December 22, 2015—The Giant Screen Cinema Association (GSCA) is pleased to announce that its 2016 International Conference and Trade Show will be held on October 4-7 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The Cineplex Scotiabank IMAX Theatre will host flat-screen presentations on the IMAX next-generation digital laser projection system, and the Ontario Science Centre will host 15/70 film presentations on the dome screen in the Shoppers Drug Mart Omnimax Theatre. The Fairmont Royal York is the official event hotel. Registration and film submissions for the conference will open in April 2016.
“We’re excited to be going back to Toronto for our annual conference,” says Tammy Seldon, GSCA Executive Director. “Both Cineplex and the Ontario Science Centre have been long-time supporters and members of GSCA, and we appreciate their invitation to host GSCA and our delegates for this event.”
The GSCA International Conference and Trade Show will feature screenings of new films, films in production, and projects in development; professional development sessions; a trade show; a technical session highlighting the latest giant screen projection and image capture technology; and the annual GSCA Achievement Awards, which recognize excellence in giant screen filmmaking, marketing, and lifelong learning. Additional details will be posted at www.giantscreencinema.com as they are confirmed.
About GSCA
The mission of the GSCA is to facilitate communication, information sharing, and the development of best practices to support the production and exhibition of original, high-quality, educational and entertaining giant screen cinema experiences. GSCA's membership includes more than 260 organizations in nearly 30 countries. Member organizations include giant screen filmmakers, distributors, theaters, suppliers, manufacturers, and students from around the world. Connect with GSCA at www.giantscreencinema.com, https://www.facebook.com/giantscreencinema, https://twitter.com/gsca, and https://www.linkedin.com/groups/1046547. For more information, contact GSCA Executive Director Tammy Seldon at tammy@giantscreencinema.com.