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Running time: 100 mins
17-year-old Christy is at a crossroads. Kicked out of his suburban foster home, he moves in with his estranged older brother Shane and his young family. As far as Shane is concerned this is a temporary arrangement, but Christy begins to feel at home on Cork's working-class Northside. As he makes friends and begins to let the community in, he also reconnects with his past through his seemingly more corrupting extended family, despite Shanes efforts to protect him. Shane wants something better for Christy at any cost even if it means he has to push him away. As the brothers look to reconcile their turbulent past, their family and the community around them offer hope for Christys future.
17-year-old Christy is at a crossroads. Kicked out of his suburban foster home, he moves in with his estranged older brother Shane and his young family. As far as Shane is concerned this is a temporary arrangement, but Christy begins to feel at home on Cork's working-class Northside. As he makes friends and begins to let the community in, he also reconnects with his past through his seemingly more corrupting extended family, despite Shanes efforts to protect him. Shane wants something better for Christy at any cost even if it means he has to push him away. As the brothers look to reconcile their turbulent past, their family and the community around them offer hope for Christys future.
Running time: 124 mins
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
Running time: 135 mins
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Running time: 105 mins
Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy and Theo: successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the facade of their supposedly ideal life, a storm is brewing. As Theo's career nosedives while Ivy's own takes off, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentment ignites in a modern reimagining of The War Of The Roses, based on the novel by Warren Adler.
Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy and Theo: successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the facade of their supposedly ideal life, a storm is brewing. As Theo's career nosedives while Ivy's own takes off, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentment ignites in a modern reimagining of The War Of The Roses, based on the novel by Warren Adler.
Running time: 100 mins
17-year-old Christy is at a crossroads. Kicked out of his suburban foster home, he moves in with his estranged older brother Shane and his young family. As far as Shane is concerned this is a temporary arrangement, but Christy begins to feel at home on Cork's working-class Northside. As he makes friends and begins to let the community in, he also reconnects with his past through his seemingly more corrupting extended family, despite Shanes efforts to protect him. Shane wants something better for Christy at any cost even if it means he has to push him away. As the brothers look to reconcile their turbulent past, their family and the community around them offer hope for Christys future.
17-year-old Christy is at a crossroads. Kicked out of his suburban foster home, he moves in with his estranged older brother Shane and his young family. As far as Shane is concerned this is a temporary arrangement, but Christy begins to feel at home on Cork's working-class Northside. As he makes friends and begins to let the community in, he also reconnects with his past through his seemingly more corrupting extended family, despite Shanes efforts to protect him. Shane wants something better for Christy at any cost even if it means he has to push him away. As the brothers look to reconcile their turbulent past, their family and the community around them offer hope for Christys future.
Running time: 124 mins
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
Running time: 135 mins
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Running time: 105 mins
Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy and Theo: successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the facade of their supposedly ideal life, a storm is brewing. As Theo's career nosedives while Ivy's own takes off, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentment ignites in a modern reimagining of The War Of The Roses, based on the novel by Warren Adler.
Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy and Theo: successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the facade of their supposedly ideal life, a storm is brewing. As Theo's career nosedives while Ivy's own takes off, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentment ignites in a modern reimagining of The War Of The Roses, based on the novel by Warren Adler.
Running time: 100 mins
17-year-old Christy is at a crossroads. Kicked out of his suburban foster home, he moves in with his estranged older brother Shane and his young family. As far as Shane is concerned this is a temporary arrangement, but Christy begins to feel at home on Cork's working-class Northside. As he makes friends and begins to let the community in, he also reconnects with his past through his seemingly more corrupting extended family, despite Shanes efforts to protect him. Shane wants something better for Christy at any cost even if it means he has to push him away. As the brothers look to reconcile their turbulent past, their family and the community around them offer hope for Christys future.
17-year-old Christy is at a crossroads. Kicked out of his suburban foster home, he moves in with his estranged older brother Shane and his young family. As far as Shane is concerned this is a temporary arrangement, but Christy begins to feel at home on Cork's working-class Northside. As he makes friends and begins to let the community in, he also reconnects with his past through his seemingly more corrupting extended family, despite Shanes efforts to protect him. Shane wants something better for Christy at any cost even if it means he has to push him away. As the brothers look to reconcile their turbulent past, their family and the community around them offer hope for Christys future.
Running time: 124 mins
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
Running time: 135 mins
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Running time: 105 mins
Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy and Theo: successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the facade of their supposedly ideal life, a storm is brewing. As Theo's career nosedives while Ivy's own takes off, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentment ignites in a modern reimagining of The War Of The Roses, based on the novel by Warren Adler.
Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy and Theo: successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the facade of their supposedly ideal life, a storm is brewing. As Theo's career nosedives while Ivy's own takes off, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentment ignites in a modern reimagining of The War Of The Roses, based on the novel by Warren Adler.
Running time: 110 mins
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
Running time: 124 mins
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
Running time: 93 mins
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
Running time: 135 mins
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Running time: 110 mins
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
Running time: 124 mins
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
Running time: 111 mins
Years after Tess and Anna endured an identity crisis, Anna now has a daughter of her own and a soon-to-be stepdaughter. As they navigate the myriad challenges that come when two families merge, Tess and Anna discover lightning might indeed strike twice
Years after Tess and Anna endured an identity crisis, Anna now has a daughter of her own and a soon-to-be stepdaughter. As they navigate the myriad challenges that come when two families merge, Tess and Anna discover lightning might indeed strike twice
Running time: 93 mins
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
Running time: 104 mins
An animated comedy short in which a group of former criminals do their best to get to their parole interview on time.
An animated comedy short in which a group of former criminals do their best to get to their parole interview on time.
Running time: 135 mins
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Running time: 115 mins
Running time: 110 mins
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
Running time: 124 mins
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
Running time: 111 mins
Years after Tess and Anna endured an identity crisis, Anna now has a daughter of her own and a soon-to-be stepdaughter. As they navigate the myriad challenges that come when two families merge, Tess and Anna discover lightning might indeed strike twice
Years after Tess and Anna endured an identity crisis, Anna now has a daughter of her own and a soon-to-be stepdaughter. As they navigate the myriad challenges that come when two families merge, Tess and Anna discover lightning might indeed strike twice
Running time: 93 mins
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
Running time: 104 mins
An animated comedy short in which a group of former criminals do their best to get to their parole interview on time.
An animated comedy short in which a group of former criminals do their best to get to their parole interview on time.
Running time: 135 mins
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Running time: 115 mins
Running time: 110 mins
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
Running time: 124 mins
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
Running time: 93 mins
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
Running time: 135 mins
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Running time: 110 mins
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
Running time: 124 mins
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
Running time: 93 mins
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
Running time: 135 mins
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Running time: 110 mins
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
Running time: 124 mins
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
Running time: 93 mins
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
Running time: 135 mins
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Running time: 110 mins
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
An imaginative tale of two strangers and the unbelievable journey that connects them.
Running time: 124 mins
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
Running time: 93 mins
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
European Premiere Cillian Murphy stars in Steve, based on Max Porter's acclaimed novel Shy. Directed by Tim Mielants (Small Things Like These), this powerful drama follows a headteacher battling the closure of his reform school alongside the inner turmoil of a young student (Jay Lycurgo). Produced by Cillian Murphy and Alan Moloney (Big Things Films) and written by Porter, Steve sees its European premiere at SFSH25, followed by select cinemas in September, and premiered on Netflix globally on October 3rd. For a Q&A with Cillian Murphy, Max Porter and Tim Mielants following the screening please visit Cork Opera House website.
Running time: 135 mins
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Running time: 180 mins
To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of HAMILTON, the recording of the original Broadway cast is hitting the big screen for a limited 3-day engagement, including a Cast Reunion Featuring All-New Interviews with Members of the Original Cast and Creators. An unforgettable cinematic stage performance, the filmed version of the original Broadway production of HAMILTON combines the best elements of live cinema and film to create a thrilling experience. HAMILTON is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education.
To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of HAMILTON, the recording of the original Broadway cast is hitting the big screen for a limited 3-day engagement, including a Cast Reunion Featuring All-New Interviews with Members of the Original Cast and Creators. An unforgettable cinematic stage performance, the filmed version of the original Broadway production of HAMILTON combines the best elements of live cinema and film to create a thrilling experience. HAMILTON is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education.
Running time: 180 mins
To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of HAMILTON, the recording of the original Broadway cast is hitting the big screen for a limited 3-day engagement, including a Cast Reunion Featuring All-New Interviews with Members of the Original Cast and Creators. An unforgettable cinematic stage performance, the filmed version of the original Broadway production of HAMILTON combines the best elements of live cinema and film to create a thrilling experience. HAMILTON is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education.
To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of HAMILTON, the recording of the original Broadway cast is hitting the big screen for a limited 3-day engagement, including a Cast Reunion Featuring All-New Interviews with Members of the Original Cast and Creators. An unforgettable cinematic stage performance, the filmed version of the original Broadway production of HAMILTON combines the best elements of live cinema and film to create a thrilling experience. HAMILTON is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education.
Running time: 180 mins
To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of HAMILTON, the recording of the original Broadway cast is hitting the big screen for a limited 3-day engagement, including a Cast Reunion Featuring All-New Interviews with Members of the Original Cast and Creators. An unforgettable cinematic stage performance, the filmed version of the original Broadway production of HAMILTON combines the best elements of live cinema and film to create a thrilling experience. HAMILTON is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education.
To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of HAMILTON, the recording of the original Broadway cast is hitting the big screen for a limited 3-day engagement, including a Cast Reunion Featuring All-New Interviews with Members of the Original Cast and Creators. An unforgettable cinematic stage performance, the filmed version of the original Broadway production of HAMILTON combines the best elements of live cinema and film to create a thrilling experience. HAMILTON is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education.