Making queer stories universal: ‘Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’ premieres in London
MINDY BURROWS STARS and cast members walked the pink carpet in London on Monday for the premiere of the film adaptation of the musical "Everybody's Talking About Jamie." The musical is based on the true story of Jamie Campbell, a 16-year-old boy from the small British town of Sheffield who dreams of becoming a drag queen. Central to the storyline is Jamie's strong relationship with his mother. Newcomer Max Harwood plays the titular role and told Reuters he felt it was important for queer representation that the story be told around the world. "It's important that queer stories also become…