Anthony R. Page (Film - TV - Theater - Photography - Design - Advocacy)

The Alma Experience - An Exclusive Gathering of the Alma Film Festival’s Global Council of Culture with Special Festival Announcements & Visual Showcases The Alma Film Festival invites Atlanta’s creative community, cultural leaders, and partners to a special Pre-Launch Gathering at the historic APEX Museum . This intimate, high-end experience will bring together our broad coalition of supporters as we prepare to launch one of the most dynamic cultural festivals of 2026. This afternoon will highlight: Meet & Greet – Building connections across Atlanta’s creative, cultural, and business communities. Festival Updates – Exclusive insights into programming, partners, and global initiatives. Special Announcements – Unveiling new collaborations and opportunities for community involvement. Visual Presentations – A first look at the Alma Film Festival experience. Featured Performance Acclaimed artist Ciara A. Shaw will perform a stirring excerpt from her award-winni...

It was a great privilege speaking with Shate L. Hayes and sharing part of my journey through her incredible platform, The Purpose Post. Shate does a phenomenal job connecting with leaders from all around the world and uncovering the wisdom they’ve gained along their professional paths. Here’s the article that features me — check it out and let me know what you think! This kind of dialogue is exactly the type of conversation we aim to cultivate through the Alma Film Festival, and we’re excited to have Shate L. Hayes and her company as one of our key stakeholders in this growing global ecosystem. “In everything we do, we aim to spark conversations that cultivate meaningful connections and strengthen our sense of community. From this shared foundation, we hope to inspire greater collaboration, leading to cultural diplomacy and collective growth.” The Six Pillars of Purpose: Conversation • Connection • Community • Collaboration • Cultural Diplomacy • Collective Growth Read Full Article Her...

GRATITUDE… Every day, I wake up and work to move the needle forward on my ventures. Some days, it feels like rolling a stone uphill; other times, it’s like being Wile E. Coyote—chasing that roadrunner, only to find yourself back at the drawing board. But through it all, this is my life’s commitment, so I keep going. That’s the reality of being an advocate for community, especially in the arts and entertainment industry. How we are seen on screen and how our humanity is shared matters deeply. There must be space and opportunity on larger platforms to present the full scope and scale of our humanity—sharing stories that are more authentic, accurate, and complete. Much of that requires the quiet, behind-the-scenes work that often goes unseen. I’ve learned not to do it for recognition, but because it’s who I want to be—for myself, my family, and especially my kids and grandkids. That’s why being nominated for the Vanguard Award by the RICE Awards Executive Committee means so much. A specia...

Alma Film Festival Announces Call for Emerging Technologists at Ent–Tech (Innovation & Discovery Expo) Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic — The Alma Film Festival is proud to announce an open call for emerging technologists, entertainment disruptors, and innovators to join Ent–Tech (Innovation & Discovery Expo) , a future-facing showcase at the convergence of entertainment and technology. As part of its commitment to spotlighting creativity and innovation across the Global South, the festival is waiving exhibition fees for participants who apply by October 31, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST . Ent–Tech is seeking: Interactive technologies and immersive platforms Gadgets, gizmos, and creative tools New camera and lens technology Software, apps, and digital platforms Human-centered innovations Disruptive models in film, TV, streaming, and new media Each exhibitor will be provided a 10x10 space (flexible based on the nature of the technology) to deliver an interactiv...

Alma Film Festival Announces Collaboration with Elias L. Mulenga, Zambia’s Leading Film & Arts Advocate Atlanta, USA - Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic — The Alma Film Festival is proud to announce a new collaboration with Elias L. Mulenga, Zambia’s #1 Film and Arts Advocate . This partnership underscores the festival’s inclusive, global approach and commitment to building meaningful cultural collaborations across the world. Elias Mulenga will play an instrumental role in helping Alma shape a global cinematic agenda that reflects the vast diversity of the Global South , ensuring that stories, voices, and innovations from Africa and beyond are central to the international conversation. This collaboration expands Alma’s community of stakeholders to 47 cities  across 32 countries , strengthening a global network of cultural leaders, filmmakers, and innovators who are  working together to reimagine cinema for the future. “My decision to fully commit to this industry was bor...

Atlanta, GA – (August 21, 2025) — The Alma Film Festival is proud to partner with the acclaimed Tiny Nook Concert Series—produced by DDCE Creative Agency and Dream Variations Entertainment —to debut its first international edition, Tiny Nook: The Global Sessions , March 17–22, 2026, in Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic. Founded in Bushwick, New York in 2023, Tiny Nook has become a cultural phenomenon — “NYC’s Tiny Desk for the People” — known for its intimate concert series that centers authentic connection between emerging artists and audiences. Since its inception, Tiny Nook has showcased more than 38 artists across 16 sold-out shows, and now the series is expanding its reach onto a global stage. At the Alma Film Festival, The Global Sessions will feature six electrifying Brooklyn-based artists with roots in Ethiopia, Trinidad, Nigeria, Jamaica, Egypt, and the Bahamas. Together, they will create a living soundtrack of cross-cultural artistry and contemporary expression, marking T...