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Power Ballad

Directed by John Carney
Ireland
2026
98 mins

When past-his-prime wedding singer Rick (Paul Rudd) meets fading boy-band star Danny (Nick Jonas) during a gig, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick’s songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves – even if it means risking everything he cares about. From writer-director John Carney, beloved for music films such as Once, Sing Street, and Begin Again, Power Ballad is a feel-good story about music, self-respect, friendship, and the price of ambition.

You’ll be singing the songs from the soundtrack long after you’ve left the theater and made your way to the Closing Night party.

Tickets

Saturday April 187pm

Olympia Theater

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  • Year
    2026
  • Country
    Ireland
  • Language
    English
  • Premiere Status
    Florida Premiere
  • Director
    John Carney
  • Producer
    Executive Producer: Micah Green, Daniel Steinman, Dan Friedkin, Cathleen Dore, Keith Potter Producer: Anthony Bregman, John Carney, Peter Cron, Rebecca O’Flanagan, Robert Walpole
  • Writer
    John Carney, Peter McDonald
  • Cinematographer
    Yaron Orbach
  • Editor
    Stephen O’Connell
  • Genre
    Comedy, Music/Musical
  • Theme
    Music
  • Award
    Special Presentation

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