Presented by Del’s Roadside
A roaming festival, July 10-October 16
Upstate Films has been connecting the Hudson Valley through cinema since 1972. Del’s Roadside has been a Rhinebeck pillar since 1960. In 2021, they’re joining forces to celebrate the renewing power of art, culture and ice cream cones, and to help reconnect us after a year in isolation.
The Hudson Valley Picture Show, produced by Upstate Films and presented by Del’s Roadside, is a traveling cinema festival held under the stars. We’ll hopscotch the river and across the valley to spread our message of joy and togetherness in partnership with some of the region’s most wonderful venues: the jaw-dropping Opus 40, the outdoor dance utopia of Kaatsbaan, the legendary Bearsville Center, the historic village of Saugerties, the world-famous Maverick Concert Hall and the stunning Art Omi. We’ll also help bring programs to the Woodstock Film Festival, the city of Kingston and O+ Fest. The series takes place most summer and autumn Saturdays and some mid-summer Thursdays. In addition to our 21 scheduled events, stay tuned for news of spontaneous projections, too.
Before each movie, the Hudson Valley Picture Show will feature regional artists and performers, with live music, poetry, dance, lively conversations and even a variety show.
A portion of each ticket sale from Dutchess County events supports Red Hook Responds and Rhinebeck Responds, a growing movement to alleviate then end poverty in our lifetimes. Ulster County events will also include donations to local organizations. In case of inclement weather, shows will be postponed till the following night. Follow Upstate Films’ Facebook feed for breaking news. Bring your own blankets, lawn chairs and snacks.
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, with live music by the Lara Hope TrioThurs., July 29, music at 7:00, film at 8:15“One of the most extraordinary worlds ever created in a film.” –Roger Ebert- Cow Flop, Saugerties, with special guest TBA and live music by the ForefathersSat., July 31, music at 7:30, film at 8:15Celebrate 15 years of Sunshine with the Hoover family, who load into a VW bus so that the young Olive can compete in a talent and beauty contest.
- At Del’s Roadside, Rhinebeck, with live music by Mac & Cheez Balkan Power TrioThurs., August 5, music at 7:00, film at 8:15Featuring the voices of George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Bill Murray and and Jason Schwartzman
- Maverick Concert Hall, West Hurley, with live music by Shutterdog Duo with Eric ArcherSat., August 7, music at 7, film at 8:15A handful of men search for rare, expensive and delicious white Alba truffles deep in the forests of Piedmont, Italy.
- Del’s Roadside, Rhinebeck, with live music by the T McCann BandThurs., August 12, music at 7:15, film at 8:00A lovable but real dysfunctional family navigates a series of transitions in Greta Gerwig’s Oscar-nominated comedy.
- Opus 40, Saugerties, with director Rebecca Miller and live music by DolunaySat., August 14, music at 6:45, film at 8:00Rebecca Miller’s sharp-witted film has romance and comedy, but it’s no typical rom-com.
- Del’s Roadside, Rhinebeck, with live music by Benji KaplanThurs., August 19, music at 7:00, film at 7:45Not only is this a thriller without on-screen violence or a visible (human) corpse, but virtually the entire movie unfolds in a single room.
