About This Event
Join us for an electrifying celebration of punk at the Punk Talks: Toronto Punk History Panel! Dive into the heart of Toronto's punk scene as we commemorate its 50th anniversary with a captivating and interactive discussion featuring legendary artists and documentarians.
Meet our incredible panelists:
- Ralph Alfonso - Founder of Toronto's first punk venue, CRASH N' BURN, and manager of THE DIODES. Ralph has chronicled the local scene through his stunning photographs and authored Treat Me Like Dirt: An Oral History of Punk in Toronto and Beyond.
- Don Pyle - A renowned photographer and author of Trouble in the Camera Club, sharing his unique perspective as a fan, photographer, and member of bands Crash Kills Five and Shadowy Men on a Shadowy Planet.
- Kire Paputts - Filmmaker and documentarian known for The Last Pogo Jumps Again, a comprehensive documentary that explores the early Toronto punk scene and its iconic venues.
Discover the stories behind the legendary punk venues and learn what it took to forge Toronto's groundbreaking first-wave punk scene. The discussion will be expertly moderated by author Liz Worth, who also penned Treat Me Like Dirt.
Hosted at the vibrant Peach Berserk, Kingi Carpenter's famous silk screen studio, your entry fee includes refreshing beverages. Stick around after the talk for an exciting hands-on experience where you can silk screen your very own Toronto punk-inspired souvenir, guided by Kingi himself!
Don't miss this chance to celebrate punk history in an intimate setting—grab your tickets now!
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