OCTOBER 1-4 2026
FESTIVAL BADGE/
YSFF 2026 OFFICIAL FILM BADGE
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4
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This 4-day pass includes access to over 15 feature films (including Opening Night), 7 Special Events, Multiple Artist Q & A's, Our Shorts Program, After parties and more, at 3 different YSFF venues. Please read ALL rules and restrictions on Eventbrite ticket link.
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HANNIBAL BURESS
Stand Up Comedy
THURSDAY OCTOBER 1 @ 5:00 PM
The Foundry Theater at Antioch College​
Hannibal Buress is a comedian, actor, writer, producer, and creative performer whose distinctive voice and understated delivery have made him one of the most recognizable figures in contemporary comedy. Emerging from Chicago's vibrant stand-up scene, Buress has built a career spanning stand-up, television, film, podcasting, and live performance. As a stand-up comedian, Buress has released several acclaimed specials, including Animal Furnace, Live from Chicago, Comedy Camisado, and Miami Nights, earning praise for his dry wit, inventive storytelling, and observational humor. His television writing credits include Saturday Night Live and 30 Rock, while his acting work has featured memorable performances in Neighbors, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Tag, and the critically acclaimed series Broad City.
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KICK-OFF PARTY/
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SPECIAL EVENT
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THE BEST SUMMER
+Q&A with Director Tamra Davis
Documentary | 83 Minutes
SATURDAY OCTOBER 3 @ 8:30 PM
The Foundry Theater at Antioch College​
A found footage documentary from Director Tamra Davis (CB4, Billy Madison, Half Baked) takes place during a a concert tour in 1995 that features live performances, candid interviews and a behind the scene view of what it's like to be on tour with the Beastie Boys, Sonic Youth, Foo Fighters, Beck, Pavement, Rancid, The Amps and Bikini Kill. World Premiere Sundance Film Festival 2026. Q&A with Director Tamra Davis to follow. BADGES ACCEPTED
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OPENING NIGHT
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STEALING MAGIC
+Performances and Q&A with Andi Gladwin & David Williamson
Documentary | 88 Minutes
THURSDAY OCTOBER 1 @ 8:00PM
The Foundry Theater at Antioch College​
Magician Andi Gladwin becomes an unlikely citizen detective when he discovers someone is stealing the world’s magic tricks and selling them on illicit websites. In this international caper, he goes to incredible lengths to track down the culprits, sending an avocational spy on a journey around the globe and down the rabbit hole of potential espionage; a formula for danger and humor. Buckle up for this true crime international caper, filled with unassuming spy tactics, blackmail, cyberattacks and of course… MAGIC. World Premiere Tribeca FF 2026. Includes Q&A and Performances with Magicians Andi Gladwin and David Williamson. BADGES ACCEPTED.
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