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Utah Community Programming

Utah Community

Program

As a mission-driven nonprofit arts organization that’s rooted in Utah, the Sundance Institute hosts local events and programs year-round that aim to:

Connect local audiences to the Sundance Film Festival
Introduce local audiences to independent film and immersive media.
Explore social issues and stories from around the globe.
Unite audiences and cultures through the power of storytelling.
Share the filmmaker’s journey with audiences and emerging filmmakers, including students.

September 1, 2024: Community Team Update

Hello!

As we gear up for the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, we’re excited to share that the 2025 Sundance Film Festival Volunteer Application is now open! The real benefit of volunteering isn’t just the perks—it’s being part of a passionate, local community dedicated to supporting independent art and creating positive experiences for all. Please visit our website sundance.org/volunteer for more information on what it takes to volunteer and how you can get involved.

Please check out other community events happening with local arts organizations below in Local Happenings.

Thank you!

2024 Sundance Film Festival Local Lens and Best of Fest Program

These screenings create a unique sense of community among locals during the Festival and allow many in the community to participate in our programming who may not otherwise have an opportunity to do so.

Here is what we showed for the 2024 Festival

Thelma
Wednesday, January 24, 2024 | 5 p.m.
Redstone Cinemas – 1, Park City
Plus on-line free access.

Luther: Never Too Much
Thursday, January 25, 2024 | 6 p.m.
Rose Wagner Center, Salt Lake City

FRIDA
Thursday, January 25, 2024 | 6:30 p.m.
Redstone Cinemas – 2, Park City

All films will be presented with open caption.

Best of Fest Screenings

Thelma
Friday, January 26, 2024 | 4 p.m.
The Ray Theatre, Park City

Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story
Saturday, January 27, 2024 | 4 p.m.
The Ray Theatre, Park City

Will & Harper
Saturday, January 27, 2024 | 6 p.m.
Rose Wagner Center, Salt Lake City

Freaky Tales
Saturday, January 27, 2024 | 9:30 p.m.
Rose Wagner Center, Salt Lake City

Love Me
Sunday, January 28, 2024 | 6 p.m.
Rose Wagner Center, Salt Lake City

All films will be presented with open caption.

How to Sign Up for In-Person Screenings:

Click on the film title above or find the film page on festival.sundance.org
Scroll down to the screening times
Select the screening date/time that is marked as Local Lens OR Best of Fest
Add the screening to your cart
Go to checkout
Enter your Utah address when prompted
When confirmed, the price will reduce to $0
Continue regular check out process

Contact customer support if you have any questions or difficulties.

Sundance Film Festival: Local Lens

Summer screenings of past Festival favorites.

Community Access to the Sundance Film Festival

Community access to the Festival.

Festival Screenings for Students

Inspiring the Next Generation of Storytellers within grades 9–12.

Here’s what some #sundancelocals have to say about past events.

Sundance Events for Local Filmmakers

Filmmaking Deep Dive: Honing Your Pitch with Industry Insights

Including an interactive speed pitching session, an industry best practices, and an AMA with Festival programmers. In-person, Salt Lake City, Fri. July 28, 10 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.