DEAR LARA

A Film by Lara St. John

About the Film

Dear Lara is a feature documentary, directed by Lara St. John and produced by Patrick Hamm.

When violinist Lara St. John goes public about her own assault as a child at an elite music school she uncovers a global pattern of abuse in the classical music world and joins fellow survivors to confront an entrenched culture of silence.

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June 23 to July 1, 2026

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June 24, 2026
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The Squawk
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Duana T

Everybody Knew

On the documentary ‘Dear Lara’ and sexual abuse in fame-adjacent industries

June 23, 2026
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CBC Listen
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Tom Power

Breaking the silence on sexual abuse in the classical world

“Music was my voice even before I spoke. With Dear Lara, I’m now using that voice to help others reclaim theirs.”

– Lara St. John