The DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and Entertainment (OCTFME) showcased a variety of original and licensed programming at the Summer Programming Upfront presentation, Wednesday, May 23, at OCTFME studios providing DC residents and media an advance viewing of Summer programming. 
The sneak preview was well received by the crowd and featured specials, live coverage, entertainment, music, news, conservation, community service, and culturally and educationally diverse content for all ages. In addition, OCTFME highlighted content created by District residents, as well as, the opportunity to meet the programming team and the talent who host some of the shows. The Agency’s programming goal is to support government programs, education and employment initiatives, and the DC community and advance the District’s film, television, music and entertainment industries.
OCTFME creates award-winning programming for the District of Columbia Network (DCN), the District Council Channel (DCC) and the District Knowledge Network (DKN). These channels are distributed by Comcast, RCN, and Verizon. The new line-up will provide District residents informative, educational and entertainment programming and provide unparalleled opportunities to connect and better serve the community media needs of the 700,000 plus DC Residents.
The Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment has recently won several awards for its original programming. OCTFME is the proud recipient of a 2018 Capital Emmy Award Nomination, by The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, National Chesapeake Bay Chapter (NATS-NCCB) for “The 202.” “The 202” is a compliment to Mayor Muriel Bowser’s 202 Creates initiative led by the Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment. They were also recognized by National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA) as the Agency received multiple awards including 2nd Place in overall network programming, Best Public Affairs Broadcast for “State of The District” and best Talk Show for “The 202.”
This new season continues the expansion of OCTFME programming with a balanced mix of new episodes from returning shows and new programs. Here is a sample of the programming slate.
BELOW IS A LINK TO VIDEO CLIP OF OCTFME SUMMER SEASON PROGRAMS
NEW EPISODES FROM NINE RETURNING SERIES:
Q&A Café - Emmy Award Winner Carol Joynt goes in depth with the movers and shakers
Premieres Fri, May 25, 2018 @ 8 PM
The Sound - Britt Waters hosts a high energy, eclectic mix of DC’s up and coming music talent
Premieres Fri, June 1, 2018 @ 7:30 PM
The 202 - Ferman Patterson/Michel Wright host DC’s hottest new entertainment show
Premieres Fri, May 25, 2018 @ 9 PM
We Are Washington - Matt Granato/Cecily Fernandez explore DC’s vibrant culture
Premieres Mon, June 25, 2018 @ 6:30 PM
Display - High octane, independent music, video show hosted by Dion Dove/Eugene Thorpe
Premieres Fri, June 1, 2018 @ 7 PM
Off The Dias - The Day-to-day life and accomplishments of the DC Council Members
I Wish You Knew - Ambitious millennials discuss politics, education, social media and lifestyle
Premieres Thurs, May 24, 2018 @ 7:30 PM
DKN Sports - Coverage of student-athletes in the District, up close and personal
Premieres Fri, May 25, 2018 @ 8
The Street Report - Radio personality EZ Street gets the scoop on the most popular entertainers
NEW SHOWS WILL INCLUDE:
Garnish - A short documentary series that highlights culture and creativity in the District
Premieres Thurs, May 31, 2018 @ 8 PM
Cambios De Vida (Life Changes) - The first in series of Spanish language shows to support DC’s Latin community. The show explores the resources that Washington, DC has to offer its residents. This series of personal stories is inspiring change in people’s lives.
Premieres Weds, June 6, 2018 @ 7:30 PM
Skillz – OCTFME will continue its mission to foster the development of the entertainment industry in the District. This variety show series will market and promote talent from the DC area by showcasing very unique and eclectic performances.
Premieres Thurs, June 7, 2018 @ 7:30 PM
Saturday Morning Kids Programming on DKN
Animal Rescue - Travel the world and witness the heroic efforts people make to help animals
Premieres Weds, May 30, 2018 @ 8 PM
Better Planet - The show features young people learning new and everyday ways to help save the planet and environment.
Dogtails - Brings you stories about every kind of dog and the people who love them
Kiddie Kitchen - Celebrity Chef “E” Marshall takes on the challenge of teaching three junior Chefs Nelson Livas, Chase Monterio, and Noah Livas the art of culinary creations
Learning with Go-Go – An animated series that makes learning fun, all to a Go-Go beat
Little Bruce Gamer - A look at Game review, coding, and responsible play. Watch as 8-year-old Little Bruce Gamer creates a world that immerses you into a review of Today’s Hottest Games.
SPECIALS:
Black History Through Song - Special features music from some of the DC areas top gospel artists. Songs of inspiration have provided the soundtrack for the African American fight for freedom, civil rights, and social justice. A celebration of Black Music Month in June.
DC Black Pride - DC Black Pride takes a look back at the response to the HIV/Aids epidemic that impacted the Black Gay community in the District. This special also offers an insightful look at the struggles and the triumphs still affecting the city’s Black LGBTQ community.
Premieres Fri, May 25, 2018 @ 9 PM
Straight Crankin - A Go-Go documentary that is an exciting beat driven look back at DC’s homegrown music, told by the people who were the pioneers of its creation.
About OCTFME
OCTFME creates content that informs, educates, and entertains viewers via the District of Columbia’s public, educational, and government (PEG) channels, Radio and other forms of content which includes film and social media. OCTFME currently operates three television networks, DCN, DCC, DKN distributed by Comcast, RCN, and Verizon, and DC Radio - 96.3 HD4, one of only two municipally owned radio stations in the country.
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