Brian Brems and Trina Sotirakopulos, COD Faculty – “Who was Valerie Solanas, the Woman Who Shot Andy Warhol”

Presented by McAninch Arts Center at McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn IL

Aug 24 2023

Brian Brems and Trina Sotirakopulos, COD Faculty – “Who was Valerie Solanas, the Woman Who Shot Andy Warhol”

Photos courtesy of COD and the MAC

This is an in depth look at Valarie Solanas, the controversial author who shot Andy Warhol

COD Film Chair Professor Brian Brems and Creative Writing Certificate Chair Trina Sotirakopulos present this exciting lecture and discussion focused on Valarie Solanas, the controversial author who shot Andy Warhol June 3, 1968. They will reference various representations of Solanas in popular culture, including in the novel "Valarie" by Sara Stridsberg, the 1996 film "I Shot Andy Warhol" featuring Lili Taylor as Solanas, and the song “I Believe” by Lou Reed.

ADMISSION INFO

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INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*

Aug 24, 2023 at 07:00 pm (Thu)

* Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.

LOCATION

McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage

425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

ACCESSIBILITY INFO

- Assisted Listening System
- Wheelchair Access

The McAninch Arts Center is accessible from parking to seating and accommodates Sennheiser Hearing Enhanced Devices. Persons who need special assistance should notify the Box Office at 630.942.4000