William S. Burroughs Birthday Bash - Part 1

To celebrate the 100th birthday of America’s most audacious writer, William S. Burroughs, CHF brings together a motley crew of poets, writers, and musicians. Among those paying homage to the Beat icon and author of "Naked Lunch" are Anne Waldman, Eileen Myles, Tony Trigilio, Davis Schneiderman, Don Meyer, Sasha Frere-Jones, Jon Langford, Thomas Comerford, Sally Timms, and Daniel Knox.

This program is presented in partnership with Lake Forest College.

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