Upcoming Events at The Athenaeum Theatre - Chicago
Description
Join us on February 13 for an exciting Galentine’s Day screening of the award-winning film “Ginger” and a Q&A with the directors before the movie’s scheduled release in late 2020!
Event Details
Inspired by a true story, “Ginger” is a 23-year-old woman’s pretty funny, slightly sad, powerfully emotional guide to breast cancer that has received glowing reviews from audiences and film festivals around the world.
The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director and metastatic breast cancer thriver Melissa Boratyn, director Jimmy Boratyn, and several members of the cast and crew.
The first Ginger screening of 2020 is presented by Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen. It is co-sponsored by 46th District State Representative Deb Conroy, 18th District State Representative Robyn Gabel, 47th Ward Alderman Matt Martin, 43rd Ward Alderman Michele Smith, 7th District State Senator Heather Steans, 32nd Ward Alderman Scott Waguespack, and 11th District State Representative Ann M. Williams. We also appreciate the support of our community partners, Liberty Mutual and Norwegian Hospital.
A portion of the proceeds from this event will support the American Cancer Society.
VIP reception: 6 p.m.
Screening: 7 p.m.
The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director and metastatic breast cancer thriver Melissa Boratyn, director Jimmy Boratyn, and several members of the cast and crew.
The first Ginger screening of 2020 is presented by Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen. It is co-sponsored by 46th District State Representative Deb Conroy, 18th District State Representative Robyn Gabel, 47th Ward Alderman Matt Martin, 43rd Ward Alderman Michele Smith, 7th District State Senator Heather Steans, 32nd Ward Alderman Scott Waguespack, and 11th District State Representative Ann M. Williams. We also appreciate the support of our community partners, Liberty Mutual and Norwegian Hospital.
A portion of the proceeds from this event will support the American Cancer Society.
VIP reception: 6 p.m.
Screening: 7 p.m.
