Oscar-Nominated Prison Drama 'Sing Sing' Highlights Real-Life Theater Program

The film, based on true events, explores the transformative power of a prison theater group and features Colman Domingo in a critically acclaimed lead role.

• Colman Domingo is nominated for Best Actor at the 2025 Oscars for his portrayal of John 'Divine G' Whitfield, a real-life inmate and theater leader in 'Sing Sing.'
• 'Sing Sing' is also nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Original Song, solidifying its critical acclaim ahead of the Academy Awards.
• The film is inspired by the Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA) program at New York's Sing Sing prison, which uses theater to teach life skills and reduce recidivism rates.
• Several real-life former inmates, including Clarence 'Divine Eye' Maclin, play themselves in the movie, adding authenticity to the narrative.
• Director Greg Kwedar's film sheds light on the struggles and resilience of incarcerated individuals, offering a nuanced portrayal of prison life through art.

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