Hey everybody! Check out this exciting event being put on by the NFB. It’s not a Beguiling event, but we thought you’d love to hear about it all the same.

Get Animated!
October 27 – November 2 at the NFB Mediatheque

Get Animated! serves up some of Canada’s finest (and funniest!) animation. Enjoy screening programs, workshops and Q&As with animation directors. From boldly experimental to flat-out funny, there’s something for everyone! All events are FREE and take place at 150 John Street (corner of Richmond St. W.), Toronto ON. For complete programming information, visit nfb.ca/mediatheque.

Thursday, October 27
6:30 PM   | Making Music for Animation with Luigi Allemano*

Composer Luigi Allemano offers interactive exercises and discussions aimed at helping animators and composers work together effectively.

8:30 PM   | NFB New Releases Program

Friday, October 28
6:30 PM   | Toronto Animated Image Society (TAIS) Program
8:00 PM   | NFB New Releases Program

Saturday, October 29
1:00 PM   | Get Animated! Animation Workshop for Adults (18+)*
7:00 PM   | Toronto Animated Image Society (TAIS) Program
8:30 PM   | NFB New Releases Program

Sunday, October 30
10:00 AM | Making Peace Through Animation: A Hands-On Workshop with Co Hoedeman

In this intimate workshop for children and teens, Oscar®-winning animator Co Hoedeman teaches the basics of animating with paper cut-outs on a lightbox. Participants are divided into small groups, and, working together under Co’s guidance, create a short film on the theme of peaceful resolution. 

12:30 PM | NFB New Release Family Program

A fun-filled selection of NFB films, featuring some of the NFB’s newest animation for kids of all ages. For complete programming, click here.

2:30 PM   | Making Peace Through Animation: Spotlight on Co Hoedeman*

Oscar®-winner Co Hoedeman screens three films, demonstrates his animation techniques and discusses the importance of peaceful values and respect for diversity.

Wednesday, November 2
4:00 PM   | NFB New Releases Program

*Please call 416-973-3012 and arrive 15 minutes early to reserve your spot. These are free events but space is limited

For complete programming information, visit nfb.ca/mediatheque.

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