SeriesFest Expands Lineup with Star-Studded Showcases and Thought-Provoking Panels

Breakthrough Actor Award and Sneak Peek: Netflix's "The Four Seasons"

Denver's SeriesFest is rolling out the red carpet for Marco Calvani, one of the stars of Netflix's upcoming comedy "The Four Seasons." Attendees will get an exclusive advance screening and a panel discussion featuring Calvani and co-showrunner Tracey Wigfield. Adding to the excitement, Calvani will be honored with the SeriesFest Breakthrough Actor award.

Sharing the screen with comedy heavyweights like Tina Fey, Steve Carrell, and Colman Domingo in this adaptation of the Alan Alda film, Calvani is definitely one to watch.

Comedy, Inclusion, and the Future of Storytelling Take Center Stage

Comedian and activist W. Kamau Bell will record a live episode of the ACLU's podcast "At Liberty," delving into the world of political comedy and navigating the current American landscape. Meanwhile, Kit Williamson of "Unconventional" returns to SeriesFest alongside Revry co-founders Damian Pelliccione and Chris Rodriguez to discuss promoting LGBTQ+ talent and breaking down barriers in traditional media. Williamson will also share his insights in SeriesFest's Vanguard Workshop series.

Industry Leaders Explore the Evolving Landscape of Television

A panel featuring "When Calls the Heart" co-creator Brian Bird, along with Chris King of Sony Pictures Television and Lindsay Rovegno of ESPN Originals, will explore the future of storytelling. Another panel will focus on the power of media and identity, featuring Julie Ann Crommett of Collective Moxie, Lawon Exum of Disability Belongs, and Elijah McKinnon of Open Television.

The impact of AI will also be a key topic of discussion. SAG-AFTRA's Duncan Crabtree-Ireland will join Flawless co-CEO Scott Mann and Wonder Dynamics co-founder Nikola Todorovic to explore this rapidly evolving technology and its influence on the industry.

International Spotlight Shines Bright

SeriesFest will showcase a diverse range of international programming with screenings of shows like Norway's "A Better Man," France's "Ça C’est Paris" and "Enjoy!," Egypt's "Lam Shamsiya," and the UK's "The Island."

SeriesFest: A Platform for Innovation and Global Perspectives

"This year's SeriesFest lineup reflects the dynamic changes happening across the global entertainment industry," says SeriesFest co-founder and CEO Randi Kleiner. "From AI and streaming to other emerging technologies, we're facing new challenges and opportunities. SeriesFest is committed to highlighting the creators and innovators at the forefront of these changes, bringing their perspectives to a global stage."