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HAM: A Musical Memoir

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HAM: A Musical Memoir is the comic and poignant true story of Sam Harris's life growing up in Oklahoma's Bible Belt during the 60s and 70s as a sensitive and prodigiously talented kid who dreams of playing Helen Keller at age 5, wishes he was Jewish at 10, finds his voice in the black church at 15, and falls in love with a boy "who looks just like Cary Grant," followed by a depression that leads to a suicide attempt. Sam flees to Los Angeles where he sings at every dump and dive in town, finally ending up on a new TV show called Star Search (precursor to American Idol) winning the hearts of America. Fame ensues -- Broadway, television, albums, Carnegie Hall. But for Sam, less is... less. And more is never enough. After the highs and lows of a life in show business, Sam is finally forced to confront the merciless question: what is enough?

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Joel Fisher Battle Royale With Cheese Ham: A Musical Memoir is great fun for those who have known him since Star Search. Jan 15, 2021 Full Review M.V. Moorhead Less Hat, Moorhead In its broad strokes, it's a familiar story, but a story that works every time, and Harris shuttles effortlessly between the heartfelt and the comically over-the-top. Dec 23, 2020 Full Review Alan Ng Film Threat Diving into Sam's life was fun and you will have fun too...unless you hate musicals. Rated: 7/10 Dec 8, 2020 Full Review Michael A. Smith MediaMikes A filmed version of Harris' award winning off-Broadway show, "HAM: A Musical Memoir" is an entertaining - and deeply moving - look at the life of a boy with a dream and the sacrifices he had to make to keep that dream alive. Rated: 4/5 Dec 8, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Ham A musical Memoir is the poignant, powerful, raw and funny real life story of Sam Harris's life growing up a gay man in the Bible Belt of Oklahoma and the pursuit of his dream to be a performer. It is a story of determination and overcoming obstacles. Sam and his brilliant piano player/musical director Todd Schroeder take you on a roller coaster ride of emotions. In the end you are left with the hope of inclusiveness for all humans. ❤️❤️❤️ Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/31/23 Full Review Audience Member Inspired by his book of the same name, Sam Harris skillfully relates anecdotes of growing up a gay man in the buckle of the Bible Belt, as well as his experiences on stages. Sam displays his talents as an author, storyteller, songwriter, and vocalist. It is funny, witty, and dramatic - often at the same time! Kudos to Todd Schroeder, the piano player and musical director. A must see! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/22/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis HAM: A Musical Memoir is the comic and poignant true story of Sam Harris's life growing up in Oklahoma's Bible Belt during the 60s and 70s as a sensitive and prodigiously talented kid who dreams of playing Helen Keller at age 5, wishes he was Jewish at 10, finds his voice in the black church at 15, and falls in love with a boy "who looks just like Cary Grant," followed by a depression that leads to a suicide attempt. Sam flees to Los Angeles where he sings at every dump and dive in town, finally ending up on a new TV show called Star Search (precursor to American Idol) winning the hearts of America. Fame ensues -- Broadway, television, albums, Carnegie Hall. But for Sam, less is... less. And more is never enough. After the highs and lows of a life in show business, Sam is finally forced to confront the merciless question: what is enough?
Director
Andrew Putschoegl
Producer
Sam Harris
Screenwriter
Sam Harris
Distributor
Global Digital Releasing
Genre
Comedy, Musical
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 3, 2020, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 7, 2021