Thursday, October 11, 2001
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

2-105


The television drama series has been a dominant force in our culture for the past fifty years. The advent of cable and satellite broadcasting and the emergence of the Internet have transformed the TV medium in general, and its story-telling functions in particular. In this Forum, writer/producers for such innovative shows as The West Wing and Party of Five will discuss the current state of television drama, the commercial realities and artistic possibilities of TV today and in the future.

Speakers
Julia Dahl
, The West Wing
John Romano, Party of Five

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