Announcing the 2025
North Fork TV Festival
Announcing the 2025
North Fork TV Festival
Programming
Programming
Introducing
Inside The Actor's Studio
at The North Fork TV Festival
Introducing
Inside The Actor's Studio
at The North Fork TV Festival
Introducing
Inside The Actor's Studio
at The North Fork TV Festival
An intimate space. The low hum of conversation as the room settles. The hush of anticipation as the lights dim. Then—two chairs, one stage, and a raw, revealing conversation you won’t hear anywhere else.
This is Inside The Actor’s Studio, a brand new, VIP only experience debuting at the this year’s North Fork TV Festival. Over two days, the Piano Bar at Sound View Greenport will transform into a stage for six one-on-one conversations between some of television’s most compelling actors and the creative forces shaping the industry. Guided by a thoughtful moderator, these unscripted, off-the-cuff discussions will dive into the real stories behind the screen—how careers are built, challenges overcome, and opportunities discovered in a rapidly evolving TV landscape. Set against the laid-back sophistication of the North Fork, The Actor’s Studio offers an intimate look at the industry from the people living it and stewarding the next wave of storytelling in television and beyond.
Access is exclusive to Silver and Gold Pass holders.
Food and beverages will be available throughout the day, adding to the relaxed, come-and-stay-awhile atmosphere.
"I think my heart will always fall in the world of independent film."
"I think my heart will always fall in the world of independent film."
"I think my heart will always fall in the world of independent film."
Photo Credit: Klara Waldberg
ChrisTOPHER Briney
The Summer I Turned Pretty, Mean Girls
2025 NFTVF Rising Star award Recipient
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Christopher
Actor Christopher Briney is rising quickly in the ranks of Hollywood's leading men, distinguishing himself with a variety of nuanced, memorable performances. He is best-known for his starring role as "Conrad Fisher" in Amazon’s hit series, The Summer I Turned Pretty, based on the popular, bestselling book series of the same title. Season three will premiere in Summer 2025. Briney recently starred as "Aaron Samuels" in Paramount’s highly anticipated Mean Girls movie musical, produced by Lorne Michaels and Tina Fey. Briney made his film debut starring opposite Sir Ben Kingsley in Dalíland as "James," Dalí’s young gallery assistant who is thrust into the vibrant but turbulent NY art scene of the 1970's.The film premiered at the 2022 Toronto Film festival. Briney grew up in Connecticut before moving to New York to attend Pace University where he received a BFA in Acting for Film, TV, Voiceover and Commercial.
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Christopher
Actor Christopher Briney is rising quickly in the ranks of Hollywood's leading men, distinguishing himself with a variety of nuanced, memorable performances. He is best-known for his starring role as "Conrad Fisher" in Amazon’s hit series, The Summer I Turned Pretty, based on the popular, bestselling book series of the same title. Season three will premiere in Summer 2025. Briney recently starred as "Aaron Samuels" in Paramount’s highly anticipated Mean Girls movie musical, produced by Lorne Michaels and Tina Fey. Briney made his film debut starring opposite Sir Ben Kingsley in Dalíland as "James," Dalí’s young gallery assistant who is thrust into the vibrant but turbulent NY art scene of the 1970's.The film premiered at the 2022 Toronto Film festival. Briney grew up in Connecticut before moving to New York to attend Pace University where he received a BFA in Acting for Film, TV, Voiceover and Commercial.
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Christopher
Actor Christopher Briney is rising quickly in the ranks of Hollywood's leading men, distinguishing himself with a variety of nuanced, memorable performances. He is best-known for his starring role as "Conrad Fisher" in Amazon’s hit series, The Summer I Turned Pretty, based on the popular, bestselling book series of the same title. Season three will premiere in Summer 2025. Briney recently starred as "Aaron Samuels" in Paramount’s highly anticipated Mean Girls movie musical, produced by Lorne Michaels and Tina Fey. Briney made his film debut starring opposite Sir Ben Kingsley in Dalíland as "James," Dalí’s young gallery assistant who is thrust into the vibrant but turbulent NY art scene of the 1970's.The film premiered at the 2022 Toronto Film festival. Briney grew up in Connecticut before moving to New York to attend Pace University where he received a BFA in Acting for Film, TV, Voiceover and Commercial.
Piano Bar Sound View Greenport
Tuesday June 17
1:30 pm
Moderator
Dade Hayes
from Deadline
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Dade
Dade joined Deadline as a New York-based contributor in 2017. He leads business and Wall Street coverage as well as writing about film, TV, regulation, advertising and other East Coast happenings. Dade has spent two decades tracking the entertainment industry as a writer and editor for Variety, Entertainment Weekly and Broadcasting & Cable. His freelance work has appeared in the New York Times and Los Angeles Times, and he is the author of two books and an installment of the Wondery podcast Business Wars.
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Dade
Dade joined Deadline as a New York-based contributor in 2017. He leads business and Wall Street coverage as well as writing about film, TV, regulation, advertising and other East Coast happenings. Dade has spent two decades tracking the entertainment industry as a writer and editor for Variety, Entertainment Weekly and Broadcasting & Cable. His freelance work has appeared in the New York Times and Los Angeles Times, and he is the author of two books and an installment of the Wondery podcast Business Wars.
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Dade
Dade joined Deadline as a New York-based contributor in 2017. He leads business and Wall Street coverage as well as writing about film, TV, regulation, advertising and other East Coast happenings. Dade has spent two decades tracking the entertainment industry as a writer and editor for Variety, Entertainment Weekly and Broadcasting & Cable. His freelance work has appeared in the New York Times and Los Angeles Times, and he is the author of two books and an installment of the Wondery podcast Business Wars.
"As actors, we're supposed to be our character's advocate."
"As actors, we're supposed to be our character's advocate."
"As actors, we're supposed to be our character's advocate."
Anna Chlumsky
Veep, Inventing Anna, My Girl
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Anna
Anna Chlumsky is a six-time Emmy-nominated actress renowned for her work in film, television, and theater. She will soon appear in the film "Bride Hard" with Rebel Wilson, and in the 2025 Apple TV series, "Firebug.” She was recently seen in the Shondaland/Netflix series “Inventing Anna,” as the journalist, Vivian Kent. Chlumsky earned six consecutive nominations for an Emmy for her role as Amy Brookheimer in HBO's "Veep." She was also nominated for a Critics Choice Award, and is a winner of the SAG Award for Outstanding Ensemble Performance in a Comedy Series. She has appeared in such films as, "My Girl,” its sequel, "In The Loop,” "The End of the Tour," “Hala”, "They/Them,” and the upcoming “At The End”. Chlumsky appeared on Broadway in "You Can’t Take It With You” and “Living on Love” (also at Williamstown). Additional theater credits include: “Babbit," (La Jolla Playhouse); “Cardinal,” (Second Stage); “3C,” (Rattlestick); “Love, Loss, and What I Wore,” (Westside Theatre); “So Help Me God,” (Mint Theatre Company); “Unconditional,” (LAByrinth Theater Company); “The Fabulous Life of a Size Zero” (DR2); “Darwin in Malibu” (Bay Street Theatre); “The Butcherhouse Chronicles” (Summer Play Festival); “Balm in Gilead” (Barefoot Theater Company - Member); “Half Life” (Flea Theater/Fringe Festival); “Iphigeneia at Aulis” (TimeSpace Productions); “Measure for Measure” (Astoria Performing Arts Center); “No Alarms: Headfullofradio” (Veritas Productions); “The Trojan Women” (Veritas Productions), and as Rosalind Franklin in the Audible production of “Photograph 51”. Other TV credits include "Halt and Catch Fire," "Hannibal," "30 Rock,"Law & Order SVU,” “Law & Order," and “Evil”. Anna currently resides in New York.
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Anna
Anna Chlumsky is a six-time Emmy-nominated actress renowned for her work in film, television, and theater. She will soon appear in the film "Bride Hard" with Rebel Wilson, and in the 2025 Apple TV series, "Firebug.” She was recently seen in the Shondaland/Netflix series “Inventing Anna,” as the journalist, Vivian Kent. Chlumsky earned six consecutive nominations for an Emmy for her role as Amy Brookheimer in HBO's "Veep." She was also nominated for a Critics Choice Award, and is a winner of the SAG Award for Outstanding Ensemble Performance in a Comedy Series. She has appeared in such films as, "My Girl,” its sequel, "In The Loop,” "The End of the Tour," “Hala”, "They/Them,” and the upcoming “At The End”. Chlumsky appeared on Broadway in "You Can’t Take It With You” and “Living on Love” (also at Williamstown). Additional theater credits include: “Babbit," (La Jolla Playhouse); “Cardinal,” (Second Stage); “3C,” (Rattlestick); “Love, Loss, and What I Wore,” (Westside Theatre); “So Help Me God,” (Mint Theatre Company); “Unconditional,” (LAByrinth Theater Company); “The Fabulous Life of a Size Zero” (DR2); “Darwin in Malibu” (Bay Street Theatre); “The Butcherhouse Chronicles” (Summer Play Festival); “Balm in Gilead” (Barefoot Theater Company - Member); “Half Life” (Flea Theater/Fringe Festival); “Iphigeneia at Aulis” (TimeSpace Productions); “Measure for Measure” (Astoria Performing Arts Center); “No Alarms: Headfullofradio” (Veritas Productions); “The Trojan Women” (Veritas Productions), and as Rosalind Franklin in the Audible production of “Photograph 51”. Other TV credits include "Halt and Catch Fire," "Hannibal," "30 Rock,"Law & Order SVU,” “Law & Order," and “Evil”. Anna currently resides in New York.
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Anna
Anna Chlumsky is a six-time Emmy-nominated actress renowned for her work in film, television, and theater. She will soon appear in the film "Bride Hard" with Rebel Wilson, and in the 2025 Apple TV series, "Firebug.” She was recently seen in the Shondaland/Netflix series “Inventing Anna,” as the journalist, Vivian Kent. Chlumsky earned six consecutive nominations for an Emmy for her role as Amy Brookheimer in HBO's "Veep." She was also nominated for a Critics Choice Award, and is a winner of the SAG Award for Outstanding Ensemble Performance in a Comedy Series. She has appeared in such films as, "My Girl,” its sequel, "In The Loop,” "The End of the Tour," “Hala”, "They/Them,” and the upcoming “At The End”. Chlumsky appeared on Broadway in "You Can’t Take It With You” and “Living on Love” (also at Williamstown). Additional theater credits include: “Babbit," (La Jolla Playhouse); “Cardinal,” (Second Stage); “3C,” (Rattlestick); “Love, Loss, and What I Wore,” (Westside Theatre); “So Help Me God,” (Mint Theatre Company); “Unconditional,” (LAByrinth Theater Company); “The Fabulous Life of a Size Zero” (DR2); “Darwin in Malibu” (Bay Street Theatre); “The Butcherhouse Chronicles” (Summer Play Festival); “Balm in Gilead” (Barefoot Theater Company - Member); “Half Life” (Flea Theater/Fringe Festival); “Iphigeneia at Aulis” (TimeSpace Productions); “Measure for Measure” (Astoria Performing Arts Center); “No Alarms: Headfullofradio” (Veritas Productions); “The Trojan Women” (Veritas Productions), and as Rosalind Franklin in the Audible production of “Photograph 51”. Other TV credits include "Halt and Catch Fire," "Hannibal," "30 Rock,"Law & Order SVU,” “Law & Order," and “Evil”. Anna currently resides in New York.
Piano Bar Sound View Greenport
Tuesday June 17
3:30 pm
Moderator
Gracie Cashman
from Yes Network Host
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Gracie
Gracie Cashman is a dynamic on-air host and personality on The Story of My Number, the latest series from the YES Network (Yankee Entertainment and Sports Network). With a legacy that spans professional sports and media—her father serves as General Manager of the New York Yankees and her grandfather helped shape the cable television industry—Gracie brings a unique perspective and presence to every stage she steps on. In addition to her television work, Gracie is an emerging talent in film, with recent roles in Christmas Cowboy and the upcoming feature California Skate, starring alongside Brooke Shields and Bridget Moynahan. Passionate about using her platform for good, Gracie is a vocal advocate for women’s health and reproductive rights. She works closely with EndoFound, championing awareness and education around endometriosis and related health issues. Whether on screen, on stage, or behind the mic, Gracie is driven by storytelling, empowerment, and purpose.
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Gracie
Gracie Cashman is a dynamic on-air host and personality on The Story of My Number, the latest series from the YES Network (Yankee Entertainment and Sports Network). With a legacy that spans professional sports and media—her father serves as General Manager of the New York Yankees and her grandfather helped shape the cable television industry—Gracie brings a unique perspective and presence to every stage she steps on. In addition to her television work, Gracie is an emerging talent in film, with recent roles in Christmas Cowboy and the upcoming feature California Skate, starring alongside Brooke Shields and Bridget Moynahan. Passionate about using her platform for good, Gracie is a vocal advocate for women’s health and reproductive rights. She works closely with EndoFound, championing awareness and education around endometriosis and related health issues. Whether on screen, on stage, or behind the mic, Gracie is driven by storytelling, empowerment, and purpose.
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Gracie
Gracie Cashman is a dynamic on-air host and personality on The Story of My Number, the latest series from the YES Network (Yankee Entertainment and Sports Network). With a legacy that spans professional sports and media—her father serves as General Manager of the New York Yankees and her grandfather helped shape the cable television industry—Gracie brings a unique perspective and presence to every stage she steps on. In addition to her television work, Gracie is an emerging talent in film, with recent roles in Christmas Cowboy and the upcoming feature California Skate, starring alongside Brooke Shields and Bridget Moynahan. Passionate about using her platform for good, Gracie is a vocal advocate for women’s health and reproductive rights. She works closely with EndoFound, championing awareness and education around endometriosis and related health issues. Whether on screen, on stage, or behind the mic, Gracie is driven by storytelling, empowerment, and purpose.
Photo Credit: Victoria Will
Richard Kind
Only Murders In The Building, The Outlaws, Argo
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Richard
Richard Kind is an accomplished stage, screen and television actor who continues to redefine the term character actor. Richard appeared in the Academy Award Winning Best Picture, ARGO for director Ben Affleck and starred as 'Bing Bong' in the hit Pixar Film, INSIDE OUT. He played a memorable, heartbreaking role in Clint Eastwood's HEREAFTER. Richard was 'Uncle Arthur,' brother to Michael Stuhlbarg in the critically acclaimed A SERIOUS MAN written and directed by Joel and Ethan Coen. He worked a second time with the Coen brothers in SUBURBICON, directed by George Clooney. Currently, Richard recurs in the fourth season of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING for Hulu. Richard played the series regular role of 'Stan Yenko' in the highly rated CBS drama EAST NEW YORK. Richard recently accompanied John Mulaney on his live talk show for Netflix JOHN MULANEY PRESENTS: EVERYBODY’S IN LA as the show’s announcer.
Additionally, Richard played a juicy recurring role in Ryan Murphy’s Netflix limited series THE WATCHER and can be seen in the popular Netflix feature THE OUT-LAWS, opposite Pierce Brosnan and Ellen Barkin. Additional film credits include a two time collaboration with Tom McCarthy in THE VISITOR and THE STATION AGENT as well as roles in several other films including TICK, TICK…BOOM, OBVIOUS CHILD, 18 1/2, THE BELLMEN, AUGGIE, THE MAGNIFICENT MEYERSONS, ANDOVER, THE INDEPENDENTS, ALL WE HAD, THE LENNON REPORT and THE PAPER STORE just to name a few, as well as voicing characters in A BUG’S LIFE, CARS and the television series, SUMMER CAMP ISLAND, fan favorite BIG MOUTH and AMERICAN DAD! Apart from his infamous roles on SPIN CITY and MAD ABOUT YOU, Richard was also a series regular on the acclaimed HBO series LUCK, as well as three seasons on Amazon's RED OAKS and a season of BROCKMIRE opposite Hank Azaria. Richard had a six episode arc on EVERYTHING’S GONNA BE OKAY for Freeform. He has also had recurring roles on Fox's GOTHAM, Showtime's I'M DYING UP HERE, and has appeared numerous times on YOUNG SHELDON, CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM as ‘Uncle Andy,' THE GOLDBERGS as ‘Formica Mike’ and LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT. In addition, he has guest starred on many, many shows. Richard is a Drama Desk Award Winner and Tony Nominee for the Broadway Hit, “The Big Knife.” On stage he has also starred in “Guys and Dolls” in London, the smash hit Broadway musical “The Producers,” “The Tale of the Allergist's Wife,” “Candide,” and “Bounce,” among others. Richard started his career in Chicago with the Practical Theatre Company, founded by Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Brad Hall and Gary Kroeger.
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Richard
Richard Kind is an accomplished stage, screen and television actor who continues to redefine the term character actor. Richard appeared in the Academy Award Winning Best Picture, ARGO for director Ben Affleck and starred as 'Bing Bong' in the hit Pixar Film, INSIDE OUT. He played a memorable, heartbreaking role in Clint Eastwood's HEREAFTER. Richard was 'Uncle Arthur,' brother to Michael Stuhlbarg in the critically acclaimed A SERIOUS MAN written and directed by Joel and Ethan Coen. He worked a second time with the Coen brothers in SUBURBICON, directed by George Clooney. Currently, Richard recurs in the fourth season of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING for Hulu. Richard played the series regular role of 'Stan Yenko' in the highly rated CBS drama EAST NEW YORK. Richard recently accompanied John Mulaney on his live talk show for Netflix JOHN MULANEY PRESENTS: EVERYBODY’S IN LA as the show’s announcer.
Additionally, Richard played a juicy recurring role in Ryan Murphy’s Netflix limited series THE WATCHER and can be seen in the popular Netflix feature THE OUT-LAWS, opposite Pierce Brosnan and Ellen Barkin. Additional film credits include a two time collaboration with Tom McCarthy in THE VISITOR and THE STATION AGENT as well as roles in several other films including TICK, TICK…BOOM, OBVIOUS CHILD, 18 1/2, THE BELLMEN, AUGGIE, THE MAGNIFICENT MEYERSONS, ANDOVER, THE INDEPENDENTS, ALL WE HAD, THE LENNON REPORT and THE PAPER STORE just to name a few, as well as voicing characters in A BUG’S LIFE, CARS and the television series, SUMMER CAMP ISLAND, fan favorite BIG MOUTH and AMERICAN DAD! Apart from his infamous roles on SPIN CITY and MAD ABOUT YOU, Richard was also a series regular on the acclaimed HBO series LUCK, as well as three seasons on Amazon's RED OAKS and a season of BROCKMIRE opposite Hank Azaria. Richard had a six episode arc on EVERYTHING’S GONNA BE OKAY for Freeform. He has also had recurring roles on Fox's GOTHAM, Showtime's I'M DYING UP HERE, and has appeared numerous times on YOUNG SHELDON, CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM as ‘Uncle Andy,' THE GOLDBERGS as ‘Formica Mike’ and LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT. In addition, he has guest starred on many, many shows. Richard is a Drama Desk Award Winner and Tony Nominee for the Broadway Hit, “The Big Knife.” On stage he has also starred in “Guys and Dolls” in London, the smash hit Broadway musical “The Producers,” “The Tale of the Allergist's Wife,” “Candide,” and “Bounce,” among others. Richard started his career in Chicago with the Practical Theatre Company, founded by Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Brad Hall and Gary Kroeger.
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Richard
Richard Kind is an accomplished stage, screen and television actor who continues to redefine the term character actor. Richard appeared in the Academy Award Winning Best Picture, ARGO for director Ben Affleck and starred as 'Bing Bong' in the hit Pixar Film, INSIDE OUT. He played a memorable, heartbreaking role in Clint Eastwood's HEREAFTER. Richard was 'Uncle Arthur,' brother to Michael Stuhlbarg in the critically acclaimed A SERIOUS MAN written and directed by Joel and Ethan Coen. He worked a second time with the Coen brothers in SUBURBICON, directed by George Clooney. Currently, Richard recurs in the fourth season of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING for Hulu. Richard played the series regular role of 'Stan Yenko' in the highly rated CBS drama EAST NEW YORK. Richard recently accompanied John Mulaney on his live talk show for Netflix JOHN MULANEY PRESENTS: EVERYBODY’S IN LA as the show’s announcer.
Additionally, Richard played a juicy recurring role in Ryan Murphy’s Netflix limited series THE WATCHER and can be seen in the popular Netflix feature THE OUT-LAWS, opposite Pierce Brosnan and Ellen Barkin. Additional film credits include a two time collaboration with Tom McCarthy in THE VISITOR and THE STATION AGENT as well as roles in several other films including TICK, TICK…BOOM, OBVIOUS CHILD, 18 1/2, THE BELLMEN, AUGGIE, THE MAGNIFICENT MEYERSONS, ANDOVER, THE INDEPENDENTS, ALL WE HAD, THE LENNON REPORT and THE PAPER STORE just to name a few, as well as voicing characters in A BUG’S LIFE, CARS and the television series, SUMMER CAMP ISLAND, fan favorite BIG MOUTH and AMERICAN DAD! Apart from his infamous roles on SPIN CITY and MAD ABOUT YOU, Richard was also a series regular on the acclaimed HBO series LUCK, as well as three seasons on Amazon's RED OAKS and a season of BROCKMIRE opposite Hank Azaria. Richard had a six episode arc on EVERYTHING’S GONNA BE OKAY for Freeform. He has also had recurring roles on Fox's GOTHAM, Showtime's I'M DYING UP HERE, and has appeared numerous times on YOUNG SHELDON, CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM as ‘Uncle Andy,' THE GOLDBERGS as ‘Formica Mike’ and LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT. In addition, he has guest starred on many, many shows. Richard is a Drama Desk Award Winner and Tony Nominee for the Broadway Hit, “The Big Knife.” On stage he has also starred in “Guys and Dolls” in London, the smash hit Broadway musical “The Producers,” “The Tale of the Allergist's Wife,” “Candide,” and “Bounce,” among others. Richard started his career in Chicago with the Practical Theatre Company, founded by Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Brad Hall and Gary Kroeger.
Piano Bar Sound View Greenport
Wednesday June 18th
12:30 pm
Moderator
Elias Plagianos
Producer and Director
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Elias
Writer / Director / Producer Elias Plagianos has received over 75 international awards for his work, including wins at multiple Academy Award qualifiers and more than 10 of MovieMaker Magazine’s Top 25 Festivals. He recently won Best Director at SeriesFest for Hit Man, based on the novel by Lawrence Block. He is currently developing a series with ITV Studios—the global production powerhouse of the UK’s largest commercial broadcaster—in partnership with international bestselling author Harlan Coben, whose Netflix productions have topped the platform’s charts (including several global #1 spots) and garnered hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide.
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Elias
Writer / Director / Producer Elias Plagianos has received over 75 international awards for his work, including wins at multiple Academy Award qualifiers and more than 10 of MovieMaker Magazine’s Top 25 Festivals. He recently won Best Director at SeriesFest for Hit Man, based on the novel by Lawrence Block. He is currently developing a series with ITV Studios—the global production powerhouse of the UK’s largest commercial broadcaster—in partnership with international bestselling author Harlan Coben, whose Netflix productions have topped the platform’s charts (including several global #1 spots) and garnered hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide.
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Elias
Writer / Director / Producer Elias Plagianos has received over 75 international awards for his work, including wins at multiple Academy Award qualifiers and more than 10 of MovieMaker Magazine’s Top 25 Festivals. He recently won Best Director at SeriesFest for Hit Man, based on the novel by Lawrence Block. He is currently developing a series with ITV Studios—the global production powerhouse of the UK’s largest commercial broadcaster—in partnership with international bestselling author Harlan Coben, whose Netflix productions have topped the platform’s charts (including several global #1 spots) and garnered hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide.
Photo Credit: Victoria Will
JENN LYON
Claws, English Teacher, Justified
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Jenn
Jenn Lyon is an award-winning actress best known for the role of Jennifer in the hit TNT series CLAWS, opposite Niecy Nash. She is playing Chloe in the upcoming series SIRENS for Netflix starring Julianne Moore and can also be seen in the Netflix series DEAD BOY DETECTIVES playing the villainous witch, Esther Finch. She is recurring on the new Paramount+ series HAPPY FACE starring Dennis Quaid and Annaleigh Ashford , as well as on this season of ELSBETH starring Carrie Preston and last season as fan favorite Linda on Hulu’s ENGLISH TEACHER. You also may know her as Lindsey from JUSTIFIED or you might recognize her as the lady taking too long in front of you at any local grocery store. As a classically trained theatre actress, she has worked extensively on and off-Broadway. Broadway credits include Tom Stoppard’s 11-time Tony award winning THE COAST OF UTOPIA as well as Larry David’s FISH IN THE DARK. Some Off-Broadway credits include Kenneth Longeran’s HOLD ON TO ME DARLING and A.R. Gurney’s WAYSIDE MOTOR INN (Drama Desk Award) directed by Lila Neugebauer. She resides in Brooklyn and is one of the founders/head writers of the Sketch Comedy troupe “POYKPAC” who have amassed millions of views and been seen on IFC,MTV, Lorne Michael’s Broadway Video, and even the Today Show. She is repped by SDB Partners, Talentworks, Principal Entertainment and Han.
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Jenn
Jenn Lyon is an award-winning actress best known for the role of Jennifer in the hit TNT series CLAWS, opposite Niecy Nash. She is playing Chloe in the upcoming series SIRENS for Netflix starring Julianne Moore and can also be seen in the Netflix series DEAD BOY DETECTIVES playing the villainous witch, Esther Finch. She is recurring on the new Paramount+ series HAPPY FACE starring Dennis Quaid and Annaleigh Ashford , as well as on this season of ELSBETH starring Carrie Preston and last season as fan favorite Linda on Hulu’s ENGLISH TEACHER. You also may know her as Lindsey from JUSTIFIED or you might recognize her as the lady taking too long in front of you at any local grocery store. As a classically trained theatre actress, she has worked extensively on and off-Broadway. Broadway credits include Tom Stoppard’s 11-time Tony award winning THE COAST OF UTOPIA as well as Larry David’s FISH IN THE DARK. Some Off-Broadway credits include Kenneth Longeran’s HOLD ON TO ME DARLING and A.R. Gurney’s WAYSIDE MOTOR INN (Drama Desk Award) directed by Lila Neugebauer. She resides in Brooklyn and is one of the founders/head writers of the Sketch Comedy troupe “POYKPAC” who have amassed millions of views and been seen on IFC,MTV, Lorne Michael’s Broadway Video, and even the Today Show. She is repped by SDB Partners, Talentworks, Principal Entertainment and Han.
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Jenn
Jenn Lyon is an award-winning actress best known for the role of Jennifer in the hit TNT series CLAWS, opposite Niecy Nash. She is playing Chloe in the upcoming series SIRENS for Netflix starring Julianne Moore and can also be seen in the Netflix series DEAD BOY DETECTIVES playing the villainous witch, Esther Finch. She is recurring on the new Paramount+ series HAPPY FACE starring Dennis Quaid and Annaleigh Ashford , as well as on this season of ELSBETH starring Carrie Preston and last season as fan favorite Linda on Hulu’s ENGLISH TEACHER. You also may know her as Lindsey from JUSTIFIED or you might recognize her as the lady taking too long in front of you at any local grocery store. As a classically trained theatre actress, she has worked extensively on and off-Broadway. Broadway credits include Tom Stoppard’s 11-time Tony award winning THE COAST OF UTOPIA as well as Larry David’s FISH IN THE DARK. Some Off-Broadway credits include Kenneth Longeran’s HOLD ON TO ME DARLING and A.R. Gurney’s WAYSIDE MOTOR INN (Drama Desk Award) directed by Lila Neugebauer. She resides in Brooklyn and is one of the founders/head writers of the Sketch Comedy troupe “POYKPAC” who have amassed millions of views and been seen on IFC,MTV, Lorne Michael’s Broadway Video, and even the Today Show. She is repped by SDB Partners, Talentworks, Principal Entertainment and Han.
Piano Bar Sound View Greenport
Tuesday June 17
4:30 pm
Moderator
Ken Biberaj
Coffee With Ken
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Ken
In March of 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic spread and lead to stay at home orders around the globe, Ken quickly began hosting a thought leadership series called Coffee with Ken. The conversations have been intended to address a broad spectrum of topics from issues in business, politics, social impact and innovation. The CWK conversation series has a regular audience and has had thousands of listeners. Previous speakers include Joe Stigliltz (Nobel Economist), Suzanne Clark (CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce), Dr. Carla Hayden (Librarian of Congress), Jonelle Procope (CEO of the Apollo Theater), David Rubenstein (Co-Founder of the Carlyle Group) and dozens of others. As the former Chairman of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, Ken believes strongly in the power of convening thought leaders for timely discussions on the most relevant topics.
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Ken
In March of 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic spread and lead to stay at home orders around the globe, Ken quickly began hosting a thought leadership series called Coffee with Ken. The conversations have been intended to address a broad spectrum of topics from issues in business, politics, social impact and innovation. The CWK conversation series has a regular audience and has had thousands of listeners. Previous speakers include Joe Stigliltz (Nobel Economist), Suzanne Clark (CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce), Dr. Carla Hayden (Librarian of Congress), Jonelle Procope (CEO of the Apollo Theater), David Rubenstein (Co-Founder of the Carlyle Group) and dozens of others. As the former Chairman of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, Ken believes strongly in the power of convening thought leaders for timely discussions on the most relevant topics.
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Ken
In March of 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic spread and lead to stay at home orders around the globe, Ken quickly began hosting a thought leadership series called Coffee with Ken. The conversations have been intended to address a broad spectrum of topics from issues in business, politics, social impact and innovation. The CWK conversation series has a regular audience and has had thousands of listeners. Previous speakers include Joe Stigliltz (Nobel Economist), Suzanne Clark (CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce), Dr. Carla Hayden (Librarian of Congress), Jonelle Procope (CEO of the Apollo Theater), David Rubenstein (Co-Founder of the Carlyle Group) and dozens of others. As the former Chairman of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, Ken believes strongly in the power of convening thought leaders for timely discussions on the most relevant topics.
Photo Credit: Michael Creagh
TRAMELL TILLMAN
Severence, Mission Impossible The Final Reckoning
2025 NFTVF Breakout Performance Award Recipient
2025 NFTVF Breakout Performance Award Recipient
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Tramell
Tramell Tillman currently stars as Seth Milchick in the award-winning Apple TV+ series SEVERANCE. For his role, he has earned SAG and Independent Spirit Award nominations. This spring, he will star alongside Tom Cruise in MISSION IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING, which will premiere at Cannes.
Tillman is currently in production on the Amazon MGM film YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER. His TV credits include Marti Noxon’s AMC series DIETLAND, GODFATHER OF HARLEM and HUNTERS. His film credits include the HBO Max film SWEETHEARTS and the indie BARRON’S COVE. In 2024, Tillman starred with Neil Patrick Harris, Debra Messing, Jane Krakowski, Constance Wu and Garret Dillahunt in Manhattan Class Company’s SHIT. MEET. FAN. In 2022, he starred opposite Sean Hayes in the Goodman Theater’s GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR. Tillman originated the role of ALVIN and continued to serve as creative consultant for the Broadway production. He made his Broadway debut in THE GREAT SOCIETY (Vivian Beaumont) starring Brian Cox. Before that, he was in CARMEN JONES (CSC) starring opposite Anika Noni Rose. He has been a residing member of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, where he helped launch the Tony nominated play SWEAT by Lynn Nottage. He continued performing his lead role at the Arena Stage in Washington DC. He currently resides in New York City.
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Tramell
Tramell Tillman currently stars as Seth Milchick in the award-winning Apple TV+ series SEVERANCE. For his role, he has earned SAG and Independent Spirit Award nominations. This spring, he will star alongside Tom Cruise in MISSION IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING, which will premiere at Cannes.
Tillman is currently in production on the Amazon MGM film YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER. His TV credits include Marti Noxon’s AMC series DIETLAND, GODFATHER OF HARLEM and HUNTERS. His film credits include the HBO Max film SWEETHEARTS and the indie BARRON’S COVE. In 2024, Tillman starred with Neil Patrick Harris, Debra Messing, Jane Krakowski, Constance Wu and Garret Dillahunt in Manhattan Class Company’s SHIT. MEET. FAN. In 2022, he starred opposite Sean Hayes in the Goodman Theater’s GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR. Tillman originated the role of ALVIN and continued to serve as creative consultant for the Broadway production. He made his Broadway debut in THE GREAT SOCIETY (Vivian Beaumont) starring Brian Cox. Before that, he was in CARMEN JONES (CSC) starring opposite Anika Noni Rose. He has been a residing member of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, where he helped launch the Tony nominated play SWEAT by Lynn Nottage. He continued performing his lead role at the Arena Stage in Washington DC. He currently resides in New York City.
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Tramell
Tramell Tillman currently stars as Seth Milchick in the award-winning Apple TV+ series SEVERANCE. For his role, he has earned SAG and Independent Spirit Award nominations. This spring, he will star alongside Tom Cruise in MISSION IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING, which will premiere at Cannes.
Tillman is currently in production on the Amazon MGM film YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER. His TV credits include Marti Noxon’s AMC series DIETLAND, GODFATHER OF HARLEM and HUNTERS. His film credits include the HBO Max film SWEETHEARTS and the indie BARRON’S COVE. In 2024, Tillman starred with Neil Patrick Harris, Debra Messing, Jane Krakowski, Constance Wu and Garret Dillahunt in Manhattan Class Company’s SHIT. MEET. FAN. In 2022, he starred opposite Sean Hayes in the Goodman Theater’s GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR. Tillman originated the role of ALVIN and continued to serve as creative consultant for the Broadway production. He made his Broadway debut in THE GREAT SOCIETY (Vivian Beaumont) starring Brian Cox. Before that, he was in CARMEN JONES (CSC) starring opposite Anika Noni Rose. He has been a residing member of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, where he helped launch the Tony nominated play SWEAT by Lynn Nottage. He continued performing his lead role at the Arena Stage in Washington DC. He currently resides in New York City.
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Wednesday June 18th
Wednesday June 18th
4:00 pm
4:00 pm
Moderator
Jennifer Maas
Senior Business Writer, Variety
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Jennifer
Jennifer Maas is Senior Business Writer, TV and Video Games at Variety, where she covers television industry news, as well as corporate earnings, video gaming, financial and business-related news and analysis. Prior to joining Variety in 2022, she was TV reporter at The Wrap for four years. She previously worked at HollywoodLife.com, The Santa Monica Daily Press, Entertainment Weekly and The Washington Post. Maas received bachelor’s degrees in both journalism and food studies from New York University in 2014. She is based in New York City.
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Jennifer
Jennifer Maas is Senior Business Writer, TV and Video Games at Variety, where she covers television industry news, as well as corporate earnings, video gaming, financial and business-related news and analysis. Prior to joining Variety in 2022, she was TV reporter at The Wrap for four years. She previously worked at HollywoodLife.com, The Santa Monica Daily Press, Entertainment Weekly and The Washington Post. Maas received bachelor’s degrees in both journalism and food studies from New York University in 2014. She is based in New York City.
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Jennifer
Jennifer Maas is Senior Business Writer, TV and Video Games at Variety, where she covers television industry news, as well as corporate earnings, video gaming, financial and business-related news and analysis. Prior to joining Variety in 2022, she was TV reporter at The Wrap for four years. She previously worked at HollywoodLife.com, The Santa Monica Daily Press, Entertainment Weekly and The Washington Post. Maas received bachelor’s degrees in both journalism and food studies from New York University in 2014. She is based in New York City.
"Embrace the journey, even when the path is uncertain."
"Embrace the journey, even when the path is uncertain."
"Embrace the journey, even when the path is uncertain."
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SUSAN KELECHI WATSON
This Is Us, The Residence
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Susan
Susan Kelechi Watson is best known for her work as ‘Beth Pearson’ on the award-winning NBC series “This is Us.” For her work on the series, she has been nominated for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for the 2020 Critics’ Choice Awards; Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for the 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 NAACP Image Awards; and has won back-to-back Outstanding Drama Ensemble SAG AWARDS.
Watson can currently be seen co-starring in the Shondaland x Netflix series, "The Residence," alongside Randall Park, Uzo Aduba, and Giancarlo Esposito. The series is a screwball whodunnit set in the upstairs, downstairs and backstairs of the White House, among the eclectic staff of the world’s most famous mansion.
This past Fall 2024, Watson completed two back-to-back live stage productions in New York City. The first was last seen Off-Broadway at Lincoln Center Theater in Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall’s latest play “The Blood Quilt.” After pulling double duty with shows and rehearsals, she went straight into The Public Theater’s “Good Bones.” Previous stage credits include Shakespeare in The Park’s production of “Merry Wives,” in addition to “Marley, The Story,” “Core Values,” “Eureka Day,” “Twelfth Night,” and “A Raisin in The Sun.”
On the big screen, Watson recently appeared alongside Tom Hanks and Matthew Rhys in A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD, which first premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Past TV credits include ABC’s “Will Trent,” Netflix’s animated series “Ada Twist, Scientist,” a major recurring role in the HBO comedy series “Louie,” and appearances on numerous other TV shows including “The Blacklist,” “Divorce,” “Private Practice,” and “Law & Order.” As a producer, Watson executive produced and starred in the acclaimed HBO special of Ta-Nehisi Coates’ “Between the World and Me.” She was instrumental in bringing this award-winning piece of material to the screen, helping to cast an ensemble that includes Mahershala Ali and Oprah Winfrey. Watson’s first foray into producing was the film “Premature,’ which debuted at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival and was acquired by IFC Films.Watson is also a proud Epic NEXT youth development mentor with the Epic Theatre Ensemble, a professional theater company with a mission to promote vital civic discourse and social change through drama.An alum of both Howard University and New York University, Watson is a resident of New York City which is also where she grew up.
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Susan
Susan Kelechi Watson is best known for her work as ‘Beth Pearson’ on the award-winning NBC series “This is Us.” For her work on the series, she has been nominated for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for the 2020 Critics’ Choice Awards; Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for the 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 NAACP Image Awards; and has won back-to-back Outstanding Drama Ensemble SAG AWARDS.
Watson can currently be seen co-starring in the Shondaland x Netflix series, "The Residence," alongside Randall Park, Uzo Aduba, and Giancarlo Esposito. The series is a screwball whodunnit set in the upstairs, downstairs and backstairs of the White House, among the eclectic staff of the world’s most famous mansion.
This past Fall 2024, Watson completed two back-to-back live stage productions in New York City. The first was last seen Off-Broadway at Lincoln Center Theater in Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall’s latest play “The Blood Quilt.” After pulling double duty with shows and rehearsals, she went straight into The Public Theater’s “Good Bones.” Previous stage credits include Shakespeare in The Park’s production of “Merry Wives,” in addition to “Marley, The Story,” “Core Values,” “Eureka Day,” “Twelfth Night,” and “A Raisin in The Sun.”
On the big screen, Watson recently appeared alongside Tom Hanks and Matthew Rhys in A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD, which first premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Past TV credits include ABC’s “Will Trent,” Netflix’s animated series “Ada Twist, Scientist,” a major recurring role in the HBO comedy series “Louie,” and appearances on numerous other TV shows including “The Blacklist,” “Divorce,” “Private Practice,” and “Law & Order.” As a producer, Watson executive produced and starred in the acclaimed HBO special of Ta-Nehisi Coates’ “Between the World and Me.” She was instrumental in bringing this award-winning piece of material to the screen, helping to cast an ensemble that includes Mahershala Ali and Oprah Winfrey. Watson’s first foray into producing was the film “Premature,’ which debuted at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival and was acquired by IFC Films.Watson is also a proud Epic NEXT youth development mentor with the Epic Theatre Ensemble, a professional theater company with a mission to promote vital civic discourse and social change through drama.An alum of both Howard University and New York University, Watson is a resident of New York City which is also where she grew up.
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Susan
Susan Kelechi Watson is best known for her work as ‘Beth Pearson’ on the award-winning NBC series “This is Us.” For her work on the series, she has been nominated for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for the 2020 Critics’ Choice Awards; Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for the 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 NAACP Image Awards; and has won back-to-back Outstanding Drama Ensemble SAG AWARDS.
Watson can currently be seen co-starring in the Shondaland x Netflix series, "The Residence," alongside Randall Park, Uzo Aduba, and Giancarlo Esposito. The series is a screwball whodunnit set in the upstairs, downstairs and backstairs of the White House, among the eclectic staff of the world’s most famous mansion.
This past Fall 2024, Watson completed two back-to-back live stage productions in New York City. The first was last seen Off-Broadway at Lincoln Center Theater in Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall’s latest play “The Blood Quilt.” After pulling double duty with shows and rehearsals, she went straight into The Public Theater’s “Good Bones.” Previous stage credits include Shakespeare in The Park’s production of “Merry Wives,” in addition to “Marley, The Story,” “Core Values,” “Eureka Day,” “Twelfth Night,” and “A Raisin in The Sun.”
On the big screen, Watson recently appeared alongside Tom Hanks and Matthew Rhys in A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD, which first premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Past TV credits include ABC’s “Will Trent,” Netflix’s animated series “Ada Twist, Scientist,” a major recurring role in the HBO comedy series “Louie,” and appearances on numerous other TV shows including “The Blacklist,” “Divorce,” “Private Practice,” and “Law & Order.” As a producer, Watson executive produced and starred in the acclaimed HBO special of Ta-Nehisi Coates’ “Between the World and Me.” She was instrumental in bringing this award-winning piece of material to the screen, helping to cast an ensemble that includes Mahershala Ali and Oprah Winfrey. Watson’s first foray into producing was the film “Premature,’ which debuted at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival and was acquired by IFC Films.Watson is also a proud Epic NEXT youth development mentor with the Epic Theatre Ensemble, a professional theater company with a mission to promote vital civic discourse and social change through drama.An alum of both Howard University and New York University, Watson is a resident of New York City which is also where she grew up.
Piano Bar Sound View Greenport
Wednesday June 18th
Wednesday June 18th
2:30 pm
2:30 pm
Moderator
Adrienne White
Actress, Writer, Producer
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Adrienne
Adrienne Rose White is an actress, writer, and producer who stars alongside Amy Adams in Nightbitch, now streaming on Hulu. Called a “force of nature” by the Critics Choice Association’s Dan Buffa, Adrienne is known for roles that blend surreal magic, sharp social commentary, and heartfelt comedy. She led the award-winning After We're Over (Audience Award, STLIFF) and can be seen in Another Girl (Showtime) and The Witch Files (Amazon), alongside Holly Taylor. As a screenwriter, her projects include Safe Space (Lakeshore Entertainment) and How to Be a White Guy (CBS, exec. produced by Cedric the Entertainer), with features in Deadline and Variety. Named a "comedienne to watch" by Elizabeth Banks’ WhoHaha, Adrienne also mentors emerging creators. Her development programs have helped storytellers land meetings and deals with top platforms like Netflix and Paramount.
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Adrienne
Adrienne Rose White is an actress, writer, and producer who stars alongside Amy Adams in Nightbitch, now streaming on Hulu. Called a “force of nature” by the Critics Choice Association’s Dan Buffa, Adrienne is known for roles that blend surreal magic, sharp social commentary, and heartfelt comedy. She led the award-winning After We're Over (Audience Award, STLIFF) and can be seen in Another Girl (Showtime) and The Witch Files (Amazon), alongside Holly Taylor. As a screenwriter, her projects include Safe Space (Lakeshore Entertainment) and How to Be a White Guy (CBS, exec. produced by Cedric the Entertainer), with features in Deadline and Variety. Named a "comedienne to watch" by Elizabeth Banks’ WhoHaha, Adrienne also mentors emerging creators. Her development programs have helped storytellers land meetings and deals with top platforms like Netflix and Paramount.
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Adrienne
Adrienne Rose White is an actress, writer, and producer who stars alongside Amy Adams in Nightbitch, now streaming on Hulu. Called a “force of nature” by the Critics Choice Association’s Dan Buffa, Adrienne is known for roles that blend surreal magic, sharp social commentary, and heartfelt comedy. She led the award-winning After We're Over (Audience Award, STLIFF) and can be seen in Another Girl (Showtime) and The Witch Files (Amazon), alongside Holly Taylor. As a screenwriter, her projects include Safe Space (Lakeshore Entertainment) and How to Be a White Guy (CBS, exec. produced by Cedric the Entertainer), with features in Deadline and Variety. Named a "comedienne to watch" by Elizabeth Banks’ WhoHaha, Adrienne also mentors emerging creators. Her development programs have helped storytellers land meetings and deals with top platforms like Netflix and Paramount.
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Panels and Conversations
Panels and Conversations
Panels and Conversations
Step inside the creative engine room of television as top directors and casting pros reveal how they shape unforgettable performances—from the very first audition to the final frame. Gain rare insights into the collaborations that turn great ideas into iconic shows.
Creative Collaboration -
Casting and Directing For TV
Creative Collaboration -
Casting and Directing For TV
Creative Collaboration -
Casting and Directing For TV
The Library, Sound View Greenport
Tuesday June 17
Tuesday June 17
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
Step inside the creative engine room of television with an all-star panel led by premier talent manager Kyle Luker (Partner, Industry Entertainment). Hear from visionary director Craig Zobel (Penguin, Mare of Easttown, The Leftovers), Emmy-nominated casting director Allison Estrin (Billions, Inventing Anna, Mass), and Emmy-nominated producer Tom Russo (Frasier, Black-ish) as they unpack how great television gets made from casting and shaping standout performances to building iconic shows. This behind-the-scenes conversation reveals the high-level collaboration, instinct, and craft that bring unforgettable stories to life.
Step inside the creative engine room of television with an all-star panel led by premier talent manager Kyle Luker (Partner, Industry Entertainment). Hear from visionary director Craig Zobel (Penguin, Mare of Easttown, The Leftovers), Emmy-nominated casting director Allison Estrin (Billions, Inventing Anna, Mass), and Emmy-nominated producer Tom Russo (Frasier, Black-ish) as they unpack how great television gets made from casting and shaping standout performances to building iconic shows. This behind-the-scenes conversation reveals the high-level collaboration, instinct, and craft that bring unforgettable stories to life.
Inside the Minds of TV Showrunners
Inside the Minds of TV Showrunners
Inside the Minds of TV Showrunners
The Library, Sound View Greenport
Wednesday June 18
Wednesday June 18
12:00 pm
12:00 pm
Take a front-row seat as Roy Ashton pulls back the curtain on how today's most influential showrunners shape the golden age of television. From developing high-concept ideas to navigating networks, writers' rooms, and casting, this session offers an unfiltered look at the creative hustle behind every hit TV show.
Take a front-row seat as Roy Ashton pulls back the curtain on how today's most influential showrunners shape the golden age of television. From developing high-concept ideas to navigating networks, writers' rooms, and casting, this session offers an unfiltered look at the creative hustle behind every hit TV show.
