Melbourne WebFest 2024 Highlights at the Kaleide Theatre

The ninth annual Melbourne WebFest returns to the Kaleide Theatre this October.

The ninth annual Melbourne WebFest returns to the iconic Kaleide Theatre for 2024. WebFest has a proud history of celebrating storytelling and digital creators with entrants across 25 categories from around the globe - MWF 2024 is shaping up to be another show-stopping year.  

We invite you to join us for the program highlights! 

Featuring Stream Queens an industry panel hosted by RMIT's Alexa Scarlata for an insightful discussion from the current queens of Australian streaming creation. Featuring producer Katherine Fry and writer Michele Lee of the successful streaming series White Fever (ABC iView). Lucy Coleman, the creator and writer of current hit, Exposure (Stan). Also joining the conversation on stage comedian, actor Diana Nguyen and creator of web series sensation Phi and Me.  

After the panel sit back and enjoy highlights from the Grand Jury's official selection on the big screen. Stick around for the 2024 Melbourne WebFest Awards Ceremony expect surprise showcases and special guests for the presentation including Best Drama, Best Comedy and find out who will take home the Grand Jury Prize for best overall project this year.  

Presented by RMIT in partnership with Melbourne WebFest.

Interested in the full program? All-access passes at https://filmfreeway.com/melbournewebfest/tickets

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