Saving Our Theatre

Film Synopsis

A documentary film exploring the challenges facing three upper Michigan theatre groups and how they plan to survive and provide value to their communities as cultural hubs. Featuring the Vista Theater in Negaunee, the Keweenaw Storytelling Center in Calumet, and the Masonic Theater in Marquette.

Showings

Fri, Oct 20 Friday, Oct 20

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PWPL – Community Room

Sat, Oct 21 Saturday, Oct 21

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Masonic Building – Ballroom

  • Filmmakers in attendance
  • Subjects in attendance
  • Contains adult language

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