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SUMMARY:Horseshoe
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Horseshoe” showing May 8-13 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. \nFour siblings. One will. With any luck\, they won’t kill each other. \nAll families are mad … not least the Canavans. “Horseshoe” is a dramatic comedy with a twist set in the wild West of Ireland.  \nWhen Colm\, the head of the family\, dies\, there are few who mourn his passing\, not even his four estranged adult children. But the legalities of his will must be observed and more than one Canavan sibling is harboring secrets.  \nAs the Canavans return to the family home\, the fate of the family unit\, their sanity and the Canavan estate all hang in the balance. \n“Horseshoe” blends razor-sharp dialogue with raw emotional depth\, with a cast that delivers powerful performances\, including Carolyn Bracken\, Lalor Roddy\, John Connors\, Mary Murray\, Jed Murray\, Neill Fleming\, Eric O’Brien and Caroline Harvey. \n“Horseshoe” will be shown at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre May 8-13. Showtimes will be Friday\, May 8 at 3:00 p.m.; Sunday and Wednesday\, May 10 and 13 at 4:00 p.m.; and Monday and Tuesday\, May 11 and 12 at 7:00 p.m. \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/horseshoe/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
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SUMMARY:Two Pianos
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Two Pianos” showing May 8-14 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. \nAfter years of self-imposed exile\, pianist Mathias (François Civil) returns to France\, where his former mentor\, Eléna (Charlotte Rampling)\, has invited him to perform a series of concerts with her in his hometown of Lyon. Once a rising star of the French musical scene and Eléna’s prized pupil\, Mathias has spent many years teaching and performing in Japan.  \nSoon after his arrival\, a chance encounter with a child who looks just like him throws Mathias into turmoil\, threatening to drag him down\, and leads him back to his first love\, Claude (Nadia Tereszkiewicz). \nFrench master Arnaud Desplechin returns to some of his favorite themes – psychologically charged homecomings and unexpected reunions (romantic and otherwise) – in this sensual\, Hitchcockian melodrama featuring one of Rampling’s most delicious roles in years. \n“A rhapsodic piece about love\, death\, music and memory.” — Jonathan Romney\, Screen International \n“An ideal example of what a prestige film should be. Charlotte Rampling delivers her best performance in years.” — C.J. Prince\, The Film Stage \n“Two Pianos” will be shown at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre May 8-14. Showtimes will be Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday and Thursday\, May 8\, 9\, 10 and 14 at 3:30 p.m.; and Monday\, Tuesday and Wednesday\, May 11\, 12 and 13 at 6:30 p.m. \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/two-pianos/
LOCATION:Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre\, 2030 W. S.R. 89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
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SUMMARY:Eagles of the Republic
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Eagles of the Republic” showing May 8-14 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. \n“Eagles of the Republic” was Sweden’s official entry to the Academy Awards for Best International Feature Film.  \nEgypt’s most adored actor\, George Fahmy (Fares Fares) is pressured to star in a film commissioned by the highest authorities. He reluctantly accepts the role and finds himself thrown into the inner circle of power. Like a moth drawn to the flame\, he begins an affair with the mysterious wife of the general overseeing the film. \n“A brilliantly executed satire … deftly and daringly blending fact and fiction.” — Deadline \n“Smart and timely … a clever lesson in how truth can be scarier than fiction.” — The Hollywood Reporter \n“Fascinating!” — Indiewire \n“Eagles of the Republic” will be shown at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre May 8-14. Showtimes will be Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday and Thursday\, May 8\, 9\, 10 and 14 at 6:30 p.m.; and Monday\, Tuesday and Wednesday\, May 11\, 12 and 13 at 3:30 p.m. \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/eagles-of-the-republic/
LOCATION:Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre\, 2030 W. S.R. 89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
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SUMMARY:Life is Life
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Life is Life” showing May 9-14 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. \nAt the turn of the new millennium\, on an unspoiled stretch of coast in southern Sardinia\, Efisio Mulas\, a solitary shepherd and custodian of times seemingly long past\, defends his land from Giacomo\, a developer determined to turn it into a luxury resort.  \nThe foreman at the site\, Mariano\, tries to convince Efisio to sell\, while his daughter Francesca is torn between her attachment to her roots and the urgent need for change that grips her community. When the dispute winds up in court\, a local judge from the area\, Giovanna\, finds herself deciding the case. \n“‘Life is Life’ is not only the story of a man who had the courage to say no. It is also the tale\, based on a real-life case\, of a community in our country forced to choose between respecting the land and giving people employment\,” said director Riccardo Milani. “It is in stories like this that I seek out the humanity that is hidden in each of us\, still.” \n“Life is Life” will be shown at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre May 9-14. Showtimes will be Saturday\, Monday\, Tuesday and Thursday\, May 9\, 11\, 12 and 14 at 4:00 p.m.; and Wednesday\, May 13 at 7:00 p.m. \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/life-is-life/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260514T203000
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SUMMARY:Pink Floyd in Surround Sound
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with award-winning surround sound composer and producer Koz Mraz for “Pink Floyd in Surround Sound” on Thursday\, May 14 at 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. \nExperience both “Dark Side of the Moon” and “Wish You Were Here” in a way you’ve never heard before that will blow you away! \nA no-visuals\, sonic experience\, reminiscent of lost art of listening to music in the dark. This Dark Room Experience is in Sedona’s best sound system: the Mary D. Fisher Theater. \nEveryone has experienced 5.1 surround in movie theaters\, but hearing Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon” and the follow up album “Wish You Were Here” mixed specifically for six speakers is simply astounding. Mixed by Alan Parsons himself (the original engineer on Dark Side of the Moon) listeners are immersed in this lavish ever-evolving sonic landscapes that only Pink Floyd commands. \nPresented by Award-Winning Surround Sound composer/producer Koz Mraz (Discus Award\, 5.1 Category 2001\, Communicator Surround Award 2002\, Aurora Surround Award & Surround Grammy nominee 2005). A College Professor at Citrus College\, Glendale\, and Pasadena College\, Mraz taught classes in music production\, audio engineering\, and broadcast technology for over 15 years. He offers educational presentations via the Fair Use Doctrine of the U.S. Copyright Statute. Under the fair use doctrine of the U.S. copyright statute\, it is permissible to use portions of a copywritten work for purposes such as commentary\, criticism\, and education. \nSeating is limited. Get your tickets today for this popular event. \n“Pink Floyd in Surround Sound” takes place Thursday\, May 14 at 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Tickets are $20. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/pink-floyd-in-surround-sound/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260423T182844Z
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SUMMARY:Texas Music Revolution
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Texas Music Revolution” showing May 15-21 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. \nGet ready for a toe-tapping\, edge of your seat\, behind the scenes look at the 25th anniversary of one of the most treasured\, Americana/Folk/Country music festivals — Texas Music Revolution — based in McKinney\, TX. \n“Texas Music Revolution” — featuring Kiefer Sutherland\, Charley Crockett & Ray Wylie Hubbard — follows the journey of indie radio station KHYI-FM GM and music festival founder Joshua Jones as he produces the silver anniversary of this iconic event. \n \nAs much a document of reintroducing live music in the wake of a pandemic\, it is a celebration of Texas and its roots — where\, at the crossroads of purist country and Americana has evolved the iconic ‘red dirt’ Waylon-and-Willie style considered one of three pillars of American country music. \nFor more than a quarter of a century\, KHYI-FM’s commitment to radio independence has given voice to this unique sector of the country western genre. TMR has subsequently emerged as an iconic live showcase and grown into one of the largest independent music festivals in the USA. In a volatile era where larger festivals have shuttered\, Joshua and KHYI must double down to produce their grandest event yet. \n“Texas Music Revolution” will be shown at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre May 15-21. Showtimes will be Friday\, Saturday and Tuesday\, May 15\, 16 and 19 at 6:30 p.m.; and Sunday\, Monday and Thursday\, May 17\, 18 and 21 at 3:30 p.m. \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/texas-music-revolution/
LOCATION:Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre\, 2030 W. S.R. 89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
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SUMMARY:Lorne
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Lorne” showing May 15-21 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon and Mary D. Fisher Theatres. \nFrom Morgan Neville — Academy Award-winning filmmaker of “20 Feet from Stardom” and “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” — comes “Lorne”\, an unprecedented\, behind-the-scenes glimpse at the man who built the inimitable empire of comedy\, shaping television and culture for generations: Lorne Michaels.  \nThe documentary features exclusive footage\, archival treasures\, and candid interviews with Saturday Night Live’s most iconic cast members and writers including Tina Fey\, Maya Rudolph\, John Mulaney\, Andy Samberg\, Conan O’Brien\, Chris Rock and many more. \n“Lorne” will be shown at the Alice Gill-Sheldon and Mary D. Fisher Theatres May 15-21. Showtimes will be Friday\, Saturday and Wednesday\, May 15\, 16 and 20 at 3:30 p.m.; Sunday\, Monday and Thursday\, May 17\, 18 and 21 at 6:30 p.m.; and Tuesday\, May 19 at 4:00 p.m. \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/lorne/
LOCATION:Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre\, 2030 W. S.R. 89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
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SUMMARY:The Christophers
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “The Christophers” showing May 15-21 at the Mary D. Fisher and Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatres. \nJulian Sklar (Ian McKellen) was once a star of London’s 1960’s and 70’s pop art explosion\, but he hasn’t painted in decades and has been broke for years.  \nHis two estranged children (James Corden\, Jessica Gunning)\, desperate for an inheritance\, hire Lori\, an art restorer and former forger (Michaela Coel)\, to pose as a prospective assistant in order to access 8 unfinished canvases Julian has buried deep in storage.  \nHer plan is to complete them\, then return them to storage\, where they are to be “discovered” upon Julian’s death. \n“A sparkling\, funny\, wise movie. I have rarely enjoyed watching two actors’ rapport the way I loved watching McKellen and Coel.” — Alissa Wilkinson\, New York Times \n“One of the best films of the year. Extraordinary. The kind of movie only a master filmmaker could have made.” — Stephanie Zacharek\, Time \n“Two of the best performances you’ll see all year.” — David Fear\, Rolling Stone \n“The Christophers” will be shown at the Mary D. Fisher and Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatres May 15-21. Showtimes will be Friday\, Saturday\, Monday and Thursday\, May 15\, 16\, 18 and 21 at 3:00 p.m.; Sunday and Tuesday\, May 17 and 19 at 7:00 p.m.; and Wednesday\, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/the-christophers/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260515T203000
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SUMMARY:Richard Smith Concert
DESCRIPTION:From Bach to the Beatles and barn-burners to ballads\, audiences delight when world-renowned fingerstyle guitarist Richard Smith returns with his solo concert to Sedona by popular demand. \nThere will be one show on Friday\, May 15 at 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. \nRichard Smith is a British fingerstyle guitarist\, renowned for his variety of styles and techniques\, entertaining performances and engaging charisma. \nInspired by iconic guitarists like Chet Atkins\, Merle Travis\, Jerry Reed\, Django Reinhardt and Joe Pass\, Smith’s unique style blends country\, jazz\, classical and ragtime influences. In his very early years\, he received mentorship from guitar greats\, laying the foundation for his future success. \n  \nSmith’s repertoire includes old standards from the Great American Songbook; ⁠Scott Joplin rags\, expertly arranged for solo guitar; classical guitar repertoire (Bach\, Tarrega\, Barrios); original compositions; jazz and swing classics (Django Reinhardt and Joe Pass-inspired); traditional fiddle tunes; pop and Beatles tunes; and much more! \nSmith has performed or recorded with legends Tommy Emmanuel\, Chet Atkins and Les Paul and has had collaborations with Tommy Emmanuel\, Joscho Stephan\, Brent Mason and Martin Taylor. He has performed at prestigious festivals like Merlefest and Chet Atkins Appreciation Society Convention. He has been a resident of Nashville for more than 25 years\, immersed in Music City’s vibrant scene. \n \nWith his fingerpicking style\, percussive techniques and emotive expression\, Richard continues to tour constantly in the US\, and some in Europe\, and Asia. \nFor more information about Richard Smith\, visit the artist’s website: www.richardsmithmusic.com. Viewing the video on his website will give one a very vivid picture of Richard’s playing style and incredible talent. \nRichard Smith performs live on Friday\, May 15 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. All tickets include a meet-and-greet with Richard in the lobby after the show. \nClick on the BUY TICKETS link to the right to order tickets online\, or call 928-282-1177 to order by phone. Both the Sedona International Film Festival Office and the Mary D. Fisher Theatre are located at 2030 W. SR 89A in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/richard-smith-concert/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260516T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260516T203000
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SUMMARY:Super Improv! The Motherload of Laughter
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of big laughs\, quick wit\, and joyful connection as Super Improv! plays again at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Saturday\, May 16 at 7:00 PM with their newest show\, “The Motherload of Laughter” — and yes\, it’s exactly as fun as it sounds. \nAs Karen’s mom proudly puts it\, “It’s the BEST improv troupe in the world!” \nWhat sets Super Improv! apart is its signature interactive format. Audience members don’t just watch the show—they help create it. From suggesting scene ideas to participating right from their seats\, the audience becomes part of the action\, creating spontaneous\, laugh-out-loud moments and a shared\, feel-good experience (very much like a hug from Grandma). \nThis fast-paced comedy experience celebrates one of the most universally relatable topics — moms. Expect hilarious unscripted scenes\, wildly relatable moments\, unexpected twists and just enough chaos to feel like a family gathering… but with better timing. (The troupe’s mothers’ names have been changed to protect the innocent.) \nSuper Improv! has quickly built a devoted following in Sedona through persistent nagging from the troupe’s mothers. Their debut performance filled every seat and ended with a standing ovation—though Daniel’s mom insists it’s because “people know better than to leave early.” \nNaturally\, the moms strongly encourage you buy tickets in advance… or they will be disappointed. \nThis performance features an ensemble cast of Karen Golden\, Daniel Flynn\, Ryan Rice\, Cheryl Good\, Angie Arndt\, and Nathaniel Montgomery\, bringing quick wit\, strong chemistry\, and creating a completely one-of-a-kind show. \n“We love our audience\, and they love being part of the show\,” says the troupe. “Every performance is completely unique because it’s co-created by the people in the room.” \nAbout Super Improv!\nSuper Improv! delivers high-energy\, audience-driven comedy that brings people together through laughter. Blending the spontaneity of improvisation with the excitement of live performance\, each show is a unique experience designed to lift spirits and create lasting memories. \nFollowing the May 16 performance\, Super Improv! returns on June 20 for more playful surprises at their next monthly showcase. Ryan’s mom adds\, “Save the date\, NOW!” \nSuper Improv! takes the stage on Saturday\, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at the door. \nClick on the BUY TICKETS link to the right to order tickets online\, or call 928-282-1177 to order by phone. Both the Sedona International Film Festival Office and the Mary D. Fisher Theatre are located at 2030 W. SR 89A in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/super-improv-the-motherload-of-laughter/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260517T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260517T180000
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
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SUMMARY:Frontier Fiddles: Soundscapes of the Wild Southwest
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival presents “Frontier Fiddles: Soundscapes of the Wild Southwest” concert live on Sunday\, May 17 at 4 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. \nEnjoy an evening where history\, storytelling\, and high-energy music meet on stage\, in a special concert that brings together acclaimed violinist Arvel Bird and the Wild West Fiddle Project for an immersive performance filled with rhythm\, images\, and shared discovery. \nThe concert blends masterful fiddle and guitar with projected images that reimagine history and immerse us in landscapes from across Arizona. The music moves through Celtic\, Hispanic\, frontier\, and Indigenous sound worlds that shaped the region’s cultural life\, while stories and visuals reveal the people and places behind the tunes. The result is lively\, welcoming\, and designed for listeners of all ages\, with moments of audience participation and musical dialogue. \n  \nClassically trained as a violinist\, Arvel Bird’s compositions and performances are a confluence of styles from Celtic\, bluegrass and his original Native American folk and Celtic rock orchestrations. As he worked to develop his own music style and build a large following\, Arvel went wherever the music called him\, which led him away from classical and towards Bluegrass\, Appalachian\, Folk and Celtic. From 1986 to 2000 Arvel toured with Glen Campbell\, Loretta Lynn\, Tom T. Hall\, Ray Price\, Louise Mandrell\, and Clay Walker. \n \nThe Wild West Fiddle Project researches\, recreates\, and revives historic musical traditions of Arizona and the Colorado Plateau\, bringing them to life through concerts\, workshops\, and community dances. By combining archival research with performance\, the project reconnects audiences with the vibrant musical crossroads that once flourished across the Southwest. \nDr. Kate Rose is a fiddler\, scholar\, and the founder of Wild Steps. Trained in traditional music in County Clare\, Ireland\, she now researches historic Southwest traditions and performs them in dynamic programs that bring history to life through music and storytelling. \nArmand Ramirez is a versatile guitarist whose deep experience in Latin\, folk\, and roots traditions gives the music a powerful rhythmic drive and stylistic range. His playing bridges cultures and eras\, bringing warmth and groove to the Wild West Fiddle Project’s sound. \nThe program will also feature multimedia projections (historic photographs\, landscapes\, and archival materials) woven with the music to create a vivid journey through Arizona’s musical past and present. The evening offers exceptional\, immersive music and an improvisational synergy that journeys into creative process behind the music. Together\, the artists invite the audience into a shared celebration of sound\, history\, and place. \n“Frontier Fiddles: Soundscapes of the Wild Southwest” will take the stage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Sunday\, May 17 at 4 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. All tickets include a meet-and-greet with the performers in the lobby after the show. \nFor tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/frontier-fiddles-soundscapes-of-the-wild-southwest/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
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SUMMARY:In the Living Room Music Series:  Abigail Fischer Earthshine
DESCRIPTION:The “In the Living Room Music Series” continues its eclectic season at the Sedona International Film Festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre with an evening of profound vocal power and spiritual resonance. Monday\, May 18 at 7:00 p.m.\, series creator\, award-winning songwriter\, Shondra Jepperson hosts Abigail Fischer Earthshine\, acclaimed opera singer who has graced the world’s most iconic stages and who is also a catalyst for transformational healing. \nAbigail’s musical pedigree is extraordinary. Trained as a classical singer and cellist in a family of performers\, her career includes appearances with the Los Angeles Opera\, Cincinnati Opera\, and the Beijing Music Festival\, with performances at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall. She has been a muse for modern composers\, premiering works like Missy Mazzoli’s Song from the Uproar and starring in the 2017 Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Angel’s Bone. \nNow based in Sedona\, Abigail has bridged her classical mastery with her work as a traumainformed breathwork facilitator and shamanic sound healer. This “unplugged” session will offer a rare look at how her experience in the highest echelons of innovative art has shaped her current mission of guiding others toward “True Voice Emergence.” \n“Abigail is a force of nature\,” says moderator Shondra Jepperson. “She’s a classical vocal powerhouse and musician in Sedona whose mission is to help others as a sound healer. This evening will be about more than just a beautiful voice and a musician; it will be about the power of self-expression and the courage to evolve as an artist.” \nExecutive Director Patrick Schweiss added: “The continuation of this series is partly because the audience is having a relaxed living room experience with dynamic talent that Shondra is bringing to our stage\, like Abigail. Our audiences are having so much fun with the informal tone of this series\, where they interact by asking questions during the concert.” \nThe “In the Living Room Music Series” is made possible through the generous support of presenting sponsor Cleaner Quicker Car Wash\, alongside concert sponsors Sefton Engineering\, LaserGirl Skincare\, and new national sponsor MoonBrew. This collaborative support ensures that 100% of the ticket sales go directly to the performing artists and the Sedona International Film Festival. \nIn the Living Room Music Series featuring Sandrine Abigail Fischer Earthshine will take the stage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Monday\, May 18 at 7:00 p.m. \nTickets are $20 and are available in advance at the Sedona International Film Festival office or by calling 928-282-1177 or online at the BUY TICKETS link to the right. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/in-the-living-room-music-series-abigail-earthshine-fisher/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260518T210000
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260505T154804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T154804Z
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SUMMARY:Cottonwood Premiere:  Elton 60: Live at Madison Square Garden
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “Monday Movies on Main” on Monday\, May 18 with the Cottonwood premiere of “Elton 60: Live at Madison Square Garden” at 7 p.m. at Old Town Center for the Arts. \nElton John’s record-breaking 60th sell-out performance at Madison Square Garden on his 60th birthday was recorded live on March 25\, 2007. This awe-inspiring moment was captured in breath-taking high definition complete with 5.1 surround sound and stereo mixes. \nThe concert features many of his greatest hits\, including Levon\, Empty Garden\, Daniel\, Honky Cat\, Rocket Man\, I Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues\, Bennie and the Jets\, Tiny Dancer\, Philadelphia Freedom\, Don’t Let the Sun Go Down On Me\, I’m Still Standing\, Crocodile Rock\, Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting and many\, many more! \nFor Elton John fans\, this concert film experience is a must-see show! \n“Elton 60: Live at Madison Square Garden” will show at Old Town Center for the Arts on Monday\, May 18 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 general admission and $9 for Film Festival members and $10 for students. Movie concessions will be available\, including beer\, wine\, soft drinks\, water\, popcorn and a selection of movie candy. \nFor tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Tickets can also be ordered in advance online at the BUY TICKETS link to the right. \nOld Town Center for the Arts is located at 633 N. 5th Street (just off Main) in Cottonwood.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/cottonwood-premiere-elton-60-live-at-madison-square-garden/
LOCATION:Old Town Center for the Arts\, 633 N. 5th Street\, Cottonwood\, 86326
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260424T172512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T172532Z
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SUMMARY:Frida Kahlo: Exhibition on Screen
DESCRIPTION:Sedona International Film Festival presents the Exhibition on Screen series with the encore of “Frida Kahlo”. The event will show in Sedona on Tuesday and Sunday\, May 19 and 24 at 3:30 p.m. at the festival’s Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. \nFrida Kahlo is a phenomenon. She is arguably the world’s favorite female artist – beloved by young and old. Exhibition on Screen’s award-winning film — first released during covid to a restricted audience — is back by popular demand with an exciting new addition from the blockbuster transatlantic exhibition from Tate Britain and MFA Houston ‘Frida Kahlo: the Making of an Icon’. Back in the cinemas in May 2026\, one month before the Tate exhibition opens\, allowing audiences to watch both the film and see the show. \nWho was Frida Kahlo? Everyone knows her face but who was the woman behind the bright colors\, the big brows and the floral crowns? Take a journey through the life of a true icon\, discover her art\, and uncover the true story of her rebellious\, passionate and turbulent life. \nMaking use of the latest technology to deliver previously unimaginable quality\, we take an in-depth look at key works throughout her career. Using letters Kahlo wrote to guide us\, this definitive film reveals her deepest emotions and unlocks the secrets and symbolism contained within her art. \nExhibition on Screen’s trademark combination of interviews with those who knew her and world experts\, commentary and a detailed exploration of her art\, combined with new special bonus footage from the 2026 Tate exhibition\, delivers a treasure trove of colour and emotion. This personal and intimate film offers privileged access to her works\, her home\, her studio and highlights the source of her feverish creativity\, her resilience and her unmatched lust for life\, beauty and revolution. \n“Frida Kahlo” was created in close collaboration with world experts and those who knew her. \nThe Exhibition on Screen Series is generously sponsored by Goldenstein Gallery. \n“Frida Kahlo” will be shown at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre on Tuesday and Sunday\, May 19 and 24 at 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 general admission or $13 for Film Festival members. Tickets are available in advance at the Sedona International Film Festival office or by calling 928-282-1177 or online at the BUY TICKETS link to the right. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/frida-kahlo-exhibition-on-screen/
LOCATION:Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre\, 2030 W. S.R. 89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260520T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260520T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260424T192217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T195229Z
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SUMMARY:Notorious
DESCRIPTION:Northern Arizona University and the Sedona International Film Festival are partnering to present The Classics\, a monthly classic film series. \nNAU/SIFF Classics will be curated and hosted by School of Communication Professor Emeritus Paul Helford. \nThe series will continue on Wednesday\, May 20 with “Notorious” — from 1946 — directed by Alfred Hitchcock. The film was nominated for two Academy Awards — Best Supporting Actor (Claude Rains) and Best Original Screenplay (Ben Hecht). \nThe Master of Suspense\, Alfred Hitchcock\, is at his finest — blending espionage thrills with passionate romance in this postwar classic starring screen legends Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman. Grant plays a U.S. agent who recruits Bergman to infiltrate a Nazi cell by seducing its leader\, portrayed by the marvelous Claude Rains — Oscar-nominated for creating one of the most sympathetic villains in film history. \nPaul Helford will introduce the film\, provide historical and artistic context\, and lead a discussion following the movie. \nA lifelong film lover Helford has taught and written about films for over 50 years. As a television station manager and award-winning producer\, he produced and hosted a weekly classic TV film show. He’s taught high school and college film classes. At NAU he started the film program major in 2006 and has co-directed and co-hosted the NAU College of Arts and Letters film series since 2004. \n“Notorious” will be shown at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Wednesday\, May 20 at 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/notorious/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260423T204148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T204148Z
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SUMMARY:Thinking Like Water
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the one-night-only Northern Arizona premiere of “Thinking Like Water” on Wednesday\, May 20 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. \n“Thinking Like Water” is a 5-part documentary series that features watershed restoration pioneer Bill Zeedyk and showcases low-tech\, low-cost methods to restore watersheds.  Episode 1 of the series will be featured at this special premiere and will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker and special guests.    \nAll are welcome!  It also serves as the kick-off for the second annual Sedona Water Festival happening May 20-22 at the Sedonya Conscious Living Centre.  \n“Thinking Like Water” offers the pioneering work of 91-year-old “water wizard” Bill Zeedyk\, and his proteges and allies\, who have continually devised ways of transforming degraded wetlands and drylands into more resilient ecosystems that help gird against drought and climate change.  \nZeedyk soothes the watershed\, coaxes straightened streams back on their natural meandering course\, lifts the creek\, raises the water table and recreates lost habitats. All while using simple nature-based restoration techniques he designed or innovated upon. These constellations of “Zeedyk structures” have slowly gained favor over the last 25 years and now his methods have even been institutionalized.  \nInspirational and practical\, the film gifts to the viewer practices that can be taken right out of the viewing realm and into their own landscapes. Zeedyk’s rise\, after retirement\, to a legendary visionary in ecological restoration will provide inspiration to anyone who longs to make a difference in the world\, at any age\, and in any field. \n“Thinking Like Water” will be shown at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Wednesday\, May 20 at 7:00 p.m.\, followed by a live Q&A discussion with the filmmaker and special guests. \nTickets are $15\, or $13 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/thinking-like-water/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260521T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260404T050518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T050518Z
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SUMMARY:manos Percussion Quarter Millennium Concert
DESCRIPTION:manos Percussion takes the stage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Thursday\, May 21 at 7:00 p.m.\, bringing their special journey of rhythm and sound to Sedona audiences. \nIn celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday year\, manos Percussion Group presents a Quarter Millennium Concert\, honoring the nation’s rich cultural tapestry through rhythm\, history\, and global musical traditions. This special program highlights the diverse influences that have shaped American music over the past 250 years—from European classical roots to Afro Caribbean rhythms\, jazz innovations\, and contemporary expressions. With 53 instruments\, the trio weaves a musical journey that reflects the creative and exuberant spirit that defines the American story. \nmanos Percussion brings together three classically-trained percussionists — Maria Flurry\, Bensen Kwan\, and Joshua Ferrell — for a journey through the world of rhythm and sound. They use instruments like steel pan\, drum set\, marimba\, water\, flower pots\, and more to blend classical precision and creative exploration. \nExpect the unexpected as the trio transforms each moment into a vibrant celebration of percussion and the human spirit. Their January 2025 tour had people dancing in the aisles! Come savor the joy of the American Experience. \n \nMARIA FLURRY\nMaria Flurry has performed with the Detroit\, Baltimore\, Spokane\, Phoenix\, Toledo\, and Annapolis Orchestras as well as with orchestras across southeast Michigan. Ms. Flurry has also been guest timpanist with Michigan Opera Theater\, Mannheim Steamroller\, Phoenix Symphony and she served as principal timpanist with the Flint Symphony Orchestra for over a decade. She currently is principal timpanist with Arizona Philharmonic and the Flagstaff Symphony. Flurry is a co-founder of Chaparral Arts\, a nonprofit serving the performing arts in Arizona. Her place-based\, classroom-composition outreach residency won a Flagstaff Arts Viola Award for Most Distinguished Collaboration in 2024. \n \nBENSEN KWAN\nBensen Kwan is a Houston-based percussionist who holds a bachelor’s degree in music education from the University of Houston. He studied under Dr. Blake Wilkins\, Dr. Craig Hauschildt\, and Professor Alec Warren. He has been named a winner of the University of Delaware concerto competition\, alternate winner of the Frances Walton Competition\, winner of the Philadelphia International Music Festival Concerto Competition\, and gold medalist in the Mika Hasler competition; in addition\, he has studied in Leipzig\, Germany at the Hochschule fur Musik und Theater Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy Leipzig under Stefan Rapp. Finally\, he has been a featured soloist with the West Point Band and the United States Army Field Band. \n \nJOSHUA FERRELL\nJoshua Ferrell is a Master’s Teaching Fellow\, and director at the University of North Texas in Denton\, TX. There he serves as the director of the Five O’clock Lab Band and as a member of the Grammy-nominated Two O’clock Lab Band. He recently received his Bachelor’s degree from Sam Houston State University (SHSU) in Huntsville\, TX. Joshua has recorded with both the Sam Houston State University Wind Ensemble\, and Jazz Ensemble. At UNT\, he has toured the United States with premiere ensembles like the One O’clock Lab Band\, as well as the Downbeat award-winning Jazz Singers. \nmanos Percussion will take the stage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Thursday\, May 21 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/manos-percussion-quarter-millennium-concert/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260521T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260521T213000
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260505T170535Z
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Film: Back to the Future
DESCRIPTION:It’s “Big Screen at Basecamp” as the Sedona International Film Festival partners with Sedona Beer Company for its “Movies on the Move” cinema under the stars outdoor film experience at Basecamp in West Sedona — every Thursday in the summer season! \nJoin us on Thursday\, May 21 as we present “Back to the Future” at Basecamp/Sedona Beer Company at dusk. \n“Back to the Future” was nominated for four Academy Awards\, winning one Oscar for Best Sound Effects Editing. \nIn this 1980s sci-fi classic\, small-town California teen Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) is thrown back into the ’50s when an experiment by his eccentric scientist friend Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd) goes awry. Traveling through time in a modified DeLorean car\, Marty encounters young versions of his parents\, and must make sure that they fall in love\, or he’ll cease to exist. Even more dauntingly\, Marty has to return to his own time and save the life of Doc Brown. \nBasecamp will offer a selection of craft beers\, food and beverages (and a special menu item themed to each film)\, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the Sedona International Film Festival. \n \n“Back to the Future” will be shown outdoors at Basecamp Sedona Beer Company (70 Dry Creek Road) on Thursday\, May 21 at dusk. Seating will begin at 7 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs. Parking is free and available at Basecamp and the Sedona Public Library. \nTickets are only $10 each\, and kids 12 and under are free of charge. \nFor advance tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Visit the film festival office at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona to get tickets in person.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/outdoor-film-back-to-the-future/
LOCATION:Basecamp Sedona Beer Company\, 70 Dry Creek Road\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260202T050446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T162737Z
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SUMMARY:Penelope
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to conclude the 2026 season of its Sedona Professional Theatre Company with “Penelope” live on stage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, running May 22-24. \n“Penelope” — with music and lyrics by Alex Bechtel — stars Alex Keiper and Alex Bechtel and is directed by Alex Bechtel\, who is also the musical director. \nPenelope has been waiting… and waiting… and waiting for her husband\, Odysseus\, to return from a decade-long war. Given the rest of the soldiers came home years ago – forgive her\, but she’s going to need a drink while she tells you about it. With a beautiful folk-inflected pop score backed by an onstage band of strings\, piano and drums\, Penelope opens up about her loneliness\, her son’s disappearance\, her suitors\, her gods\, her faith in her marriage – and ultimately\, the faith that she must have in herself. So go ahead and grab a drink\, too\, and listen to this ancient tale made new: A woman wondering who she is if she’s alone\, and discovering that she has been\, is and will always be complete – with or without her husband by her side. \nBlending sharp humor with a folk-pop score\, this modern musical retelling of The Odyssey gives Penelope a voice as she awaits her husband’s return\, moving through her loneliness to discover her own strength. \n \nALEX KEIPER\nBarrymore-Award winning actress Alex Keiper is thrilled to be in Sedona and in awe of this community. Previous credits include: The Utah Shakespeare Festival\, Milwaukee Repertory Theater\, The Arden Theater Company\, Constellations Stage & Screen\, Gretna Theater\, Gulfshore Playhouse\, InterAct Theatre Company\, Theatre Exile & more. She is an Independence Foundation Fellow & an alum of The University of the Arts & The Atlantic Theater Company. Next up for Alex is Romeo & Juliet at Milwaukee Rep. \n \nALEX BECHTEL\nAlex Bechtel is a member of Actor’s Equity Association and has been a professional actor since he graduated from The University of the Arts in 2008. He is a graduate of the inaugural class of The Pig Iron School for Advanced Performance Training. Acting credits include work with The Walnut Street Theatre\, Arden Theatre Company\, Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival\, People’s Light & Theatre Company\, 1812 Productions\, Theatre Horizon\, New Paradise Laboratories\, and narration work with The Philadelphia Orchestra. In 2018\, Bechtel was awarded a Barrymore Award for Outstanding Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical for his work in the Arden Theatre Co’s The Light Princess\, for which he also composed original music. \n“Penelope” is generously sponsored by Jodi Corwin and Irv Duchowny. Season sponsors are Renee and Doug Leuthold and Chuck Marr. \n“Penelope” will take the stage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Friday\, May 22 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday\, May 23 and 24 at 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 at the door. \nFor tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/penelope/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260424T201811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T201811Z
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SUMMARY:Midwinter Break
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Midwinter Break” showing May 22-28 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. \n“Midwinter Break” is a stirring meditation on faith\, commitment\, and the enduring power of love\, as a longtime couple takes a life-changing trip to Amsterdam. \nRetired long-time couple Stella and Gerry (Academy Award nominees Lesley Manville and Ciarán Hinds) travel from their home in Glasgow to Amsterdam for an impromptu holiday.  \nTraversing the beautiful European city\, they find themselves freed from the staid routines that have come to define their lives. But as the hours pass\, Stella and Gerry realize that after decades together\, their relationship has reached a crossroads. After so much time and so many memories\, long-held promises and deeply concealed wounds threaten to come to light and force them to confront their future. \nBased on the acclaimed novel by Bernard MacLaverty\, director Polly Findlay crafts a powerful debut that poses important questions about the nature of faith and commitment\, and the enduring power of love. \n“Midwinter Break” will be shown at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre May 22-29. Showtimes will be Friday\, Saturday\, Wednesday and Thursday\, May 22\, 23\, 27 and 28 at 3:30 p.m.; and Sunday\, Monday and Tuesday\, May 24\, 25 and 26 at 6:30 p.m. \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/midwinter-break/
LOCATION:Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre\, 2030 W. S.R. 89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260424T205526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T205526Z
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SUMMARY:Holding Liat
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Holding Liat” showing May 22-28 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. \n“Holding Liat” has premiered to rave reviews at film festivals around the world and was shortlisted for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 2026. \nOn the morning of October 7\, 2023\, Israeli-American Liat Atzili and her husband Aviv were at home when Hamas attacked their kibbutz. By nightfall\, Liat and Aviv are captives in Gaza along with 250 other people — 12 of whom\, like Liat\, are American citizens. \nCaught between international diplomacy and a rapidly escalating war\, their family must face their own uncertainty and conflicting political perspectives in the pursuit of Liat and Aviv’s release. This agonizing process\, and the ultimate fate of their loved ones\, challenges how the members of the family understand themselves and their place in the conflict.  \nThrough the intimate lens of a family’s experience\, “Holding Liat” poses complex questions of identity across generations\, as the family is thrust into the epicenter of a global conflict rapidly unfolding in real-time. \n“One of the best movies of the year.” — Ann Hornaday\, Washington Post \n“Politically potent and emotionally gripping … a heartbreaking true story.” — Jordan Mintzer\, The Hollywood Reporter \n“Holding Liat” will be shown at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre May 22-29. Showtimes will be Friday\, Saturday\, Wednesday and Thursday\, May 22\, 23\, 27 and 28 at 6:30 p.m.; and Monday and Tuesday\, May 25 and 26 at 3:30 p.m. \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/holding-liat/
LOCATION:Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre\, 2030 W. S.R. 89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260428T174730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T174730Z
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SUMMARY:Sentimental Value
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “Sentimental Value” showing May 25-28 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. \n“Sentimental Value” won the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film and was nominated for eight other Oscars\, including Best Picture\, Best Director (Joachim Trier)\, Best Original Screenplay and Best Film Editing. All four principle actors were nominated for Academy Awards for their performances: Best Actress (Renate Reinsve)\, Best Supporting Actor (Stellan Skarsgård) and Best Supporting Actress (for both Elle Fanning and Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas). \nSisters Nora and Agnes reunite with their estranged father\, the charismatic Gustav\, a once-renowned director who offers stage actress Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film. When Nora turns it down\, she soon discovers he has given her part to an eager young Hollywood star.  \nSuddenly\, the two sisters must navigate their complicated relationship with their father — and deal with an American star dropped right into the middle of their complex family dynamics. \n“Sentimental Value” will be shown at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre May 25-28. Showtimes will be Monday\, Tuesday and Wednesday\, May 25\, 26 and 27 at 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.; and Thursday\, May 28 at 7:00 p.m. \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/sentimental-value/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260527T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260527T210000
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260414T234419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T234540Z
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SUMMARY:Flagstaff Premiere: Mr. Burton
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with Theatrikos Theatre Company to bring movies to Downtown Flagstaff! \nThis series continues on Wednesday\, May 27 with the Flagstaff premiere of “Mr. Burton” at 7:00 p.m. at Theatrikos Theatre Company. \n“Mr. Burton” was the winner of the Directors’ Choice Award for Best Feature Film Drama at the recent Sedona International Film Festival. \n“Mr. Burton” tells the true story of the relationship between Port Talbot schoolmaster Philip Burton and a wild young schoolboy called Richard Jenkins\, the son of a wayward drunk. \nRichard dreamed of becoming an actor\, but his ambitions were in danger of being derailed by a combination of family trouble\, the pressure of war\, and his own lack of discipline. \nMr. Burton recognized the raw talent in his pupil\, becoming his tutor\, strict taskmaster and eventually his adoptive father. And Richard Jenkins is transformed into Richard Burton — Wales’s greatest star. \n“Mr. Burton” will show at Theatrikos Theatre Company on Wednesday\, May 27 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $12 general admission and $9 for Film Festival members. \nFor tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Tickets can also be ordered in advance online at the BUY TICKETS link to the right. \n  \n \nTheatrikos Theatre Company is located at 11 W. Cherry Ave. in Downtown Flagstaff. \n  \n \nThis partnership and collaboration is made possible by a generous grant from Arizona Community Foundation of Flagstaff.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/24024/
LOCATION:Theatrikos Theatre Company\, 11 W. Cherry Ave.\, Flagstaff\, AZ\, 86001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260528T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260528T213000
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260507T162239Z
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Film: Big Night
DESCRIPTION:It’s “Big Screen at Basecamp” as the Sedona International Film Festival partners with Sedona Beer Company for its “Movies on the Move” cinema under the stars outdoor film experience at Basecamp in West Sedona — every Thursday in the summer season! \nJoin us on Thursday\, May 28 as we present “Big Night” at Basecamp/Sedona Beer Company at dusk. \n“Big Night” features an all-star ensemble cast including Ian Holm\, Isabella Rossellini\, Minnie Driver\, Stanley Tucci and Tony Shalhoub. \nChef Primo (Tony Shalhoub) and businessman Secondo (Stanley Tucci) are immigrant brothers from Italy who open their dream restaurant\, Paradise\, in New Jersey. Primo is the irascible and gifted chef\, brilliant in his culinary genius\, but determined not to squander his talent on making the routine dishes that customers expect. \nPrimo’s authentic food is too unfamiliar for the local tastes\, and the restaurant is struggling. When famous Italian-American bandleader Louis Prima is scheduled to appear at Paradise\, the two brothers put all of their efforts into the important meal\, which will likely decide the fate of their restaurant. \n \nBasecamp will offer a selection of craft beers\, food and beverages (and a special menu item themed to each film)\, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the Sedona International Film Festival. \n“Big Night” will be shown outdoors at Basecamp Sedona Beer Company (70 Dry Creek Road) on Thursday\, May 28 at dusk. Seating will begin at 7 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs. Parking is free and available at Basecamp and the Sedona Public Library. \nTickets are only $10 each\, and kids 12 and under are free of charge. \nFor advance tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Visit the film festival office at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona to get tickets in person.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/outdoor-film-big-night/
LOCATION:Basecamp Sedona Beer Company\, 70 Dry Creek Road\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260508T230127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T230127Z
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SUMMARY:I Swear
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “I Swear” showing May 29-June 3 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. \n“I Swear” is the inspiring\, extraordinary life story of notable Tourette Syndrome activist\, John Davidson\, MBE.  \nKirk Jones’ emotionally engaging\, funny and compelling film charts John Davidson’s Tourette’s diagnosis at the age of 14 years old. Set within 1980s Britain\, the story follows him throughout his troubled teens and early adulthood\, and explores this little known and entirely misunderstood condition\, along with his attempts to live a ‘normal’ life against the odds. \n“I Swear” is the winner of three BAFTA Film Awards\, including Best Actor for Robert Aramayo. Critics are raving about the film\, calling it a surefire crowd-pleaser. \n“Uplifting and laugh-out-loud funny. Terrific performances.” — Time Out \n“Does heartwarming justice to a remarkable life. Robert Aramayo is exceptional.” — Screen Daily \n“An astonishing feel-good film.” — The Times \n“Hilarious and heartwarming.” — The Telegraph \n“I Swear” will be shown at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre May 29-June 3. Showtimes will be Friday\, Tuesday and Wednesday\, May 29\, June 2 and 3 at 3:30 p.m.; Saturday and Monday\, May 30 and June 1 at 6:30 p.m.; and Sunday\, May 31 at 12:30 p.m. \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/i-swear/
LOCATION:Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre\, 2030 W. S.R. 89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260430T222902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T163826Z
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SUMMARY:A Great Awakening
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “A Great Awakening” showing May 29-June 4 at the Mary D. Fisher and Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatres. \n“A Great Awakening” tells the true story of an unlikely friendship between the Reverend George Whitefield and Benjamin Franklin that resulted in one of the most defining moments in American history. \nWith the colonies on the brink of collapse\, the Reverend George Whitefield ignites the first Great Awakening\, uniting an entire generation with his thundering and faithful sermons and proclamations of liberty. In a miraculous turn of events\, one of Whitefield’s closest friends and greatest promoters becomes none other than Benjamin Franklin. \nWith the nation’s freedom hanging in the balance\, the founders discover true liberty cannot only be written into law — it must be awakened in the hearts of the people. \nThrough epic historical settings\, powerful performances\, and a story rooted in both faith and friendship\, “A Great Awakening” invites audiences to rediscover a pivotal chapter in American history. As the film reveals\, before the Revolution came a Revelation\, a spiritual awakening that stirred a generation and helped shape the birth of a nation. \n“A Great Awakening” will be shown at the Mary D. Fisher and Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatres May 29-June 4. Showtimes will be Friday\, May 29 at 3:00 p.m.; Saturday\, May 30 at 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.; Sunday\, May 31 at 1:00 and 6:30 p.m.; Monday and Tuesday\, June 1 and 2 at 4:00 p.m.; Wednesday\, June 3 at 6:30 p.m.; and Thursday\, June 4 at 3:30 p.m. \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/a-great-awakening/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260507T172922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T172922Z
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SUMMARY:The Last Viking
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “The Last Viking” showing May 29-June 4 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. \nThe Danish comedy/drama “The Last Viking” — written and directed by award-winning filmmaker Anders Thomas Jensen — stars Mads Mikkelsen and Nikolaj Lie Kaas. \nAnker (Nikolaj Lie Kaas) is released from prison following a fifteen-year sentence for robbery. The money from the heist was buried by Anker’s brother\, Manfred (Mads Mikkelsen). Only he knows where it is. Unfortunately\, Manfred has since developed a mental illness causing him to forget all. Together\, the brothers embark on an unexpected journey to locate the money and discover who they really are. \n“The Last Viking” will be shown at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre May 29-June 4. Showtimes will be Friday\, Tuesday and Thursday\, May 29\, June 2 and 4 at 6:30 p.m.; and Saturday\, Sunday and Monday\, May 30\, 31 and June 1 at 3:30 p.m.  \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/the-last-viking/
LOCATION:Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre\, 2030 W. S.R. 89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260529T193000
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260403T002602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T002602Z
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SUMMARY:Sedona Comedy Night with Emmy Award Winner Brian Kiley
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present Sedona Comedy Night with Emmy Award Winner Brian Kiley live onstage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Friday\, May 29 at 6:00 p.m. \nBrian Kiley is a two-time Emmy Award-winning comedian and writer who’s been a fixture in late-night TV for decades. He’s made multiple appearances on The Late Show with David Letterman\, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno\, and Late Night with Conan O’Brien\, and can still be seen performing regularly at comedy clubs around Los Angeles. \n \nFor 27 years\, Brian was a staff writer for Conan\, winning an Emmy in 2007 for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy/Variety Series and getting nominated 16 times. He also worked on the final season of Ellen\, picking up a Daytime Emmy in 2022. \nBrian even ended up in The New York Times Sunday Crossword Puzzle — though he admits he’s never actually finished the puzzle himself. Beyond writing\, Brian’s been on TV in all kinds of ways. He had a recurring role on Delocated on Cartoon Network\, and has appeared on The Bonnie Hunt Show\, Comedy Central Presents\, Dr. Katz\, Professional Therapist\, The CBS Morning Show\, Spotlight Café\, Caroline’s Comedy Hour\, Comedy On The Road and more. \nSedona Comedy Night with Brian Kiley takes the stage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Friday\, May 29 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $30 general admission or $40 VIP (preferred seating in the first two rows). \nFor tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/sedona-comedy-night-with-emmy-award-winner-brian-kiley/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
CREATED:20260507T222853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T222853Z
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SUMMARY:El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego:  Met Live Opera
DESCRIPTION:The Mary D. Fisher Theatre is honored to be the home for the Met Live Opera programs for the 2025-2026 season\, presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. \nThe season concludes with Frank’s “El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego” live via simulcast on Saturday\, May 30 at 10 a.m. and the encore presentation on Wednesday\, June 3 at 3 p.m. \nPlan to come early as John Steinbrunner will lead a pre-opera talk one hour before the LIVE production on Saturday. \nThe Metropolitan Opera’s 2025–26 Live in HD season comes to a close with a live transmission of American composer Gabriela Lena Frank’s first opera\, a magical-realist portrait of Mexico’s painterly power couple Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera\, with libretto by Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright Nilo Cruz. \nFashioned as a reversal of the Orpheus and Euridice myth\, the story depicts Frida\, sung by leading mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard\, leaving the underworld on the Day of the Dead and reuniting with Diego\, portrayed by baritone Carlos Álvarez. The famously feuding pair briefly relive their tumultuous love\, embracing both the passion and the pain before bidding the land of the living a final farewell. \nMusic Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts the Met-premiere staging of Frank’s opera\, a “confident\, richly imagined score” (The New Yorker) that “bursts with color and fresh individuality” (Los Angeles Times). The vibrant new production\, taking enthusiastic inspiration from Frida and Diego’s paintings\, is directed and choreographed by Deborah Colker. \nACT I\nOn the Day of the Dead\, villagers gather in a cemetery to honor departed loved ones and summon them to return from the underworld. Diego calls out to Frida\, but his reverie is interrupted by an old woman selling flowers. The old woman reveals herself as La Catrina\, Keeper of the Dead. In Mictlān\, Catrina summons Frida to arise and return to visit Diego\, but Frida refuses. Frida notices a young actor\, Leonardo\, who wants to go back dressed as Greta Garbo to please a fan of the actress. He encourages Frida to return for the chance to paint a new Frida without pain or anguish. Frida decides she will return to the world of the living. As Diego continues to summon Frida from above\, she and the other departed souls begin their journey. \nACT II\nIn the world of the living\, Diego is bereft of inspiration. Frida suddenly appears to him. She is overjoyed to be without pain and part of the vibrant life around her. Diego pleads for an embrace\, which Frida cannot give. Diego leads Frida back to her home\, Casa Azul\, where she must confront the realities of her past life and the limitations of her return. She embraces him and is racked by the returning pain of her living existence. When dawn breaks\, it is time for her to return to the underworld. Diego pleads for the gods to call him back with her. As Frida and Diego approach the underworld\, Catrina cries out to Mictlantecuhtli\, god of the underworld\, who appears and brings Diego into the world of the departed. Frida and Diego are united for eternity. \nThe 2025-2026 Met Live Opera season in Sedona is generously sponsored by Chris Fladlien. \nThe Met Live Opera’s “El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego” will be shown at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Saturday\, May 30 at 10 a.m. (live simulcast) with an encore on Wednesday\, June 3 at 3 p.m. The pre-opera talk will take place one hour before the live Saturday simulcast. \nTickets are $25 general admission\, $22 for Film Festival members\, and $15 for students. Tickets are available in advance at the Sedona International Film Festival office or by calling 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/el-ultimo-sueno-de-frida-y-diego-met-live-opera/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260604
DTSTAMP:20260511T085323
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary America
DESCRIPTION:The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Revolutionary America” showing May 31-June 2 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. \n“Revolutionary America” tells the story of the American Founding\, the greatest political achievement in history. The American colonists had developed a unique way of life as they practiced self-government for 150 years.  \nIn the struggles between the colonies and the mother country that followed the French and Indian War\, Britain declared that Americans had no right to rule themselves. This went against everything the Americans knew. In response\, our ancestors risked their “lives\, fortunes\, and sacred honor” to fight the War for Independence. Against all odds\, they won\, and in victory formed a stable\, lasting republic. \nThis documentary — narrated by Tom Selleck and featuring interviews with prominent scholars and commentators — will help you see the Revolution through the eyes of the Americans who lived through it. With expert commentary\, historical documents\, compelling cinematography\, and beautiful music\, experience the Revolution like never before! \n“Revolutionary America” will be shown at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre May 31-June 2. Showtimes will be Sunday\, May 31 at 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.; and Monday and Tuesday\, June 1 and 2 at 7:00 p.m.  \nTickets are $12\, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information\, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A\, in West Sedona.
URL:https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/revolutionary-america/
LOCATION:Mary D. Fisher Theatre\, 2030 W. State Route 89A\, Suite A-3\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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