The voice and genius of world-renowned playwright August Wilson will live on as a new generation embraces the honesty of living in their truth in the hope of expressing their heart on a Broadway stage. GIVING VOICE follows the journey of six students whose lives will forever be changed as they compete in an August Wilson Monologue Competition. This unique event celebrates a man whose work is among the echelon of Pulitzer Prize-winning writers. The Netflix Original Documentary GIVING VOICE premieres on December 11, 2020, on Netflix.
Executive Producers Viola Davis and John Legend showcase the turmoil and victories one may face as they push through their fears to recognize and live out their dreams. “Fences” co-star Denzel Washington, along with Davis, will share the impact that Wilson’s timeless artistry and legacy have had on their careers and their hopes for the young people carrying it forward.
Let’s support the Arts and watch this documentary as it will inspire many to reach for their dreams. Enjoy the trailer below and view GIVING VOICE on December 11 on Netflix.
Synopsis:
A new generation of performers is discovered in “Giving Voice,” which follows the emotional journey of six students as they advance through the high-stakes August Wilson Monologue Competition, an event which celebrates one of America’s preeminent playwrights. Every year, thousands of students from twelve cities across the United States perform the Pulitzer Prize winner’s work (“Fences,” “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”) for a shot to perform on Broadway. Directors Jim Stern and Fernando Villena capture students discovering themselves and the world around them through Wilson’s “Century Cycle,” a canon of ten plays portraying the 20th century African American experience. Executive producer Viola Davis, along with “Fences” co-star Denzel Washington, share the impact that Wilson’s timeless artistry and legacy has had on their careers and their hopes for the young people carrying it forward. Giving Voice is an Endgame Entertainment and Pilgrim Media Group Production in association with Endeavor Content, Impact Partners, Get Lifted Film Co and JuVee Production
