Celebrating Juneteenth with Max Roach's Story and Music

The Brian Lehrer Show | Jun 13, 2023

Co-directors Sam Pollard and Ben Shapiro talk about their new documentary "Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes," celebrating the jazz master's life and music, which will be shown on Saturday, June 17th as part of Rooftop Films summer series. 

→Rooftop Films screening of "Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes" in Herbert Von King Park this Saturday, June 17th, 2023.  This is a free community event. Audiences can RSVP at RooftopFilms.com.  The screening will feature an introduction by Sam Pollard and Roach’s family along with live music from the Luther S. Allison Trio, presented by Jazz at Lincoln Center.  Doors open at 7:00pm.

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