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ABOUT JEREMY XIDO: Originally from Detroit, Jeremy graduated cum laude in Painting and Comparative Literature from Columbia University, NY and trained at the Actor’s Studio. A Fulbright and Guggenheim recipient, he’s artistic co-director of performance/film company CABULA6, voted “Company of the Year” by Ballettanz, and awarded “Outstanding Artist of the Year” by the Austrian Ministry […]

LISTEN TO FULL EPISODE ON WEMU. MAY 13 – 17 | Back for its 11th year, Cinetopia brings audiences and filmmakers together to celebrate bold cinema, independent voices, and films you cannot see anywhere else.  Featuring 18 curated films from around the world, designed by people who love film as much as you do. Cinetopia is your chance to discover unforgettable stories from filmmakers with unique perspectives […]

Listen to the full episode on WEMU. OPENING THIS WEEK “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” — NOW PLAYING AT THE MULTIPLEX Mario ventures into space, exploring cosmic worlds and tackling galactic challenges far from the familiar Mushroom Kingdom. Starring Chris Pratt, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Anya Taylor-Joy, Brie Larson, Donald Glover, Benny Safdie and Keegan-Michael Key. “The Drama” — OPENS TODAY AT THE STATE A happily […]

March 24th – 29th at the Michigan Theater The Ann Arbor Film Festival is the oldest avant-garde and experimental film festival in North America, founded in 1963. Internationally recognized as a premiere forum for independent filmmakers and artists, each year’s festival engages audiences with remarkable cinematic experiences. The six-day festival presents 40 programs with more […]

Listen to the full Episode on WEMU. 98th ACADEMY AWARDS The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will host “The Oscars” this Sunday, March 15th at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, honoring films released in 2025 across 24 categories. Hosted by Conan O’Brien for the second consecutive time, the ceremony will be televised by […]

Listen to the full episode on WEMU. “THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL” Friday, March 6th at 7 PM; Saturday, March 7th at 2 PM; and Sunday, March 8th at 2 PM, at the Michigan, presented by the Burns Park Players Plunge into this stunning stage show! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will […]

Listen to the full episode on WEMU. OPENING THIS WEEK “Pillion” — OPENS TONIGHT AT THE STATE Colin, a timid man, meets Ray, a confident biker gang leader, who initiates him into a submissive relationship, challenging Colin’s mundane existence and prompting personal growth through their unconventional dynamic. From director Harry Lighton and starring Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling. “EPiC: Elvis Presley […]

LISTEN TO FULL EPISODE ON WEMU OPENING THIS WEEK “Crime 101” — OPENS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13 AT THE MULTIPLEX A Los Angeles detective pursues an elusive thief who teams up with an insurance broker for one last heist. Starring Chris Hemsworth, Monica Barbaro, Barry Keoghan, Mark Ruffalo and Halle Berry. “GOAT” — OPENS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13 AT THE MULTIPLEX A small goat with […]

LISTEN TO FULL EPISODE ON WEMU OPENING THIS WEEK “The Moment” — OPENS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 AT THE STATE Charli XCX stars as herself, a rising pop star navigating the complexities of fame and industry pressure while preparing for her arena tour debut. Also starring Alexander Skarsgård, Rosanna Arquette, and Rachel Sennot. “Resurrection” — OPENS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 AT THE STATE […]

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE ON WEMU. AN ANN ARBOR PREMIERE!!! “Resurgo Detroit: The Rise from Within” — OPENS FRIDAY, JANUARY 30 AT 7 PM AT THE MICHIGAN A landmark documentary from director Stephen McGee and poet-producer Jessica Care Moore, created from twenty years of immersive filmmaking in Detroit. Drawing from millions of photographs and thousands of hours of footage, […]