Bay Street Theatre Screens TYSON, 3/15

Bay Street announces that The Retreat, Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (LICADD) and Southampton Hospital will host a screening of the film TYSON at Bay Street Theatre on Thursday, March 15 at 7 pm. Renowned author, Steven Gaines, will moderate a panel discussion on the role of drug and alcohol abuse, and the social construction of masculinity in spiking incidences of violence against women. The distinguished panel will include Dr. Charlie Robbins, Vice Provost of Undergraduate Education at Stony Brook University, among other experts on the topic.

The Retreat recently joined forces with LICADD on a groundbreaking federal initiative to engage men in preventing violence against women. This initiative will raise awareness of the link between substance abuse and violence against women, and engage men to become part of the solution. The film TYSON narrates the rise and fall of the often controversial champion boxer Mike Tyson. A mixture of original interviews and archival footage sheds light on Tyson’s rollercoaster experience of intense highs and extreme lows and the events leading to Tyson’s downfall which included both physical and sexual violence against women, and substance abuse. Members of the community, particularly those involved in education, the mental health professions, and school athletic programs, will benefit from this program.

“This film is the perfect catalyst for us as a community to start talking about domestic violence, bullying, and substance abuse. Our panelists are sure to add perspective and insight to these issues that many are struggling with,” said Jeffrey Friedman, Executive Director, The Retreat.

The film is Rated R. A $10 suggested donation benefits Bay Street Theatre.

Bay Street Theatre is a not-for-profit regional theater presenting new, classic and contemporary works, with a commitment to challenging and entertaining our diverse community. This commitment extends to innovative educational programs that highlight the power of live theater. It is our mission to be an artistic haven for an extended family of artists and audience, while continuing to provide a gathering place to share in the unique collective theatrical experience.