MAGIC & MONSTERS uncovers the long-buried story of widespread sexual abuse at America’s preeminent children’s theater. In the aftermath of litigation, four survivors attempt the unthinkable: working with the very institution that harmed them. The film examines the moral obligations of institutions when confronting historical abuse. It presents an intimate exploration of trauma’s ripple effects while demonstrating how organizational transparency—despite potential risks and short-term costs—represents the only path toward genuine healing. MAGIC & MONSTERS illuminates a path toward institutional courage, and offers hope for all survivors seeking justice and reconciliation.
