Performing arts awareness drive gets costumes out in force

  • 2015-04-24
In an effort to show support for tax incentives for the film and television industry, hundreds of “zombies” invaded the city of Olympia last month.

Descending upon the steps of the Capitol, the creatures were costumed actors actresses, support staff, and crew who were staging a production they will use to help raise awareness about the role that government financial incentives play in their industry. They also want to make the public more aware of how much money the industry can bring into the area each year.

The final Print of the short film they created will be released in support of Bill 6027, which will raise the amount of annual funding under the state’s tax incentive program for the film and television industry. A printing company will be able to produce other materials to be distributed along with it, such as pamphlets, Flyers, and Posters that can help to make people more aware of the role the industry plays in the state’s overall economy.

Under the current state policies, which are set to expire in 2017, there is a cap of $3.5m per year. If the bill passes, it will remain in place until 2022, with incremental increases each year. In order to qualify for these incentives, the production needs to spend between $500,000 and $150,000 in the state, depending on its type.
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