Upcoming Events:

Cinematography @ Raindance

To register for the course click here

Unleash the Screenwriter Within & Break Into Hollywood

Alan Denman, successful writer/producer from Los Angeles, will be your step-by-step guide on this weekend workshop Feb. 25 & 26 and reveal the secrets of great storytelling, how to raise your status in the game and how to unleash your own personal power. Workshop your own story idea on Day-2 and then find out how to make a go at taking your story to Hollywood.
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Lo-to-No Budget Filmmaking

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Boozin’ n’ Schmoozin’ Feb. 29

Pencil it into your calendar – the LAST WEDNESDAY of every month features the best filmmakers’ networking evening in town.  Come join us at SCREEN LOUNGE, our new Booze ‘n’ Schmooze venue and Toronto’s coolest rooftop bar. Click here for more info and the chance to win cool Suspect Video merchandise!

Business reporter and documentary filmmaker Christina Pochmursky talks about “Saturday Film School with Elliot Grove” this past November…

Can we brag just a little…? Here’s what people are saying about Raindance Canada…

“I attended the Saturday Film School on Nov 4, 2011 with Elliot Grove. Raindance events offer exceptional value with fabulous teaching. I am grateful to have this organization in Toronto offering these events as a resource in helping me launch my screenwriting career. Looking forward to the next event. Raindance Canada is doing a wonderful job of bringing great value to market place and I am happy to support them with the Premium membership!”   -   Simon M, Ajax, ON

“I was at the Comedy Writing Workshop with Steve Kaplan last weekend and found it informative, entertaining and above all, inspirational. I knew nothing of Raindance going in and was extremely impressed impressed with the organization and its operation. Clearly they are genuinely interested in growing the amount of independent film activity in the Toronto area and providing those who seek assistance in the filmmaking process with as much as possible. I look forward with great anticipation to my interaction with all who are involved with  Raindance on my current project.  Kudos to you all!”  -  Kevin L., Ancaster

“Raindance is, I’ve come to learn, an indispensible resource for budding filmmakers. It is collegial and educative and supportive. The staff with whom I have had contact are very helpful and accommodating. The educational programs sponsored by it are inspirational and insightful. Very good value for the money. I encourage anyone wanting to embark on a film career (indeed, even established filmmakers) to visit them in person or through the website and find out how they can be of help to you.”                    -  Albert F., Toronto

“Elliot Grove, founder of Raindance worldwide, is in town and so I am taking classes with him, on producing, writing and pitching films. The terrific support team at Raindance reflects the attitude of their leader. Jaimy (LOVE the hair!) and Tiska are so cool, upbeat, approachable and real, you immediately feel part of the scene no matter what your entry level. Getting to know Raindance has been the best thing that ever happened for my career; it’s a shot in the arm to interact with people so committed to what they’re doing, and so FUN at the same time–better than a Cosmopolitan and twice as sexy. If film is your thing, in any capacity, writing, directing, producing, crewing, or just you want to know more about the industry from the inside because you love films, take a course with any of the talented and enthusiastic people at Raindance.”   -  Meg. S., Etobicoke

“This is an amazing resource for anyone involved in the film industry, whether you’re a writer, producer, director, actor, technician, or anyone else who works — or wants to work — in film.  Raindance is all about nurturing the filmmaking community, with dedicated volunteers and a constantly growing resource base that will help you get your film made, and will help you connect with other people who want to make films.   I’m impressed by how active it is, since industry organizations are often more administrative than “hands on”  in their approach.  Raindance obviously has a mandate to give people the tools to actually do something, and their events are perfect opportunities for networking, in addition to the high quality of content offered. Membership gets you access to all kinds of benefits, including free script registration and discounts on classes, gear rental and  industry publications, and even if you’re not a member there are a lot of free resources and industry links on the website and in their newsletter.  The Toronto location has a regular “Live Ammunition” pitching competition to industry insiders, with Boozin’ & Schmoozin’ afterwards.”    -   Lis S., York

“Great courses from Raindance – just completed the Producers’ certificate course and was sooooo impressed. The information is useful and has the additional benefit of being able to be put to use   NOW!”   -   Marilyn K., Guelph