Festivalgoers can relax by the fireplace, savor complimentary hot and cold beverages, along with light snacks and s’mores (while supplies last) on the outdoor terrace, complete with a cozy heated yurt. The scenic haven will also provide an idyllic place for guests to listen to Audible’s diverse audio offerings across many genres.
The Audible Listening Lodge will once again host the “Variety x Audible Cocktails & Conversations” panel events, bringing together actors, directors, and creators from diverse mediums and backgrounds. Taking place on Friday, January 24 and Sunday, January 26, these conversations will feature engaging and inspiring discussions with visionary talent. On Friday, Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter Ronan Farrow, actor André Holland, actor Juliette Lewis, Audible’s Chief Content Officer Rachel Ghiazza, and more will explore how they adapt their creative processes to engage modern audiences across entertainment mediums, offering unique insights into the past, present, and future of narrative crafting. On Sunday, the cast and creators of Audible’s The Big Fix: A Jack Bergin Mystery, including actors Jon Hamm, Alia Shawkat, Ana de la Reguera, Producer and Director Aaron Lipstadt, and Kate Navin, Executive Producer, The Big Fix, and Head of Creative Development for North America at Audible, will participate in a thought-provoking conversation about the new installment of John Mankiewicz’s Audible Original, The Big Fix.
On Friday, January 24 at the Sunrise Collective House, Audible will also partner with Gold House, the leading Asian and Pacific Islander (API) changemaker organization, to host “From Sound to Screen and Beyond, presented by Audible,” an inspiring discussion about how visionary creators harness innovative formats to captivate audiences with rich, interconnected storytelling across various entertainment mediums. Featuring Producer Joseph Patel, Comedian and Co-Host of Hysteria podcast Kiran Doel, Head of Development, 3AD, John Cheng, and Audible’s Global Head of Content Acquisition, Strategy and Partnership, Pat Shah.
Closing out the weekend, Sundance and Audible will welcome emerging creators to The AudibleListening Lodge for the “Redefining Storytelling: Creating Compelling Narratives Through Audio” panel on Monday, January 27. This invite-only event will feature a thoughtful discussion exploring the vast potential of audio storytelling and the creation of content across TV, cinema, and audio with panelists including Josh Poole, Director, Creative Development at Audible, John Mankiewicz, Emmy-nominated Writer, Producer, creator of The Big Fix: A Jack Bergin Mystery, and Blaine Morris, filmmaker. The panel is part of a broader partnership between Sundance and Audible, which includes the upcoming Sundance Collab Audio Intensive in April 2025, aimed at nurturing emerging talent in the audio storytelling space.
THE AUDIBLE LISTENING LODGE AT SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL:
WHERE: The Audible Listening Lodge
Address: Kimball Terrace, 675 Main Street, Park City
WHEN: Friday, January 24 – Sunday, January 26
Hours of Operation: Open to the public daily:
– Friday, January 24: 11:00AM – 4:00PM
– Saturday, January 25: 12:00PM – 4:00PM
– Sunday, January 26: 11:00AM – 4:00PM
PROGRAMMING & HIGHLIGHTS
“Variety x Audible Cocktails & Conversations” Panels
Friday, January 24, 5:30pm – 8:00pm
The Audible Listening Lodge – Kimball Terrace 675 Main Street
Panel Discussion: Audible x Variety Presents: Storytelling For Modern Audiences
Join leading creatives from film, television, audio and beyond for an illuminating discussion on the evolution of storytelling as audiences crave innovative content experiences. Featuring Ronan Farrow (Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and host of Audible‘s “Not a Very Good Murderer”), André Holland (Actor and producer of “Love, Brooklyn”), Juliette Lewis (Actor, “Opus”, “By Design”), Rachel Ghiazza (Audible‘s Chief Content Officer), and more, these industry innovators will explore how they adapt their creative processes to engage modern audiences across entertainment mediums, offering unique insights into the past, present, and future of narrative crafting.
Moderator: Brent Lang, Executive Editor, Variety
Sunday, January 26, 5:30pm – 8:00pm
The Audible Listening Lodge – Kimball Terrace 675 Main Street
Panel Discussion: Audible x Variety Presents: The Big Fix – Crafting Cinematic Experiences in Audio
The panel will spotlight Audible’s The Big Fix: A Jack Bergin Mystery with stars Jon Hamm (“Mad Men, FARGO, Grimsburg, Your Friends and Neighbors (upcoming), Top Gun: Maverick, Baby Driver”), Alia Shawkat (“Blink Twice, Search Party”), Ana de la Reguera (“Narcos, Army of the Dead”), Aaron Lipstadt (Producer and Director, “The Big Fix”), and Kate Navin (Executive Producer, “The Big Fix”, and Head of Creative Development for North America, Audible), exploring the new installment of Audible’s cinematic audio drama, The Big Fix, and how an oft-forgotten, dark moment in L.A. history is brought to light through a captivating detective story and unparalleled immersive audio experience. The new season debuts on Audible on Thursday, April 24.
Moderator: Angelique Jackson, Senior Entertainment Writer, Variety
Gold House x Audible Panel
Friday, January 24, 10:00am – 10:45am
Sunrise Collective House – Pine Cone Ridge, 577 Main Street
Panel Discussion: From Sound to Screen and Beyond, presented by Audible
As visionary creators harness innovative formats to captivate audiences with rich, interconnected storytelling, there’s never been a better time for audiences to discover and experience original stories across various entertainment mediums. Join us as we hear from multi-channel creators and industry veterans on how they push boundaries to create work that resonates with audiences around the world – from film and television to audio and beyond. Featuring Joseph Patel (Producer, SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius), Kiran Doel (Comedian and Co-Host of Hysteria podcast), John Cheng (Head of Development, 3AD), Pat Shah (Global Head of Content Acquisition, Strategy and Partnerships, Audible).
Moderator: Anthony D’Alessandro, Editorial Director, Deadline
“Sundance x Audible Collab” Advisor Studio
Monday, January 27, 9:30am – 11:30am
The Audible Listening Lodge – Kimball Terrace 675 Main Street
Panel Discussion: Redefining Storytelling: Creating Compelling Narratives Through Audio | Presented by Audible
This panel will feature Josh Poole, Director, Creative Development at Audible, John Mankiewicz, Emmy-nominated Writer, Producer, creator of The Big Fix: A Jack Bergin Mystery, and Blaine Morris, filmmaker, as they discuss one of the fastest growing formats in today’s storytelling landscape, audio. Join industry experts and seasoned audio storytellers as they share insights on how to tap into the ever-expanding possibilities of this dynamic craft.
Moderator: Glynn Pogue, Associate Director, Creative Development at Audible
