Series & Events

Special Events Ongoing Series Limited Series More Than Just Movies

The Cinema Arts Centre offers numerous special events throughout the year that include film festivals, series, educational programs, classic film screenings, live music, art exhibitions and community-focused events that often feature guest speakers and discussions.

Join or Die - Presented with the League of Women Voters
Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it.
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The Last Picture Shows - with director Rustin Thompson
Filmmaker Rustin Thompson journeys into the American West on a search for traces of what was once a
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Hitchcock's Marnie
In one of his most underrated and psychologically complex thrillers, Alfred Hitchcock crafts a spell
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48 Hour Film Competition: Contestant Film Screening
Filmmaking teams had just one weekend to make a short film – and now they face off in a competition
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Dust Devil - with star Robert John Burke in person
Join acclaimed Long Island actor Robert John Burke, featuring a screening of the director’s cut of R
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The Way Out - with director Brian Rodriguez
Local filmmaker Brian Rodriguez for a screening of his mental health drama
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All I Had Was Nothingness
Filmmaker Guillaume Ribot’s new documentary explores Claude Lanzmann’s Shoah, a groundbreaking film
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Shoah
A monument in world and cinema history, Claude Lanzmann’s 9 hour epic documentary is the most import
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Late Fame - with Filmmaker Kent Jones in person
Join director Kent Jones in person for a screening of his latest film, Late Fame, starring Willem Da
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2026 All-Night Horror Marathon
The All-Night Horror Marathon returns to CAC with a night full of terror, and this year’s theme is..
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Escape From New York - with live score by Alan Howarth
Join legendary composer Alan Howarth for a screening of John Carpenter’s Escape From New Yor
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CatVideoFest
A compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissi
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9/11 An American Requiem
Drawn from the Remembering 9/11 oral history project, this powerful documentary weaves together firs
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Boorman and the Devil
Exploring one of the biggest disasters in movie history, John Boorman's sequel to The Exorcist.
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Westhampton - with director Christian Nilsson in person
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H. Jon Benjamin in person
Join us for a special evening with comedian and voice acting legend H. Jon Benjamin, the unmistakabl
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Dolph Lundgren in person with Universal Soldier
Join legendary action star Dolph Lundgren for a special evening that will feature a screening of the
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Discover the Cinema Arts Centre's signature recurring programs, featuring weekly, monthly, and seasonal series that bring audiences back year-round. From beloved classics and silent cinema to family favorites, late-night cult films, and explorations of art on screen, our ongoing series celebrate the many ways great movies can be experienced together.  

Anything But Silent

Our monthly celebration of silent cinema, presented by accompanist Ben Model.

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Best of the Big Screen

Curated by esteemed librarian and film enthusiast Philip Harwood, Best of the Big Screen brings forth the classic works you know and love — and have been yearning to see on the big screen.

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CAC Book Club

At the CAC Book Club, we examine exciting works of literature and their film counterparts.

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Cinema for Kids

Introduce the next generation to the magic of the movies at our Cinema for Kids series.

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Cult Café

Every Saturday, come one come all to a cult cinema extravaganza! In its long-running glory, the Cult Café has always been a keystone of the Cinema Arts Centre program.

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Film Noir Classics

Once a month, we discuss all things film noir with professor and cultural critic Foster Hirsch.

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Foreign Cinema Night

Our Foreign Cinema Night series presents the best of new independent foreign cinema fresh from the festival circuit.

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International Classics

Explore the timeless works that define world cinema.

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Mondays at the Grindhouse

Emerging in urban theaters and seedy downtown circuits in the mid-20th century, grindhouse cinema is defined by raw, low-budget and sensational films - ranging from horror and action to sexploitation and splatter films.

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National Theatre Live

Experience world-class theater from the best seat in the house with National Theatre Live.

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Night Owl Cinema

When the sun goes down, the strange, shocking, and unforgettable come out to play.

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Preview Club

Preview Club is a special advance screening series of new, award-winning & critically acclaimed independent feature films, documentaries & foreign-language films that takes place at the legendary Cinema Arts Centre.

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Pride Cinema

Celebrate the rich history of LGBTQ+ filmmaking with Pride Cinema.

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Reel Jazz

Our Reel Jazz blends live jazz performance with discussion and jazz-themed cinema.

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Sunday Schmooze

Sunday mornings are for bagels, coffee and movies! Film critic and historian, Professor Michael Atkinson brings engaging conversation to art-house and repertory staples.

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The Cinema as Canvas

The Cinema as Canvas celebrates the vibrant intersection of art and storytelling.

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Youth Advisory Board

Discover a selection of films curated by the Cinema Arts Centre's Youth Advisory Board.

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Explore our special limited-run series, showcasing curated collections built around visionary filmmakers, influential movements, and compelling themes. Whether it's a complete retrospective, a genre deep dive, or a celebration of underseen cinema, these programs offer unique opportunities to experience films in conversation with one another.

Experience the Cinema Arts Centre beyond the movies through a diverse lineup of one-of-a-kind events. From live music, lectures, and workshops to trivia nights, art exhibitions, and community gatherings, these programs bring people together to explore ideas, creativity, and culture in new and engaging ways.