Applications open on April 17.
Thats why today, Im honored and excited to introduce theTyler Perry Studios Dream Collective, said Perry.
In a word, this is about access.
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Breaking into the industry can be toughbelieve me.
The Tyler Perry Studios Dream Collective is my dream of opening the door for the next generation of artists.
Film schools are expensive.
If youre not directly connected in some way, its easy to feel shut out.
This is why we joined forces to create the Tyler Perry Studios Dream Collective.
It is of vital importance to have a diversity of voices in cinema and television.
This makes the world a more compassionate and informed place to live in.
You cant create without community.
And you damn sure cant make films.
Added Cooper: Theres so much more opportunity in television and film than there ever was.
Still, theres a ton of work to be done.
Thats why the Tyler Perry Studios Dream Collective is so incredibly important.
This program is about knowledge-building, skill-building, habit-building and brand-building.
Round 2:One hundred Finalists will next participate in virtual sessions.
The four-week virtual sessions are designed to educate, inspire and cultivate a lasting community.
After evaluation of the Short Film submissions, 10 winners will be selected and announced in July 2025.
After evaluation of the pitches, 5 Grand Prize Winners will be selected and notified in August.
Round 5:Five Grand Prize Winners will be announced in August.
More information can be found at the websitehere.
Watch a video of Perry discussing the program below.
