


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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April 28, 2026
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Toronto Star
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Jonathan Biss
Opinion - I joined the Royal Conservatory of Music last year and resigned seven months later. After its handling of abuse allegations, I felt I had no other choice
“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

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