Porn Rock: The Obscenity Trial of Jello Biafra Immersive Event

Porn Rock: The Obscenity Trial of Jello Biafra

YOU are the jury in the true story of the 1987 L.A. obscenity trial of punk rock legend Jello Biafra

Los Angeles ,   California

Experience hosted by Immersive HQ

Set against the backdrop of the Reagan-era "culture wars," Porn Rock takes audiences inside the courtroom where Biafra—a central figure in the punk rock scene known for his biting social commentary—was thrust into the national spotlight when he was charged with “distributing harmful matter to minors” due to the inclusion of a sexually explicit painting in the Dead Kennedys’ Frankenchrist album. Porn Rock is also about love and resilience, examining how an existential crisis triggers challenges inside the marriage of Jello Biafra and Teresa Soder, also known as lead singer Ninotchka of the punk band The Situations. Viewers serve as the jury, delivering a verdict based on the evidence presented, ensuring a different ending each night. Following the premiere on February 15, audiences are invited to a panel discussion with individuals from the actual case: Biafra’s former spouse Theresa LeQuay, defense attorney Phil Schnayerson, and Judge Susan Isacoff. The panel will be moderated by Bruce Feirstein. Written by Lawrence Meyers (TV: Picket Fences, The Pretender, Outer Limits, Early Edition, Crossing Jordan. Theatre: Porn Rock - The Senate Hearting, Dark Arts, Precinct 187, iConfidant, Did I Just Join A Cult? Directed by Jeremy Kagan (Film/TV: Heroes, The Big Fix, The Chosen, The Journey of Natty Gann, Crown Heights, Conspiracy: The Trial of The Chicago 8, Roswell: The UFO Cover-Up, The West Wing, Picket Fences, Chicago Hope)... Show More

Audience Role

Pre-show interaction involving music. In the show, you may offer opinions during jury selection, and you will vote to render the verdict. Pre-show interaction involving music. In the show, you may offer opinions during jury selection, and you will vote to render the verdict.

Content Advisories

  • Discussions of sex/intimacy

  • 18 +

Interaction Advisories

  • No physical contact with performers

Mobility Advisories

  • Restrooms not accessible

  • Stairs

  • Event is not wheelchair accessible.

Sexual Advisories

  • There is sexually explicit artwork presented. NOBODY UNDER THE AGE OF 18 IS PERMITTED WITHOUT ACCOMPANYING ADULT TICKETHOLDER.

$35.00 - $49.00

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An entertainment organization devoted to all forms of storytelling, especially interactive, immersive, and site-specific work. Created by former TV writer-producer Lawrence Meyers. Past works include Dark Arts, Precinct 187, and iConfidant (in conjunction with The Experiences). An entertainment organization devoted to all forms of storytelling, especially interactive, immersive, and site-specific work. Created by former TV writer-producer Lawrence Meyers. Past works include Dark Arts, Precinct 187, and iConfidant (in conjunction with The Experiences).