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BLACK CINEMA SERIES: "SING SING"
"SING SING" CELEBRATES RESILENCE AND TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF ART
The Black Cinema Series, a partnership between the Rochester Association of Black Journalists (RABJ) and the Little Theatre, presents “SING SING” at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23. The screening will be at the Little Theatre (Screen 5), 8 Winthrop St., East End District, Rochester, New York, Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Divine G (Colman Domingo), imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn't commit, finds purpose by acting in a theatre group with other incarcerated men. A true story of resilience, humanity, and the transformative power of art, starring an unforgettable ensemble cast of formerly incarcerated actors.
Following the film, there will be a post-screening discussion. The panelists will be:
*MIQUEL POWELL | Executive Director and Founder of The Reentry & Community Development Center, Inc.(RCDC-17) which is committed to working with those who are recently released from jail or prison, and those struggling with substance abuse disorders.
In addition, Powell is a NYS certified substance abuse counselor at a local non-profit agency.
*SHANIQUE BYRD | Publisher and Editor of Tocsin, with a focus on providing a voice for marginalized communities and incarcerated individuals. Tocsin is dedicated to promoting social justice and combating racism through various platforms such as their magazine, podcast and community reporting.
Tickets for the event are available for purchase in advance online, at the box office during open hours, or at the door the day of the screening.
Admission prices are $11 with a discounted rate of $7 for seniors, students and military personnel. Group prices are available in advance through the theater's business office.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE FILM, go to https://thelittle.org/bcs/
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/2598255-0
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/2598255-2
