For the 19th year, Drum Corps International (DCI) is set to bring the power of the world’s most elite marching music ensembles to theatres. “Big, Loud & Live” returns on Thursday, August 6, presented in partnership with Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide.

Broadcast live from Lucas Oil Stadium in downtown Indianapolis, the annual event showcases the top 15 competing corps. These musical athletes spend their summers rehearsing for hours a day and traveling upward of 10,000 miles to achieve perfection. With up to 165 brass musicians, percussionists and color guard dance performers ranging in age from 14 to 22 in each performing drum corps, the broadcast will capture every intricate visual formation and wall of sound in high definition.

“Our fans responded positively to the return of the cinema event last year and we’re excited to be back in theatres again with Fathom in 2026,” said Nate Boudreaux, DCI CEO. “This live theatrical event gives us a chance to showcase the first night of our World Championships to fans from across the country who cannot make it to Indianapolis.”

The approximately five-hour event will include live commentary, interviews, and real-time scoring, offering viewers a front-row seat to the 2026 DCI World Championship Prelims.

“Drum Corps International remains one of Fathom Entertainment’s longest-standing partners, and it’s rewarding to see Big, Loud & Live return to theatres for a 19th year,” said Ray Nutt, CEO of Fathom Entertainment. “What began as an early vision for live cinema has grown into a nationwide event that brings the World Championship Prelims to tens of thousands of fans each summer. Fathom is proud to continue delivering this one-of-a-kind experience on the big screen.”

Tickets for DCI 2026: Big, Loud & Live will be available online on Friday, June 26 and at participating theatre box offices (theatre locations are subject to change). For more information and to be among the first notified when tickets go on sale, please visit Fathom Entertainment.

About Fathom Entertainment
Fathom Entertainment is the leading global specialty distributor of content to movie theatres. For more than 20 years, Fathom Entertainment has pioneered theatrical distribution of events and special engagements across various genres and formats, including feature films, episodic content, documentaries, concerts, and live events. Fathom consistently ranks among the top 10 theatrical distributors in North America and distributes content to cinemas worldwide. Fathom Entertainment is owned by AMC Entertainment Inc. (NYSE: AMC), Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK), and Regal Cineworld Group (LSE: CINE.L). For more information, visit FathomEntertainment.com