BRKLY debuted the official trailer for Maestra, executive produced by David Letterman, the competition documentary shares personal stories of survival, passion, and perseverance of the women competing in the “La Maestra” orchestral conductor competition.

Release Date

Directed by Maggie Contreras, Maestra world premiered at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival where it won an Audience Award for Documentary; and will open in New York at the Angelika Film Center in NYC on May 24th with an LA release to follow on June 7th at the Laemmle Royal with a VOD date to follow later this year.

Synopsis

Maestra follows five incredible women from around the world who are boldly breaking glass ceilings in the male-dominated world of orchestral conducting. These stories converge in Paris for ‘La Maestra’, the only competition in the world for female conductors, to show the world the singular talent that unites them and which, for far too long, has been considered the pursuit of only men. The struggles and triumphs of the gifted artists in Maestra offer a microcosm for the challenges faced by women in every industry and in every walk of life today, while also providing valuable insights into how we may conduct ourselves as we create a new movement for a more equitable future.

“After a robust film festival tour, I am honored to bring the experience of Maestra to screens both large and small across the country. I hope audiences, especially women and girls, are inspired by the stories of these powerful competitors who are breaking barriers in the field of conducting, and are moved by the music and artistry of this unique field,” stated director Maggie Contreras.

Official Trailer

Watch the official trailer for Maestra.