Using dramatic and musical performances of the letters, diaries and speeches of everyday Americans, the documentary feature film The People Speak, produced and narrated by the late, great historian Howard Zinn, gives voice to those who fought for social change throughout U.S. history.
This national film tour going on through June is sponsored by the International Socialist Organization. Proceeds benefit the Socialism 2010 Conferences, on June 17-20 in Chicago and July 1-4 in Oakland, Calif. See the Socialism 2010 Web site for more information.
Here is the list of places where screenings of The People Speak are being planned. Check back for updates.
Boston, Mass. | May 7 | 7 p.m.
Spontaneous Celebrations, 45 Danforth St., Jamaica Plain. For information: Call 617-648-0561 | E-mail [email protected] | Go to the Web site
New York City | June 9 | 7 p.m.
LGBT Center, 208 W. 13th St., Manhattan. For information: Call 646-452-8662 | E-mail [email protected] | Go to the Web site
Providence, R.I. | May 29 | 5 p.m.
Bell Street Chapel, 5 Bell Street. For information: Call 401-525-1957 | E-mail [email protected] | Go to the Web site
Washington, D.C. | May 22 | 6 p.m.
Busboys and Poets, The Langston Room, 2021 14th St. NW. For information: Call 202-903-6906
Winston-Salem, N.C. | May 13 | 7 p.m.
Salem College, Gramley Library, Assembly Room. For information: E-mail [email protected]
To add information or screenings to these listings, e-mail [email protected].