About this Event
WSO Theatre & Film Festival 2026
Where bold stories meet opportunity, access, and celebration.
The WSO Theatre & Film Festival 2026 is a dynamic, multi-day experience created to connect storytellers and performers with real opportunity. Bringing together playwrights, filmmakers, actors, producers, directors, casting professionals, and arts supporters, this festival is designed to educate, elevate, and open doors.
Attendees will experience:
- Curated stage play showcases and film screenings featuring original, powerful work
- Live Audition Access for Actors, offering the opportunity to audition in front of producers, directors, and casting professionals in a professional, supportive environment
- Pitch opportunities for selected creatives to present projects directly to industry executives
- Intentional networking mixers built to foster genuine connections
- A Grammy-style Red Carpet Awards Ceremony celebrating excellence in theatre and film
That's not it... there will also be Celebrity-led panels, workshops, and Lunch & Learn sessions focused on:
- Touring and scaling your work
- Branding yourself and your projects for longevity
- Protecting your work legally and understanding contracts
- Monetization strategies for theatre and film
- How to get your production to Broadway
- Funding your project through grants, investors, and partnerships
- Breaking into the industry with clarity and confidence
- Securing representation, agents, and management
- Navigating distribution for stage and screen
This is more than a festival — it’s a launchpad for talent and ideas.
✨ Why attend?
- Because access matters.
- Because being in the room changes everything.
- Because YOUR story and YOUR talent deserve to be seen.
Whether you’re an emerging artist seeking visibility, a seasoned creative ready to expand your reach, or an audience member who loves impactful storytelling, the WSO Theatre & Film Festival blends purpose with polish to deliver an experience that is inspiring, practical, and unforgettable.
🎟 Limited capacity. High impact. Real access.
Join us and be part of a weekend where stories are celebrated, talent is spotlighted, and opportunities begin.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Nickelodeon Theater, 1607 Main Street, Columbia, United States
USD 35.54 to USD 180.08
