Nine Central Film Festival Returns to Jane Pickens Theater for Two Nights
The Nine Central Film Festival, featuring short films by local filmmakers, is returning to the Jane Pickens Theater for two nights on October 2 and 3.

Providence New Bedford, RI, September 22, 2026 — The Nine Central Film Festival is set to return to the historic Jane Pickens Theater, offering a showcase for short films created by local filmmakers. The event is scheduled to take place over two consecutive nights, on October 2 and October 3.
This annual festival provides a platform for emerging and established local talent to screen their work. Attendees can expect a curated selection of short films, highlighting the diverse storytelling and creative vision present within the community’s filmmaking scene. The specific genres or themes of the films to be featured were not detailed in the provided information.
The Jane Pickens Theater, a well-known venue, will host the festival’s screenings. The theater’s capacity and specific amenities relevant to film exhibition were not mentioned. Further details regarding screening times, ticketing information, and a full list of participating filmmakers and their films are expected to be announced.
The return of the Nine Central Film Festival signifies a continued commitment to supporting local arts and culture through cinema. The duration of the festival is confirmed as two nights, with each evening dedicated to presenting a portion of the submitted short films.
Information regarding the organizers behind the Nine Central Film Festival, beyond the name of the event itself, was not provided. Similarly, the number of films expected to be screened or any specific criteria for selection were not disclosed. The previous history of the festival, beyond its current ‘return,’ also lacked specific details.
For those interested in attending, specific details about the film lineup and how to obtain tickets will be made available as the October dates approach. The event aims to bring together filmmakers and audiences for an engaging cinematic experience.
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