REEL Outdoors: The Alpinist

2050 Main Street,Bethlehem NH 03574

06 November, 2021

Description

The life of Marc-André Leclerc, a free-spirited 23-year-old who makes some of the boldest solo ascents in history. COVID-19 Protocol: To protect yourself and others masks are required as entering and moving around the theatre. When seated, masks may be removed to enjoy the show. Directors: Peter Mortimer, Nick Rosen | Featuring: Marc-André Leclerc, Brette Harrington, Peter Mortimer, PG-13Marc-André Leclerc climbs alone, far from the limelight. The free-spirited 23-year-old makes some of the boldest solo ascents in history. With no cameras and no margin for error, Leclerc’s approach is the essence of solo adventure. “To watch Marc-André Leclerc climb is to see a great artist in his element.” — Isaac Feldberg, RogerEbert.com ------- Special Pre-film Presentation by Peter Doucette on Friday, Nov. 5th. One Night Only. Fri, Nov. 5th: Presentation: 7pm  |  The Alpinist Begins: 7:30pm Join us at 7 pm on Friday, November 5th for a special presentation by Peter Doucette before a screening of the film The Alpinist. Peter Doucette is a climber and professional mountain guide, owner and operator of Mountain Sense Guides, based in Jackson, NH. The pre-screening event will begin at 7pm, followed by the film The Alpinist at 7:30 pm.  Peter Doucette is an AMGA/IFMGA Mountain Guide and Special Teams trainer for the U.S. Military and Department of Defense. He has been guiding technical climbing since 1998 and specializes in custom guided mountain experiences. Peter is also a member of the Instructor Team for the American Mountain Guide Association and climbs extensively throughout the world having completed numerous first ascents from Alaska to Namibia. His ideal day in the alpine involves ephemeral ice, solid partnership, and good timing. Peter is an athlete for Outdoor Research and has a BS in Education from University of Maine. He lives in New Hampshire. The REEL Outdoors series is sponsored by North Country Climbing Center The Colonial Theatre is the home of arts, film, music and culture in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. The 300-seat theater offers state-of-the-art digital projection and surround sound for independent and world cinema, and hosts Grammy award-winning performing artists and family entertainment from May through October—all without losing the intimate charm of a vintage summer theater.