Taylor Mac’s 24-Decade History of Popular Music: Screening & Discussion

Arrive early to mingle in a special pre-screening reception at 6:30 p.m.

Rich with stunning musical performances, the documentary Taylor Mac's 24-Decade History of Popular Music captures Taylor Mac's marathon, 24-hour immersive theatrical experience. Performing live for 24 hours, with each hour representing a decade of American musical history, Taylor Mac's one-time-only concert offered an alternative take on U.S. history. This documentary version of Mac's groundbreaking concert allows audiences to experience an abridged version of this seminal work, complete with a view of Mac's elaborate, decade-specific costumes.

After the screening, audiences will have the opportunity to meet the artist himself for a live Q&A. Whether you want to learn about his career as a groundbreaking performer, or discuss anything related to American musical history, Taylor Mac, described as a "devastatingly intelligent artist of conflation" in the New York Times, is sure to lead an insightful discussion.