Short, Creative, Profitable | Vertical Drama Panel at HAMA 2026 in Los Angeles

Vertical dramas are quickly changing how stories are told and how actors get cast. This 2026 HAMA exclusive panel in Los Angeles brings together industry leaders to break down how short form vertical storytelling is reshaping the entertainment landscape and creating real opportunities for performers.

Designed for actors, filmmakers, and creatives, the panel explores how vertical dramas bypassed the traditional studio system, revived genres like the rom com, and opened new pathways for casting, production, and profit. If you are training, attending casting director workshops, or refining your audition skills, this conversation offers practical insight you can apply right away.

Featuring producers, casting executives, and creative leaders actively working in the vertical space, the panel shares what casting teams look for, how actors can prepare for vertical projects, and why this format is becoming a powerful career builder alongside film and television.

The event takes place at the Enchanting Theatre in Larchmont, Los Angeles, with a full afternoon program including short films, Q and A sessions, and the featured vertical drama panel.

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