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 29-30, 2026
Program Highlights
Event Program
TimeS ARE subject to change
Opening Day Reception
Welcome remarks, music, and festival overview.
Best Musical Performance
Screening of selected musical performances.
Six: The Musical
Screening of Tony Award winning production of "Six: The Musical Live!"
Best Choreography Selections
Screening of selected choreography.
Best Music Video Selections
Screening of selected music videos.
MJ Tribute
Tribute to Michael Jackson with speakers.
Michael
Michael Jackson Biopic
Film Camp Selections
Screening of local summer camp films.
Performing Arts Shorts
Screening of select performing arts films
Featured Screening: "Splinter"
Starring Golden Globe & Academy Award winner Debbie Allen, followed by Q&A with director Rio Contrada and producer Isaac Carlen.
Best Performing Arts Shorts
Screening of selected performing arts shorts.
Awards Reception
Festival honors and closing celebration.
The Shadow's Edge w/ Jackie Chan
Limited screening of Jackie Chan's, "The Shadow's Edge."
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 discussions, and hands-on workshops that explore the craft behind compelling performances and the future of interdisciplinary storytelling.
The program culminates in the awards ceremony and a tribute to artists who transform motion into unforgettable film experiences.
Festival Credits