Mira Nair

Queen of Katwe

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 3:00pm

Little Theatre 1 (240 East Ave.)
Doors open at 2:30pm

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

Living in the slum of Katwe in Kampala, Uganda, is a constant struggle for 10-year-old Phiona and her family. Her world changes one day when she meets Robert Katende, a missionary who teaches children how to play chess. Phiona becomes fascinated with the game and soon becomes a top player under Katende’s guidance. Her success in local competitions and tournaments opens the door to a bright future and a golden chance to escape from a life of poverty.

Queen of Katwe is a feel-good movie of uncommon smarts and passion, with outstanding performances by Lupita Nyong’o and David Oyelowo, and always-great direction by Mira Nair.

Mira Nair

Accomplished Indian-American filmmaker Mira Nair has been directing feature films since the 1980s. Her films have been celebrated by the Cannes Film Festival, Venice Film Festival, nominated for the Academy Award, BAFTA, and more. She brings her unique, lush style to every storytelling work she touches, and The Little is proud to present a series of some of her best films. Browse films in this series