  A SOLO PERFORMANCE - 88 Stories, written and performed by Jeremy Schonfeld, is an intimate, career-spanning one-man show that intertwines Jeremy’s emotionally compelling original songs with the deeply personal stories that have inspired, shaped, and defined his life and art. Through this captivating blend of solo performance and storytelling, 88 Stories transforms the concert experience into a raw and powerful exploration of family, faith, perseverance, and the stories that bind us all.
"A Better Place for You and Me" Music from the film The Father Who Stayed Proof of Rain - Jeremy Schonfeld (Official Music Video) For more on jeremyschonfeld.com  Film Viewing and Q&A with writer-director and No Film School podcast host GG Hawkins to follow the screening.
When a woman grows disillusioned with her golden-boy husband during their tropical honeymoon, she recruits an enigmatic expat to spice things up—for better or worse. Just one year into her marriage, Teresa hopes her honeymoon in the tropical paradise of Bocas del Toro, Panamá will be the pinnacle of her relationship thus far. Yet, upon arrival, her husband Drew’s people-pleasing begins to push her to the edge. Stripped of the routines that barely sustain their newlywed bond and unwilling to confront her true feelings, Teresa becomes captivated by Paz, a free-spirited expat who manages their vacation rental. Driven by this infatuation, Teresa suggests a wild way to spice up her marriage. ***** “ Messy, truthful, and undeniably human, it’s the rare romantic film that understands … ” – moviejawn.com “ … a refreshingly fluid approach to sexuality …” – Variety “ … Hawkins’ well-crafted indie satire functions as a cautionary tale …” – Paste Magazine ***** GG Hawkins is a writer-director whose work explores the female experience and millennial ennui. Her work has been showcased at the Tribeca Festival, HollyShorts, Salute Your Shorts and more. Her debut feature, I Really Love My Husband, premiered at SXSW 2025 to critical acclaim, won the first time director award at Chattanooga and best film at the Female Eye Film Festival. I Really Love My Husband screened theatrically, and is now streaming. GG also hosts the No Film School podcast, exploring the craft of filmmaking and interviewing talents such as Kelly Fremon Craig, Pete Docter, and James Mangold. and writes the newsletter Making It, about microbudget filmmaking and her work-in-progress career. More on Beacon Film Society In late 2024, Laurie MacAllister embarked on an exciting new chapter, launching a solo career with a sold-out performance at the legendary Club Passim. Two decades earlier, she co-founded the beloved Americana trio Red Molly, which released seven acclaimed albums and toured both the U.S. and internationally, including appearances at MerleFest, Cayamo, and Boston Symphony Hall. Her 2018 self-produced solo album "The Lies the Poets Tell" is a heartfelt tribute to the contemporary folk music scene, celebrating a handful of its best songs and songwriters. It features duets with six male artists, including the late Americana master Jimmy LaFave. SiriusXM praised the album as “Defining. A curated collection packed with emotional vibrancy.”  From a young girl with a quiet dream of becoming a singer, Laurie’s journey has unfolded one song at a time. Over more than two decades, she’s made her dream into a reality.
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