The premiere screening of I Am Hartford: A Celebration of Diversity will take place Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 5 p.m. in Wilde Auditorium.
I Am Hartford is a student-driven initiative spearheaded by Kevin Ramsey, the director of the Theatre Division at The Hartt School. This powerful project is generously supported by the Edward C. and Ann T. Roberts Foundation, whose commitment to the arts continues to play a vital role in sustaining Hartford’s cultural vitality. The project is rooted in community engagement and highlights storytelling as a bridge between generations, cultures, and artistic practices.
The 80-minute documentary features several distinguished administrators and faculty scholars, as well as a host of community arts and business leaders, alongside those who grew up in Hartford. Together, their stories reflect the resilience, creativity, and enduring contributions of the city’s people.
“Through this project, our students are learning the power of storytelling as a tool for civic dialogue and cultural preservation,” said Ramsey. “Hartford is a city of extraordinary voices, and this film is both a tribute and an invitation to celebrate the community and our shared history.”
In addition to the premiere, screenings are planned at cultural institutions throughout fall 2025 and spring 2026, ensuring that the film reaches diverse audiences across the region.
Following the screening, there will be a community conversation with student creators, faculty, and local cultural leaders.