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Program 1 – Documentary Shorts

  • Coney Island Museum 1208 Surf Avenue Brooklyn, NY, 11224 United States (map)

Tickets- $10

*Tickets do not ship. Will call pick up only.

*The Coney Island Museum is located on the second floor and is not wheelchair-accessible at this time

Replay
Directed by Phil Mazo, USA, Documentary Short, 3:25
A man has the chance for redemption over a humiliating TV show appearance from his childhood in this docu-comedy.

Teaser Reel: Before It Was Cool
Directed by Michael West, Lia Komakhidze, USA, Documentary Short, 12:06
A short taste of the feel-good documentary about a group of Indie Rock bands in the last century who made a media splash in New York and went on to form a dispersed but loving community.

Penny
Directed by Nina Sacharow, Brian Taylor, USA, Documentary Short, 10:41

Penny is a documentary short that spotlights a Bay Ridge psychic. With unique access to Penny's phone sessions, the piece reveals one woman's path of self-discovery to share her gifts with others.

RollerJam: The Last Roll
Directed by John Whitlock, Aaron Matthews, USA, Documentary Short, 15:27, World Premiere
For nearly two decades, Staten Island’s RollerJam USA was the only year-round, dedicated roller rink in NYC. On May 4th, 2024 due to rising rent and challenging economic conditions, it was forced to shut its doors.
 
Shot over the course of the rink's final night, RollerJam: The Last Roll offers a glimpse into the vibrant, but often overlooked, global skating subculture. Revealing interviews with legendary skate DJ Big Bob, and other key figures in the New York skate scene shed light on skating history, while heartfelt moments with RollerJam’s owner and loyal patrons capture this historic NYC rink's lively and diverse community.

Stoop Chat with Maani & Mr. Sweat
Directed by Marj Kleinman, Christine Thomas Yoon, USA, Documentary Short, 14:09, NYC Premiere
"Stoop Chat with Maani and Mr. Sweat" brings you to the Brooklyn stoops of Mr. Sweat, a dapper neighborhood elder and Vietnam veteran with old school swagger, and Maani, a young aspiring entrepreneur. Against the vibrant cultural backdrop of Bedford-Stuyvesant, this documentary captures the power of mentorship and the enduring spirit of Black identity.

 The Life and Times of Tough Tony Pellone
Directed by Bobby Cassidy, USA, Documentary Short, 24:21
A look at the colorful life and legacy of former boxer Tony Pellone, a fan favorite who mixed with mobsters and celebrities. He and his family were a fixture in Coney Island for decades.

Location: Coney Island Museum
*The Coney Island Museum is located on the second floor and is not wheelchair-accessible at this time


All ticket sales are non-refundable and WILL CALL only to be picked up night of performance, at our box office at 1208 Surf Avenue. TICKETS WILL NOT SHIP. There are no extra service fees for online purchase. Please check your junk or spam folder if you do not receive an email confirmation in your inbox.

Coney Island USA reserves the right to cancel a performance at any time. Advance ticket purchases will be refunded if such a situation arises.

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Program 2 – Comedy Shorts