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May 2026

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1 0 I D G A M O N T H L Y The DGA Director Development Initiative presents: Sharing Our Stories: Spotlighting Directors Who Work on Multi-Camera Shows In this lab, Directors who work on multi-camera television shows will discuss their experiences of working in the multi-camera space, sharing their unique approaches to storytelling and highlighting best practices for how you can achieve technical efficiency and fulfill your creative vision. Attendees will learn more about how to communicate and collaborate effectively with others on set, as well as navigate the opportunities and challenges that may arise while working within the multi-camera format. The DDI Labs focus on education and career development for members interested in episodic television and is designed to provide current information on the Director's craft delivered by experienced Episodic Television Directors. Panelists will be listed on www.dga.org closer to the date of this event. Thursday, May 28 5:00 p.m. (PT) 8:00 p.m. (ET) Online To RSVP, please log-in as a member at www.dga.org/Events and click on Upcoming Events. The San Francisco Coordinating Committee presents: 2026 Annual Membership Meeting The SFCC invites all Bay Area members to the 2026 edition of our annual membership gathering. Come meet DGA staffers who will deliver a briefing on the state of the Guild. In addition, there will be reports from the SFCC Executive Committee, election nominations to the Executive Committee, and other Guild business. As we may not be able to accommodate walk-ins on the day, please RSVP no later than Tuesday, April 28, via email to sfcc@dga.org, to confirm your attendance. Saturday, May 2 5:30 p.m. — Sam's Grill & Seafood, Atrium 374 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA 94104 See RSVP information left. SFCC members attend the 2025 event. The Asian American Committee presents: Filming the Impossible: A Celebration of Asian Action Filmmakers Action is a key genre in the industry that Asian filmmakers have especially been a driving force at reimagining and revolutionizing. This year's Asian American Committee event celebrates the achievements of Directors and Directorial Team members in this perpetually popular form of cinematic art. Join us for this two-part event featuring a live demonstration on best practices for directing action by Director/Producer/Actor Ron Yuan (Blade of the 47 Ronin), followed by an in-depth panel discussion with Directors discussing their individual approaches and contributions to the genre. Speakers currently scheduled to appear include Directors Deborah Chow (Obi-Wan Kenobi), Nisha Ganatra (Freakier Friday) and Geeta Vasant Patel (House of the Dragon). Panelists subject to availability. Additional information may be posted on www.dga.org closer to the date of the event. Thursday, May 7 6:00 p.m. — DGA Theater 1 To RSVP, please log-in as a member at www.dga.org/Events and click on Upcoming Events. • UPCOMING EVENTS - MAY •

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