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Michael Sporn

Tribute to Michael Sporn, SVA Theatre, 3/2/2015

ASIFA Events, Feature Articles, Industry EventsBy EmmettMarch 12, 2015

One year ago, the New York animation community lost a monumental figure. Animator and director Michael Sporn made short films and TV specials, ran a prominent animation studio for over…

In Memoriam: Tissa David (1921-2012)

Feature ArticlesBy ASIFA EastAugust 22, 20122 Comments

TISSA DAVID (1921-2012) Tissa David circa 1980 at the ASIFA-East Awards (Photo extracted from footage shot by Howard Beckerman) Animation said goodbye to an animation legend last night in Tissa…

In Memoriam: Vincent Cafarelli (1930-2011)

Feature ArticlesBy ASIFA EastJanuary 17, 2012

(Linda Beck) On December 1st, 2011, we lost animation veteran and ASIFA-East Founding Member, Vincent “Vinny” Cafarelli, who passed away peacefully in his sleep at age 81. Founding Member Vincent…

John Hubley: An Academy Salute

Feature ArticlesBy ASIFA EastOctober 11, 2011

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences events are always a classy affair. Last night’s Academy Salute to John Hubley was no exception. Introduced by stylish Academy Program Director…

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