TD Jakes - MegaFest 2017 

http://www.mega-fest.org/schedule/

Wednesday June 28, 2017
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM Women's Economic Empowerment Breakfast (Ticketed Event*)
KBHCC - Ballroom D

7:30 AM - 10:00 PM Registration Opens


10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Opening Ceremony
Reunion Lawn
Opening Ceremony @ Reunion Lawn, Taste of Dallas, Concert, Activites, Family Games

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Family Movie Night



Thursday June 29, 2017
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM MegaFit
Reunion Lawn & Omni Lawn

8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Registration Opens


9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Empowerment Sessions
KBHCC - Blrm C1 & D | KBHCC-Blrm C2 & D

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sponsor Sessions
KBHCC-Blrm C3 | KBHCC-Blrm C4

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Entrepreneur Sessions
TBAAL Theatre

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Alive Dance (Ticketed Event*)
Ballroom A
Open to Registrants

10:00 AM - 7:30 PM EXPO
KBHCC - Hall AB
EXPO Opened to the Public

1:00 PM - 4:40 PM International Faith & Family (Ticketed Event*)
Omni Dallas
Open to Registrants

1:00 PM - 8:30 PM MegaYouth (FireCode)
KBHCC - Hall C

1:00 PM - 8:30 PM MegaKidz
KBHCC - Hall D
MegaKidz Open to Registrants

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM The Power of Saying “YES”
Master Class
Receive valuable insights and wisdom from a successful Hollywood influencer on their personal and professional experiences in the business while maintaining their authentic self.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Leading Men in Hollywood
Panel
This session features some of Hollywood’s hottest leading men and their perspectives on the industry.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Taking Over Hollywood in YOUR Own Way!
Panel
Hear from Hollywood A-list actors on how they have embraced their uniqueness and maneuvered through the entertainment industry in their own successful way.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ManPower Opening Session | Pastor Bill Winston
KBHCC - Arena

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM WTAL Opening Session | Bishop T.D. Jakes
KBHCC - Hall EF

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM “Same Kind of Difference As Me”
Opening Night Screening
(6:15 p.m.- Red Carpet Arrivals)

10:00 PM - 11:30 PM “STEP!”
Late-Night Screening



Friday June 30, 2017
7:30 AM - 9:30 PM MegaKidz
KBHCC - Hall D
MegaKidz Open to Registrants

7:30 AM - 9:00 PM MegaYouth (FireCode)
KBHCC - Hall C

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM WTAL - Morning Glory | Bishop Jacqueline E. McCullough
KBHCC - Hall EF
Featuring Tasha Cobbs

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM ManPower - Morning Glory | John Gray
KBHCC - Arena
Featuring TPH Praise Team

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Alive Dance (Ticketed Event*)
Ballroom A
Open to Registrants

9:00 AM - 9:30 PM EXPO
KBHCC - Hall AB
EXPO Opened to the Public

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Empowerment Sessions
KBHCC - Blrm C1 & D | KBHCC-Blrm C2 & D

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sponsor Sessions
KBHCC-Blrm C3 | KBHCC-Blrm C4

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Entrepreneur Sessions
TBAAL Theatre

9:30 AM - 9:00 PM International Faith & Family (Ticketed Event*)
Omni Dallas
Open to Registrants

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Morning Inspiration
Keynote
Begin this glorious day at the International Faith & Family Film Festival with words of inspiration by one of Hollywood’s top producers who believes in the power of God and faith-based media.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM WTAL - Mid-Morning Session | Pastor Sheryl Brady
KBHCC - Hall EF
Featuring Travis Greene

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM ManPower - Mid-Morning Session | Tye Tribbett
KBHCC - Arena
Featuring TPH Praise Team

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM Emerging Technologies for Impactful Storytelling
Panel
Virtual Reality and other technologies are expanding the ways storytelling is being showcased. However, it is important to make sure that we have diverse stories and images present in this ever growing ecosystem. Session attendees will learn about the Virtual Reality industry and other emerging technologies needed to start creating diverse content. This session will also highlight some key examples of how brands and global content leaders in Film and TV are leveraging Virtual Reality and other digital technologies.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM Red Carpet Arrivals
Awards Luncheon
1st Annual IFFFF “LEGENDS AWARDS” Luncheon New to the festival in 2017 will be the “LEGENDS Awards” luncheon that will recognize a Hollywood legend who has been victorious, purposeful, and incredibly impactful in their career and in the entertainment industry.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM “The Case of Christ”
Screening

1:00 PM - 3:30 PM McDonalds Inspirational Celebration of Gospel Tour 2017
KBHCC - Arena

1:30 PM - 2:45 PM Writing the Vision and Making it Plain
Breakout Session
Whether a project debuts on television, online, or DVD, it must begin with a solid script. Screenwriting is a technical and emotional art form that requires knowledge of story structure, timing, and proper character development. Without understanding how these three interrelate, even the best ideas will fail to translate from paper to screen. Our Screenwriting Experts will walk you through the process of developing compelling characters, creating and using conflict to propel your plot, and meeting the structural requirements needed to tell an emotionally engaging story for television audiences and beyond.

1:30 PM - 2:45 PM Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: The Agent, The Manager, The Lawyer, The Publicist, and the Business Manager
Breakout Session
Does this Director have the necessary talent, experience and vision to bring my material to life? Which casting choices will help me realize my project’s full potential? How do I choose the right Lawyer and Publicist? Giving the proper attention and receiving the correct answers to these questions is crucial to producing an entertaining project that will draw mass audiences. Hear first- hand from leading Hollywood Executives everything you need to consider when assembling a team for your next production!

1:30 PM - 2:45 PM The Reality of Reality TV: How to Make Reality TV Work

The International Faith & Family Film Festival has reached out to experts in Reality TV to help showcase this ever-evolving genre. Do you have an idea for a Reality TV series? This session is the place to present all of your questions and have them answered!

1:30 PM - 2:45 PM Actors Bootcamp
Breakout Session
Back in 2017! An Award-winning actor who has appeared in the Oscar-nominated movie, Hurt Locker, gets IFFFF actors in shape for their big break.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM WTAL Girl Talk
KBHCC - Hall EF

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Directing the Vision
Panel
The International Faith & Family Film Festival recognizes the hidden director in you and has you covered with the insights you will need to embark upon the journey of bringing your dream to the screen. Sit with established Directors and receive helpful information that will put you on the road to directing your first film or the project of your dreams!

4:15 PM - 5:30 PM Women In Hollywood
Panel
Women in Hollywood continue to make great strides in all aspects of the business. Hear from A- list actresses and network studio executives who are kicking down the glass ceiling!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM WTAL - Evening Session | Pastor Joseph Prince
KBHCC - Hall EF
Featuring Tamela Mann

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ManPower - Evening Session
KBHCC - Arena

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM “A Question of Faith”
Movie Screening
(6:15 p.m.- Red Carpet Arrivals)

7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Family Fun Night
Reunion Lawn

9:00 PM - 12:00 PM A Time To Laugh Comedy Show (Ticketed Event*) | Cedric the Entertainer
KBHCC - Arena

10:00 PM - 11:30 PM “Mully”
Late-Night Screening

11:00 PM - 1:00 AM Midnight Prayer | Pastor John Hannah
KBHCC - Hall AB



Saturday July 01, 2017
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM Best Buddies Fun Walk
Reunion Lawn

8:00 AM - 12:30 PM MegaKidz
KBHCC-Hall D
MegaKidz Open to Registrants

8:00 AM - 12:30 PM MegaYouth (FireCode)
KBHCC-Hall C

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sponsor Sessions
KBHCC-Blrm C3 | KBHCC-Blrm C4

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Entrepreneur Sessions
TBAAL Theatre

9:00 AM - 2:30 PM EXPO
KBHCC-Hall AB
EXPO Opened to the Public

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM WTAL - Morning Glory | Dr. Caroline Leaf
KBHCC-Hall EF
Featuring James Fortune

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM ManPower Morning Glory | Dr. Shane Perry
KBHCC-Arena
Featuring Kirk Franklin

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Morning Inspiration
Keynote
Begin this glorious day at the International Faith & Family Film Festival with words of inspiration by one of Hollywood’s top personalities who believes in the power of God and faith-based media.

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM International Faith & Family (Ticketed Event*)
Omni Dallas
Open to Registrant

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM WTAL - Mid-Morning Session | Bishop T.D. Jakes
KBHCC-Hall EF
Featuring Tasha Cobbs

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM ManPower - Closing Session | Pastor Joseph Prince
KBHCC-Arena
Featuring TPH Praise Team

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM Film and TV Reviewers: The Art of the Critique
Breakout Session
Having the ability to write a poignant review for a film, documentary or television program is truly an art. Hear from today’s top film and TV critics on the power of reviews as well as how to develop critiques, blog posts and more for today’s audiences that connect and make an impact.

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM The Roadmap to Success in Hollywood: Building Your Brand
Breakout Session
Nobody enters the entertainment industry expecting to be relevant one minute and gone the next. Nevertheless, this happens with a fair degree of frequency. In this session, you will learn how to develop your brand and projects, from marketing and promotions, successfully entering festivals to how to present your best self, to ensure that you enjoy lasting success in a demanding and challenging industry.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Tasha Smith’s Actor’s Workshop
Breakout Session
With the great success of this workshop in 2015, learn from award-winning Actress Tasha Smith about character, motivation, and development to scene blocking and improvisation. No matter if you have been acting for years or just days, there is always room for improvement. In this session, you will receive valuable insider information while elevating your skills for your next big role!

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Next Generation of Filmmakers: IFFFF Short Film Showcase
Screening

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM The IFFFF Fish Tank
Panel
A la “Shark Tank,” this year, IFFFF has created our very own showcase for your ideas to shine. During this session, bring your best pitch for a film or TV project to industry experts who will serve as judges. All ideas are welcome in the areas of scripted, unscripted, reality, and feature.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Hollywood’s Millennials: IFFFF Rising Stars
Panel
Hear from today’s up-n-coming stars on how they thrive in Hollywood while maintaining their spiritual foundation.

4:45 PM - 5:30 PM Surviving and Thriving in Hollywood!
Master Class
Receive valuable insights, knowledge, and wisdom from a Hollywood superstar on how to have a sustainable and successful career in the entertainment industry.

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Access to all MegaFest Events (Accept special ticketed events). Round trip transportation on a luxury motor coach from Jacksonville, Florida to Dallas, TX. Hotel for 4 nights and (3) free breakfasts.

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• Any Event notated on the Official MegaFest 2017 site (/www.mega-fest.org/schedule/) as  (Ticketed Event*) 
• No Pets Allowed

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