The Venice Arts Storyteller Awards is here. The event is the new signature fundraising celebration and a reimagined alternative to the annual Venice Arts gala. It is scheduled to take place at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
The Venice Arts Storyteller Awards
The new fall fundraising event is a short film awards night that celebrates the power of youth storytelling. The evening honors standout alumni from the Venice Arts acclaimed Digital Storytelling Pre-Apprenticeship. Hence it will showcase their original short films and creative achievements on the big screen. Moreover, guests will enjoy an inspiring program. In addtion, attendees can partake in appetizers, cocktails, and a silent auction. The exciting night will entertain while supporting the important mission of Venice Arts – to empower marginalized youth through photography, filmmaking, and media arts.
About Venice Arts
Founded in 1993, Venice Arts had a bold vision: to build a vibrant community where creativity empowers young people to thrive. The organization is rooted in the belief that art is a catalyst for change. It also champions creative equity by providing low-income youth with access to high-quality media arts education. Venice Arts offers advanced learning opportunities, and hands on experience. Thus students can find pathways to college and careers in the creative sector. At the heart of it all is a deep commitment to nurturing imagination. It also amplifies youth voices, as well as using the power of art to transform lives and communities.
Sponsors
This year’s Storyteller Awards are generously sponsored by Jerry Solomon and Dana Astrow, NBC Universal, Hotel Erwin and The Sokol Family, Michele Asselin and The J Meltzer Fund, as well as the Fogel Family.
More info about the Event
Admission starts at $150 and tickets are officially on sale now. Parking: Limited street parking available. Refer to the Saban Theatre’s website listing nearby parking garages. Attire: Evening Casual
What: Venice Arts Storyteller Awards
Where: The Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90211
When: Thursday, October 23, 2025; 6-9pm
Website: https://www.venicearts.org; https://wheremusicmeetsthesoul.com
