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Yahoo
12-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Minneapolis theater spotlights new theatrical work with NEXT Festival this summer
Theater Latté Da is spotlighting fresh theatrical work again this year as part of its 2025 NEXT Festival. Three local and national artists will have new work run through a two-week development workshop that culminates in a pair of public presentations, a continuation of Latté Da's commitment to championing new work and voices in the theater. 'The enthusiasm and insight our audiences bring to the NEXT Festival has a profound impact on the development of new musicals,' Elissa Adams, NEXT Festival producer and Director of New Work at Theater Latté Da, says in a statement. The new works will include "The Homefront" by Malika Oyetimein, Jenny Stafford, and Sam Salmond; "How to Play the Cello (Until You Don't)" by Benjamin Emory Larson; and "Okuni" by Naomi Iizuka and Paul Hodge. It's all part of Theater Latté Da's ongoing commitment to developing new works, which it does through workshops, residencies, commissions, and the NEXT Festival. Here's when audiences can catch the performances: "The Homefront — July 25 and 28 "How to Play the Cello (Until You Don't) — Aug. 1 and 4 "Okuni" — Aug. 8 and 11 The first look at all three musicals will take place at The Ritz Theater in Minneapolis. Three-show passes, priced at $42, are on sale now. Individual tickets will be available for $16 beginning April 15 at noon.
Associated Press
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
DAME DocuFest to premiere ‘The M Factor' in Historic Sanford
Celebrating Independent Documentary Filmmaking and Amplifying Untold Stories SANFORD, FL, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2025 / / -- DAME Media, in partnership with Fairvilla, presents ' DAME DocuFest ' on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at The Ritz Theater, in Historic Sanford, FL. This special event will feature an extraordinary lineup of several powerful documentaries, each amplifying untold stories that challenge, inspire, and ignite change. Our feature presentation is ' The M Factor: Shredding The Silence on Menopause', a groundbreaking documentary that exposes the hidden struggles surrounding menopause and advocates for a much-needed revolution in women's healthcare. Our emcee Jo Badger of Fairvilla University, will be hosting the panel discussion for our Q&A following our feature presentation. Since 2014, Jo Badger has helped individuals, teams, and communities rediscover joy through speaking, teaching, and mentoring. A career strategist and holistic wellness coach, she specializes in guiding women through life transitions. Now leading marketing for Fairvilla Stores, Fairvilla University, and Fairvilla Garage, Jo is on a mission to destigmatize sexual wellness while keeping the experience fun and inviting. Event Details: Date: Sunday, April 6, 2025 Time: 12:00 PM - 6:30 PM Location: The Ritz Theater, 201 Magnolia Avenue, Sanford, FL 32771 Admission: FREE with RSVP Featured Films: The M Factor - Shredding The Silence on Menopause A first-of-its-kind documentary challenging the silence surrounding menopause and advocating for change in women's healthcare. Website: Slatersville: Americas First Mill Village An Emmy and Telly Award-winning documentary uncovering the untold story of America's first mill village—where innovation, industry, and injustice shaped a nation. Website: Discovering Catharine A powerful story about Catharine Waugh McCulloch, a legal pioneer who fought for women's rights and justice for all. Website: The Divide Within After a lifetime of silence, Tom decides to reveal his transgender identity to his family, leading to a powerful exploration of gender and family dynamics. Website: Khsara Emmy-nominated and award-winning, this documentary follows humanitarian workers on the frontlines in Gaza, showcasing their courage and resilience in the fight to save lives. Website: Embracing the Silence A moving documentary chronicling Daniel Mione's journey through deafness and his embrace of a silent world. IMDb: Embracing the Silence No Leg Power Follow the inspiring story of cross-fit athlete CJ Bellamy, who turns a life-altering tragedy into a new purpose. Website: The Forgotten Prisoner A powerful exploration of the hidden struggles faced by children with incarcerated parents, revealing their stories of resilience and the fight for justice. Website: Captain Jack and His Rocket Powered Go Kart A thrilling documentary about 97-year-old daredevil Captain Jack McClure, who defies age and limits to race a rocket-powered go-kart. Website: The Guardian A selfless middle-aged man who has served his community for twenty years as a firefighter, finds his purpose again as a school guardian Website: Arlene Lagos +1 508-530-8875 Other Legal Disclaimer:
