Milton Studios Announces a Private Screening of "A Penitent Thief" Documentary at the Shaquille O'Neil Theatre

Newark, New Jersey Mar 4, 2025 (Issuewire.com) - Media Alert                                                                      

Media Contact:  Mr. Hugo, Event and Credential Assistant  - Milton Studios 

Email: [email protected]
Cell: (646) 772-9982

SEE WHY ARE CELEBRITIES, SPORTS FIGURES, POLITICAL LEADERS, JUDICIAL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT EXECUTIVES ARE GATHERING AT THE SHAQUILLE O'NEIL THEATER IN NEWARK, NEW JERSEY ON SUNDAY. 09 MARCH 2025 AT 6:00 PM FOR AN UNPRECEDENTED PRIVATE SCREENING OF "A PENITENT THIEF".
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - Be the first to experience this unique event and report to the public the social issues raised by "A Penitent Thief".  This riveting documentary explores the profound impact of the criminal justice system on individuals who have endured lengthy prison sentences.  Through personal testimonies, "A Penitent Thief" reveals their struggles and triumphs as they seek redemption, confront addiction, and strive to rebuild their lives outside the prison walls, determined to break free from their past and find hope for a better future. This exclusive screening has already gained national attention and has resulted in F.B.I. LEEDA inviting Director Harmatz and his documentary to their national conference. The critical issues explored by "A Penitent Thief" are newsworthy.

What:  Private Screening of "A Penitent Thief", with cast and VIPS.

Who:   Milton Studios, Director Ben Harmatz, Governor James McGreevy, FBI=LEEDA Executives. Staff of Whitney Houston's Church (New Hope Baptist Church), Team USA Coach and Athletes, Professional Boxers and Coaches, Father Doug Haefner,  Sharon McGreevy (Director Veterans Services),  Chris Pedoty (Vermont State Police), Joseph Cornado (Ocean County Pros Office - Ret.), Al Della Fave (NJSP Ret.) , Michael Fedorko (NJSP/Port Authority Police), Mohegan Tribe Chief Two Dog Bozum, Judicial and Political Leaders.

When:  Sunday, 09 March 2025, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Where:  CityPlex12, Shaquille O'Neil Theater, 360 Springfield Avenue, Newark, New Jersey Visuals:  Red Carpet and Backdrop photo opportunity (Photos by Award Winning Photographer Ray Bailey) with Director Ben Harmatz (meet and greet); saxophonist Matthew Richards who appeared on Kelly Clarkson Show will be performing in lobby (5:30 PM).  Seating in Shaquille O'Neill Theatre while musical entertainment is provided by award winning pianist & composer Mikhail Romanov (performed for Jimmy Fallon/Princess Anne)  6PM.   Welcome by Hugo (M/C); National Anthem performed by Layonne Holmes (Springsteen/Bon Jovi background singer); prayer by Rev Anthony Hawthorne; words of inspiration by Fr. Zachariah Presutti appearing on behalf of the Archdiocese of New York, followed by FBI LEEDA Executive Director Jacques Battiste.  Director Ben Harmatz speak briefly about the documentary (6:00 - 6:20 PM).  "A Penitent Thief" documentary shown 6:25 - 7:40 PM.   Governor James McGreevy provides a few words.  Closing statement by Hugo (Recipient of The Congressional Award and Four Chaplains Award).  (7:45-8:00PM)
Please contact Hugo for media credentials as law enforcement/security at the event will be extremely tight.