The stage is set, and the spotlight is now on the Pearl Theater as it proudly announces the launch of the inaugural Pearl Theater ShortFlix Film Festival.

This exciting opportunity offers filmmakers an opportunity to showcase their work and win prizes. The festival is scheduled to take place from January 12 to 14, 2024.

Founding Artistic Director, Renee van Nifterik, expresses the theater’s excitement for this groundbreaking event, stating, “Our goal is to provide an alternative avenue for artistic expression and storytelling, complementing our history of live theater productions. And while we are able to offer some small prizes this year, the real opportunity is to offer filmmakers a place to showcase their work. We hope to grow the festival in the coming years.”

Submission deadline extended through December 26!

This unique festival invites filmmakers of all ages to unleash their creativity and share their artistic narratives. Leslie A. Barrera, of Scriptwriters Houston, has teamed up with the Pearl Theater to bring this project to life. She adds, “Film, as an artistic medium, allows us to connect – as an audience, as a source of entertainment, as part of the human condition. That’s what we want festival goers to feel- connected to the experience and the myriad stories told by a diverse group of artists.”

Key Highlights of the Pearl Theater ShortFlix Film Festival:

Diverse Filmmaker Demographics: The festival is inclusive, offering opportunities for adult and youth filmmakers, opening access across generations.

Awards and Recognition: Exceptional filmmakers will be honored with awards, including cash prizes, trophies, and a “Best Film” accolade in each division along with a cash prize.

Audience Engagement: The audience has a voice too, with the “Audience Choice Award” for each division.

A Platform for Creativity: The festival encourages the exploration of innovative narratives, documentaries, and animation categories.

For more details, submission guidelines, and updates about the Pearl Theater ShortFlix Film Festival, check out the festival’s official webpage here.

About Pearl Theater:

The Pearl Theater is celebrating its 13th season of quality life theatre for the greater Houston area. The introduction of the Pearl Theater ShortFlix Film Festival is a testament to its commitment to fostering artistic expression across various forms of entertainment.

Film in Pearland:

Pearland is a Film Friendly-certified city per the Texas Film Commission! Refer your property (Home, business, land, etc.) as a Pearland production location at VisitPearland.com/Film to be considered by upcoming projects.