Pride in Action

Celebrate Pride Month with Spectrum Cinema’s screening of Art & Pep, an inspiring documentary about Art Johnston and Pepe Peña, whose bar, Sidetrack, became a cornerstone of LGBTQ+ activism and community in Chicago. Their decades-long love story and fight for equality exemplify the power of grassroots advocacy and spaces that foster joy and progress.

Genre: Documentary; Political History

This documentary tells the story of Art Johnston and Pepe Peña, whose bar, Sidetrack, became a hub for LGBTQ+ advocacy and community in Chicago. Their activism and love have fueled the fight for equality for decades.

Doors open at 5:00 PM, with the film starting at 5:30 PM. After the screening, join us for a discussion about the importance of activism, chosen family, and creating spaces for connection and celebration in the LGBTQ+ community.

Refreshments will be available for purchase. Let’s come together to honor the legacy of these remarkable activists and celebrate the power of love and community in advancing equality.