grand dame of U Street — is still the centerpiece of Reel Affirmations. Our biggest and best films, including our fabulous Opening Night Film, Breakfast With Scot, will play at the Lincoln. And our Opening Night party — at town — will be the best ever!
It's wonderful to see hundreds of folks lining up at the Lincoln — and we'll continue the festival there for years to come. But we'll save her for special occasions and weekend screenings — our big studio films and the crowd-pleasing blockbusters.
We've also noticed a shift in our audience’s Zip Codes — to Silver Spring, downtown, and neighborhoods beyond. LGBT entertainment is no longer focused in any one DC neighborhood. With this change, we'll change, too: we're coming to you!
We’ve engaged the AFI Silver Theater — a state-of-the-art house in the heart of downtown Silver Spring and home to American Film Institute, the crown jewel of the the DC film community. With the Silverdocs festival, retrospectives by filmmakers like Ingmar Bergman and Martin Scorcese, classic film series, and more, AFI is the most innovative film programmer in the DC area. Driving? The Silver has free parking. Taking the Metro? It’s on the Red Line. With a number of restaurants in the area, AFI is sure to be the smash hit of the festival, and we have a number of parties and events planned for you at the renowned Jackie's and down home tavern The Quarry House.
AFI offers a number of exciting options for us — luxurious theatres, state—of—the—art equipment, and a number of programming partnerships throughout the year. In October alone, we are able to partner with AFI to screen a rare, archival print of Parting Glances — in partnership with the Outfest Legacy Program and UCLA.
The ability to forge partnerships like this is what will keep Reel Affirmations one of the greatest LGBT film festivals in the country.
Sixth and I Synagogue — the historic building right in the heart of Chinatown — has quietly built a reputation for cutting-edge programming. From Salman Rushdie to Nancy Pelosi, from the DC premiere of The Kite Runner to musical acts and bands from all over the world — Sixth and I has it all! Seating over 600 people in the soaring arena, this is the perfect venue for our weekday screenings — not too big and not too small. We know you.ll come to love it as much as we have.
And let's not forget the brand new Harman Center for the Arts at the Shakespeare Theatre!
Our Closing Night Film, Were The World Mine, fits right in with this magical space. A truly glamorous fit for our most sophisticated and glamorous Reel Affirmations yet!
When you get a chance, let us know what you think of these changes. After all, Reel Affirmations belongs to the community — without you, there would be no festival.
Music
Stay tuned for information on the next Divas Outdoors.
Movies
Don't miss Reel Affirmations 18 - October 16th - 25th, 2008.
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Television
Reel Affirmations VIP Passes
Become a One in Ten VIP! Membership Has Its Privileges
Your support and generosity ensure that Reel Affirmations and One in Ten's many cultural programs will continue to grow and flourish.
Reel Affirmations relies on the generosity of its VIPs to help underwrite screenings and costs associated with the film festival. Reel Affirmations is a costly endeavor. Each year we face increases in film and equipment rentals, theater costs, and marketing and transportation fees.
The support of our VIPs enables One in Ten to bring year-round events to the GLBT community of Washington, DC.
See the 2008 VIPs!
In appreciation of your support, we offer special perks associated with the film festival and other events throughout the year.
Note the levels of support and become a VIP today and join the growing list of people who support the mission and goals of One in Ten — your support makes a difference.
The Venture Group — $2,500 or more
The Venture Group is a dedicated group of committed donors who pledge to contribute at least $2,500 annually to One in Ten.
Become a Venture Group member and receive special benefits in recognition of your generosity and support!
To become a Venture Group member or find our more about the program, please contact Executive Director Margaret Murray at 202.986.1119.
Thank you to our current Venture Group members:
* Dierck Casselman & Scott Van Hove
* Art Garza
* Paul Eley
* Brandon Fitzgerald
* Anonymous
Venture Group Benefits
* Admission for two to all One In Ten events (Reel Affirmations, Reel Affirmations Xtra, Reel Affirmations Pride, Laugh Out Loud) and parties except those that are strictly fundraising events
* All the benefits included with VIP passes at the film festival
* Listing in the RA program guide
* Free Parking at all Reel Affrimations Venues
Executive Producer — $350
One pass to the October Reel Affirmations Film Festival:
* Opening Night Film and Gala
* Closing Night Film and Gala
* Seating Party
* Invitations to all One in Ten events
* Reserved seating throughout the festival
* Special receptions throughout the festival
* Listing in the Program Guide
* Invitations to other VIP-only special events
Diva/Director — $600
* All of the benefits for Executive Producers — doubled!
* Passes and admission to events for two people.
Film Critic — $750
* All of the benefits for Diva/Directors plus:
* Two passes to One in Ten year-round events
Studio Director — $1,000
* All of the benefits for Film Critic plus:
* An additional pass and admission to events for Reel Affirmation, giving you a total of 3 passes for the October festival
Books
DIRECTOR SPONSORS — $10,000
Metro Weekly
Pizza Paradiso
Tylenol PM
The Washington Blade
Writer Sponsors — $5,000
Blue Moon
Bo Concept
Chad Allen Designs
Cirque du Soleil
hereTV
I Gorman
Kimpton Hotels
LogoMotion
Omni Studio
Solutions by Scott
Verizon
WeKnowDC.com-Rod Howard
Actor Sponsors — $3,000
* Gay Life Baltimore
* Human Rights Campaign
* Maid to Clean
* Michelle Zavos Law Group
* The Printer
* Renna Communications — Cathy Renna PR
* Whitman-Walker Clinic
* Universal Gear
Extra Sponsors — $2,000
* AFI Silver Theater
* Bike Rack
* BOI Productions
* Brother Help Thyself
* City Houses with Charlie Gaynor
* Giant
* Goethe-Institut DC
* Harman Center for the Arts
* Jackies
* JCC
* The Mautner Project
* Servicemembers Legal Defense Network
* Sexual Minority Youth Assistance League
* Synagogue at 6th & I
* town danceboutique
* Webb Signs
Heroes
Reel Affirmations 18 Tickets Info
It's easy to purchase your tickets online...
Go to our B-Side social networking tool to browse the schedule of RA18 films. You can view the hour-by-hour schedule or drill down to a specific film. Each film description has a link for online ticketing.
...or on the ground at:
Universal Gear
1529 14th St, NW
Washington, D.C. 20005
202.319.0136
Available: All tickets and passes
...and at:
Lambda Rising
1625 Connecticut Ave. NW
Available: Festival Passes
Tickets are available the day of each screening trough each venue box office, as well.
Ticket Prices
* Individual Screenings — $10
* Opening Night Film Breakfast with Scot — $20
* Opening Night Film and Party at Town Danceboutique — $40
* Women Filmmakers Brunch at Alero featuring The World Unseen — $35
* Closing Night Film Were the World Mine — $20
* Closing Night Film and Closing Night Gala at the Shakespeare Theatre — $40
Look for our Free at Five programs throughout the festival!
Purchase your tickets www.reelaffirmations.com
One In Ten is dedicated to education and cultural activism on behalf of gay and lesbian people. One In Ten seeks to nurture the aesthetics, consciousness, and cultural legacy of this community. Founded in 1991, One In Ten is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization. One In Ten is non-partisan, non-sectarian, and respects the diversity of backgrounds and ideologies of members of the gay, lesbian, and transgender.
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S.H.E. Productions Presents: HOMO-Ween 2009 "Saints and Sinners Masquerade"!!!Join us for our annual HOMOween Bash as we transform Sapphos as you have never seen it before! Costume Contest, Great Drink Specials & Music by DJ Image.
REHAB is this Saturday @ 9pm at Grand Central and Sapphos. Make sure to come early for the power hour and a half! $2.50 Domestics and Rails til 10:30. Music by L.U.R.D. All night!! See you OUT!
The FINAL Sunday Funday of 2009 will THIS Sunday September 20th at 4pm up on the rooftop deck of Bourbon Street (316 Guilford Ave). This event is 18+ and not to be missed! Lets end summer right! Beer Pong and Flip Cup all night long as well as the amazing Dj Image on the tables and fantastic drink specials! Come casual and be prepared to party! $3 for over 21 and $5 for under. Please email us or call us ASAP if you wish to reserve a VIP Cabana as we only have a few left!
Just making the rounds to all of For Love & Stacie's friends here on MySpace letting you know that the full movie is now online in full for free. Hope you love it and and really hope you'll help us out by spreading it around! Thanks so much!
SPECIAL EVENT!!!! Join us Saturday September 12, 2009 for S.H.E. Productions Annual VIP Event with SPECIAL CUSTOMER APPRECIATION HAPPY HOUR AND A HALF! As a huge thank you for years of continued support, we will have $1.00 Miller Lites and Mixed drinks from 9:00 pm til 10:30 pm to start the evening off right! Free giveaways all night long, DJ L.U.R.D playing the hottest music and special event announcements for the remainder of 2009!
This event is 21+ and we ask that you please RSVP to sheproductionsevents@yahoo.com if you are planning on attending. We are expecting a huge crowd so plan on arriving early to avoid lines and take advantage of the awesome drink specials.
Important Annnouncement!: This Saturday will be the LAST Confession Party at Bourbon Street. We have decided to use this amazing space for special events and focus our attention on bringing creative and innovative parties to you in true S.H.E. Productions style! Special event dates to come so look for the announcements!
In the meantime, please join us this Saturday with the amazing DJ Image on the 1's and 2's, great drink specials, and always the free shot frenzy. Spread the word as we hope to have an amazing night and look forward to partying with everyone. We will be partying on the Large Ballroom side with amazing lights, music, and crowd. See you OUT!
About this page: I have been very active in Domestic Violence causes all of my adult life. I noticed a need in the world pertaining to Same Sex Domestic Violence. It happens more than people know. Unfortunately there are a number of gay people who barely consider themselves worthy or valued as a gay person much less a Domestic Violence Victim. There are also very limited resources, statistics, or information, for Same Sex Domestic Violence. Hopefully through empowerment and education we can change some of this. :D
You wanted a party outside and now we've got it for you! SUNDAY FUNDAY the 3rd Sunday of every month all summer long! Sunday Funday is a huge 18+ rooftop deck party @ Bourbon Street with music, cabanas, palm trees, frozen drinks, a huge fully stocked bar plus a beer pong table! Enjoy all this while you soak up the sun and overlook the city in your casual Sunday attire. Throw on your flip flops, a hat or even your bathing suit just don't forget your sunblock! For VIP Cabana Reservations please email us here or call 410-382-7252.
Only a couple cabanas left! If interested contact us immediately! You wanted a party outside and now we've got it for you! SUNDAY FUNDAY the 3rd Sunday of every month all summer long from 4 to 9pm! Sunday Funday is a huge 18+ rooftop deck party @ Bourbon Street with cabanas, palm trees, music, a huge fully stocked bar, frozen drinks and an ICE LUGE!! Plus a beer pong table! Enjoy all this while you soak up the sun and overlook the city in your casual Sunday attire. Throw on your flip flops, a hat or even your bathing suit just don't forget your sunblock! For VIP Cabana Reservations please email us here or call 410-382-7252.
Last month's semifinal game between came down to a nail-biting double overtime, and the Bombshells are trying to carry that momentum to vanquish the fierce River City Rollergirls of Richmond, VA, and check out Jason Leffler's #38 NASCAR showcar. Plus, in honor of Mother's Day, moms will get a gift at the door!
It's tailgating season, so come early to Stadium/Armory Lot 3 and get a head start on the fun! The lot opens at 3 p.m.
Tickets are available in advance through Ticketmaster (service charge applies), at the RFK Stadium box office and at the door on bout day.
S.H.E. Productions and SUGAR are proud to present....THE RED AND BLACK BALL this Saturday May 2, 2009- 9:00pm at THE QUARTER @ Bourbon Street. Join us in your favorite red and black outfit as we celebrate Sugar's 2nd Anniversary. Entertainment for the evening includes burlesque, boylesque, drag kings, drag queens, hot go go dancers, and other live performances with music by DeeJay Arturo all night! We promise this night to be one of the SEXIEST nights of the year.
Sugar is a lesbian owned, women and trans operated sex toy store. Come see why Sugar has won BEST OF BALTIMORE accolades. This event is open to all genders, sexual orientations, and relationship statuses. Email us for more information. This event is 21+
Join us this Saturday night and the LAST SATURDAY of EVERY MONTH for CONFESSION at Bourbon Street, the hottest, largest, womens event to hit the east coast period! Bourbon Street boasts a multi level space unlike any other in baltimore and a phenominal roof top deck over looking the Baltimore skyline!Doors open at 9 pm with a live acoustic set by Angelique Henle. $5 cover 21+ $10 cover under 21. Secure $5 Parking lot across the street and adjacent lot next door Email us for more information and check out the pics below! Also see our teaser below for a very special ONE time event: THE RED AND BLACK BALL!
See our page for more information and email us with questions. We will be making the formal announcement this weekend! This event is not to be missed.
Our All-Stars are also hitting the road again this month, fresh off their victory against the Dutchland Derby Rollers. This time, they are heading south to take on the Dominion Derby Girls April 26. Hometown fans welcome!
Also, we are excited to announce that DC Rollergirls merchandise is now available online! Now you can buy your favorite team or league shirts, buttons, stickers and more!
Check out our new eBay Store: Dc Rollergirls Merch Be sure to watch for EXCLUSIVE AUCTION ITEMS like SIGNED TEAM PROGRAMS. Team signed program auctions will start at bout time, April 18 @ 5pm EST.
Love & Aggression: DC Rollergirls whip up some post-Valentine's fun Feb. 21
All three teams have 1-1 records now, so don't miss this bout that will put the DC DemonCats or the Cherry Blossom Bombshells on the road to the championship! Plus, enjoy an expo bout between DCRG's Scare Force One and the Queen City Rollergirls, all the way from Buffalo, NY.
Tickets are $12 for adults at the door and available presale through Ticketmaster (service charge applies). Get $2 off at the door with a valid military ID. Youth tickets (age 6-12) are $6 and children 5 and under are admitted free.
Make sure you don't miss any DC Rollergirls news! Join our Facebook group, follow us on Twitter or sign up for our email list at www. dcrollergirls. com.
Can't wait until bout day to get your derby fix?Have a drink with us at Madam's Organ on Thursday, Jan. 22, from 5-9 pm (happy hour prices 'til 8). Play games, arm wrestle a Rollergirl and more! Bout tickets will be for sale.
S.H.E. Productions Presents: HOMO-Ween 2009 "Saints and Sinners Masquerade"!!!Join us for our annual HOMOween Bash as we transform Sapphos as you have never seen it before! Costume Contest, Great Drink Specials & Music by DJ Image.
We've got HOODIES!
Click here to get yours now!
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Hope your week is going well...
~Holly
REHAB is this Saturday @ 9pm at Grand Central and Sapphos. Make sure to come early for the power hour and a half! $2.50 Domestics and Rails til 10:30. Music by L.U.R.D. All night!! See you OUT!
The FINAL Sunday Funday of 2009 will THIS Sunday September 20th at 4pm up on the rooftop deck of Bourbon Street (316 Guilford Ave). This event is 18+ and not to be missed! Lets end summer right! Beer Pong and Flip Cup all night long as well as the amazing Dj Image on the tables and fantastic drink specials! Come casual and be prepared to party! $3 for over 21 and $5 for under. Please email us or call us ASAP if you wish to reserve a VIP Cabana as we only have a few left!
Just making the rounds to all of For Love & Stacie's friends here on MySpace letting you know that the full movie is now online in full for free. Hope you love it and and really hope you'll help us out by spreading it around! Thanks so much!
Click here to start shopping.
www.rollerderbysavedmysoul.com
SPECIAL EVENT!!!!
Join us Saturday September 12, 2009 for S.H.E. Productions Annual VIP Event with SPECIAL CUSTOMER APPRECIATION HAPPY HOUR AND A HALF! As a huge thank you for years of continued support, we will have $1.00 Miller Lites and Mixed drinks from 9:00 pm til 10:30 pm to start the evening off right! Free giveaways all night long, DJ L.U.R.D playing the hottest music and special event announcements for the remainder of 2009!
This event is 21+ and we ask that you please RSVP to sheproductionsevents@yahoo.com if you are planning on attending. We are expecting a huge crowd so plan on arriving early to avoid lines and take advantage of the awesome drink specials.
Important Annnouncement!: This Saturday will be the LAST Confession Party at Bourbon Street. We have decided to use this amazing space for special events and focus our attention on bringing creative and innovative parties to you in true S.H.E. Productions style! Special event dates to come so look for the announcements!
In the meantime, please join us this Saturday with the amazing DJ Image on the 1's and 2's, great drink specials, and always the free shot frenzy. Spread the word as we hope to have an amazing night and look forward to partying with everyone. We will be partying on the Large Ballroom side with amazing lights, music, and crowd. See you OUT!
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I have been very active in Domestic Violence causes all of my adult life. I noticed a need in the world pertaining to Same Sex Domestic Violence. It happens more than people know. Unfortunately there are a number of gay people who barely consider themselves worthy or valued as a gay person much less a Domestic Violence Victim. There are also very limited resources, statistics, or information, for Same Sex Domestic Violence. Hopefully through empowerment and education we can change some of this. :D
You wanted a party outside and now we've got it for you! SUNDAY FUNDAY the 3rd Sunday of every month all summer long! Sunday Funday is a huge 18+ rooftop deck party @ Bourbon Street with music, cabanas, palm trees, frozen drinks, a huge fully stocked bar plus a beer pong table! Enjoy all this while you soak up the sun and overlook the city in your casual Sunday attire. Throw on your flip flops, a hat or even your bathing suit just don't forget your sunblock! For VIP Cabana Reservations please email us here or call 410-382-7252.
Only a couple cabanas left! If interested contact us immediately! You wanted a party outside and now we've got it for you! SUNDAY FUNDAY the 3rd Sunday of every month all summer long from 4 to 9pm! Sunday Funday is a huge 18+ rooftop deck party @ Bourbon Street with cabanas, palm trees, music, a huge fully stocked bar, frozen drinks and an ICE LUGE!! Plus a beer pong table! Enjoy all this while you soak up the sun and overlook the city in your casual Sunday attire. Throw on your flip flops, a hat or even your bathing suit just don't forget your sunblock! For VIP Cabana Reservations please email us here or call 410-382-7252.
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May Mayhem!
Last month's semifinal game between came down to a nail-biting double overtime, and the Bombshells are trying to carry that momentum to vanquish the fierce River City Rollergirls of Richmond, VA, and check out Jason Leffler's #38 NASCAR showcar. Plus, in honor of Mother's Day, moms will get a gift at the door!
It's tailgating season, so come early to Stadium/Armory Lot 3 and get a head start on the fun! The lot opens at 3 p.m.
Tickets are available in advance through Ticketmaster (service charge applies), at the RFK Stadium box office and at the door on bout day.
Sugar is a lesbian owned, women and trans operated sex toy store. Come see why Sugar has won BEST OF BALTIMORE accolades. This event is open to all genders, sexual orientations, and relationship statuses. Email us for more information. This event is 21+
See our page for more information and email us with questions. We will be making the formal announcement this weekend! This event is not to be missed.
Thanks for the friendship!
Hope you enjoy ...
April showers bring girl power!
Last month, the DC DemonCats secured their spot in the season championships. This bout will decide who will challenge them - the Cherry Blossom Bombshells or last year's champs, Scare Force One.
Our All-Stars are also hitting the road again this month, fresh off their victory against the Dutchland Derby Rollers. This time, they are heading south to take on the Dominion Derby Girls April 26. Hometown fans welcome!
Also, we are excited to announce that DC Rollergirls merchandise is now available online! Now you can buy your favorite team or league shirts, buttons, stickers and more!
Check out our new eBay Store: Dc Rollergirls Merch Be sure to watch for EXCLUSIVE AUCTION ITEMS like SIGNED TEAM PROGRAMS. Team signed program auctions will start at bout time, April 18 @ 5pm EST.
THANKS FOR THE ADD AND SUPPORT.
WISHING YOU A WONDERFUL DAY AND MANY BLESSINGS!
DERRICK
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Thanks so much for the friendship. Hope your weekend is off to a good start...
xo~
Holly
Love & Aggression: DC Rollergirls whip up some post-Valentine's fun Feb. 21
All three teams have 1-1 records now, so don't miss this bout that will put the DC DemonCats or the Cherry Blossom Bombshells on the road to the championship! Plus, enjoy an expo bout between DCRG's Scare Force One and the Queen City Rollergirls, all the way from Buffalo, NY.
Tickets are $12 for adults at the door and available presale through Ticketmaster (service charge applies). Get $2 off at the door with a valid military ID. Youth tickets (age 6-12) are $6 and children 5 and under are admitted free.
Make sure you don't miss any DC Rollergirls news! Join our Facebook group, follow us on Twitter or sign up for our email list at www. dcrollergirls. com.
The DC Rollergirls are sprinting into 2009!
Tickets will be available at the door.
Can't wait until bout day to get your derby fix? Have a drink with us at Madam's Organ on Thursday, Jan. 22, from 5-9 pm (happy hour prices 'til 8). Play games, arm wrestle a Rollergirl and more! Bout tickets will be for sale.
Calling all loudmouths! DCRG is also recruiting a new announcer. Think you have what it takes? E-mail ovaryaction1@gmail. com.
To make sure you always get the latest DCRG news, visit dcrollergirls. com to sign up for our newsletter, or follow us on Twitter.
Well wishes for your holiday from Wicked Jezabel!