Award-winning, world-renowned impersonator and tribute artist Robbie Howard returns to Sedona with his acclaimed live production “A Christmas Show Tribute to Frank Sinatra & Friends”. There will be two performances Dec. 6 and 7 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. The show pays tribute to the one of the world’s most beloved crooners and a cast of other famous characters. Robbie Howard's Christmas show includes classics by the voices we remember from holidays past and present, including Burl Ives’ iconic Christmas songs, Sinatra's "Santa Claus is Coming to Town" and "Christmas Waltz", Dean Martin’s “It's a Marshmallow World " and "Let it Snow" plus Andy Williams' "The Most Wonderful Time of The Year" and Aaron Neville's "Please Come Home for Christmas". In addition, Howard will perform Elvis' "Blue Christmas" "Santa Bring My Baby Back to Me" and Bing Crosby's classic "White Christmas", Randy Travis' "Pretty Papers".

Mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a turn when the odd-couple's old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history. “A Real Pain” is written and directed by Academy Award-nominee Jesse Eisenberg and also stars Will Sharpe, Jennifer Grey, Kurt Egyiawan, Liza Sadovy and Daniel Oreskes. It was during a trip to Poland, with his now-wife Anna Strout, that Eisenberg had what he calls a ‘strange revelation’. A two-week trip through the country landed him at the tiny house in the village of Kranystaw, where his aunt Doris had lived before the Holocaust displaced her entire family. “Had the war not happened, this is where I would be living,” Eisenberg remembers thinking. “What would my life be like? Who would I be?” Twenty years later Eisenberg found himself back at that house, this time as the director, writer, and co-star of “A Real Pain”.

Sticks and Tones returns to the stage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 4:00 p.m., bringing their special performance of “A Winter Holiday World Tour” to Sedona audiences. Join us for a warm and festive afternoon of music and storytelling that explores winter holiday traditions. This journey through the season's diverse cultural celebrations is filled with rhythmic vibrance from the joyous sounds of Las Posadas in Mexico to a classic German carol and the radiant colors of Diwali in India. Along the way, we’ll visit Sephardic Spain, Great Britain, Native American traditions, and Japan's" Oshogatsu" (New Year). Wrapping up the festive spirit, enjoy favorite seasonal tunes perfect for kindling warmth and cheer. This immersive program brings together cultures and traditions, offering an inviting December celebration for all. Maria and Henry Flurry’s performances are more than concerts — they are sensory experiences that leave audiences inspired and captivated.

The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to welcome back GRAMMY® nominated recording artist David Arkenstone for a very special holiday performance — “A Winter’s Eve Concert with David Arkenstone & Friends” — live on stage at the Sedona Performing Arts Center on Friday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. Join David Arkenstone and his band of virtuoso musicians for this lively candlelit concert of beloved holiday classics “reimagined,” blending world music, Celtic, orchestral, new age, and neo-classical crossover. David has plenty of surprises in store for this performance, including the debut of songs from his epic new release Quest For The Runestone. David has always believed that music can uniquely enrich our lives and ignite our imaginations, and he performs his evocative songs to take you and your family and friends on a one-of-a-kind holiday journey.

The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world for a global theatrical premiere event: “André Rieu’s Christmas Concert” showing Dec. 11 and 14 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Celebrate the holiday season with André Rieu’s dazzling Christmas Concert exclusively in theaters! This magical event embodies the festive spirit of Christmas, bringing joy, warmth, and sparkle to the big screen. Get ready to be transported to the wondrous world of enchanting glamour that is André’s winter wonderland! Under the sparkle of 150 chandeliers and 50 Venetian candelabras, feel your heart warm with the magical melody of all your favorite Christmas classics. André Rieu will be joined on stage by his beloved Johann Strauss Orchestra, along with special guest artists and the young and talented Emma Kok. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate music, love, and Christmas sparkle, with André Rieu’s brand new Christmas Concert in theaters.

“Before We Say Goodbye” is the story of a devout Hispanic-American mother in New Mexico who is desperately praying for a miracle from the Virgin of Guadalupe as her only hope to save her terminally ill husband. As she seeks family support for her faith, she feels anguish at how her four grown children are turning away from their Catholic upbringing as they go about their busy lives in our secular, modern culture. Written and directed by Paul Davids, “Before We Say Goodbye” is based on an award-winning stage play by Patricia Crespin, "We Are Hispanic-American Women... Okay?" The film features outstanding music, including the title song "Before We Say Goodbye" written and performed by Rebekah del Rio, noted for her role as a singer in the David Lynch film "Mulholland Drive."

“Bogart: Life Comes in Flashes” is the first official feature documentary to explore the remarkable life and career of Hollywood legend Humphrey Bogart. For the first time ever — narrated in Bogart’s own words and using previously unseen archives, letters, and interviews from those closest to him — the film definitively explores the impact of one of the most influential cinematic and cultural icons of all time. Set against the glitz and glamour of Jazz Age Broadway to the Golden Age of Hollywood, and framed around the five key women in his life — his mother and four wives, including his final marriage to screen icon Lauren Bacall — the film intricately weaves together his most important relationships against a backdrop of world events which defined Bogart's career trajectory. What emerges is a nuanced and revealing portrait of the man behind the myth — a fresh and captivating perspective on the legacy of one of Hollywood’s most revered stars.

When a pacifist is called to a political act that could change the course of history, how will a man of honor respond? This is the true story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a man who preached love while plotting the assassination of an evil tyrant. With world-shattering stakes, “Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin.” begs the question, how far will you go to stand up for what’s right? As the world teeters on the brink of annihilation, Dietrich Bonhoeffer is swept into the epicenter of a deadly plot to assassinate Hitler. With his faith and fate at stake, Bonhoeffer must choose between upholding his moral convictions or risking it all to save millions of Jews from genocide. Will his shift from preaching peace to plotting murder alter the course of history or cost him everything?

We will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Have a Happy and Healthy Holiday!

The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “Monday Movies on Main” on Monday, Nov. 25 with the Cottonwood premiere of “Hungarian Rhapsody: Queen Live in Budapest” at 7 p.m. at Old Town Center for the Arts. On July 27, 1986, Queen broke new ground by playing for the first time in Hungary, a country which was still under a communist dictatorship behind the Iron Curtain. The band performed the largest-ever stadium concert at the Nipstadion in Budapest in front of 80,000 ecstatic fans. The concert was part of the famed Magic Tour, which was the last time the band toured with lead singer Freddie Mercury. Now, this original concert film has been remastered in high definition and features many of Queen's favorite tracks - "Bohemian Rhapsody, " "Crazy Little Thing Called Love, " "I Want to Break Free, " and "We Are the Champions".

The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “Monday Movies on Main” on Monday, Dec. 9 with the Cottonwood premiere of “The Greatest Showman” at 7 p.m. at Old Town Center for the Arts. Step right up … and into the spellbinding imagination of a man who set out to reveal that life itself can be the most thrilling show of all! Inspired by the legend and ambitions of America’s original pop-culture impresario, P.T. Barnum (Hugh Jackman), comes an inspirational rags-to-riches tale of a brash dreamer who rose from nothing to prove that anything you can envision is possible and that everyone, no matter how invisible, has a stupendous story worthy of a world-class spectacle. Hugh Jackman leads an all-star cast — including Zac Efron, Michelle Williams, Rebecca Ferguson, Zendaya and Keala Settle — in this bold and original musical filled with infectious showstopping performances that will bring you to your feet time and time again.

“Exhibiting Forgiveness” is a deeply personal journey of a man confronting the past and finding his place within it. Tarrell (Holland) is an admired American painter who lives with his wife, singer Aisha (Day), and their young son, Jermaine. Tarrell’s artwork excavates beauty from the anguish of his youth, keeping past wounds at bay. His path to success is derailed by an unexpected visit from his estranged father, La’Ron (Jelks), a conscience-stricken man desperate to reconcile. Tarrell’s mother, Joyce (Ellis-Taylor) a pious woman with a profound and joyful spirituality, hopes that Tarrell can open his heart to forgiveness, giving them all another chance at being a family. Tarrell and La’Ron learn that forgetting might be a greater challenge than forgiving in this raw and deeply moving film. "Exhibiting Forgiveness” is Tarrell’s journey toward understanding, healing and, ultimately, the possibility of forgiveness — not just for his father but for himself.

The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with Theatrikos Theatre Company to bring movies to Downtown Flagstaff! This series continues on Wednesday, Dec. 4 with the Flagstaff premiere of “The Last Rifleman” at 7:00 p.m. at Theatrikos Theatre Company. Inspired by a true story, Pierce Brosnan plays Artie Crawford, a World War II veteran living in a care home in Northern Ireland who has just lost his wife. On the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings, he decides to escape his care home and embarks on a journey to France to pay his final respects to his best friend. He embarks on an arduous but inspirational journey from Northern Ireland to France to find the courage to face the ghosts of his past. “The Last Rifleman” is loosely based on the true story of British D-Day veteran Bernard Jordan, who left his care home in England to travel to France.

The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the country for a nationwide theatrical event: “For KING + COUNTRY’s A Drummer Boy Christmas LIVE” showing Dec. 5-9 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. Embrace the most wonderful time of the year with the holiday event of the season: “For KING + COUNTRY’s A Drummer Boy Christmas LIVE” — a cinematic concert experience!’ Step into the Christmas spirit like never before as 4-time Grammy Award-winning brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone lead audiences on a sonic journey that blends the sights and sounds of the season with the musical mastery, heartwarming storytelling, and dazzling production the duo is renowned for. Filmed during their largest “A Drummer Boy Christmas” tour to date in front of a high energy, sold-out arena crowd of 12,000+ in Houston, TX, the festive phenomenon features never-before-seen live performance footage and breathtaking views from “A Drummer Boy Christmas”.

The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the country for a nationwide theatrical event: “I Am the Immaculate Conception” showing Dec. 12, 14 and 17 at the Mary D. Fisher and Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatres. “I Am the Immaculate Conception” is how Mary, the Mother of God, introduced herself to St. Bernadette in 1858 in Lourdes, France. During the season of Advent and Christmas, a new documentary film invites audiences to ponder why Mary presents herself this way. In the film, a group of eminent experts, including the Marian Fathers, analyze Greek texts of the Holy Scripture, revelations and the dogma of the Immaculate Conception. The result is a new interpretation of passages of the Scripture revealing Mary, the Mother of Christ, and her extraordinary role in the divine plan for the salvation of the world.

Amidst the lunch rush of a bustling Times Square restaurant, a series of events threaten to bring the kitchen to a crashing halt in “La Cocina”. In the heart of the kitchen, dreams and desperation collide as the back-of-house staff each chase the elusive American dream. When money goes missing from the till, the spotlight falls on Pedro (Raúl Briones), a passionate dreamer entangled in a tumultuous love affair with Julia (Academy Award nominee Rooney Mara), a waitress grappling with her own commitments. As tensions rise and shocking revelations unfold, the relentless pace of the kitchen threatens to shatter the hopes and aspirations of those who keep it running. It's a high-stakes drama that explores the intersection of the personal ambition and systemic exploitation of undocumented immigrant workers within the pressure-cooker environment of a Times Square New York restaurant.

The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world for a global theatrical event: “Laufey’s A Night at the Symphony: Hollywood Bowl” on Dec. 6 and 8 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. The 25-year-old Grammy-winning Icelandic-Chinese artist Laufey writes songs inspired by jazz greats and classical masters while possessing a point of view that could only be conveyed by a 21st-century twentysomething. The romantic and trailblazing approach has captured audiences worldwide, growing a global community of “Lauvers” and selling out every tour date the “Gen Z It Girl” (NY Times) has put on sale. “Laufey’s A Night at the Symphony: Hollywood Bowl” was filmed in Laufey’s adopted hometown of Los Angeles. Directed by Sam Wrench (Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour), Laufey takes the audience on a spell-binding sonic journey under the stars, performing alongside the legendary Los Angeles Philharmonic.

Produced by Sylvester Stallone and based on the best-selling book of the same name, “Lost on a Mountain in Maine” tells the inspiring true story of 12-year-old Donn Fendler, who becomes separated from his family by a fast-moving storm atop a treacherous mountain. For nine days Donn fights to stay alive as he attempts to survive the unforgiving wilderness of northern Maine without food, proper clothing, or the knowledge of how bad his situation really is. His disappearance sparks a massive search effort that captures national headlines and attracts hundreds of volunteers, including his own father who fears he may never see his son again.

American soprano Angel Blue headlines as the Ethiopian princess torn between love and country in a new production of Verdi’s Aida by Michael Mayer that brings audiences inside the towering pyramids and gilded tombs of ancient Egypt with intricate projections and dazzling animations. Romanian-Hungarian mezzo-soprano Judit Kutasi also stars as Aida’s rival, Amneris, alongside Polish tenor Piotr Beczala as the soldier Radamès—completing opera’s greatest love triangle. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium to conduct the January 25 performance, which will be transmitted live from the Metropolitan Opera stage to cinemas worldwide.

Following a string of awe-inspiring Live in HD performances, Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen returns to the Metropolitan Opera as Leonore, the faithful wife who risks everything to save her husband from the clutches of tyranny in Beethoven’s Fidelio. Completing the distinguished cast is British tenor David Butt Philip as the political prisoner Florestan, Polish bass-baritone Tomasz Konieczny as the villainous Don Pizarro, veteran German bass René Pape as the jailer Rocco, Chinese soprano Ying Fang and German tenor Magnus Dietrich as the young Marzelline and Jaquino, and Danish bass Stephen Milling as the principled Don Fernando. Susanna Mälkki conducts the March 15 performance, which will be transmitted live from the Met stage to cinemas worldwide.

The Metropolitan Opera’s 2024–25 Live in HD season comes to a close with a live transmission of Rossini’s effervescent comedy on May 31. Russian mezzo-soprano Aigul Akhmetshina headlines a winning ensemble as the feisty heroine, Rosina, alongside American tenor Jack Swanson, in his Met debut, as her secret beloved, Count Almaviva. Moldovan baritone Andrey Zhilikhovsky stars as Figaro, the ingenious barber of Seville, with Hungarian bass-baritone Peter Kálmán as Dr. Bartolo and Russian bass Alexander Vinogradov as Don Basilio rounding out the principal cast. Giacomo Sagripanti conducts Bartlett Sher’s madcap production.

On April 26, Mozart’s timeless comedy returns to cinemas worldwide with a live transmission from the Metropolitan Opera. Conductor Joana Mallwitz, in her Met debut, takes the podium to conduct a stellar ensemble cast including American bass-baritone Michael Sumuel as the clever valet Figaro, Ukrainian soprano Olga Kulchynska as the wily maid Susanna, Canadian baritone Joshua Hopkins as the skirt-chasing Count, Italian soprano Federica Lombardi as his anguished wife, and French mezzo-soprano Marianne Crebassa as the adolescent page Cherubino.

Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium on May 17 to conduct Strauss’s one-act tragedy, which will be transmitted live from the Metropolitan Opera stage to cinemas worldwide. Leading the company’s first new production of the work in 20 years, Claus Guth, one of Europe’s leading opera directors, gives the biblical story a psychologically perceptive Victorian-era setting. South African soprano Elza van den Heever leads a celebrated cast as the abused and unhinged antiheroine, with Swedish baritone Peter Mattei as the imprisoned prophet Jochanaan; German tenor Gerhard Siegel as Salome’s lecherous stepfather, King Herod; American mezzo-soprano Michelle DeYoung as his wife, Herodias; and Polish tenor Piotr Buszewski as Narraboth.

Extraordinary Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen stars as the passionate title diva in David McVicar’s thrilling production, transmitted live from the Metropolitan Opera stage to cinemas on November 23. British-Italian tenor Freddie De Tommaso makes his eagerly anticipated company debut as Tosca’s revolutionary lover, Cavaradossi, and powerhouse American baritone Quinn Kelsey is the sadistic chief of police Scarpia. Maestro Xian Zhang conducts the electrifying score, which features some of Puccini’s most memorable melodies.

A century after Alfred Hitchcock's first film, he remains one of the most influential filmmakers in the history of cinema. But how does his vast body of work and legacy hold up in today’s society? Mark Cousins — the award-winning filmmaker behind “The Story of Film: An Odyssey”, “The Eyes of Orson Welles” and “The Storms of Jeremy Thomas” — tackles this question and looks at the auteur with a new and radical approach: through the use of his own voice. As Hitchcock rewatches his films, we are taken on an odyssey through his vast career - his vivid silent films, the legendary films of the 1950s and 60s and his later works - in playful and revealing ways. “Hitch feels brought to life again...there’s a feeling of surprise, invention, and spontaneity." —Indiewire “In ‘My Name Is Alfred Hitchcock’ there is so much to learn and enjoy. You come away from it with your senses fine-tuned.” — The Guardian

“My Old Lady” is returning for an encore in our "Remembering Maggie" series, honoring the late, great Dame Maggie Smith, who recently passed. He’s in the will. She’s in the way. Academy Award-winners Kevin Kline and Maggie Smith and Academy Award-nominee Kristin Scott Thomas star in this witty and heartfelt drama about surprising inheritances and unexpected connections. When Mathias Gold (Kline) arrives at the sumptuous Parisian apartment he inherited from his father, he's surprised that the property comes with two stubborn live-in tenants — Mathilde (Maggie Smith), and her daughter, Chloé (Kristin Scott Thomas) — who are not required to leave according to an ancient French real estate law that makes him unable to sell the place,. But as Mathias and Chloé draw increasingly closer, Mathilde unveils a complex labyrinth of secrets that unites the trio in unexpected ways. “A crowd-pleaser. Maggie Smith is masterful!” — The Hollywood Reporter

A sweeping family adventure, “My Penguin Friend” is a triumphant tale of friendship between a lonely father and the little lost penguin DinDim who recharges his spirit and heals his family with an unshakable, ocean-crossing loyalty. Humble fisherman Joa~o (international star Jean Reno) has turned away from the world in the wake of tragedy. But when he discovers a penguin drifting alone in the ocean, drenched in oil from a spill, his first instinct is to help. To his wife’s (Oscar nominee Adriana Barraza) dismay, he not only rescues the sea creature, but takes the flightless bird under his wing. For the first time in years Joa~o starts to feel joy, even if he cannot fathom just how unbreakable a bond is being formed. When the penguin suddenly disappears back into the immense wilds of the ocean, Joa~o believes it is impossible that he will ever see his friend again.

Hollywood's crowning achievement is its greatest enigma. Explore the magic, music and myths surrounding the making of “The Wizard of Oz” in celebration of its 85th Anniversary. This fast-paced documentary series takes audiences over the rainbow and down the yellow brick road to answer 85 fascinating questions about the iconic film. “Mysteries of Oz: 85 Questions Answered” reveals newly discovered truths, debunks age-old myths, and dispels many misconceptions about the motion picture that the Library of Congress calls the most-watched movie ever. Dive deep into the enchanting world of Oz with expert and insider interviews, rare images capturing moments both on and off the set, and behind-the-scenes footage offering a fresh perspective on the beloved classic. Explore the lore and legacy of “The Wizard of Oz”, shedding light on casting choices, special effects, and the film's cultural impact and enduring popularity.

The Sedona International Film Festival is once again proud to present “Red Rocks Magic” for an encore performance — an extraordinary audience-driven magical experience — on Sunday November 24 at 4 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. This is Sedona’s #1 magic experience! Mentalist Brett Barry presents his mind-boggling Sedona themed magic show, exploring the incredible power of the mind and the unseen connections we have to one another. Red Rocks Magic is a "sleights of mind" tour-de-force, with extensive audience interaction and this will not be your typical magic show. The 75-minute journey promises an afternoon of “mind-to-mind” magic and apparent ESP that will leave guests energized, inspired and amazed. The first Sedona show on September 18th was a huge success, with Brett winning over skeptics with smiles and a standing ovation at the surprising “twist” ending.

The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “Shakespeare and the Alchemy of Gender” on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 23 and 24 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. All tickets for this live production are FREE OF CHARGE, thanks to a generous sponsorship from the Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley. Internationally renowned actor and Shakespeare scholar Lisa Wolpe has arguably played more of the Bard’s male roles than any woman in history. From gender explorations to intergenerational trauma to the unforgettable story of her life, Lisa triumphantly illustrates that Shakespeare’s insight into the human condition is as relevant as ever. “Shakespeare and the Alchemy of Gender” — a lyrical, fearless, and deeply personal one-person show — is a quest for gender equality and women’s rights. Wolpe weaves Shakespeare’s monologues with stories of her family’s traumatic past.

Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy delivers a stunning performance as devoted father Bill Furlong in “Small Things Like These” — based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Claire Keegan. The film also stars Emily Watson, Michelle Fairley and Eileen Walsh. In 1985 devoted father Bill Furlong (Cillian Murphy) discovers disturbing secrets kept by the local convent and uncovers shocking truths of his own, forcing him to confront his past and the complicit silence of a small Irish town controlled by the Catholic Church. The film reveals truths about Ireland's Magdalene laundries — asylums run by Roman Catholic institutions from the 1820s until 1996, ostensibly to reform "fallen young women." “Cillian Murphy’s performance could move mountains.” — Tim Robey, The Telegraph “I was so rapt, so caught up in this film.” — Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian

The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present Stand-Up Comedy Night live onstage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Sunday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. The show will feature headliner Josh Novey with Paul Green opening the evening. JOSH NOVEY An Iraq War veteran, Josh has used his humor and easy-going stage presence to entertain thousands of people. Josh is a clean comedian, so every time he goes on stage you know the whole family will be able to enjoy. Your mom will love his charm and find him endearing and your dad will think he's tough because he was in the Army. He has performed across the United States at corporate events, fundraisers, clubs, coffee shops, colleges, churches and veteran’s groups. Josh's Comedy Special "Fat Veteran" is now streaming on Amazon Prime, Vudu, Vimeo, and Roku. PAUL GREEN Paul Green can't figure out why people say he has "resting murderer face", or why Disney has never had a bald Prince!

The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “The Fantasy Film Worlds of George Pal” on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 4:00 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. This special event will also feature two Academy Award-winning “Puppetoons” restored in Technicolor: “Good Night Rusty” and “Dr. Seuss’ The 500 Hats of Bartholomew Cubbins”. Before “E.T.” and “Star Wars” there was “The Fantasy Film Worlds of George Pal”. “The Fantasy Film Worlds of George Pal” is an unforgettable celebration and endearing tribute to the life and career of the father of science fiction and fantasy in modern film — George Pal. Before Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, Pal ignited moviegoers’ imaginations with tales of adventure and fantasy.

“The Lady in the Van” is returning for an encore in our "Remembering Maggie" series, honoring the late, great Dame Maggie Smith, who recently passed. Maggie Smith was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical for her lead role in “The Lady in the Van”. Alan Bennett’s story is based on the true story of Miss Shepherd (played by the magnificent Maggie Smith), a woman of uncertain origins who “temporarily” parked her van in Bennett’s London driveway and proceeded to live there for 15 years. What begins as a begrudged favor becomes a relationship that will change both their lives. Filmed on the street and in the house where Bennett and Miss Shepherd lived all those years, acclaimed director Nicholas Hytner reunites with iconic writer Alan Bennett to bring this rare and touching portrait to the screen.

Inspired by a true story, Pierce Brosnan plays Artie Crawford, a World War II veteran living in a care home in Northern Ireland who has just lost his wife. On the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings, he decides to escape his care home and embarks on a journey to France to pay his final respects to his best friend. He embarks on an arduous but inspirational journey from Northern Ireland to France to find the courage to face the ghosts of his past. “The Last Rifleman” is loosely based on the true story of British D-Day veteran Bernard Jordan, who left his care home in England to travel to France.

Celebrate the season with us at the beautiful Sedona International Film Festival Theatres for a holiday movie treat, hosted by the amazing team from Rancho Almasomos, our scenic biodynamic regenerative farm in Cornville! Enjoy “The Muppet Christmas Carol” for FREE — simply bring a new, unwrapped toy or make a donation at the theatre to Toys for Tots. Join in the festive cheer at the heart of Sedona’s film culture. There will be one show at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Enjoy one of the most beloved holiday stories ever told. Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and the whole hilarious Muppet gang in this festive, whimsical take on Charles Dickens’ timeless classic. Michael Caine shines in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge, bringing depth to the miserly character who’s anything but “bah, humbug!” On a life-changing Christmas Eve, Scrooge encounters the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future.

The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the country for a nationwide theatrical event: “The Nutcracker” from The Royal Ballet showing Dec. 22 and 23 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Be enchanted by The Royal Ballet in this sparkling festive treat for the whole family. Join Clara at a delightful Christmas Eve party that becomes a magical adventure once everyone else is tucked up in bed. Marvel at the brilliance of Tchaikovsky’s score, as Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker fight the Mouse King and visit the Sugar Plum Fairy (Anna Rose O’Sullivan) and The Prince (Marcelino Sambé) in the glittering Kingdom of Sweets. Peter Wright’s much-loved production — with gorgeous period designs by Julia Trevelyan Oman — keeps true to the spirit of this ballet classic, combining the thrill of the fairy tale with spectacular dancing. “The Nutcracker” is generously sponsored by Rose Borne and Bonny Singer.

After performing to a packed house at Red Dirt Concert Series last Spring, the Southern California bluegrass band — The Storytellers — returns to Sedona. They will appear for two nights at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Dec. 14 and 15. It was a cool and breezy May evening at Posse Grounds Pavilion in Sedona, AZ, when the Southern California-based progressive bluegrass band, The Storytellers, took the stage as part of the City of Sedona’s Red Dirt Concert Series. “At that point, we already had an exceptionally large turnout,” said Jason Vargo, the cities’ Special Events Coordinator, “but the folks kept coming.” “It was a spectacular concert, showcasing the band’s unique and exciting sound, with tight vocal harmonies and stunning instrumentals. Theirs is a fun and soulful bluegrassy sound that’s perfect for Sedona.” Now the band, riding the tide of a surging interest in bluegrass music, and having recently performed a series of high-profile concerts, is returning to Sedona.