New Animated Film "The Last Whale Singer" Premieres March 21

Screening at DC Environmental Film Festival with ocean-themed activities for families.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 5:35pm

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A new animated film called "The Last Whale Singer" will have its DC premiere on March 21st as part of the DC Environmental Film Festival. The film follows a teenage whale named Vincent and his underwater friends on a quest to save their home reef. The screening at the Miracle Theatre will feature $5 tickets with a special code, and partners like the Glen Echo Aquarium and Whale and Dolphin Conservation will be bringing ocean-themed activities for kids.

Why it matters

This film aims to entertain and educate families about the importance of protecting marine ecosystems, using an engaging animated story to highlight environmental themes. The DC Environmental Film Festival provides a platform to showcase films that raise awareness about sustainability and conservation.

The details

"The Last Whale Singer" is an uplifting, original, and funny animated adventure that takes viewers to the depths of the sea. The film's DC premiere screening will be held on Saturday, March 21st at 1pm at the Miracle Theatre as part of the DC Environmental Film Festival. Tickets are available for $5 with the code MPEFF50.

  • The film's DC premiere screening will be on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 1pm.

The players

DC Environmental Film Festival

An annual film festival in Washington, DC that showcases movies focused on environmental themes and sustainability.

Glen Echo Aquarium

A local aquarium that will be bringing ocean-themed activities for kids to the film screening.

Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC)

A non-profit organization that works to protect whales and dolphins, and will also be participating in the event with ocean-themed activities.

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What’s next

Tickets for the March 21st screening of "The Last Whale Singer" can be purchased in advance online using the MPEFF50 discount code.

The takeaway

This family-friendly animated film provides an entertaining way to educate audiences about the importance of marine conservation, while the DC Environmental Film Festival offers a platform to showcase films that raise awareness about sustainability and protecting our natural world.