Manhattan Short Film Festival: You Be the Judge! at Shubert Theatre

Be part of the 29th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival at the Shubert Theatre on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. The screening begins at 6 pm.

Audiences will join film enthusiasts at more than 500 venues around the world to watch this year’s ten finalist short films. After the screenings, attendees will have the opportunity to cast their votes for Best Film and Best Actor, helping determine the festival’s global winners. Many past Manhattan Short Film Festival selections have gone on to receive Academy Award nominations, making this an opportunity to discover emerging filmmakers and outstanding short films from around the world.

Ballots will be provided upon entry.

Shubert Theatre is located at 247 College Street, New Haven, CT 06510. For tickets and additional information, visit https://www.shubert.com/events/detail/manhattan-short-film-festival.