BRIC TV

03/06/2026

Calling NYC filmmakers & storytellers!

BRIC TV is now accepting pitches for scripted short films and pilots with production funding from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). Selected projects will receive funding, production support, and airing on BRIC’s noncommercial web and cable TV platforms.

We’re seeking production-ready short films and pilots with a strong creative vision. Special consideration will be given to one project highlighting New York City’s history in relation to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence (America250).

Funding Available
• $15,000 each for two short films
• $7,500 each for two pilot projects

Support Includes
• Access to editing suites & select equipment
• Festival submission support

Submit by March 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET
Email: [email protected] [Subject: 2026 BRIC NEA Pitch / Project Name]

Full details at http://bricartsmedia.org/tv-films-podcasts/bric-tv/.

03/05/2026

Big news for independent film — and for long-term creative partnership.

The Travel Companion, written and directed by Alex Mallis and Travis Wood, has been acquired by Oscilloscope Laboratories (via Variety) after premiering at the Tribeca Festival in 2025.

The film was supported, with NEA funding, through BRIC TV’s Scripted Content Program, now in its 11th year, which champions local independent filmmakers and bold new narrative work.

BRIC has collaborated with Alex and Travis across multiple projects, including Dollar Pizza Documentary for our Frameworks documentary strand, the NY Emmy Award–winning One Peg Boss (Travis’ project), and Sector B (Alex’s project).

This is what sustained investment in artists looks like.

Keep an eye out for the next round of narrative film pitches supported by BRIC and the National Endowment for the Arts.

06/11/2025

The Lena Horne Bandshell at Prospect Park is home to BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!, New York’s longest-running, free outdoor performing arts festival. Named to honor the legendary singer, actress, dancer, and Brooklyn native Lena Horne, the Bandshell is transformed into a venue every summer that can accommodate over 8,000 people.

Executive Director Saidah Blount shares highlights of upcoming BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn Festival season, and reflects on BRIC’s rich legacy of presenting free performing arts for global audiences of all ages.

Catch this segment on our YouTube.

04/29/2025

We’re heading to Tribeca! The BRIC TV-supported feature comedy The Travel Companion will make its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival this June!

Co-directed by longtime BRIC collaborators Travis Wood & Alex Mallis — who you might know from our Dollar Pizza documentary — this offbeat comedy follows a struggling documentarian who clings to his friend’s airline perks... until a new relationship shakes things up.

Get the details and ticket info at https://tribecafilm.com/films/travel-companion-2025!

04/20/2025

Move over, Rick & Morty. There’s a new stoner-loving animation in town. “Growing Community” follows Steve, a midlife man-child turned urban gardener, finds new purpose growing his own flower 🍁 out of his Brooklyn apartment.

Watch this 7-part series at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX1W43ZgDnWEA-8WLY8TojFa1b5jjq3Oo.

02/10/2025

I think we have the perfect Valentine’s Day cards to send to your situationship, dontcha think 😉

Watch all the messiness of the gang’s love lives out now!

02/01/2025

Hip-hop pioneer Roxanne Shanté is finally getting her (long-overdue) flowers 🌹

She’s making history as the first solo female rapper to receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, cementing her undeniable impact on Hip-Hop and on the culture.

We were honored to host her at our Town Hall last May, where she spoke on confronting misogynoir in hip-hop. Her influence paved the way for generations of artists to follow. Congratulations, Roxanne! 💐

01/23/2025

12/13/2024

Rev your engines! 🏍️ No Siren Left Behind tells the story of NYC’s Sirens Motorcycle Club—the oldest and largest women-run club since 1986 🚲‍💨

Watch their inspiring journey at https://youtu.be/LcYkVCx9EmY!