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Studio 54: Behind the Scenes

Dustin Pittman, Stroke of Midnight at Studio 54, 1978–79. Photograph.

Dustin Pittman, Stroke of Midnight at Studio 54, 1978–79. Photograph, 38.1 x 50.8 cm. Courtesy of the artist. © Dustin Pittman.

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Studio 54: Behind the Scenes

Wednesday, January 20, 6 pm
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Join Studio 54: Night Magic curator Matthew Yokobosky for a conversation with the AGO's Paul Mathiesen and Julian Cox about the look, design and vibe of the legendary Manhattan nightclub. Hear behind the scenes stories from Paul Mathiesen, who worked at Studio 54 during its heyday.

Matthew Yokobosky is Senior Curator of Fashion and Material Culture, Brooklyn Museum.

Paul Mathiesen is a lighting designer who works in Logistics and Gallery Services at the AGO.

Julian Cox is the Chief Curator of the AGO.

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