Gala & Ticket Reservations

“Reel Life 96” is the City of Lakewood’s first Short Film Competition, and we are thrilled to invite you to a special Screening Gala that will feature 33 uniquely crafted films submitted by filmmakers from all over Western Washington. The filmmakers had 96 hours to create a film that was 5 minutes or less in length. Each film included 3 required elements; a line of dialogue, a prop, and a specific action.



Join in the fun, watch some great short films, and help us celebrate these artist’s unique achievements in film at the Screening Gala Event at McGavick Conference Center.

As our special guests, you have the opportunity to reserve two free tickets (one for yourself and one for a guest.)

Click the link below to make your ticket reservations at Brown Paper Tickets.

Ticket reservations will close on March 17th. Hurry, as we expect tickets to move quickly. 

Schedule of Events for the Screening Gala

3:00 PM to 5:00 PM - Social Hour

• Entertainment will be provided by the Northwest’s favorite award-winning guitarist Michael Powers
• There will be 3 cash bars serving Beer, Wine and Soft Drinks

5:00 PM until 6:15 PM - Film Screening (First set of Films)

6:15 PM until 7:15 PM - Intermission and Dinner Break

• A complimentary light meal will be served courtesy of our Sponsors. This will consist of a Chick-fil-A, Chicken Sandwich, Chips, and a Cookie
• There will also be food available for purchase from Gigo’s Jamaican Grill and the Egg Roll Hut, both of which are local Food trucks. Egg Roll Hut has vegetarian meal options

7:15 PM until 9:30 PM - Film Screening (Second and Third sets of Films)

9:30 PM until 10:00 PM - Intermission and Audience Choice Award Voting

10:00 PM until 10:30 PM - Awards Ceremony

• Medals, Trophies and Cash Awards

Many thanks to our sponsors for their support: Twin Star Credit Union, Lakewood Community Foundation Fund, NW Etch, Leu Jam Entertainment, and Hardcastle AV

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