Close Modal The Glassworker On Saturday, May 31, the Mugar Omni Theater is showing two screenings of the celebrated animated feature film from Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animation studio, Mano Animation Studios, and director Usman Riaz. OFFICIAL SELECTION: Annecy Festival 2024Without art and music, what do we have in this world full of conflict and war? From Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animation studio, Mano Animation Studios, and director Usman Riaz, comes The Glassworker, a new, stunning, celebrated animated feature film.A young Vincent and his father Tomas run the finest glass workshop in the country and find their lives upended by an impending war in which they want no part. The arrival in their town of an army colonel and his young, talented, violinist daughter, Alliz, shakes their reality and tests the relationship between father and son.The love that develops between Vincent and Alliz is challenged constantly by the differing views of their fathers. It is a time when patriotism and social standing are considered more important than free thought and artistic pursuits. It is a time when love is just not relevant.Experience this remarkable story in the Mugar Omni Theater, featuring New England’s only IMAX® Dome screen!Help us keep our theater clean! As with our Exhibit Halls, food and drink are not permitted in this space. Omni passes (including member Omni passes) are not valid for The Glassworker viewing on this and subsequent dates. Get Tickets Date and Time Saturday, May 31 | 6:00 pm Audience All Ages Location Mugar Omni Theater View Map Length 98 minutes Price $15 Language English Get Tickets Date and Time Saturday, May 31 | 6:00 pm Audience All Ages Location Mugar Omni Theater View Map Length 98 minutes Price $15 Language English OFFICIAL SELECTION: Annecy Festival 2024Without art and music, what do we have in this world full of conflict and war? From Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animation studio, Mano Animation Studios, and director Usman Riaz, comes The Glassworker, a new, stunning, celebrated animated feature film.A young Vincent and his father Tomas run the finest glass workshop in the country and find their lives upended by an impending war in which they want no part. The arrival in their town of an army colonel and his young, talented, violinist daughter, Alliz, shakes their reality and tests the relationship between father and son.The love that develops between Vincent and Alliz is challenged constantly by the differing views of their fathers. It is a time when patriotism and social standing are considered more important than free thought and artistic pursuits. It is a time when love is just not relevant.Experience this remarkable story in the Mugar Omni Theater, featuring New England’s only IMAX® Dome screen!Help us keep our theater clean! As with our Exhibit Halls, food and drink are not permitted in this space. Omni passes (including member Omni passes) are not valid for The Glassworker viewing on this and subsequent dates. Image In partnership with Arts Emerson ArtsEmerson is Emerson College’s professional presenting and producing organization. As part of an institution that believes in fostering creativity, passion, excellence, and inclusivity, we are using art to bring the world to Boston, and to bring Boston together. Image Co-presented with Boston Asian American Film Festival (BAAFF) New England’s Largest Asian American Film Festival empowers Asian Americans through film by showcasing Asian American experiences and serving as a resource to filmmakers and the Greater Boston Community. BAAFF is a co-production of Asian American Resource Workshop and ArtsEmerson. Image Co-presented with Subcontinental Drift Boston (SubDrift) Subcontinental Drift Boston (SubDrift) is part of a national movement building creative community amongst local South Asians. Through regular open mics and other programming, we create space for powerful artistic expression and collaboration. All are welcome!Follow us on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram Museum Connections This event is part of the Museum's Asian American & Pacific Islander Celebration, and the Museum's Being Human 2025 Yearlong Spotlight. Learn More
