Tomorrow the film “Whip it” opens in theaters across the state and country. This indy film has received quite a buzz over the past couple weeks. Not so much because it is directorial debut of Drew Barrymore. Also not due to my favorite actress Ellen Page being the star of the film.

Maybe it is because it is about roller derby and coincides with a recent resurgence in the sport.

Maybe…

Around the state, derby girls are hosting premier parties for the film. Three of the cities I have called home – Beloit, Madison and Milwaukee – have derby girls at local theaters supporting the flick. Want to check it out with some real live derby girls? Well, here are the details.

I accepted an invitation from the Mad Rollin’ Dolls to cover their premier party for Dane101.com Friday night. The Dolls will be at Eastgate Cinemas tomorrow from 7 – 10 p.m. with an after party at Pooley’s. On Saturday the Dolls head to Sundance Cinema for the 4:30 p.m. and 6:55 p.m. showing of the film. The after party moves upstairs to the Bar Bistro starting at 9 p.m. Check Dane101 for a complete review.

Beloit’s Stateline Divas will be at Wildwood Movies 10 Theater in Janesville for the 6:30 p.m. showing. More info available in via BDN blogs.

Finally the Brew City Bruisers will host shindigs at Ridge Cinema in New Berlin. They will be there for the 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. showing of the film. More details via their facebook invite.

If you decide to attend any of these, post pictures in the comments below.