STAGE TUBE: TALES FROM A GHETTO KLOWN Trailer Released!

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the PBS Arts Summer Festival will this year feature John Leguizamo'S TALES FROM A GHETTO KLOWN, the documentary about the Broadway show, on Friday, July 13, 2012, 9:00-10:00 p.m. ET. The Summer Festivalbegins Friday, June 29, 2012 at 9p.m. ET. (Check local listings.)

This profile of actor/playwright John Leguizamo looks at his unorthodox rise to success, while capturing his struggles to mount his latest one-man show. From a glimpse into his Colombian and “NuyoRican” roots to his high-profile career in Hollywood, Leguizamo bares his soul, giving viewers a behind-the-scenes glimpse at one of the industry’s most versatile actors. TALES FROM A GHETTO KLOWN is a co-production of Diamante Pictures, David Chitel, Fisher Stevens and directed by Ben DeJesus; and Latino Public Broadcasting with major funding provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

The film is currently seeking support of fans via Kickstarter. They write: 'We aim to complete the film in the next few months with the highest quality standards possible. The film has been offered the opportunity to premiere on PBS this summer, but we need your support to make it happen.This documentary is more than just a behind-the-scenes look at a play; it’s a touching, hilarious, and uplifting experience that will leave many people inspired and changed. With this head start, we could bring the film the international attention that it deserves.'

Check out the trailer below!