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SUMMARY:THE ESSENCE OF EVA New Documentary Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Beloved Local Songstress Eva Cassidy
DESCRIPTION:Annapolis Film Society Announces Special Screening of\nTHE ESSENCE OF EVA\nNew Documentary Celebrates the Life and Legacy\nof Beloved Local Songstress Eva Cassidy\nThe Annapolis Film Society and the 2026 Annapolis Film Festival are proud to present a special screening of the acclaimed new feature documentary THE ESSENCE OF EVA on Thursday\, June 4\, 2026\, at 7 PM in the Main Auditorium at Maryland Hall. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $20.\n\nThe 2026 Annapolis Film Festival and Annapolis Film Society are made possible in part through the generous support of the Brian & Patricia Giese Foundation.\n\nDirected by acclaimed filmmakers Alex Fegan and Malcolm Willis\, THE ESSENCE OF EVA is an intimate and deeply moving portrait of legendary singer Eva Cassidy\, whose extraordinary voice continues to captivate audiences worldwide nearly three decades after her passing. Featuring never-before-heard recordings and rare archival footage\, the film explores Cassidy’s remarkable artistry\, quiet determination\, and enduring influence on music lovers around the globe.\n\nTold through the voices of her parents\, family\, friends\, collaborators\, and celebrated musicians including Mick Fleetwood and Sting\, the documentary traces Eva’s journey from her early years growing up in Maryland to the now iconic Live at Blues Alley recording that would later cement her legacy as one of the most beloved vocalists of her generation.\n\nThough Eva Cassidy passed away from melanoma in 1996 at just 33 years old\, her music found a massive international audience after her death\, ultimately achieving multi-platinum success and inspiring millions with its emotional honesty and timeless beauty.\n\nIn their director’s statement\, Fegan and Willis describe the film as “a celebration of a voice that continues to move millions\, of a legacy that grew out of authenticity\, and of a woman who\, though no longer with us\, still has so much to say.”\n\nScreening Information:\nMaryland Hall – Main Auditorium\n801 Chase Street\nAnnapolis\, MD 21401\nThursday\, June 4\, 2026\nDoors Open: 6:30 PM\nFilm Begins: 7:00 PM\n\nTickets are $20 and can be purchased at annapolisfilmfestival.org. For group sales and discounts for blocks of tickets of fifteen or higher\, please email the film festival at boxoffice@annapolisfilmfestival.com.\n\nThe Annapolis Film Society continues its mission of bringing exceptional independent and documentary films to the Annapolis community through year-round screenings and special events celebrating the power of cinema and storytelling. The Annapolis Film Society allows members early access to screenings and tickets as well as discounts on festival passes.\nTickets are on sale now. For information\, visit www.annapolisfilmfestival.org | 410-263-3444 | Ticket link: https://annapolisfilmsociety.eventive.org/schedule/69fcc54bb28acaee7b0c1dc2
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LOCATION:Maryland Hall\, 801 Chase St.\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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SUMMARY:AFF26 programs\, Documentary Shorts: The Joy of True Stories
DESCRIPTION:Annapolis Film Society Brings Back Crowd Favorite “The\nJoy of True Stories” Documentary Shorts Program\nEncore screening set for April 15 at Maryland Hall \nDue to overwhelming audience demand\, the\nAnnapolis Film Society is thrilled to announce a special encore presentation of the\nbeloved documentary shorts program\, “The Joy of True Stories\,” on Wednesday\, April\n15\, at 7:00 PM at Maryland Hall’s Bowen Theater in the Goldstein-Cunitz Film and New\nMedia Center.  \nDoors open at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $20. \nhttps://annapolisfilmsociety.eventive.org/schedule/69d295cbdf007194dc69c21f \nThis acclaimed collection—fresh from the 2026 Annapolis Film Festival—celebrates the\npower\, humor\, and humanity of real-life storytelling. From laugh-out-loud moments to\ndeeply moving reflections\, these short documentaries capture the unexpected\, the\ninspiring\, and the unforgettable.\nThe program includes:\n● BEING BUBLÉ (Dir. Dan Perlman)\nA wildly entertaining story of a man hilariously out of his depth\, hired to\nimpersonate Michael Bublé at a lavish party—with no resemblance and no\nsinging ability.\n● DOC ALBANY (Dir. Ben Proudfoot)\nA compelling portrait of a young OB/GYN weighing her future while serving a\nrural Georgia community in urgent need of care.\n● LOVE BIRDS (Dirs. Elliott Kennerson & Angel Morris)\nA fascinating look at a groundbreaking scientific discovery by a married couple\nstudying seagulls in the 1970s.\n● STALIN BOYS (Dirs. Bianca Giaever & Ora Dekornfeld)\nA surprising and thought-provoking story of middle school boys in Texas\nstaging a play about an unlikely historical figure.\n● THE BADDEST SPEECHWRITER OF ALL (Dirs. Ben Proudfoot & Stephen Curry)\nA powerful and intimate reflection from Martin Luther King Jr.’s longtime lawyer\nand speechwriter—winner of both the Jury and Audience Awards at the 2026\nAnnapolis Film Festival. \n“This program truly captures the magic of documentary storytelling\,” said festival\norganizers. “It’s funny\, moving\, surprising—and a reminder that truth is often more\nextraordinary than fiction.”\nDon’t miss this opportunity to experience one of the most talked-about programs from\nthis year’s festival—back by popular demand for one night only.\nTickets are $20 and can be purchased at annapolisfilmfestival.com. For group sales and\ndiscounts for blocks of tickets of fifteen or higher\, please email the film festival at\nboxoffice@annapolisfilmfestival.com\nABOUT THE ANNAPOLIS FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Annapolis Film Festival\, a 501c3 non-profit\, brings together a dynamic and diverse audience for a\nshared celebration of film that enlightens\, entertains\, and inspires. Each year\, the festival presents more\nthan 70 films. It hosts conversations with filmmakers\, actors\, producers\, and industry leaders\, creating a\ndestination event that drives tourism\, energizes the local economy\, and strengthens the cultural fabric\nof the region.\nABOUT THE BRIAN & PATRICIA GIESE FOUNDATION\nSince our founding in 2021\, the Brian & Patricia Giese Foundation has been honored to support\nincredible nonprofits that uplift our community and transform lives. We invest in faith-based initiatives\nand proudly fund organizations that make a real difference. We put God’s love into action by bringing\npeople together through community.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/aff26-programs-documentary-shorts-the-joy-of-true-stories/
LOCATION:Maryland Hall\, 801 Chase St.\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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