Escapism and Activism: September 6

"Alright Now: Escapism and Activism in the American Scene": Griel Marcus and Todd Gitlin

Thursday, September 6 at 7pm at the Whitney

945 Madison Avenue at 75th St.

While the late 60s are often described as a singular moment, the legacy of that time still echoes in current artistic and political debates. Join cultural historian Greil Marcus and media scholar Todd Gitlin as they consider the historical and ongoing relationships between popular culture and politics.

Culture and Conflict: Then and Now
A two-part series, in conjunction with Summer of Love, exploring cultural production in the shadow of turbulent politics, from 1967 to 2007.

Admission: $8; senior citizens and students with valid ID $6. All programs are free for members. Advance sales are strongly recommended as space is limited. Tickets may be purchased by clicking on the link to the right or by visiting the Museum Admission Desk. For Member reservations, please email memberinfo@whitney.org. Inquiries: Email public_programs@whitney.org or call (212) 570-7715.

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