The upcoming Variety TV FYI Fest, scheduled for June 6 in West Hollywood, is set to be a star-studded event, drawing a diverse range of talent from the entertainment industry to discuss their experiences and projects. The agenda promises a packed day of engaging panels, from roundtables with supporting actors to deep dives into the creative processes behind major shows.
Morning Panels Highlight Breakout Actors and Innovative Filmmaking
The festival kicks off with a “Supporting Actors Roundtable” featuring Dakota Fanning (“Ripley”), Ricky Martin (“Palm Royale”), Lisa Ann Walter (“Abbott Elementary”), Jennifer Jason Leigh (“Fargo”), Greta Lee (“The Morning Show”), and Lewis Pullman (“Lessons in Chemistry”). Moderated by Emily Longeretta, this session will provide attendees with a glimpse into the actors’ journeys into their roles and their approaches to storytelling.
Simultaneously, an innovative presentation titled “Step Into the Future of Filmmaking With ‘Stay Alive My Son'” will explore the groundbreaking methods of blending cinema with interactive gameplay. This session, moderated by Jazz Tangcay, will include insights from producer Victoria Bousis and actor Elodie Yung, promising to offer a unique perspective on narrative engagement.
Mid-Morning Sessions: A Glimpse into Iconic TV Productions
Following the roundtables, the fest will delve into the world of TV show production with back-to-back “Meet the Makers” sessions. The first, focusing on Paramount+’s reboot of “Frasier,” features actor and executive producer Kelsey Grammer along with showrunners Joe Cristalli and Chris Harris. Another session will introduce participants from Peacock’s reality show “The Traitors,” including notable contestants like Dan Gheesling and Kate Chastain.
Keynote and Documentary Insights
A highlight of the day will be the keynote conversation with George Cheeks, President and CEO of CBS, moderated by Cynthia Littleton. This discussion is poised to shed light on the strategic visions for CBS in a competitive media landscape.
This will be followed by an intriguing panel on the making of the documentary “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV,” which investigates the challenges within children’s television production.
Afternoon Engagements and Celebrations
Post-lunch, the festival continues with more “Meet the Makers” sessions, including an inside look at FOX’s “Animal Control” with Joel McHale and a panel on FX’s “FEUD: Capote Vs. The Swans.” An exciting “Game Show Host Fan Favorites” panel will feature hosts like Drew Carey and Jane Lynch discussing their experiences and inspirations.
The day concludes with a special “15-Year Reunion of White Collar,” where creator Jeff Eastin and stars Matt Bomer and Tim DeKay will reminisce about their favorite moments from the show.
This day-long festival not only offers fans a chance to hear directly from their favorite stars and creators but also provides industry professionals with insights into the evolving landscape of TV and film production
