Can poetry change lives? “Finding the Words: The Story of Voices from Inside” is a documentary about the impact writing & community have on incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women, as well as women in recovery in Western Massachusetts.

Learn about how these women come together to write poetry, find hope and friendship, and inspire others through their performances and workshops with the public.

Finding the Words Film Premiere
Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023 7-9pm
The Academy of Music Theater, Northampton, MA

The film will premiere at the Academy of Music in Northampton on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 7pm in partnership with the Northampton Department of Health and Human Services with support from Voices from Inside, Mass Cultural Council, Northampton Arts Council, Northampton Open Media, Hampshire HOPE, and Greenfield Savings Bank. There will be a Q&A with the filmmakers and women featured in the documentary after the screening. This event is FREE and open to all.

ADDITIONAL SCREENINGS

Join us for dinner & a screening of the film at 6pm on Monday, May 1st at Greenfield Community College!

We’re heading to the Boston State House on Tuesday, June 27th for a Screening & Panel Discussion with Legislators!