Edward James Olmos, Luis Valdez, Lou Diamond Phillips and Lupe Valdez attend the premiere of American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez by David Alvarado, an official selection of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival. © 2026 Sundance Institute | photo by Stephanie Dunn. The highly anticipated 2026 Sundance Film Festival officially launched on Thursday, January 22 , setting the tone for ten days of bold storytelling, fresh perspectives, and unforgettable cinematic moments. From p

As the Sundance Film Festival officially gets underway, the tone at the 2026 Sundance Institute Press Welcome Event.

Whether he’s commanding a stage, stepping into a character on screen, or standing tall in the wrestling ring with a championship belt over his shoulder, Sale Taylor approaches every opportunity with gratitude, grit, and an unmistakable sense of purpose.

One of my favorite parts of reviewing theater is walking in completely blind and allowing the show to unfold without expectations.

Melvin Gray Jr. talks about his experience playing The King in Pop in the award-nominated musical MJ the Musical coming to Popejoy Hall on December 10-14.

Shirley MacLaine Receives Lifetime Achievement Honor at the Inaugural Dance Hall of Fame.

Popejoy Hall is bringing the iconic musical, Chicago, to the stage. Read the review from opening night.

In a bold move to redefine access and opportunity in independent film and television, AFMI Productions, LLC has announced a major shift in its Above the Line Producer Training Program. Originally designed to award scholarships to four participants, the program has now granted lifetime memberships to all 25 applicants, transforming the initiative into a philanthropic model aimed at cultivating a global network of empowered producers.