What film is opening the 25th anniversary Tribeca Festival?

The festival will open with the documentary 'Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial VS That's the Weight of the World)'.

Who directed the Earth, Wind & Fire documentary premiering at Tribeca?

The documentary is directed by Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson, following his 2025 film about Sly Stone.

What can attendees expect after the Earth, Wind & Fire film screening?

Following the premiere, Earth, Wind & Fire will perform live, along with Questlove's group The Roots, at the Beacon Theater.

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Earth, Wind & Fire: Tribeca Fest Opens with Music Icon

14 Apr

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Summary

Tribeca Festival opens June 3 with Earth, Wind & Fire documentary.
Iconic band will perform live after the film screening.
Documentary explores band's legacy and founder Maurice White's vision.

Earth, Wind & Fire: Tribeca Fest Opens with Music Icon

The Tribeca Festival will commence its 25th anniversary on June 3 with the premiere of a documentary focused on the legendary band Earth, Wind & Fire. The film, titled 'Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial VS That's the Weight of the World)', is directed by Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson. This marks Thompson's second documentary, following his acclaimed 2025 film about Sly Stone. Following the screening, the iconic R&B group Earth, Wind & Fire is scheduled to perform, joined by Questlove's own ensemble, The Roots. The concert will take place at the Beacon Theater in Manhattan.