SAN FRANCISCO—The world tour to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Deep Throat comes to a close this Thursday, June 8, in the Bay Area with a show at San Francisco Drag Queen Laureate, D’Arcy Drollinger’s Oasis.
The definitive version of the film will be presented by Gerard Jr. and Christar Damiano, son and daughter of writer/director, Gerard Damiano Sr. Following the screening, they will be joined by eco-sexual activist Annie Sprinkle and the "Golden Age of Porn" stars Dr. Sharon Mitchell and Richard Pacheco, for a discussion on the history, cultural impact, and controversies, surrounding Deep Throat. The panel will be moderated by Carol Queen, co-founder of the Center for Sex and Culture. Gerard Jr. and Christar Damiano will share their stories of being on location in Miami during the shooting of Deep Throat and growing up with "The King of Porn."
Gerard Jr. said, "Our father always dreamt of making films in Hollywood. We are proud to honor him by ending our 50th-anniversary world tour in California."
Gerard Jr. added, "Some theaters have been reluctant to show the film for fear of pushback based on comments the film’s star Linda Lovelace made years after it came out. Her story is a very complicated one, and there is no doubt that she suffered greatly at the hands of her husband. People assume that he beat her because she didn’t want to perform in the film, but the truth of what actually happened on the set of Deep Throat is very different."
A drag/burlesque show will follow the talkback featuring performances by Cheetah Biscotti, Mary Vice, Phoebe Cakes, and Lady Monster, and end with a 70s-themed dance party. Attendees are encouraged to "dress Porno Chic" and will go home with goodie bags provided by UltraFleshArchives.com.
The final show of the tour will be held on Sunday, June 11 at 7:00 p.m. at the New Parkway Theater located at 474 24th St, Oakland, Calif. 94612.
Attend the special screening on Thursday, June 8, from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. at the Oasis located at 298 Eleventh St, San Francisco, Calif. 94103.
The ticket price for the front/runway is $35 and general admission is $25. Use the promo code DT50 for $5 off.
Tickets can be purchased here.
Follow The Oasis at sfoasis.com and on Twitter @sfoasis, Instagram @theoasissf, and Facebook @sfoasis.
Event organizers are also encouraging fans to vote for Deep Throat so it can be included among other classic American movies in the Library of Congress’ National Film Registry. To vote, visit votethroat.org.
For more information on Deep Throat, follow the movie on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Damiano Films is online at DamianoFilms.com.
