14 shorts screen at Boulder City fundraiser

The 2027 Dam Short Film Festival returns to the Historic Boulder Theatre, and organizers are previewing the lineup with a fundraiser on Nov. 18.

The event will screen 14 short films created by Nevada filmmakers. Ken Cioe, the festival’s Director of Operations, said he and Art Director Mat Stowell reviewed all selected Nevada films from the past 12 years to choose these specific shorts.

Cioe said the selection criteria focused on creating a diverse group of films that gives the audience a genuine idea of the Dam Short Film Festival experience. The screening follows a catered reception.

Your Mom’s Italian Kitchen will provide the dinner. Beer Zombies will supply beer, and Platinum Title will donate wine. Cioe noted that attendees can get dinner and a show for $40.

The fundraiser also includes a silent auction. Items for auction include a four-pack of Golden Knights tickets, a helicopter tour for two from Papillion, a two-night staycation at the Boulder Dam Hotel, and a round of golf at Boulder Creek for four.

The festival previously held its fundraisers at the Beverly Theatre in downtown Las Vegas. Cioe said the funds raised there helped finance the festival. After negotiating a return to the Historic Boulder Theatre, the organizers asked if they could host the fundraiser there as well.

Desi Arnaz, the owner, and Anna McKay, the manager, agreed to the request. Cioe said the Boulder City location allows for a larger event and keeps the fundraiser in the home of the Dam Short Film Festival. Tickets are available at damshortfilm.org. The 2027 festival is set for Feb. 17-21.