Thu May 9, 2024
"Pure: The Sexual Revolutions of Marilyn Chambers" Book Release ft. Author Jared Stearns in conversation with McKenna Taylor
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To celebrate the release of "Pure: The Sexual Revolutions of Marilyn Chambers", Jared Stearns will give a presentation on his book and research, followed by a conversation with Chambers' daughter, McKenna Taylor, to discuss her life and legacy. Join us at the Tenderloin Museum on Thursday May 9, 2024. Register to attend via Eventbrite, tickets are free or by suggested donation ($10).
Marilyn Chambers is a legend here in the Tenderloin. Her breakthrough to fame-the starring role in the groundbreaking X-rated film Behind the Green Door-was filmed in part and premiered at the Mitchell Brothers' O'Farrell Theater. That flick's followup, Resurrection of Eve, featured an orgy scene shot next door at the historic Great American Music Hall (itself a boundary pushing site during its time as burlesque pioneer Sally Rand's Music Box). Chambers' name practically lived on the marquee of the Mitchell Brothers' infamous TL establishment (and others across the country) during the 1970s era of "porno-chic." In 1985, she was booked by an SF vice-squad for committing a lewd act in a public place and soliciting prostitution, part of Mayor Feinstein's anti-porn crusades. With recollections from family and friends, many of whom have never spoken publicly, along with Marilyn's own words, and never-before-published photos, Jared Stearns vividly captures the revolutionary career of one of the twentieth century's most misunderstood icons.
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Marilyn Chambers is a legend here in the Tenderloin. Her breakthrough to fame-the starring role in the groundbreaking X-rated film Behind the Green Door-was filmed in part and premiered at the Mitchell Brothers' O'Farrell Theater. That flick's followup, Resurrection of Eve, featured an orgy scene shot next door at the historic Great American Music Hall (itself a boundary pushing site during its time as burlesque pioneer Sally Rand's Music Box). Chambers' name practically lived on the marquee of the Mitchell Brothers' infamous TL establishment (and others across the country) during the 1970s era of "porno-chic." In 1985, she was booked by an SF vice-squad for committing a lewd act in a public place and soliciting prostitution, part of Mayor Feinstein's anti-porn crusades. With recollections from family and friends, many of whom have never spoken publicly, along with Marilyn's own words, and never-before-published photos, Jared Stearns vividly captures the revolutionary career of one of the twentieth century's most misunderstood icons.
To celebrate the release of "Pure: The Sexual Revolutions of Marilyn Chambers", Jared Stearns will give a presentation on his book and research, followed by a conversation with Chambers' daughter, McKenna Taylor, to discuss her life and legacy. Join us at the Tenderloin Museum on Thursday May 9, 2024. Register to attend via Eventbrite, tickets are free or by suggested donation ($10).
Marilyn Chambers is a legend here in the Tenderloin. Her breakthrough to fame-the starring role in the groundbreaking X-rated film Behind the Green Door-was filmed in part and premiered at the Mitchell Brothers' O'Farrell Theater. That flick's followup, Resurrection of Eve, featured an orgy scene shot next door at the historic Great American Music Hall (itself a boundary pushing site during its time as burlesque pioneer Sally Rand's Music Box). Chambers' name practically lived on the marquee of the Mitchell Brothers' infamous TL establishment (and others across the country) during the 1970s era of "porno-chic." In 1985, she was booked by an SF vice-squad for committing a lewd act in a public place and soliciting prostitution, part of Mayor Feinstein's anti-porn crusades. With recollections from family and friends, many of whom have never spoken publicly, along with Marilyn's own words, and never-before-published photos, Jared Stearns vividly captures the revolutionary career of one of the twentieth century's most misunderstood icons.
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Marilyn Chambers is a legend here in the Tenderloin. Her breakthrough to fame-the starring role in the groundbreaking X-rated film Behind the Green Door-was filmed in part and premiered at the Mitchell Brothers' O'Farrell Theater. That flick's followup, Resurrection of Eve, featured an orgy scene shot next door at the historic Great American Music Hall (itself a boundary pushing site during its time as burlesque pioneer Sally Rand's Music Box). Chambers' name practically lived on the marquee of the Mitchell Brothers' infamous TL establishment (and others across the country) during the 1970s era of "porno-chic." In 1985, she was booked by an SF vice-squad for committing a lewd act in a public place and soliciting prostitution, part of Mayor Feinstein's anti-porn crusades. With recollections from family and friends, many of whom have never spoken publicly, along with Marilyn's own words, and never-before-published photos, Jared Stearns vividly captures the revolutionary career of one of the twentieth century's most misunderstood icons.
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