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Tribeca Festival 2026 Kicks Off with Earth, Wind & Fire

4/14/2026

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Summary

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The 25th Tribeca Festival opens June 3 with Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That’s the Weight of the World), directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson.
The Beacon Theatre screening is followed by a live performance from Earth, Wind & Fire and The Roots, and the documentary highlights founder Maurice White.
The festival runs June 3–14, 2026, with passes available now.

History

Historical Context

Founded in 2002 by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, and Craig Hatkoff, the Tribeca Film Festival emerged as a cultural response to the September 11 attacks, aiming to revitalize Lower Manhattan. Over its 25 years, the festival has showcased more than 1,500 films, drawing millions of attendees and celebrating community resilience through the arts, including tributes to influential figures like Maurice White.

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Story summary

The 25th Tribeca Festival opens June 3 with Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That’s the Weight of the World), directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson.
The Beacon Theatre screening is followed by a live performance from Earth, Wind & Fire and The Roots, and the documentary highlights founder Maurice White.
The festival runs June 3–14, 2026, with passes available now.

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