Last Second Plans: Burroughs Naked Lunch Celebration

By Marcus Gilmer in Arts & Entertainment on Aug 28, 2009 4:00PM

About a month back, we mentioned a celebration to commemorate the 50th anniversary of William S. Burroughs' Naked Lunch and to raise money for a new Burroughs documentary, William S. Burroughs: A Man Within. The event is upon us and if you're still looking for something cool to do (that also supports the arts and several local artists involved with the film!), tickets for the event will still available at the door. The celebration gala will feature Peter Weller, star of the film version of Naked Lunch, alongside Warhol Superstar Penny Arcade, SNL musical director Hal Willner and Dr. Bill Ayers.

Tickets include admittance to the after-party at the STOP SMILING storefront (1371 N. Milwaukee Ave.), which you can attend separately for just $10. Check out the film's trailer below and, just for giggles, why not check out this version of R.E.M.'s "Star Me Kitten" featuring vocals by Mr. Burroughs (featuring a few naughty words so use headphones at work, people).

Naked Lunch: 50th Anniversary Celebration, Friday, August 28, 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Th!nkArt Salon, 1530 N. Paulina, Ste F, Tickets at the door $75