Peggy Gilbert & Her All-Girl Band
Thursday, August 9 at 7:30pm
The third season of Frameline at the Center continues with Peggy Gilbert & Her All-Girl Band.
An inspiring, delightful and heartwarming portrait of an indomitable and ageless woman who broke through stereotypes and pioneered the way for women musicians everywhere. As a performer on saxophones, clarinet, violin, and vibes, as well as a singer, arranger, and contractor for women musicians, Peggy Gilbert has been a one-woman support network and staunch advocate for women since the 1920s.
Alternating between interviews with Peggy (whose wry humor, remarkable memory, and spunky sweetness shine through like a good jazz riff) and bits of Americana, in fascinating personal photos and nostalgic postcards through the courage and sacrifice of war to the establishment of fair practices she forwarded via the Music Union — this is a multi-layered portrait of a great woman and a burgeoning America.
Narrated by Lily Tomlin and full of insightful interviews with a treasury of jazz and music greats, this film by Jeannie Pool touches the heart and the funny bone and strengthens anyone's backbone — because this gal is such a survivor, we all have no excuses for not making things in life go better for everyone we care about. Peggy Gilbert & Her All-Girl Band will appeal to musicians and non-musicians, to young and old alike, to anyone who has ever asked, 'What does it take to make a difference?' It's a saga. Don't miss it!
Kindly arrive early as seating is limited. Don’t miss this FREE screening of this fascinating film!