What’s up, Creative Army!

It’s been a wild start to 2025 for the entertainment industry as a whole. And I know many of you have been feeling it, too.

Between my travel schedule, the LA fires that hit close to home, the ongoing M&A (mergers and acquisitions) activity reshaping the business, and the powerful resurgence of independent film, I’ve been on the ground, in the meetings, and having conversations with industry leaders every single week. And let me tell you… there’s a LOT happening right now that you, as a creative, need to know.

This is a time of massive change but also massive opportunity.

More than ever before, the doors are open for global creatives to have their voices heard. We’re seeing stories cross borders, we’re seeing international shows take over our streaming platforms, and we’re seeing power shift directly into the hands of the creators. The technology, the distribution models, the audiences, they’re all evolving. And that means you need to evolve, too.

So let’s talk about it.

I’m hosting a brand new FREE Ask Me Anything (AMA) event this Wednesday, April 23rd, LIVE over Riverside, and I want you there.

This is your chance to ask me anything about your craft, your career, the current marketplace, or whatever challenges you’re facing. Whether you’re a screenwriter, filmmaker, producer, actor, or working in post, there’s something in this AMA for you. And trust me, I’m bringing everything I’ve been seeing, hearing, and learning from the biggest names in the business to this conversation.

Did I mention it’s FREE?

So mark your calendar. Tell your friends. Share this with your creative circles. The more, the merrier.

All you need to do is register here.

I can’t wait to see you there.

Let’s go.

RB

What to Expect:

• Honest insight about where the industry is right now and where it’s heading next, hosted by Stage 32 Managing Director Amanda Toney.
• Advice for creatives navigating the evolving landscape of film, TV, and digital content.
• Tips for building a sustainable career (not just chasing short-term wins).
• A real conversation about the business side of the entertainment industry is necessary because craft alone won’t get you where you want to go.
• And, of course, answers to as many of your questions as we can fit into a couple of hours of no-holds-barred shop talk.

Mark Your Calendar!

Ask Me Anything: The Current State of the Industry with Stage 32 CEO Richard “RB” Botto

Wednesday, April 23rd at 11 am PST

Register for RB’s FREE AMA Webcast Here!

If you missed my last few AMA's, you can view them here!

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