RTS National Event

As the broadcaster continues to expand its presence and role outside of London, with a focus on Leeds, Bristol, Glasgow and Birmingham; there are concerns that progress in on and off-screen representation and the wider economic benefits of this policy will be lost if privatisation goes ahead. Meanwhile others argue that ' levelling up' should not be the responsibility of a broadcaster, but of government, regardless of the ownership model.

Speakers

David Elstein, former Chief Executive, Channel 5

Joining Boyd Hilton for this behind the scenes panel are creator and co-writer Daisy Haggard, co-writer Laura Solon and actors Adeel Akhtar, Geraldine James and Christine Bottomley. 

Watch the event from 1pm below:

Back To Life Series two Synopsis

Writer, director and executive producer Dominic Savage, producer Krishnendu Majumdar and star Suranne Jones join Caroline Frost for this intimate behind the scenes discussion.

I AM series two - SERIES SYNOPSIS

How did these shows come about and why is the UK TV industry looking to Korea for its next big hit?

We’ll hear from programme makers, broadcasters and sales chiefs in the UK and Korea to find out how those shows travelled here and were adapted for a UK market. We’ll also find out just how ideas have thrived in Korean TV and hear about the hit series which could be heading our way next.

Speakers:

Rachel Ashdown, Commissioning Editor, BBC Entertainment

Co-creators Tom Davis, James De Frond along with cast members Laura Checkley, Romesh Ranganathan and Camille Coduri, join journalist Boyd Hilton for this in depth discussion into the making of the second series. Filled with clips and stories, this event is not to be missed.

King Gary Series Overview

Gaining popularity for the creative and artistic freedom it brings, in this session we’ll hear from experts in Virtual Production and learn the impact on filming from the increased use of LED Volumes that provide a new, real-time surround stage.

Hosted by Sky News presenter Gillian Joseph, Rhodri will be discussing the BBC’s plan for its biggest transformation in decades, his vision for BBC Nations and how the BBC can play a critical and central role in supporting the development of our creative economy across the UK.

Biography

Rhodri Talfan Davies was appointed BBC Director of Nations in January 2021 and sits on the BBC’s Executive Committee.

In an online panel discussion TV execs will reveal the extraordinary lengths production crews had to go to in order to maintain social distancing on set and ensure TV viewers could keep on watching their favourites.

In this session, actor Toby Jones, director Sam Miller, writer Robert Jones and executive producer Sue Horth will discuss the making of factual drama Danny Boy - the story of a young man’s journey from medal-winning hero to alleged killer, and his search for truth in the fog of war. We also hope that actor Anthony Boyle will be able to join us, dependent on his filming schedule.

Synopsis