Columbus State Univ /Schwob School of Music

We are thrilled to invite you to an exclusive, FREE screening of the powerful documentary 999: The Forgotten Girls on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 7:30 p.m., at Legacy Hall, RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. This gripping film uncovers the long- forgotten story of 999 young, unmarried Jewish women who were registered for government work at a shoe factory—only to find themselves on the First Official Jewish Transport to Auschwitz. Their journey, resilience, and the harrowing realities of survival are brought to light in this emotional and eye-opening documentary. The film is based on the international bestseller 999: The Extraordinary Young Women of the First Official Jewish Transport to Auschwitz, which has been translated into 19 languages and is touching audiences worldwide.

Special Guests:

Heather Dune Macadam, writer and director

Jay Heit, producer

George Morency, music and sound supervisor