Mass Honors • Performing arts in cinema
Mass Honors - PACA is an international film festival recognizing distinguished performing arts in cinema. Designed for creators and audiences who believe that movement, music, and physical expression are just as vital to storytelling as dialogue and cinematography.
Festival Dates
Aug 28-29, 2027
Program Highlights
Event Program
TimeS ARE subject to change
Opening Reception
Welcoming remarks with creators and community members.
Film Camp Showcase
Screening of local summer camp films.
Performing Arts Shorts
Screening of selected shorts from around the world.
Best Music Video Selections
Screening of selected music videos.
Featured Screening: TBD
Featured screening TBD
Historic Cinema Collection: "The Cameraman" - Buster Keaton
67 MIN - 1928 Buster Keaton's classic romantic comedy.
Historic Cinema Collection: "The Cocoanuts" - Marx Bros.
95 MIN - 1929 Marx Brothers first major picture.
Historic Cinema Collection: TBD
Featured Screening: TBD
Featured screening TBD
Featured Screening: TBD
Featured screening TBD
About the festival
Mass Honors recognizes excellence across performance-driven disciplines, spotlighting artists who expand the language of cinema through movement, music, and voice.
Expect curated screenings & live Q&A's that explore the craft behind compelling performances and the future of interdisciplinary storytelling.
Read our latest article in the Waltham Times.
INAUGURAL Season Highlights
Boston premiere of “The Shadow's Edge” starring Jackie Chan, presented by Isaac Carlen for Mass Honors, was screened August 30th, 2026 at Embassy Theater.
“Splinter,” screening and Q&A with producer Isaac Carlen.
BFA Film Camp Showcase.
Award Winners
Best Martial Arts Film
Best Performing Arts Short
Festival Credits