Surrounded By Stories: A Scripted & Unscripted Film Showcase

Join the creative collective, Surrounded By Water for "Surrounded By Stories," a one-night-only fusion of premiere screenings and a deep-dive industry panel, hosted by Grammy Nominated Singer/Actor Tristan Mack Wilds & Award-Winning Filmmaker Greg Cally at the iconic SVA Theatre in NYC.
Mingle with filmmakers, creatives, industry insiders, and execs during our exclusive Sponsored Open Bar Cocktail Mixer (VIP ticketholders only).

Event Details:

SVA Theatre – 333 W 23rd St, New York, NY 10011
Saturday, September 5th, 2025
5 PM – 9:30 PM

Learn from award-winning creatives at our soon to be announced headline panel and watch soon to be announced captivating films from diverse creatives including an exclusive first look at an unreleased documentary.
Ticket Options:

🎟 General Admission – $45

Your all-access general admission pass to Surrounded By Stories includes:

Admission to all screenings and panel discussions

Entry at 6:15 PM

The experience of premieres of numerous original films soon to be announced and access to panels featuring actors, directors, and reality TV insiders

Perfect for film lovers, creators, and fans of behind-the-scenes storytelling.

🍸 VIP Mixer Pass – $65

Arrive early! Sip freely! Network deeply! Your VIP ticket includes: Everything in General Admission, PLUS:

-Early entry at 5:00 PM for an exclusive cocktail networking mixer

-Open bar access with a VIP wristband

-Mix & mingle with industry insiders, talent, and fellow creators before the showcase begins.

-Preferred seating for the screening & panel blocks
The Surrounded By Water collective, is a group of diverse filmmakers including:
Tristan Mack Wilds (HBO's The Wire, APPLE TV's Swagger, CW's 90210, PEACOCK's Praise This and more)
www.instagram.com/MackWilds
Greg Cally (ESPN's D.Wade: Life Unexpected, VICE TV's Black Market with Michael K. William's, TV ONE's Marvin Sapp Biopic, Never Would Have Made It," and more)
www.instagram.com/GregCally
Jessica Hubert (BRAVO's Real Housewives of New York, AMAZON VIDEO's Lizzo's Watch Out for the Big Grrrls, BRAVOs Summer House, MTV's Surreal Life and more)
https://www.instagram.com/jess_sicka/
Snyder Derival (AMAZON VIDEO's upcoming Allen Iverson Documentary, VICE TV's Black Market with Michael K. Williams, Anime and more)
https://www.instagram.com/SnyderDerival
Guyviaud Joseph (BET's Zatima, TV ONE's First Comes Love, Then Comes M**der, Power on STARZ, AMAZON VIDEO's Harlem and more)
www.instagram.com/Guyviaud.Joseph
Phil Tudeme (Mr. Santa: A Christmas Extravaganza, Intent Unknown, Breaking Fast with Coca Cola and more)
https://www.instagram.com/fuzziemedia/
Isaac Thesatus (TIDAL's Afterhours, Anime now streaming on Peacock and Tubi, Wouldn't Mean Nuthin, Fifteen and more)
https://www.instagram.com/eyezache
Stay tuned for special announcements about the upcoming slate for Surrounded By Water as well as announcements about the special screenings and panels at the Surrounded By Stories event.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

SVA Theatre, 333 West 23rd Street, New York, United States

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