get your SEEN ON THE SCENE IV
film festival PASSES!
SATURDAY, AUGUST 23
STARTING AT 1pm PTIV
Join us for Seen on the Scene IV, our 2026 film festival, taking place this August at the Glorya Kaufman Performing Arts Center.
This is not a typical film festival.
It is a live, immersive experience built around conversation, access, and discovery.
You sit in the room with filmmakers.
You hear how the work was made.
You engage directly with the people shaping what comes next.
Independent artists are not on the sidelines.
They are building the future of film and culture.
Submit Your Film
Your story belongs in the room.
Seen on the Scene is now accepting film submissions for this year’s festival. If you have a short film, feature, series concept, digital project, or creative work ready to be considered, we invite you to submit it for review.
Share your project with us and take the next step toward being seen by an audience that values independent voices, bold stories, and emerging creative power.
Last year, filmmakers from our community moved into major releases, festival circuits, and commercial projects with real momentum behind them. This is where that movement gathers.
This year’s theme continues to explore the intersection of creativity and technology.
Artists are working inside a rapidly shifting landscape.
Tools are more powerful.
Barriers are different.
The question is no longer access alone. It is ownership, voice, and control.
Seen on the Scene IV brings forward films that reflect that tension and possibility.
You will experience:
- A curated selection of short films
- Live Q&A sessions with directors and talent
- Intimate panel conversations
- Opportunities to connect with artists and collaborators
- A space to be seen, and to see others clearly
This is a room full of people who are building something.
Come for the films.
Stay for the conversations.
Leave with a different sense of what is possible.
VIP PASS
SEEN ON THE SCENE III-
RESERVED* PRIORITY SEATING
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UNLIMITED POPCORN
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UNLIMITED SNACKS & DRINKS
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CUSTOM COCKTAILS
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DESIGNATED WAITERS
ALL-ACCESS PASS
SEEN ON THE SCENE III-
PRIORITY SEATING
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UNLIMITED POPCORN
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UNLIMITED SNACKS & DRINKS
-
CUSTOM COCKTAILS
-
DESIGNATED WAITERS
Where do I go?
Type 3200 Motor Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034 into your preferred app. The event entrance is on Motor Ave and you’ll see the JOYCE & STANLEY BLACK FAMILY CAMPUS sign. You will enter the Glorya Kaufman Performing Arts Center.
You should pass a security booth and see a sign dictating the direction of the theater.
What should I wear?
We’d like you to look your best! We recommend casual chic to upscale chic for attire. This is LA; you own your style on the red carpet! We look forward to your best photos!
What time do I get there?
DOORS OPEN AT 12PM. Red carpet photos will be taken until 1PM. If you’re late, you’ll miss out!
Purchase required for entry. Your name will already be on the guestlist if you’ve purchased a pass or been confirmed as a +1.
Passes will not be available for purchase at the door. You can purchase online at any time on the day of the event for entry. Check-in volunteers will ask for an email confirmation.
What to expect at the door
- State your name
- A check-in volunteer will confirm if you are on the list as VIP or All-Access.
- VIPs will be handed a VIP LANYARD. Please keep this on your person.
Parking and transportation.
We have an event in LA with free parking available for all! A hidden gem! Parking is available in front of the theater and continues down a long path toward a fenced area. You may park in any open spot. While parking is available, we still recommend Uber/Lyft. You will enter through a security gate, mention you’re with What We Watch, and they’ll direct you to our theater.
What do I get with my pass?
PASS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY. If you purchased more than one pass or have approved guests, your party will need to mention your name at the door.
- VIPs get unlimited popcorn, snacks, and custom cocktails served directly to their seat.
- All-Access Passes include unlimited popcorn, snacks, and beverages. Cocktails are available for purchase only.
Program and punctuality.
The program is available below. Detailed programs including film & director will be handed out in the theater and on rolling displays. Some films may include sensitive content.
This is LA. There will be traffic! Please add an extra 15-min buffer to your drive time! Punctuality is imperative. We want to respect the artists and their work.
The event ends promptly at 5 PM which includes an optional reception. Please expect to leave the venue no later than 5 PM.
Seen on the Scene 2025
Our 3RD Annual Event
Seen on the Scene III lit up the Glorya Kaufman Performing Arts Center with a high-energy showcase of bold, independent storytelling and rising creative talent. The festival brought together a dynamic mix of short films, animated series, and Oscar-qualifying projects, alongside an exclusive sneak peek of Churchy Season 2 on BET Plus. Hosted by founder Monique Palma, the event blended film, music, and live presence into a vibrant celebration of culture, ambition, and community—cementing its place as a growing platform for creators ready to be seen and heard.
Seen on the Scene 2024
Our 2nd Annual Event
Our 2nd film festival featured the most talented independent artists in Hollywood! We had a group of excellent Black and Latina moderators who handled the films with care and highlighted the artists throughout their journey in filmmaking. We'll be back for more at our gorgeous home venue at the Glorya Kaufman Theater in August 2025.
Seen on the Scene 2023
Our Inaugural Event
Relive the movie magic of our inaugural film festival through our photo gallery. Our community comes together to cultivate, celebrate, and connect through the art of filmmaking. Check out snapshots of the scene and get a glimpse into the vibrant atmosphere that defines us. You don't have to miss the next event! It's bigger, better, and even more beautiful!
