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After months of preparation, the screening premiere of Willow Episode 1 was a complete SUCCESS! We’ve been hard at work getting started on episode 2, set to premiere in 2023. So, be on the lookout for more announcements on future screenings and events coming your way soon! Photography by @clutchmastere & @trephene This project is made possible, in part, with funds from the Media Arts Assistance Fund, a regrant partnership of NYSCA and Wave Farm, with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. #willow #willowhorror #afrofuturism #scifi #premiere #screening #localshows #indiefilm #blackfilmmakers #thenoticeblog (at Nuyorican Poets Cafe) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClmGww9uSlo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[thenoticeblog]

BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY! Go to: https://bit.ly/3MpsS1C

“Willow” Screening + Q & A Discussion Saturday, October 22nd @ 4-6pm Nuyorican Poets Cafe  236 East 3rd St, New York, NY 10009   Tickets $10 advance | $15 at the door

Join NY Emmy Award-winning producer and creator of “Willow,” Paul A. Notice II, for a Q & A discussion about their newest iteration of “Willow,” a project that began as a play in 2012.  

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SYNOPSIS⁠ After legalizing “Peer Consumption” in a vampiric world; near-utopian governance is quickly overshadowed by a truly predatory housing market. Desperate to pay rent, or risk being eaten alive, Willow, a brooding elected observer of alt-worlds & timelines, searches for solutions.⁠

----- ABOUT In World #336, a successful 1811 German Coast Slave Revolt leads to a multi-ethnic near-utopia, outlawing White Supremacy and most systemic instruments it uses. However, in this reality, consuming others grants one electrical power, regenerative healing, and the memories of their victim - a metaphor that viscerally reveals capitalism’s inherent violence, and toxic allure.

Though a standalone short film, “Willow,” also lays the groundwork for an Afrofuturist TV series that wields the non-linear nature of time & alt world travel as a vehicle to examine the ways in which sociopolitical events of the past can impact the present and future.

Learn more at: https://thenoticeblog.com/willow ------- Support our project w/ a tax-deductible contribution at: https://donorbox.org/willowhorror ------- SPECIAL THANKS  This project is made possible, in part, with funds from the Media Arts Assistance Fund, a regrant partnership of NYSCA and Wave Farm, with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. ----

All Sales go toward "The Willow Project," a program of the Notice Foundation, which produces films that not only centers BIPOC, Queer, and Femme narratives, but employs people from those communities to create them as well. 

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[thenoticeblog]

A Moment of Gratitude | "Willow" BTS

I'm going to practice some gratitude. Before we began producing the TV show, "Willow: House of Griots," there was "Willow: State of Emergency." It's a short film Suswana and Pierre helped me produced back in November 2020.

I haven't done too well posting about this, but this short film picked up a good number of accolades over the past few years. It hardly dawned on me, until editing this poster.

Sometimes, we're so focused on the next goal - we forget to celebrate the small victories. So, this post is born out of celebration. I've revised the script, and film countless times since we shot the first scene in 2020. It's cathartic to know that work isn't going unseen.

Willow is now playing at the 2023 New York Lift-Off Film Festival! Watch it online in the “Trendsetters Shorts” category (it’s #160) from now until July 31st!

- Paul N.

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Anyway, please remember that our "Willow: House of Griots" fundraiser is still LIVE!⁠ Please give whatever you can - every bit helps! www.thenoticeblog.com/willow

⁠"Willow: House of Griots" is an Afrofuturist multiverse TV show that follows an elected alt-world observer, as she ascends to power in an Afrocentric vampiric world on the verge of collapse.

We're crowdfunding for $30,000 to help shoot our 1-Hour Pilot Episode by the end of September. Don't wait! Give whatever you can to help us turn this dream into reality. Click the #linkinbio⁠ or go to www.thenoticeblog.com/willow

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[thenoticeblog]

Ya'll made Our 1st Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party a HIT!

Thank you so much for coming out to the Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party! This was one of the largest and most fantastic turnouts for our “Willow” events this year - and that is because of your presence and vibes!

Feel free to share the photos from the event here, on social media - just be sure to tag @willowhorror and @thenoticeblog wherever you post!

We’re currently in gearing up to produce the 1-hour pilot episode of “Willow: House of Griots” next year, so please consider supporting our journey for the holiday season here.

Finally, if you haven’t already, please check out our film “Willow: State of Emergency” on Amazon Prime. P.S. It’s mad brick out here! And if you’re anything like me - ashiness is just one step out the door. So, if you want to keep your skin moisturized without any harmful chemicals/additives, and support a good cause - try our CBD Mango Shea Butter, “Black Thoughts.” Ten Percent (10%) goes to the United Negro College Fund and the Movement for Black Lives, while the rest goes to supporting my nonprofit production company, The Notice Blog.

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The Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party! | Friday, Dec 8th

On Friday, Dec 8th at FirstLive, The Notice Blog is hosting an end-of-year costume extravaganza: The Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party! 

WHAT: Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party WHEN: Friday, December 8th, 2023 | 8:30 PM - 1:30 AM WHERE: FirstLive | 219 Central Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221 TICKETS ($15): https://bit.ly/AVDParty IG, X, FB: @willowhorror 

They’re celebrating the release of their film "Willow: State of Emergency" on Amazon Prime Video, and raising funds for our highly-anticipated Afrofuturist Multiverse series, "Willow: House of Griots." This groundbreaking, 1-hour SciFi series uses speculative history series to explore concepts of Liberation and the inherent violence of Capitalism; all set in a vampiric alternative reality where the 1811 German Coast Slave Revolt leads to an America led entirely by Black and Indigenous people.

Musical Artist Jay Cass will be opening the event, with DJ Zeke closing out the night on the turntables. Guests will be treated to a sneak peek of the first 5 minutes of “Willow: State of Emergency,” specialty-themed drinks, and the opportunity to buy from local vendors like Black Thoughts Mango Shea Butter. 

So, whether you come asDrolta from "Castlevania: Nocturne,"Akasha from Queen of the Damned, Willow from “Willow: State of Emergency,” Blade, or something entirely original - come through! Best Costume receives a prize at the end of the night! 

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[thenoticeblog]

The Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party! | Friday, Dec 8th

On Friday, Dec 8th at FirstLive, The Notice Blog is hosting an end-of-year costume extravaganza: The Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party! 

WHAT: Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party WHEN: Friday, December 8th, 2023 | 8:30 PM - 1:30 AM WHERE: FirstLive | 219 Central Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221 TICKETS ($15): https://bit.ly/AVDParty IG, X, FB: @willowhorror 

They’re celebrating the release of their film "Willow: State of Emergency" on Amazon Prime Video, and raising funds for our highly-anticipated Afrofuturist Multiverse series, "Willow: House of Griots." This groundbreaking, 1-hour SciFi series uses speculative history series to explore concepts of Liberation and the inherent violence of Capitalism; all set in a vampiric alternative reality where the 1811 German Coast Slave Revolt leads to an America led entirely by Black and Indigenous people.

Musical Artist Jay Cass will be opening the event, with DJ Zeke closing out the night on the turntables. Guests will be treated to a sneak peek of the first 5 minutes of “Willow: State of Emergency,” specialty-themed drinks, and the opportunity to buy from local vendors like Black Thoughts Mango Shea Butter. 

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The AVD Party at First Live | Friday, Dec 8th from Paul Notice on Vimeo.

Come to The Notice Blog’s end-of-year extravaganza: The Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party! WHAT: Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party WHEN: Friday, December 8th, 2023 | 8:30 PM - 1:30 AM WHERE: FirstLive | 219 Central Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221 TICKETS ($15): https://bit.ly/AVDParty IG, X, FB: @willowhorror We’re celebrating the release of our film "Willow: State of Emergency" on Amazon, and raising funds for our highly-anticipated Afrofuturist Multiverse series, "Willow: House of Griots." This groundbreaking, 1-hour SciFi series uses speculative history series to explore concepts of Liberation and the inherent violence of Capitalism; all set in a vampiric alternative reality where the 1811 German Coast Slave Revolt leads to an America led entirely by Black and Indigenous people. Musical Artist Jay Cass will be opening the event, with DJ Zeke closing out the night on the turntables. Guests will be treated to a sneak peek of the first 5 minutes of “Willow: State of Emergency,” specialty theme drinks, and the opportunity to buy specialties from local vendors like Black Thoughts Mango Shea Butter. Whether you come as Drolta from "Castlevania: Nocturne," Akasha from Queen of the Damned, Willow from “Willow: State of Emergency,” or Blade - we wanna see it! Best Costume receives a prize at the end of the night!

[thenoticeblog]

Thank you to all of our "Willow" Supporters!

Let's take the time out for gratitude: Thanks to our supporters' contributions over the last three years, we were able to produce "Willow: State of Emergency,” which premiered at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe, won the Best Short Film Award at Chicago's Black Film Fest, and screened on Juneteenth weekend at the Black-Owned Stuart Cinema Theater.

That continued support also enabled us to develop a TV series “Willow: House of Griots” that expands upon the film, and to host a stage reading of episodes 1-4 at Here Performing Arts Center.

And now, as we're fundraising to produce the one-hour pilot episode of "House of Griots," I can't help but feel incredibly grateful.

From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU. This has been a tremendous journey, and I'm ecstatic to not only be at the helm of a talented and dedicated production team, but to also be a part of a community of supporters of the work itself.

If you'd like to join our community of supporters, follow the link in the photo, or just come to our inaugural Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party, Dec 8th, 8:30pm at First Live (219 Central Ave., BK).

More announcements coming soon!

- Paul A. Notice II

Side note: "Willow" is part of the "Willow" program of The Notice Foundation, which is meant to not only create narrative fiction from the perspective of Black, Indigenous, POC, Womanist, and Queer perspectives; but to employ professionals from our communities in making them. Contributions to our fundraising campaigns are tax-deductible according to IRS Tax Code via Fiscal Sponsorship of The Notice Foundation.

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[thenoticeblog]

The Invitation

Nearly every day this week, I've whisked by the library to print out the free 20 pages offered for each day. Then I'd take the flyers I've cut from them, visit a new coffee shop in the neighborhood, and leave them amongst the others.

I've always seen flyers like this: black & white, hand cut, no gloss. These are moments of homegrown "3rd Places," offering an invitation to YOU. Whoever you are.

I've grown a fondness for it. Unlearned the capitalist urge for dressings that bleed my pocket. And focus on what really matters. Us. Community.

So, when the time came to spread the word about our fundraiser party for the "Willow: House of Griots" TV series, I found myself here: extending my own personal invitation to a 3rd Place. For the community steadily growing around this show, and the ideas it espouses.

Come through. Join our community, and help us get our stories out there.

- Paul N.

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Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party ⁠ Saturday, November 4th, from 7PM - 12 AM.⁠ The Woods | 1826 Palmetto St., Queens, NY 11385

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RSVP: bit.ly/AVDParty

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You're invited! Come to Our 1st Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party!

Willow: House of Griots proudly presents…

🌌 Afrofuturist Vampire Dance Party! 🌌

Date: Saturday, November 4th, 2023 Time: 7:00 PM - Midnight Location: The Woods | 1826 Palmetto St., Queens, NY 11385

Step into the future as we journey into the night!

🦇 Ticket Sales will be used to support the “Willow: House of Griots” Fundraiser 🦇

🪐 Event Highlights:

- Afrofuturist Vampires: Come dressed as your most captivating, futuristic vampire self! Best Costume wins a thrilling prize! - Dance the Night Away: Groove to the beats of our talented DJ's. - Local Vendors: Discover unique and mysterious treasures. - Food & Refreshments: Satisfy your hunger for the night's adventure. - Visual Spectacles: Immerse yourself in our Afrofuturist ambiance.

🌟 Entry: $12.50 & up (Supporting a great cause!)

Join us as we explore the convergence of worlds, styles, and legends. 🚀

Don't miss out on this electrifying and enchanting evening. Be part of the future's story! 🌠

Follow us on social media for updates and surprises! 💫

Instagram: @WillowHorror Facebook: /WillowHorror Twitter (X): @Willowhorror

For more information, contact us at [email protected]

Let's make this night unforgettable!

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Help Us Launch Our Afrofuturist TV Show!

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT EVERYONE! We’re raising $30k to shoot Episode 1 of “Willow: House of Griots” this Fall. Give whatever you can and share this video!  

*Make a tax-deductible contribution today at https://thenoticeblog.com/willow 

⁠"Willow: House of Griots" is an Afrofuturist multiverse TV show that follows an elected alt-world observer, as she ascends to power in an Afrocentric vampiric world on the verge of collapse. ⁠

Written & Directed by  Paul A. Notice II

Produced by Suwana Chowdhury Pierre Jean Gonzalez Paul A. Notice II

Production Manager Tina Hill

Associate Producer Sultan Ali

Assistant to the Showrunner Daniel J. Notice

Episode 1 Starring 

Ashley Noel Jones Suzanne Darrell Kirrin Tubo Cameisha Cotton

TNF Board of Directors Elliot Guilbe Glenn Quentin Paul A. Notice II

Special Thanks to our latest donors:

Will Duggan James Reilly Kirrin Tubo Paul Notice Sr. Marco Rodriguez Nyle  Emerson Doreen Notice Jade Notice Sharon Richardson  Nichole Villafane Sita Sakar Kiera Williams Paul VanDeCarr Jeannette Colyvas Daniel Notice Jasmine Byrd

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*Every contribution is tax-deductible thanks to fiscal sponsorship from The Notice Foundation, a 501(c)3 that develops and supports media from BIPOC, Queer, Immigrant, and Formerly-Incarcerated narratives.

**This project is made possible, in part, with funds from the Media Arts Assistance Fund, a regrant partnership of NYSCA and Wave Farm, with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

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[thenoticeblog]

We're Fundraising! Help us Make "Willow: House of Griots"

Our fundraiser for filming the “Willow: House of Griots” pilot is now LIVE! Our minimum goal is $30k before September 🙏🏿🖤🤞🏿

Please give anything you can to help make this dream a reality! Support Us with a tax-deductible contribution here: donorbox.org/willowhorror

“Willow: House of Griots” is an Afrofuturist multiverse series that follows an elected alt-world observer, known as a Griot, as she ascends to power in a vampiric world on the verge of collapse.

It’s set in an alternate world, called Moja One, where the 1811 German Coast Slave Revolt, leads to an entirely different version of America: One led by primarily Black and Indigenous people.

This is a project I began over ten years ago, originally as a stage play. It went up on its feet at New York Theater Workshop, with Mosaic Theater’s Reg Douglas as the director. Ten years and hundreds of rewrites later, I teamed up with producers Suswana Chowdhury, and Pierre Jean Gonzales. We shot the first scenes of our short film: “State of Emergency” in the Fall of 2020.

Two years and nearly a hundred revisions later, we premiered the short film at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe on October, 22nd, 2022. That was Followed by a live stage reading of Episodes 1-4 on June 2nd 2023, and another short film screening of the director’s cut on Sunday, June, 18th, 2023 at the Black-owned Stuart Cinema. While the short film will be available for sale on Amazon later this year.

We need your help NOW.

Right now, we are fundraising to film our upcoming 1-hour pilot episode “Willow: House of Griots” TV series. We’re looking to raise at least $30,000 by September.

So, no matter how you give, no matter the amount, every contribution is an IMMENSE help to this production.

Please make a contribution, no matter the size, here. And let’s make this dream a reality!

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Willow: House of Griots | "...We're Finally Here."

Ten years ago, when I was writing the original stage play, in which the series is based; I could only dream of the possibility of this moment. But here we are. Realizing the first stages of our TV show, “Willow: House of Griots.” And I’m so very thankful for the people who’ve joined me on this journey.  After the 1st rehearsal, I remember pacing back and forth in a basketball court at midnight, talking to my lil brother on the phone about how I knew this was a turning point for me and this project.

I had worked with casts before, I had written & directed plays (and films) before. Nevertheless, this was the culmination of years of experience - of triumphs and hard-taught lessons. My writing matured, evolved - and now with this cast’s insight and notes: it’s flourishing.

We have arrived.

By showtime, my eyes were already watering at merely saying the words out loud: “I DREAMT of being here over a decade ago…”

“Here” wasn’t just the name of the venue. It was how I arrived, and who I arrived with.

“Here” was smarter, with a more nuanced understanding on how the world works, and how to work with different people. “Here” was listening and humbling oneself, adapting and trying again. “Here” was working with friends and loved ones to make something truly meaningful and worth telling.

And we’re finally “here.”

I have plans for this series. Stories to tell, that I wished I’ve seen when I was young. And this is just the beginning.

Over the next two years, my goal is to turn what we performed that Friday night, into the first four episodes of “Willow: House of Griots,” to be self-released on Amazon. I have plans for this series. Stories to tell, that I wished I’ve seen when I was young. And this is just the beginning.

You can catch the short film version coming up on Sunday, June 18th @6pm at Stuart Cinema.

Or you can support us by making a tax-deductible contribution to: donorbox.org/willowhorror

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“WILLOW” PREMIERE TICKETS ON SALE TODAY!

IT'S FINALLY HAPPENING!!

After nearly a decade of hustle, rewrites, and reshoots; I am excited to show ya’ll a masterpiece in the making. Come see the premiere of “Willow” at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe, Saturday, October 22nd @ 4pm - 6pm. 

GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY! 

Along with a Q & A Discussion about the themes, we’ll be hosting a screening of the short film; featuring BRAND NEW scenes, characters, and even more detailed world-building. Details below:

“Willow” Premiere w/ Q & A Discussion Saturday, October 22nd @ 4-6pm  Nuyorican Poets Cafe  236 East 3rd St, New York, NY 10009  

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SYNOPSIS

After legalizing “Peer Consumption” in a vampiric world; near-utopian governance is quickly overshadowed by a truly predatory housing market. Desperate to pay rent, or risk being eaten alive, Willow, a brooding elected observer of alt-worlds & timelines, searches for solutions.

Written & Directed by Paul A. Notice II

Starring Ashley Noel Jones as Willow Anne-Marie Abdoji as Sasha K. Obama II Suzanne Darrell as Vanessa Paul A. Notice II as Shaka 

Produced by Suswana Chowdhury Katrina Reid Pierre Jean Gonzalez

***All Sales go toward "The Willow Project," a program of the Notice Foundation, which is producing a feature film that not only centers BIPOC, Queer, and Femme narratives, but employs people from those communities to create it as well. 

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