It should come as no surprise that music — on-screen and off — is a fundamental component of Texas culture. What more could you expect from a state that claims the "Live Music Capital of the World" as it's state capital?
With that in mind, we've compiled a list of locations found in Texas films, television series, and music videos from the past 54 years. From outlaw country to underground hip hop, new wave punk to R&B, Tejano jams to heartbreaking blues licks — we've got it all.
So, follow along as we guide you through the steps of our very own Texas Two-Step. It may feel a little different from the dance you know, but we promise once you get into the rhythm, you'll love every second of it!
On Thursday, April 27, from 12-3PM, follow a trail of QR codes along the Capitol's Great Walk to explore more than 100 years of Texas moving images.
Hosted by the Texas Archive of the Moving Image (TAMI) and the Texas Film Commission, this interactive exhibit includes archival films and videos documenting the seven regions of Texas that were preserved via the award-winning Texas Film Round-Up. A partnership between TAMI and the TFC, the Round-Up has resulted in the preservation of more than 40,000 moving images in Texas contributed by thousands of individuals and organizations across the state.
During the event, learn more about the Round-Up, TAMI, and the TFC while viewing moving images from across Texas, including the earliest film footage of the Capitol from 1911!
TFC Director Stephanie Whallon, Economic Development & Tourism Executive Director Adriana Cruz and Tax Policy Counsel Shannon Brandt appearing as resource witnesses for SB1613
April showers have brought the flowers and a lot of session activity. Committee hearings are still in full swing, and the fast pace of session continues. The Texas Film Commission staff continues to help answer questions, provide information to legislators, and meet with community groups. To stay up to date on the legislative session, please visit Texas Legislature Online.
With over 100 film festivals all across Texas, there's never a bad time to submit your latest projects for inclusion. Here are just a few accepting entries right now:
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Topaz Film Festival: The Topaz Film Festival is an extension of the Women in Film Dallas Scholastic Grant Fund, a 501c3 that provides financial support through grants and scholarships to women in the pursuit of media arts degrees and those in the productions of film, television and screen-based media. The Regular Deadline to apply is June 1, with an Online Extended Deadline of July 1.
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Lone Star Film Festival: One of the premier film festivals held in the 12th largest city in the nation — Fort Worth — the Lone Star Film Festival's Regular Deadline to apply is July 28, with a Late Deadline of August 25.
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Tyler Film Fest: The Tyler Film Fest is a celebration of storytelling through film in East Texas. They accept and show short films from all around the world, but have a special fondness for local independent works. The Regular Deadline to apply is May 1, so don't delay — apply today!
Willita Mahone (L), Cassidy Cummings (R)
Please join us in welcoming the newest members of our TFC Administrative and Incentives Departments, Intake Coordinator Willita Mahone and Incentives Coordinator Cassidy Cummings!
Willita comes to the Texas Film Commission after working in production for a number of years, on Texas projects such as The Leftovers, The Vast of Night and Support the Girls, as well as the upcoming Hypnotic and Spy Kids: Armageddon. In her new role, she will help to manage day-to-day administrative duties within the office, as well as assist each department.
Cassidy is returning to the Office of the Governor having previously served on the Travel Texas team, in addition to spending some time working in the private sector. As Incentives Coordinator, she will assist with a wide array of activities, including helping to coordinate project inquiries and incentive applications.
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