Ballinran Entertainment, in collaboration with a consortium of local business leaders and investors, has announced ambitious plans to transform Stratford, Ontario, into a thriving hub for film and television production. The newly revealed Stageview Studios, designed by architect Michael Wilson, will see the redevelopment of a Downie Street warehouse just beyond Stratford’s heritage downtown. This […]
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As Los Angeles grapples with the aftermath of devastating wildfires that displaced families and disrupted lives across the city, FilmLA’s 2024 On-Location Production Report provides a snapshot of an industry navigating unprecedented challenges. The report reveals a modest rebound in Q4 on-location production, with a 6.2% increase in shoot days compared to the same period […]
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Pickleball enthusiasts in Park City are about to gain a unique new venue as the Park City Planning Commission has unanimously approved a plan to transform a 15,000-square-foot bay at the Utah Film Studio into six indoor pickleball courts. This move not only addresses the community’s growing demand for pickleball facilities during the winter but […]
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As Los Angeles grapples with devastating wildfires that have claimed lives, destroyed homes, and displaced thousands, the entertainment industry finds itself navigating a complex and emotional recovery. The fires, which have scorched areas across the Pacific Palisades, Altadena, and Malibu, have directly impacted Hollywood, leaving many in the industry struggling to balance work with personal […]
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The Los Angeles City Council has unanimously approved the highly anticipated Television City redevelopment, marking a pivotal moment for this iconic production hub. The $1 billion project, led by Hackman Capital Partners, will transform the historic studio at Beverly Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue into a state-of-the-art media campus, modernizing its facilities while preserving its cultural […]
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The devastating wildfires across Los Angeles County have scorched over 28,000 acres, destroyed more than 5,000 structures, and displaced thousands of residents. However, despite the widespread destruction, central production hubs and major soundstages in Los Angeles have been spared, with productions expected to resume once conditions stabilize. The Sunset Fire, which triggered mandatory evacuation orders […]
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Warner Bros. Discovery’s ambitious plans to build a $8.5 billion studio complex in Nevada, touted as a transformative project for the state’s film and television production landscape, have hit a significant setback. The studio confirmed it has ended its partnership with Birtcher Development, the original developer for the project, though it remains committed to creating […]
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Shadowbox Studios in Atlanta has taken a bold leap into the future of filmmaking with the launch of its cutting-edge Virtual LED Wall on Stage 2, developed in collaboration with NEP Sweetwater. This groundbreaking technology places Atlanta at the forefront of virtual production, offering filmmakers, commercial creators, and music video producers an unparalleled opportunity to […]
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Despite facing economic pressures, production slowdowns, and growing competition from tax-incentivized regions, Southern California is doubling down on its role as the global hub of entertainment. Developers, city officials, and industry leaders are banking on a strong rebound in 2025, committing billions of dollars to modernize and expand the region’s soundstage infrastructure. From historic revivals […]
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San Diego native and filmmaker Aaron David Roberts is bringing Hollywood closer to home with the launch of the Chula Vista Entertainment Complex (CVEC), an ambitious $85 million project poised to transform the region’s creative landscape. This state-of-the-art facility, located in Chula Vista, will serve as a single-source production hub, offering cutting-edge virtual production studios, […]
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