Events 2005

Opening Night Gala

Celebrate the beginning of the 2005 Dreamspeakers Film Festival at the Opening Night Gala. Come view the films Good Night Irene and Heavy Metal, then stay to enjoy the company of the Festival's honoured guests including actors, directors, producers, and friends among the relaxed atmosphere of Edmonton's Bravo! Bistro located within The Citadel Theatre.

Open to the public, tickets are only $15.00. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. The evening programme begins at 6:30 p.m. with the reception to follow at 8:00 p.m.

Youth Day

Dreamspeakers Film Festival is pleased to announce a special day of programming developed with youth in mind. Thursday, June 23 will be the featured "Youth Day" of the Festival with entertaining and informative sessions for young storytellers, filmmakers, and actors. Youth (ages 12-18) will benefit from an outstanding lineup of events including: 4 films, 2 actor workshops, 1 agent workshop, guest speakers, and door prizes. The film presentations and workshops will be held at the Centennial Library and Citadel Theatre with an amazing ticket price of only $50.00 for the entire day. Chaperones are invited to attend this event at no additional charge.

VIP Gala & Walk of Honor

Dreamspeakers Festival Society proudly extends this invitation to an exclusive evening with actors, directors, producers, municipal, provincial, and national politicians and the public as we gather together to raise funds for the Aboriginal Walk of Honour in Edmonton -- a legacy of the Aboriginal Peoples who helped establish the foundation of this country.

As we journey from the past, to the present, and our future, guests can expect a celebration to remember, honouring the Aboriginal filmmaking contributions to Canada and enjoy a performance by The Jim Cuddy Band (of Blue Rodeo).

The Red Carpet welcome will highlight Aboriginal actors, directors, producers and the Walk of Honour recipients Wil Campbell, August Schellenberg, Jimmy Herman, Willie Dunn, and Gordon Tootoosis, who will be in attendance as a Morris Cardinal artistic rendition of "the Walk" is unveiled during the evening.

Tickets are available at a cost of $250.00 per person and include gourmet cuisine from Barbequed Bison and AAA Alberta Beef to fresh seafood dishes. Ticket price includes complimentary drinks.

Closing Wrap-up Party

Due to flood conditions on the North Saskatechwan River this venue may change. Watch this space for details.

Create a memorable closure to the 2005 Dreamspeakers Film Festival by experiencing one of the most picturesque ways to see the city of Edmonton. Join us in celebrating the Annual Closing Wrap-up Party aboard the Edmonton Queen Riverboat. Passengers aboard the paddlewheeler will be treated to a scenic journey on the North Saskatchewan River, with an unprecedented view of Edmonton's lush river valley and brilliant downtown core. This unique journey is free to all Volunteers and Gold Festival Pass holders. Tickets are only $20.00 for the general public.

Boarding of the vessel commences at 7:00 p.m. with an 11:00 p.m. departure.

Due to a maximum occupancy of 300 passengers we advise all guests to arrive and/or book early.