Black Cinema Series

WADE IN THE WATER

A Journey into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 | 7:30pm

Little Theatre 1 (240 East Ave.)
Doors open at 7:00pm

Regular ticket prices
Tickets available online in advance, at our box office during open hours, or at the door (if available).

SCREENING AND Q&A | Braiding historical accounts with modern-day testimonials, Wade in the Water showcases the 1,000-year-old tradition of Black surfing and aquatic culture from Africa to the Americas. The film attempts to dismantle the racial barriers of conventional surf culture, while also exploring the current movement — inspiring the next generation of Black surfers through equitable access to surfing in BIPOC communities, women’s surf clubs, and public policies that promote environmental stewardship and protection.

Q&A PARTICIPANTS

• David Mesfin – Director, Wade in the Water
• Sharon Schaffer – First Female Pro Black Surfer
• Greg & Marie Rachal – Co-Founder of Black Surfers Collective
• Nathan Fluellen – Founder of A Great Day in the Stoke
• Moderator: Jalen McGill  – Sports Director, 105.5 The Beat

Black Cinema Series

The Little Theatre’s Black Cinema Series, presented in partnership with the Rochester Association of Black Journalists (RABJ), screens both scripted and non-fiction films about the Black experience. With an emphasis on contemporary independent films, the series highlights Black perspectives and filmmakers, with screenings and panel discussions with community experts and filmmakers. More details about the Black Cinema Series Browse all films in this series