Documentary on Robert Smalls makes Charleston premiere
Thursday, May 08, 2008CHARLESTON --- The African American Historical Alliance will present the Charleston premiere of "Congressman Robert Smalls: A Patriot's Journey from Slavery to Capitol Hill," a documentary focusing on the life and accomplishments of South Carolinian Robert Smalls. The documentary, produced by Adrena Ifill with DoubleBack Productions, was the winner of the "Best Documentary" at the 2007 Arizona Black Film Showcase.
The screening will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at the American Theater, 446 King St. in Charleston. A panel discussion with the producer and several South Carolina historians will be held immediately following the screening. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling 843-216-0442. Students are free with ID.
All proceeds from the screening will go to purchase DVDs of this documentary for South Carolina schools. For more information, call 843-216-0442.
Special to The T&D
