Everything I’ve ever written is based on something in my life.
Armistead Maupin, best-selling author of the Tales of the City novels, is back with the latest story in the series. Mary Ann in Autumn continues his exploration of ‘alternative’ lifestyles in the city by the bay.
The popular series broke new ground with its open reflection of San Francisco’s gay community in the 70s and 80s as well as its frank discussion of AIDS. Maupin’s willingness to broach this subject, at a time when many wouldn’t, has ensured his place in literary history.
Audiences can hear him read aloud from his latest novel before watching him take part in a lively interview with Julie McCrossin. Fans will then have the opportunity to question him about his life and work. As a best-selling author, social commentator, gay soldier in Vietnam, and advocate of homosexual rights, Maupin has led a fascinating life which has earned him a place as a literary icon.
“My hope is that we’re close to the time that homophobia takes on the status of racism today — normal, mainstream people don’t accept it.” Armistead Maupin
“Tales, the phenomenon that started in 1976 has evolved into a pop cultural phenomenon that has come to define a San Francisco era and ethos.” Los Angeles Times
Part of the 2011 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.
To find out more click here
http://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/9550-an-evening-with-armistead-maupin
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