Mar 19, 6PM
Level 4
Foster Theater
Free with RSVP
Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery tells the untold story of the groundbreaking music festival featuring only women artists, started by iconic Canadian singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan and her team in the late 1990s, in opposition to systemic industry barriers that limited women from playing together on a concert bill and getting back-to-back airplay on the radio.
The film is produced with the support of the original Lilith Fair founders: Sarah McLachlan, Terry McBride, Dan Fraser and Marty Diamond. It draws from more than 600 hours of never-before-seen archival footage, as well as new interviews and stories from fans, festival organizers, and artists.
The documentary reunites and features interviews with original Lilith Fair artists 2000 Inductee Bonnie Raitt, 2023 Inductee Sheryl Crow, Erykah Badu, Paula Cole, Jewel, Mýa, Natalie Merchant, Indigo Girls, and Emmylou Harris, and a new generation of artists who have carried the torch, including Brandi Carlile and Olivia Rodrigo, among others.
As the film celebrates the festival’s groundbreaking legacy and impact, it also confronts the backlash that tried to diminish it and explores what Lilith means in today’s world.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is launching the Rock & Roll Movie Club – a new spin on our film series that blends iconic music films with great drinks, casual bites, and real conversation. Across six curated screenings, guests are invited to gather early for a pre-movie reception, grab a drink and popcorn, connect with fellow music lovers, and settle in for films that celebrate the artists, scenes, and stories that shaped rock & roll. Hosted by Rock Hall staff, each night offers a slightly different experience – whether that’s guided discussion, artifact spotlights, or fun giveaways.
☆ Check out the full lineup for the Rock & Roll Movie Club ☆
PARKING: Paid meters and parking lots are available around the museum on East 9th St., Erieside Ave., Alfred Lerner Way (in front of FirstEnergy Stadium) and at the Great Lakes Science Center. You can also use these links to park in other downtown lots, reserve your parking spot in advance or to take public transportation. All sales final, tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase unless the performance is canceled.