Beginning July 14 through August 26, Culture Project's main stage will be offered to artists, activists, musicians, directors, economists, provocateurs, filmmakers, patriots and visionaries. The Festival will consist of documentaries, satirical political comedy, music, theater and new art created by emerging and established artists along with provocative conversations focusing on subjects crucial to the decision making process and the preservation of our democracy and constitution.  

We are gearing up for an extraordinary summer and we hope you'll join us. For those who want to be involved there are plenty of ways to help besides buying tickets! Email impactfest@cultureproject.org for more information.  

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SPECIAL PROGRAMMING:

DIRECTORS’ WEEKENDS

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Directors' Weekend: IMPACT
Through 10-15 minute pieces featuring docudrama, clowning, Brecht, Comedia del Arte and musical theater, seven directors make their voices heard on the most important issues in the 2012 election. Featuring directors Joe Barros, Reginald Douglas, Vanessa Lancellotti, Sara Lyons, Ashley Monroe, Jonathon Musser, and Michael Rau. [read more]
July 14, 7:00pm & July 15, 5:00pm

Directors' Weekend: American Foreign Policy Directors, Evan Cummings, Joseph Hendel, Ashley Marinaccio, Zoey Martinson, Elana McKelahan and Shana Solomon address American Foreign Policy through original 10-15 minute pieces. [read more]
Aug 24 & 25, 7:00pm
Pay what you will.  

 

Democracy Now! Café

Throughout the Festival, we will screen thematic interviews from the Democracy Now! film archives. This will take place in a pre-theater slot at 6pm. Refreshments will be available to help you beat the heat, while activating your political psyche.  

 

Urbana Poetry Slam

For three weeks only the three-time-winner of the national slam championship, Urbana Poetry Slam, takes up residence at IMPACT 2012. A quirky and eccentric series, Urbana features all kinds of poetic voices: political, confessional, musical, and spiritual. Tickets ($10) available at the door. July 17, 24 & 31; 7:00pm  

 

Artist Residencies

During their week-long residencies, IMPACT 2012 Resident Artists discuss, create, and rehearse new work surrounding the week’s topics. Each week will culminate in a free public presentation of the new works-in-progress. July 21 & 28, Aug. 4, 11, 18; 7:00pm. Reserve (free)

Beth Achenback's "Life Signs"

View select photos from photographer Beth Achenback's "Life Signs" in the theater lobby.