Life Stories: The Art of Unscripted Programming

Schedule

Mon Nov 03 2025 at 06:30 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

McNally Amphitheater | New York, NY

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Inside unscripted TV: Hear top producers reveal how real life becomes hit shows and where career opportunities await.
About this Event

From dating and drag competitions to real estate and commercial fishing, contemporary life offers a virtually unlimited supply of subjects for unscripted entertainment. But why do some topics work better than others—and how do creators of unscripted shows turn audiences into devoted fans. Hear from top producers of unscripted programs about how they turn real people and everyday events into compelling characters and engaging storylines, what work roles are involved, and where you can find opportunities to break in.

Brian Balthazar, Founder and Executive Producer, Balthazar Entertainment

Presented with the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and ​​Student Success Center, Gabelli School of Business, Fordham University


This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.

The Center's programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.


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McNally Amphitheater, 140 West 62nd Street, New York, United States

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