MIDSUMMER IN NEWTOWN

Film Info
Director:Lloyd Kramer
Running Time:81 min.
Country:USA
Year of Release:2016
Premiere:West Coast Premiere

Description

In the wake of the Sandy Hook tragedy, a theater production seeks to cast local children in a rock version of A Midsummer Night's Dream, which they hope will heal a community devastated by the school shooting. From auditions to dress rehearsals, we witness the children find their voices and ultimately shine on opening night.  It is a powerful testament to the transformative force of artistic expression and to the resilience of a community that is fighting to not be defined by tragedy.
-Chris Metzler