Celebrate another night with stories written by women and gender diverse filmmakers at Ourtoba’s Cold Reading Night! 🎭
Do you want a chance to hear your script come alive, read by actors? Join this April’s Cold Read!
📅 Thursday, April 16th, 2026
🕖 7–9PM (Actors arrive at 6PM for casting)
📍 Artspace Board Room, 100 Arthur St. (4th Floor)✍️ Writers: Submit your script by April 14th midnight
($10 submission fee)🎭 Actors: Casting call is coming soon, keep an eye out if you’d like to perform! (Open to ACTRA Actors)
This April’s Cold Read is hosted by the amazing Sydney Sabiston!
Sydney Sabiston is a Manitoba-based actress and award-winning filmmaker whose passion for storytelling drives her work both on screen and behind the camera. She has starred in projects including Time Cut, All Fun and Games, The Magic of Lemon Drops, & Under The Christmas Sky, etc.In addition to acting, Sydney has built extensive experience as an Assistant Director, Production Coordinator, and has worked in Casting and Research. She currently works with Farpoint Films, an award-winning production company, and is pursuing her goal of becoming a producer. Deeply committed to Manitoba’s film industry, she is passionate about championing local talent and bringing bold, authentic stories to life.
Here’s the best part: even if your script isn’t chosen this round, you’re still welcome to come, connect, and enjoy the evening AND your script will be guaranteed a spot in the next Cold Read without another fee. 🙌
Note: This event welcomes everyone but submissions are only open for women & gender-diverse filmmakers.
Email @ourtoba@gmail.com for more questions or dm us on instagram @ourtobafilmnetwork.