Witness a celebration of the human spirit in Disney’s Queen of Katwe, the story of a Ugandan girl’s life which changes forever when she discovers her amazing talent for chess. Screening followed by a discussion with Phiona Mutesi, whose vibrant true story is the subject of the film. Hop over to Kidseum after for a chess demonstration with the Queen of Katwe herself!

(Biography; 2016, 124 min.)

Program

12 PM: Film screening followed by Q&A with Queen of Katwe
3 PM: Chess demonstration at Kidseum

Location: Norma Kershaw Auditorium
PURCHASE TICKETSScreening, Discussion + Kidseum access: Member or with paid museum admission $15 | $20
PURCHASE TICKETSScreening + Discussion only: Member or with paid museum admission $9 | General $12

TICKETS: Online or onsite. Questions? E-mail programs@bowers.org or call 714.567.3677. Proceeds benefit Bowers Museum Education Programs. Tickets are non-refundable.