(Memphis, TN): A Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Eboni Booth follows Kenneth, a middle-aged man who, after losing his job, must navigate a world he has avoided for years. It is a story of courage and self-discovery. Venue: The Circuit Playhouse Dates: May 9 – May 31, 2026
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(Portland, OR): The long-time host of This American Life shares insights from his decades-long career in public media and storytelling . Venue: Portland’5 Centers for the Arts Date: May 2, 2026
(Rapid City, SD): A veteran storyteller with 35 years on the road , Testroet offers stand-up comedy from the perspective of someone who has "seen everything and done everything". Venue: West River Comedy Date: May 15, 2026
(Paradise, CA): A moving and humorous play about a man’s journey to rebuild his life after addiction . Venue: Theatre on the Ridge Date: April 30, 2026 Film & Screenings
(Sioux Falls, SD): Arthur Miller’s classic tragedy explores the unraveling of the American Dream through the eyes of an aging father struggling with his legacy. Venue: The Premiere Playhouse at DaDa Gastropub Date: May 15, 2026
(Massapequa Park, NY): A screening of the 2025 film starring Timothée Chalamet as a 1950s table tennis player. While Chalamet is younger, the film features supporting roles by established stars like Gwyneth Paltrow and Kevin O'Leary , focusing on the relentless pursuit of greatness. Venue: Massapequa Public Library Date: April 30, 2026 Comedy & Storytelling
(Santa Barbara, CA): This film tells the story of a Marine veteran grappling with PTSD and addiction. He finds redemption and a path back to his daughter through a group of pirate re-enactors. Venue: SBIFF Riviera Theatre Date: May 1, 2026