Car Rental New York and New York Television Festival

Television is one of life's modern amenities that many of us simply cannot live without. We spend weeknights curled up watching our favourite shows, and daydream about what it would be like to star on a national broadcast. But for some of us, television is more than just a form of entertainment - it's an art form. It's people like this that help make the New York Television Festival one of the industry's largest artistic platforms. Founded in 2005, this annual celebration unites artists, executives, industry figures and car rental New York fans in one forum focused on today's most popular medium.

Soon to be appearing on a major network

One of the biggest events at the New York Television Festival is the Independent Pilot Competition. This unique contest gives artists a greater voice in the industry by allowing them to present their ideas unfiltered to industry decision-makers. Car rental New York travelers are invited to watch as bright young hopefuls showcase dozens of original screen pilots for cable and network executives, TV agents and producers. In the past, the New York Television Festival has debuted three shows that have been purchased and developed by networks in the U.S. These include the scripted comedy, Split the Difference (NBC), the reality program Off the Hook (Versus) and the unscripted comedy pilot Criss-Cross.

Listen in on a panel discussion series

Car rental New York travelers are invited to listen in as some of the biggest names in television discuss and debate current industry trends and programming. These panel discussions are aimed at a diverse audience, and often include industry insiders as well as casual television fans. Car rental New York travelers can expect to hear unscripted discussions on the risks of reporting in regions of war and crisis, the future of advertising on television and the state of the family sitcom. Past panellists have included big names like Dan Rather, Mike Scully, Phil Rosenthal and Meredith Vieira.

Sit in on special events

A number of special events are held during the New York Television Festival, including special screening and amazing parties. In 2006, car rental New York travelers were invited to the festivals inaugural "Premiere Week" screening series, which featured new fall shows from all the major networks. Each network held a red-carpet premiere for new series, featuring the lead actors and show creators. Car rental New York travelers will also enjoy a number of international screenings, including out-of-competition pilots and independent television from around the world.

How to attend a New York Television Festival event

All of the independent pilot screenings at the New York Television Festival are free and open to the public. However, the only way to attend many of these events, including panels, cocktail parties and special events, is by purchasing a Premium or Festival Pass. These passes will also guarantee priority admission to all free screenings and events, providing your arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the event. Car rental New York travelers can expect to pay about $475 for Premium Passes and $175 for Festival Passes. An Industry Day Pass (which entitles you to unlimited industry day panel access) costs about $375.
The New York Television Festival is held each year in early September. If you would like to learn more about this exciting event before embarking on your car rental New York vacation, please feel free to contact the Festival at 718-350-8519. The majority of the Festival's events are hosted inside New World Stages at 340 West 50th Street. For a schedule of events and screenings, please log onto the official New York Television Festival website at www.nytvf.com before leaving home.

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