SOUNDTRACKS: Stories of the Songs That Saved Us
December 28, 2024 @ 2pm & 4pm
Worcester Historical Museum
30 Elm St. Worcester, MA
Got a story about a song from a memorable time in your life? We want to hear it! You’re invited to a special storytelling event to celebrate the stories and songs that got us through. No musical talent required or live musical performances allowed. Songs from all genres and languages welcome. Submit your idea by December 1st. If selected, you’ll tell your story and our DJ will play your song for all to enjoy. Prizes awarded. Free admission. Refreshments available. All welcome.
Send your idea to: WorcesterStorytelling@gmail.com
Pride Film Festival
Memories for Sale & Fred and Emile
We are moving the date of this event to September 2024.
Final date is yet to be determined. Sorry for the inconvenience.
At The White Room, 138 Green Street, Worcester MA; the doors open at 6:00pm
Pre-show speakers at 6:45pm, Showtime at 7:00pm and a talkback on both films afterwards (approx. 8:00pm)
Both films Directed by: Christian de Rezendez
Produced by: 4th Wall Stage Company and re-introducing Central Mass Film Festival
Moderators: Barbara Guertin (4th Wall) and Jerry Bisantz (Image Theater, Lowell)
The 4th Wall Stage Company is presenting two award-winning short films back to back about LGBT+ topics to kick off Pride Month. The films are Fred and Emile & Memories for Sale.
SYNOPSES: In Memories For Sale, Charlie, a man writing a biography on Sid Freedman, a golden age television star, is caught between a rock and a hard place. Charlie’s agent wants him to interrogate Sid about scandalous details from years ago. Charlie grapples with the decision to profit off his friend's secret or risk losing his livelihood. In the documentary, Fred and Emile, the titular gay couple, talk about their experiences in the 20th century. From growing up in a homophobic society, the challenges they faced both socially and personally, the changes that were seen all the way to their being on the front page of the newspaper. The pair give heartfelt testimonies on their struggles, the importance of their wedding and other important people and groups who were there along the way.
The admission price will be $10 with a portion of every ticket going to Safe Homes Worcester, a non-profit dedicated to supporting LGBT+ youth.
