There's a new industry on the scene in Dallas.

And scenes are what it's all about.

Fox's show, The Good Guys, has put Dallas in the spotlight recently, specifically areas in Lake Highlands, Lakewood and downtown.

It's a perfect example of a trend that has networks and movie houses more regularly making Dallas, and Texas in general, the new "it" spot in film and television.

There are currently three network series in production, each being filmed really close to home.

In addition to the The Good Guys, other big-budget productions in the works locally include Lone Star and Chase, a new NBC drama series from well-known producer Jerry Bruckheimer.

Look for Lone Star and Chase to debut in the fall television schedule lineup.

In an effort to better understand the potential economic development the film industry can, and is bringing to our city, State Representative Carol Kent is hosting a Texas Film Incentive Forum tomorrow at Richland College.

Rep. Kent, who represents northern parts of Lake Highlands, in addition to Richardson and Garland, wants to help get the word out about what the film and television industries can do to stimulate economic development throughout North Texas.

"The more we can attract production projects to our area and the state, the better it will be for ancillary support businesses such as catering companies, local retailers and even the real estate market," says Rep. Kent.

"Not only will individuals and small businesses reap positive economic rewards, we'll also keep and grow creative talent in our own backyard as we expand our tax base."

The forum will feature area and state agency leaders in the Texas moving-image industry who will discuss the economic and creative benefits associated with increased production in the metroplex and the state at large.

Look for facilitators to address how House Bill 873, which Rep. Kent co-authored, is contributing to increased production activities throughout the region.

Guest speakers at tomorrow's forum include Mitch Engle, series producer and Joe Dishner, unit production manager for The Good Guys.

Also on the agenda are Janis Burkland, director of the Dallas Film Commission, Bob Hudgins, director of the Texas Film Commission, and Don Stokes, president of the Texas Motion Picture Alliance.

Kevin Dartt will also make an appearance at the forum. Dartt is general counsel for Austin-based Troublemaker Studios. Troublemaker was co-founded by University of Texas at Austin alumni and acclaimed director, screenwriter and producer, Robert Rodriguez.

So for all you film buffs and television faithfuls, this might be an informative way to spend a hour or two Wednesday night.

Whether you're looking for a little inside scoop on the schedules, or other shows currently scouting Dallas as a potential production site, you'll most likely come away with a better understanding of the dollars and cents behind the business, too.

The Texas Film Incentive Forum is scheduled for Wednesday, July 28th at 7:00 p.m. at Richland College in Sabine Hall.

Richland is located at 12800 Abrams Rd.