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Ben Matukewicz
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Creative Director - Authento Creative • Executive Director - Benson Film Festival / 📍Omaha, NE
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Oh hey. It's Ben! I'm the Creative Director at Authento Creative and I specialize in branding, design, and creative presentation. I'm now accepting new clients for 2025!
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Undercurrents at the Dock: Session 001 ✅

The stage might be small, but the creative energy was overflowing Friday night at Trudy's. Thanks to everyone who stopped by Undercurrents for some live art, poetry, and comedy!

Many thanks to the artists and performers who made this night happen.
December 8, 2025 at 6:52 PM
How it started vs how it's going:
December 7, 2025 at 9:14 PM
December 5, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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The studio assistant wants you to paws for a moment and make sure you have these events on your calendar.

⚓ Undercurrents at the Dock: TONIGHT
💀 Black Mass Movie Cult Holiday Special: Dec 18
📽️ 2026 Benson Film Festival: April 23-26

Don't disappoint Binky.
December 5, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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These performers are gonna sleigh, so let's make it rein, dear.

Featuring performances by:
✨ NegaSonic
✨ Dee Dee Monic
✨ Amelia Parke Deveaux
✨ Babygirl Uchawi

Join us, won't you?
December 4, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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Black Mass Movie Cult Holiday Special!

The cult convenes on December 18 to get festive at Flixx. Mother Jade summons you for a night of forbidden film and peculiar performance as we celebrate Life Day with a sacred screening of the STAR WARS HOLIDAY SPECIAL.

🌕 12.18.25
🔮 9 PM
🕯️ Flixx
💀 $5 offering
December 4, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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🌐 Head to helloauthento.com/calendar to learn more and discover more events!

Are we missing an event? Message us!
Calendar — Authento Creative
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December 4, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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✨ NEWLY ADDED - Artist Open Calls & Deadlines ✨

Based on community feedback, we've added a section to the calendar for artist open calls and deadlines. You'll find dates for artist opportunities such as exhibition submissions, grant applications, and more.
December 4, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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🗓️ DECEMBER COMMUNITY CALENDAR ✨

It may be cold out, but December is coming in HOT with events in the Omaha creative community! Here are some of the upcoming highlights.

⚓ Undercurrents at the Dock
🔥 Hot Shops Open House
🖼️ The Church Arthouse Fundraiser
📽️ Black Mass Movie Cult Holiday Special
December 4, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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Head to 🌐 bensonfilmfest.com/submit to learn more about submission categories, fees, and deadlines.
Submit — Benson Film Festival
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December 3, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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Submission deadlines for the 2026 Benson Film Festival are approaching fast! 📽️

We're seeking captivating narratives, powerful documentaries, intriguing experimental films, inspiring student films, and more. ✨

Submit your film today!
December 3, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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Undercurrents at the Dock: Session 001 ⚓

This Friday we're cramming the loading dock at Trudy's with live art, live poetry, and live comedy. Come hang underground during First Friday in the Benson Creative District for some raw creative energy and expression.

7-9 pm / Trudy's Artist Studios
December 3, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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It's always a treat to see your work out in the wild!

Perhaps you've seen the new FishEye Kombucha cans popping up around town. The new label design highlights the core flavor offerings of this legendary brand while inviting you to explore the mysticism of this ancient beverage. ✨
December 3, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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You're tearing me apart, Lisa!

We regret to inform you that the Black Mass Movie Brunch scheduled for this Sunday, November 30, has been postponed. Fear not, you'll have a chance to join our faithful congregation for this forbidden ritual at a later date.

Stay tuned for more...
November 28, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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The cult convenes at SET The Bar next Sunday for the first-ever Black Mass Movie Brunch! Spend your Sunday morning at the altar of cinema with a sacred screening of THE ROOM and burlesque ritual with a performance by Iona Fortune. ✨

🌕 11.30.25
🔮 11 AM
🕯️ SET The Bar
💀 $10

Join us, won't you?
November 24, 2025 at 5:58 PM
November 23, 2025 at 2:20 AM
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Black Mass Movie Brunch approaches...

11.30.25 / Set The Bar
November 21, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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Greetings from the Syd, witch you were here! 🧹

Mischief was brewing last night as the Black Mass Movie Cult coven gathered to witness the witchcraft of Jade Habron and a performance by Dee Dee Monic that held the audience spellbound before a sacred screening of HÄXAN. ✨
November 21, 2025 at 8:40 PM
The Pohlads, when asked about Twins fans:
November 21, 2025 at 7:41 AM
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🎧 Spotify ⬇️
In the Studio with Mark Cowardin
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November 19, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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Mark Cowardin joins the Arts & Crafts podcast to discuss his journey as an artist and educator. Mark and Reid enjoy an IPA while discussing the importance of community, connection, and commitment to one's creative practice.

"You learn by doing and you grow each time you make something new."
November 19, 2025 at 8:11 PM
When I posted this I didn't even realize the serendipitous juxtaposition of Ayes C.U. and Superman both doing the power pose!
Things got a bit animated last night at Flixx. 👻

The Black Mass Movie Cult congregation was drawn to the amusing antics of Jade Habron and alluring act of Ayes C.U. before a communal screening of CARTOON CRAZINESS, featuring the likes of Betty Boop, Superman, and some whacky, well-meaning ants. ✨
November 14, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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The next screening approaches...

11.20.25 / The Sydney
November 14, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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Things got a bit animated last night at Flixx. 👻

The Black Mass Movie Cult congregation was drawn to the amusing antics of Jade Habron and alluring act of Ayes C.U. before a communal screening of CARTOON CRAZINESS, featuring the likes of Betty Boop, Superman, and some whacky, well-meaning ants. ✨
November 14, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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Black Mass Movie Cult returns to The Syd next Thursday for a sacred screening of HÄXAN. 🕯️

Your cult leader Jade Habron summons you for a night of forbidden film and drag ritual with a performance by Dee Dee Monic. ✨

🌕 11.20.25
🔮 9 PM
🕯️ The Sydney
💀 $5 offering

Join us, won't you?
November 13, 2025 at 11:47 PM