Free Virtual Film Experience | Streaming February 2026
Soul of America is a joyful, story-driven musical experience designed to inspire kids and teens. This dynamic 45-minute program celebrates the roots, influence, and enduring power of American Rhythm & Blues through music, history, and youth voice.
Event Details
- What: Soul of America — A virtual musical experience
- Where: Online via Eventive (watch from anywhere)
- When: Streaming February 2026
- Cost: Free
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Created by students, for students, the show features middle and high school creatives from Stax Music Academy in Memphis, Tennessee. This after-school program prepares young people for careers in the entertainment industry, with students participating both on screen and behind the scenes to lead their peers through a compelling musical and cultural journey.
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Already reaching more than 190,000 young people every year, Soul of America sparks curiosity, creativity, and connection through the music that shaped our nation.
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2026 Show Plot
Set in the vibrant heart of Memphis, this joyful, music-filled TV special follows Charles, a young aspiring songwriter searching for his sound. He comes to understand that he doesn’t know the origin of the music he is influenced by. Enter Kiara, his energetic and knowledgeable classmate, whose love of Black music history sparks an unforgettable journey through Stax Music Academy and the city’s most iconic cultural landmarks.
Together, they travel across Memphis. They hang out with friends at a neighborhood juke joint, stepping into the legendary B.B. King’s Blues Club, skating through a high-energy 90s-inspired party, and arriving at the historic Tom Lee Park along the Mississippi River. Each stop comes alive through powerful performances of R&B classic hits like “634-5789,” “Hit the Road Jack,” “Hound Dog,” “Respect,” “Shining Star,” and timeless spirituals.
As the music surrounds him, Charles begins to understand that Black music is more than a sound. It is the soundtrack of triumph, struggle, joy, resistance, and legacy. Watching history unfold around him, he discovers how generations of artists shaped the music he loves today.
Standing at the river’s edge, Kiara helps Charles realize a powerful truth: knowing your roots gives your voice purpose. By the end of the journey, Charles finds confidence, clarity, and his own place in the music. He’s ready to shine.
Uplifting, educational, and filled with unforgettable performances, this show proves that when you understand where you come from, your future can soar anywhere.