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Between 1975 and 1990, the Adonis Theater on Eighth Avenue between 50th and 51st Streets was New York City's largest and most popular gay adult movie theater. It anchored what was then known as the "Minnesota Strip" — an infamous stretch of Eighth Avenue best known for its porno theaters, peep shows, and prostitutes. How did this iconic theater come to be and what roles did politics, real estate, health, and technology have in its rise and fall? It's time to explore the stories behind one of New York's most notorious movie theaters.
Join New York Adventure Club as we uncover the history of the Adonis Theater, from when the building first opened in 1920 as the Tivoli Theater to its demise in the 1990s after serving as New York City's most notorious adult all-male film theatre for a decade.
Led by licensed NYC tour guide Robert Brenner, our virtual experience surrounding the Adonis Theater will include:
Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Robert — any and all questions about the Adonis Theater are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week!
See you there, virtually!
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About Robert
Robert Brenner is a licensed New York City tour guide, a certified member of the Guides Association of New York City (GANYC), and an almost lifelong New Yorker. He is currently pursuing a MALS in New York Studies at the CUNY Graduate Center.
Testimonials
" I appreciated how it placed the Adonis in the greater context of the entertainment industry in particular and the extensive history of the Tivoli beforehand. So happy to have specifically gay content on here, thank you!" -Milan
" It's an unusual and special topic. While the audience might be a bit narrow, it was strikingly interesting." -Charlie
" I learned new things. I hadn't heard of Chelly Wilson until this presentation!" -Duane
" Shining a light on many unacknowledged aspects of NY's past. Enjoy the presenter's way of narrating and accent" -Simon
" The presenter was extremely knowledgeable about the subject and talked about things I wasn't aware of concerning the Adonis" -Darren
" Very informative with both historical and pop culture info. Really enjoyed it!!!" -Pennie
" Robert was very knowledgeable and witty!" -Trish
" History of NYC. Context of situations and evolution of change. Marvelous. Enjoyable and provided an understanding of what cultural shifts we lived through on multiple levels. Very good. Thank you." -Ann Marie
" The presenter is so knowledgeable and appreciate all his research efforts. Yay!!!!" -Elissa
" Interesting and well-researched content" -Thomas
" Robert is excellent! He knows his stuff. Excellent content. Wish there had been more about the theater itself." -Steve
"Bob brenner's sense of humor and knowledge. I'm a gigantic Bob Brenner fan!" -Robert
"I liked going down memory lane with the titles of porn stars and porn flicks both gay and straight." -Barry
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Categories: Virtual, Landmarks
88 tickets available
Friday, June 13
05:30 PM - 07:00 PM