BAFTA is expanding its presence in North America with an exciting slate of upcoming events, including the introduction of its inaugural New York Tea Party, which will be held on October 6th at The Pierre in conjunction with the New York Film Festival. This new event aims to highlight emerging talent and celebrate groundbreaking film and television in the vibrant cultural hub of New York City.
In addition, BAFTA North America will also bring back its beloved standalone TV Tea event after a four-year hiatus. Since 2003, BAFTA has hosted the TV Tea Party honoring excellence in television and bringing together industry professionals, creatives and talent from the UK, US and beyond. The TV Tea will take place on September 14th at The Maybourne Beverly Hills and will celebrate those recognized at BAFTA’s Television Awards and salute the television industry at large. The event will also raise awareness for BAFTA North America’s Learning, Inclusion and Talent programs, which provide industry-leading mentoring, education, and financial aid for local communities, underserved students, and emerging artists. Past event attendees have included everyone from Jodie Comer and RuPaul to Fiona Shaw, Michael Douglas and Ava DuVernay.
“We are delighted to bring back the TV Tea Party, which has always been a highlight for our community. We look forward to celebrating the crossover success of BAFTA TV Award talent with U.S. audiences and reinforcing our commitment to inspiring and uplifting the TV industry,” said Joyce Pierpoline, Chair of BAFTA North America. “The addition of the New York Tea marks an exciting new chapter for us as we continue to expand our work and presence, and cultivate our community.”
BAFTA North America is a 501c3 not-for-profit organization focused on championing creativity, opportunity, and social change for all through the transformative power of film, games and television. Through its programming, the organization works to positively impact the screen industries to create a more fair and sustainable environment. Under new leadership, BAFTA is expanding its programming in North America and will also have a presence at the upcoming Telluride Film Festival and Toronto International Film Festival.
The BAFTA TV Tea Party is presented by BBC Studios, Delta Air Lines and Virgin Atlantic, FIJI Water and sponsored by BritBox and the Maybourne Beverly Hills. The BAFTA NYC Tea Party is presented by BritBox, Delta Air Lines and Virgin Atlantic, and FIJI Water. BritBox is the exclusive streaming partner of the BAFTA Film and Television award ceremonies through 2025.
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About BBC Studios
The main commercial arm of BBC Commercial Ltd, BBC Studios generated revenues in the last year of £1.8 billion and a third consecutive year of profits of over £200 million. Able to take an idea seamlessly from thought to screen and beyond, the business is built on two operating areas: the Content Studio, which produces, invests and distributes content globally and Media & Streaming, with BBC branded channels, services including bbc.com and BritBox International and joint ventures in the UK and internationally. The business made more than 2,800 hours of award-winning British programmes last year for a wide selection of public service and commercial broadcasters and platforms, both in the UK and across the globe. Its content is internationally recognised across a broad range of genres and specialisms, and includes world-famous brands like Strictly Come Dancing/Dancing with the Stars, the Planet series, Bluey and Doctor Who.
In the U.S, BBC Studios operates both a distribution business and one of its major production units. The production unit, based in Los Angeles, creates and produces adaptations of UK programs, as well as all new original programs, for linear and digital platforms in the U.S. This production unit is responsible for the phenomenally successful, Emmy®-winning Dancing with the Stars, the multi-award-winning Life Below Zero franchise, the popular reboot of the classic quiz show Weakest Link, the US version of the global sensation The 1% Club, the revved up Top Gear America, and the survival competition series Outlast. In scripted, the team has achieved success adapting British hits, including Ghosts, Call Me Kat (based on the UK format Miranda) and Welcome to Flatch (This Country in the UK) for top U.S. broadcast networks.
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About BritBox
BritBox is the leading streaming destination for the best of British television and culture, offering the most comprehensive, must-see collection of British entertainment all in one place. Providing a pipeline of exceptional storytelling, and showcasing the depth and breadth of British creativity from across the UK, BritBox curates a quality selection of classic titles and original commissions across a variety of genres, including critically-acclaimed dramas, comedies, documentaries and lifestyle programming. Launched in 2017 and now wholly owned by BBC Studios, BritBox is available in the US, Canada, Australia, and the Nordics. For more, visit britbox.com, or find the BritBox app on most mobile and connected TV devices.
About The Maybourne Beverly Hills
Situated within Beverly Hills’ famous Golden Triangle, The Maybourne Beverly Hills is a sophisticated escape with legendary London roots, European charm and a fresh California flair, right in the heart of Beverly Hills. The Spa, one of the largest spas at any luxury hotel in Los Angeles, is an unparalleled place of serenity and relaxation. The breathtaking rooftop pool features cabanas, panoramic views of the Hollywood Hills, and a menu but the acclaimed Dante Beverly Hills. The Terrace restaurant, overlooking the lush Beverly Cañon Gardens, offers cocktails and seasonal California-inspired cuisine in a quintessentially European setting, while cocktail and spirits enthusiasts can enjoy sophisticated drinks in the Maybourne Bar, or the Whisky Bar, which boasts the largest collection of Macallan in North America. For more information, visit maybournebeverlyhills.com and @themaybournebh.
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About Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic was founded by entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson in 1984, with innovation and amazing customer service at its core. In 2023, Virgin Atlantic was voted Britain’s only Global Five Star Airline by APEX for the seventh year running in the Official Airline Ratings. Headquartered in London, it employs more than 8,500 people worldwide, flying customers to 30 destinations across four continents throughout the year.
Alongside shareholder and Joint Venture partner Delta Air Lines, Virgin Atlantic operates a leading transatlantic network, with onward connections to over 200 cities around the world. In February 2020, Air France-KLM, Delta Air Lines and Virgin Atlantic launched an expanded Joint Venture, offering a comprehensive route network, convenient flight schedules, competitive fares and reciprocal frequent flyer benefits, including the ability to earn and redeem miles across all carriers. Virgin Atlantic joined SkyTeam in March 2023 as the global airline alliance’s first and only UK member airline, enhancing the alliance’s transatlantic network and services to and from Heathrow and Manchester Airport.
Virgin Atlantic has been pioneering sustainability leadership for more than 15 years, committing to Net Zero by 2050 and continuous action that reduces environmental impact. The airline operates one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient fleets in the skies, with an average age under seven years. In October 2022, Virgin Atlantic welcomed its first A330-900’s to the fleet, continuing its transformation towards 100% next generation aircraft by 2028. In November 2023, the airline led a consortium to deliver the world’s first flight across the Atlantic on 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), demonstrating that 100% SAF can be used safely as a drop in fuel in existing infrastructure, engines and airframes. The need to scale production is an industry imperative and Virgin Atlantic is committed to radical collaboration across the energy chain to support commercialisation ahead of 2030.
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About FIJI Water
FIJI® Water is a natural artesian water bottled at the source in Viti Levu (Fiji islands). With its iconic square bottle, soft mouthfeel and more than double the electrolytes compared to the other two top premium bottled water brands, FIJI Water is the No. 1 imported premium bottled water in the United States. FIJI Water has a perfectly balanced 7.7 pH. FIJI Water is available in a variety of sizes, including 330mL, 500mL, 700mL, 1L, and 1.5L. As of 2022, FIJI Water’s best-selling 500mL and 330mL bottles have transitioned to 100% recycled plastic (rPET) – bottle only. Since 2007, the FIJI Water Foundation has helped to preserve and protect the Sovi Basin and improve the lives of native Fijians. To discover Earth’s Finest Water®, please visit www.fijiwater.com, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Instagram or Twitter.
