SONA at the Three Rivers Film Festival

On Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14, visitors can drop in to experience a selection of virtual reality and immersive pieces, including Blackstar Sanctuary and Diatribes, both featured at the 2026 SONA Immersive Storytelling Festival. The event is free, and open to all. Learn more about the SONA exhibit at the Three Rivers Film Festival. If you’re interested in going to other Three Rivers Film Festival screenings, you can use the code SONA26 for $3 off tickets. About SONA Hosted by The Kenner Room in the Department of Languages, Cultures & Applied Linguistics at Carnegie Mellon University, SONA is a forward-thinking festival that highlights the work of filmmakers, artists and creators in XR, 360° video and interactive media. Taking place annually at Carnegie Mellon University, the festival offers a platform for diverse voices and groundbreaking stories that redefine the boundaries of storytelling and technology.