macbitches takes a darkly funny look at the toxic, high-stakes world of university theater, centering on a freshman who unexpectedly lands the role of Lady Macbeth. The play centers on freshman acting major Hailey, who unexpectedly scores the coveted role of Lady Macbeth. Her upperclassmen rivals immediately invite her over to “celebrate.” As the Fireball and Svedka flow, the young women interrogate their own ambitions as well as the power structures that have shaped their education—and when the night spirals into violent and shocking acts of betrayal, they come to learn that what’s done cannot be undone.

The Commanders Jazz Ensemble is part of the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West, stationed in the San Francisco Bay Area at Travis Air Force Base, California. With a diverse repertoire and exceptional talent, the ensemble offers far more than traditional big band music. While they honor legends like Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and Glenn Miller, they seamlessly transition into cool jazz, bebop, Latin rhythms, Broadway hits, and patriotic music.

The Band of the Golden West is the only active duty Air Force band west of the Rockies, and is comprised of about 60 talented and versatile Airmen-musicians under the command of Captain Brian O'Donnell.

The organization offers several outstanding performing groups: Concert Band, Ceremonial Marching Band, Commanders Jazz Ensemble, Mobility popular music ensemble, Travis Brass quintet, Golden West Brass ensemble, Golden West Winds woodwind quintet, Sierra Winds woodwind ensemble, Clarinet Quartet, and Galaxy popular music ensemble. Additionally, the Band of the Golden West provides solo vocalists for the performance of our National Anthem and solo buglers for Taps details.

A true film-lovers experience. Go to any screening block!

Friday, September 25th:

• Red-Carpet Opening Night at the Raven starts at 6 pm.

• Opening Night Kick-Off Screening at the Raven, 7 pm.

Saturday, September 26th::

• Mixed Genre Film Block, September 26, 1 PM.

• Mixed Genre Film Block, September 26, 3 PM.

• Women in Film - Film Block, September 26, 5 PM.

• Emerging Voices Student Showcase - September 26, 7:30 PM.

Sunday, September 27th::

• Documentary Film Block, September 27, 1 PM.

• Cine Latine, September 27, 3 PM.

• Mixed Genre Film Block & Awards Ceremony, September 27, 5 PM.

For details on the festival schedule, visit the Raven website or the Healdsburg International Short Film Festival website at healdsburgfilm.com.

Opening Night Screening: Be among the first to experience our outstanding selection of international short films!

• Red-carpet photos at 6 pm.
• Opening Night Kick-Off Screening at the Raven.
• Filmmaker Q&A session, following the screening.

Not valid for the Opening Night Soirée Party, which requires the combination ticket.

HISFF Opening Night Screening & Kickoff Soirée Party: A culturally rich evening!

• Red-Carpet Opening Night at the Raven starts at 6 pm.

• Opening Night Kick-Off Screening at the Raven, 7 pm.

• Kick-Off Soirée, 8:30 pm at Portalupi Wines, next to the Raven Theater.

HISFF 2026 Mixed Genre. Saturday, September 26, 1 PM Screening Block.

A collection of several outstanding films across different genres, followed by a filmmaker Q&A if the filmmakers are in attendance.

HISFF 2026: MIXED GENRE

A collection of several outstanding films across different genres, followed by a filmmaker Q&A if the filmmakers are in attendance.

HISFF 2026, WOMEN IN FILM

From a season with a preponderance of submissions by women filmmakers from across the world, this collection shines the spotlight on a remarkable cross-section of these voices, followed by a filmmaker Q&A.

HISFF SATURDAY ALL-ACCESS PASS: Drop into any Saturday screening or party... or all of them!

September 26, 2026:

• Mixed Genre Film Block, 1 PM

• Mixed Genre Film Block, 3 PM

• Women in Film-Film Block 5 PM

• Emerging Voices Student Film Block 7:30 PM

• Sweet & Uncorked Social, 8:15 PM, The Rooftop, Harmon Guest House, 227 Healdsburg Avenue (walking distance from the Raven).

Screening blocks may contain films that are not appropriate for all ages.

HISFF Emerging Voices: Student Film Showcase

The nouveau guard of cinema is screening their fresh and diverse voices in this mixed-genre shorts block, followed by a filmmaker Q&A. Recommended age: 13+.

The Rooftop at Harmon Guest House is one of the most stylish hotspots in Healdsburg. Join filmmakers, judges, and All-Access Pass holders for local wine, desserts, and splendid company!

Our premium experience. Go to any party, any screening, anytime!

Friday, September 25th:

• Red-Carpet Opening Night at the Raven starts at 6 pm.

• Opening Night Kick-Off Screening at the Raven, 7 pm.
​ • Kick-Off Soirée, 8:30 pm at Portalupi Wines, next to the Raven.

Saturday, September 26th::

• Mixed Genre Film Block, September 26, 1 PM.

• Mixed Genre Film Block, September 26, 3 PM.

• Women in Film - Film Block, September 26, 5 PM.

• Emerging Voices Student Showcase - September 26, 7:30 PM.
​• Sweet & Uncorked Social, Harmon House Rooftop - September 26, 8:15 PM.

Sunday, September 27th::

• Documentary Film Block, September 27, 1 PM.

• Cine Latine, September 27, 3 PM.

• Mixed Genre Film Block & Awards Ceremony, September 27, 5 PM.

For details on the festival schedule, visit the Raven website or the Healdsburg International Short Film Festival website at healdsburgfilm.com.

HISFF 2026: DOCUMENTARIES

An exceptional collection of documentary shorts across a variety of styles and tones, from poetic visualizations, to informative eye-opening films. A filmmaker Q&A follows.

HISFF 2026: CINE LATINE

An exceptional collection of short films by Latine filmmakers across a variety of styles and tones, from poetic visualizations, to informative eye-opening films. Some films are in Spanish with English subtitles. A filmmaker Q&A follows.

HISFF 2026: MIXED GENRE & Awards Ceremony

A collection of several outstanding films across different genres, followed by the exciting HISFF Awards Ceremony for 2026.

Guitar master Bill Frisell is among the most versatile and prolific musicians of the modern age, and he returns to the Raven with cellist Hank Roberts, vocalist Petra Haden, multi-string specialist Luke Bergman, and drummer/composer Timothy Angulo. Recognized as one of America’s 21 most vital and productive performing artists, Frisell was named an inaugural Doris Duke Artist in 2012. He is also a recipient of grants from United States Artists and Meet the Composer, among others. A singular stylist and influential artist widely considered one of the “big three” guitarists in jazz (along with John Scofield and Pat Metheny), Frisell is a GRAMMY-winning musician and composer who served as one the SFJAZZ Center’s first five Resident Artistic Directors in 2013-14. A veteran of over 40 albums as a leader with a staggering history of collaborations with artists including Joe Lovano, Elvis Costello, John Zorn, Lee Konitz, Dave Douglas, and Norah Jones.