WHEN: Tuesday, April 30th

WHERE: Tribeca Film Festival Hub | Spring Studios, 50 Varick St. | New York, NY

WHO: Robin Roberts, Angela Bassett, Brad Lichtenstein, Jane Rosenthal, Paula Weinstein.

WHAT: The fourth event in Salesforce's Make Change series hosted in partnership with Tribeca Film Festival and presented by AT&T celebrated storytelling as a platform for change. The event featured actor Angela Bassett in conversation with Good Morning America anchor Robin Roberts.

The two were later joined by filmmaker Brad Lichtenstein to discuss how virtual reality is helping to shape new perspectives on the world and create positive social change.

The event also featured a virtual reality screening of the short documentary film Ashe '68, which explores and celebrates the life of groundbreaking tennis champion and civil rights activist Arthur Ashe.

WHY: Salesforce believes that the business of business is to improve the state of the world. In its Make Change event series, Salesforce brings together executives and storytellers committed to making a positive social impact.

The evening raised funds for the USTA Foundation's National Junior Tennis & Learning program, founded by Arthur Ashe, Charlie Pasarell, and Sheridan Snyder and celebrating 50 years of serving under-resourced students across more than 300 chapters.

About the Tribeca Film Festival:

The Tribeca Film Festival, presented by AT&T, brings visionaries and diverse audiences together to celebrate storytelling in all its forms, including film, TV, VR, gaming, music, and online work. With strong roots in independent film, Tribeca is a platform for creative expression and immersive entertainment. The Festival champions emerging and established voices; discovers award-winning filmmakers and creators; curates innovative experiences; and introduces new technology and ideas through premieres, exhibitions, talks, and live performances.

The Festival was founded by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, and Craig Hatkoff in 2001 to spur the economic and cultural revitalization of lower Manhattan following the attacks on the World Trade Center. Now in its 18th year, the Festival has evolved into a destination for creativity that reimagines the cinematic experience and explores how art can unite communities. The 18th annual edition will take place April 24 - May 5, 2019.

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