Rolling at The Tower
Mar 16, 2025
Director
Yontan Tiruneh, John Hill-DanielOverview
Dating back to the 1800s, Birmingham’s roller skating scene is a flourishing, diverse community - but it lacks dedicated spaces. This community documentary explores the history of one roller venue, The Tower Ballroom, and considers what it tells us about the power of community action.
Cast of Rolling at The Tower
Crew of Rolling at The Tower
Yontan TirunehDirector, Cinematography- John Hill-DanielDirector, Editor, Writer
- Jen WilburProducer, Researcher, Writer, Graphic Designer
- Mia SugunasinghaProducer, Music Director, Music Producer, Sound Director, Sound Editor
- Iris BertzExecutive Producer
- Emily Mai CannonProduction Design
- Callie DerbyshireProduction Design
- Marley Starskey ButlerSound Recordist
- Reuel McFeeAssistant Editor, Camera Production Assistant
- Heather SmithResearcher
Amaan ModasarCamera Operator- Toshiq AzamLighting Production Assistant
Hadyn LloydCamera Operator- Lola Tartiglia-BakerProduction Assistant
- Erin Lee SmithSound Editor, Sound Assistant
About Rolling at The Tower
What is Rolling at The Tower about?
Dating back to the 1800s, Birmingham’s roller skating scene is a flourishing, diverse community - but it lacks dedicated spaces. This community documentary explores the history of one roller venue, The Tower Ballroom, and considers what it tells us about the power of community action.
When was Rolling at The Tower released?
Rolling at The Tower was released on March 16, 2025.
Who directed Rolling at The Tower?
Rolling at The Tower was directed by Yontan Tiruneh and John Hill-Daniel.
Who is in the cast of Rolling at The Tower?
The cast of Rolling at The Tower includes Empress Gibbs, Simone Word Smith, Charles Thomas, Danny Yaggan Richards and Edy aka “M.uuya”.