Mills Entertainment

Stand By Me: The Film And Its Stars 40 Years Later

Nov 14, 2026

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2 Hours 30 Minutes

Including 20-Minute Intermission

Schuster Center

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Description

Some stories don’t fade with time—they grow deeper. For 40 years, STAND BY ME has spoken to something timeless in all of us: the wonder and heartbreak of growing up, the bonds we form in childhood, and the way those moments stay with us long after the journey ends.

Join us for a deeply special evening honoring one of the most beloved films of a generation. Experience STAND BY ME on the big screen once more, followed by an intimate, long-awaited reunion and live conversation with the stars who lived it—Corey Feldman, Jerry O’Connell, and Wil Wheaton.

Together, they’ll revisit the summer that changed everything—on set and on screen—sharing memories, laughter, and secrets behind a film that still brings people together after all these years. The evening will also include heartfelt reflections on working with their friend and co-star, the late River Phoenix, whose iconic performance continues to resonate with audiences around the world.

“I never had any friends later on like the ones I had when I was twelve.”

This night is for anyone who knows exactly what that means.

Age Recommendation

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Accessibility

We recognize that the heart of an arts organization will always be the people we bring together and experiences we share.

Please let the ticket agent know at least two weeks before the performance when you are ordering your tickets if you would like it to be sign interpreted and/or audio described. Please understand that while we will make every effort to make reasonable accommodations, certain requests may not be able to be honored.

For detailed accessibility information, including seating, audio, and sign interpretation please visit our Accessibility page.

Parking

The Arts Garage, on the northwest corner of Second and Ludlow Streets, open for all performances at the Schuster Center and Victoria Theatre. The Arts Garage is owned and operated by Dayton Live, so parking there actually helps support the arts venues used by all our great arts organizations. For more parking information, visit our Directions & Parking page.