Netflix’s Celebration of Black Television Panel Sponsored by Netflix

Netflix’s Celebration of Black Television Panel

Sponsored by Netflix

Friday, May 29, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

New World Center - Performance Hall

Netflix will host a special Celebration of Black Television panel spotlighting the creative excellence of storytellers on and off the screen. Featuring powerhouse voices from Netflix’s upcoming 2026 slate, the conversation will explore the craft, culture, and community shaping a new era of Black television from writers’ rooms and directors’ chairs to unforgettable on‑screen performances.

Panelists: Michelle Buteau (Survival of the Thickest, EP and Lead Actress), Courtney Kemp (Nemesis, EP + Showrunner), Mario Van Peebles (Nemesis, Director), Tani Marole (Nemesis, EP), Crystle Stewart (Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black, Actress), Taylor Polidore Williams (Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black, Actress), Debbie Allen (A Different World, EP, Director, Actress), Felicia Pride (A Different World, Showrunner, EP, Writer), Maleah Joi Moon (A Different World, Actress)

Event Entry

Festival passes and individual event tickets ('credentials') grant entry to specific events and screenings on a first-come, first-served basis. All attendees must present a credential to enter ABFF events."

Early arrival is strongly encouraged. Lines form 45 minutes prior, and doors open approximately 30 minutes before each event.

Admission is not guaranteed and is on a first-come, first-served basis. It is also subject to state and local laws, including venue capacity, health and safety guidelines, and age restrictions.

All Festival pass sales are final.

Individual event ticket holders who are not admitted due to venue capacity may be eligible for a refund by returning to the Registration Center and presenting proof of the unused ticket.

Festival events and activities where alcohol is served are restricted to those aged 21 and over. Pass or ticket holders who do not meet the age requirements will be denied access and will not receive a refund or credit for any part of the purchase price.

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