Fundraiser in aid of BAFTA’s charitable work supporting young people from all backgrounds to enter the film, TV and games industries
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts has today announced that the annual BAFTA Film Gala, in support of its charitable activities, will take place on Thursday 9 February at BAFTA 195 Piccadilly, ahead of the EE British Academy Film Awards on Sunday 12 February.
The BAFTA Film Gala raises funds for BAFTA’s essential charitable work in supporting young people from all backgrounds to enter the film, television and games industries, through the support of a BAFTA network that can help inspire and guide their careers. The money raised from last year’s Gala allowed BAFTA to deliver a host of initiatives including scholarships, masterclasses, mentoring and schools activities. Earlier today, BAFTA announced several new and enhanced skills development and showcasing initiatives for 2017, informed by the findings of its research report, which examines the career success factors of film, television and games practitioners from under-represented groups, commissioned in partnership with Creative Skillset and the BFI.
BAFTA supporters confirmed to attend the Film Gala include Colin and Livia Firth, Jason Isaacs, Anya Taylor Joy, Tom Bateman, Arinze Kene, Tom Ford, Maxine Peake, Russell Tovey, Samantha Barks and Jack Fox.
Guests will enjoy a dinner followed by silent and live auctions featuring film and television-related lots, including a private preview screening of the highly anticipated Wonder Woman, a behind-the-scenes experience on the set of the sequel to Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, a set visit to The Crown, and a meet-and-greet with Jake Gyllenhaal following his show on Broadway, New York. The auction will be followed by an after party at BAFTA, with DJ Bella Freud.
The BAFTA Film Gala is sponsored by Emicapital and supported by Audi, BULLDOG Gin, Champagne Taittinger, Fisher Productions, Mad Dog Casting, Nespresso and Villa Maria Wines.
The BAFTA Film Gala forms part of a week of activity around London in the lead up to the EE British Academy Film Awards on Sunday 12 February at the Royal Albert Hall. The ceremony will be hosted by Stephen Fry and will be broadcast exclusively on BBC One and BBC One HD at 21.00. The ceremony is also broadcast in all major territories around the world. On the night of the awards, www.bafta.org will feature a live red carpet show from 16.30 as well as photography and winners interviews. Dedicated coverage will feature across social networks including Facebook (@BAFTA / #EEBAFTAs), Snapchat and Instagram.
For further information on this event, please contact freuds:
Charlotte Inett at freuds
T: +44 (0)20 3003 6350
E: [email protected]
About BAFTA
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts is an independent charity that supports, develops and promotes the art forms of the moving image by identifying and rewarding excellence, inspiring practitioners and benefiting the public. In addition to its Awards ceremonies, BAFTA has a year-round programme of learning events and initiatives – featuring workshops, masterclasses, scholarships, lectures and mentoring schemes – in the UK, USA and Asia; it offers unique access to the world’s most inspiring talent and connects with a global audience of all ages and backgrounds. BAFTA relies on income from membership subscriptions, individual donations, trusts, foundations and corporate partnerships to support its ongoing outreach work. To access the best creative minds in film, television and games production, visit www.bafta.org/guru. For more, visit www.bafta.org.
About BAFTA 195 Piccadilly
BAFTA 195 Piccadilly, the home of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, is situated in the heart of London’s historic West End. Ideal for conferences, exhibitions, celebrations, Bar Mitzvahs and weddings combining all the prestige and glamour of the movies, BAFTA 195 Piccadilly offers understated elegance as well as a number of spaces, which can be transformed for any requirement or theme. Event spaces include a state of the art cinema with 227 seats, an intimate screening room, mezzanine space and gallery as well as an option for a whole venue buy-out at weekends. BAFTA 195 Piccadilly holds a full wedding licence for the Princess Anne Theatre, the David Lean Room and the Run Run Shaw Theatre, catering for weddings and receptions from 12 to 350. For more information, visit www.bafta.org/195-piccadilly.
