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• BAM150

BAM150

Synopsis

A captivating history of the nation's oldest performing arts center - which largely mirrors the evolution of experimental and progressive performing arts in 20th century America - BAM150 chronicles the vibrant past, present and future of the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Through footage of recent performances, intimate interviews, and an astonishing treasure trove of 150 years' worth of archival materials, BAM150 is a testament to the power and stamina of the institution that established Brooklyn as a cultural mecca-serving as a home to such greats as Enrico Caruso, Sarah Bernhardt, Edwin Booth, Merce Cunningham, Robert Wilson, Mark Morris, Laurie Anderson, and Pina Bausch.

Special Features

· Audio Commentary with director Michael Sladek
· Extended Interviews
· Deleted Scenes
· Theatrical Trailer
· Booklet featuring an essay by Charles Mee adapted from the book, BAM: The Complete Works

Film Reviews

"The story of the arts institution that's survived a century and a half is certainly worth commemorating."
- Slant Magazine

Trailer