David Byrne's American Utopia

82 State Street,Newburyport MA 01950

15 September, 2021

Description

This screening features a pre-recorded intro by David Byrne, and an exclusive post-film conversation between Byrne and director Spike Lee. Join The Screening Room and theaters across the country for a special one-night-only cinematic event. Directed by Spike Lee, this filmed version of the electrifying Broadway musical sensation brings David Byrne (Talking Heads) together with 11 musical artists from around the world to perform songs from across Byrne’s career. Hailed by critics as “pure bliss,” the performance is a joyful celebration of music and dance, a call to action to engage in our democracy, and an invitation to reimagine our own utopias.