About this Event
A special evening to kick off World AIDS Day 2026: In partnership with The City of West Hollywood, join Michael Allen (producer, co-writer) and Alex Carig (director, co-writer) for a free screening of their film A Long Road to Tao followed by a panel discussion with the film makers, Executive Director of Being Alive LA, Jamie Baker, Harm Reduction Program Manager, Timothy Zembek, and representatives from the City of West Hollywood to explore the film in context of the early days of AIDS.
Reception and refreshments from 5 - 6 p.m. with an opportunity to meet the filmmakers and purchase a signed copy of Michael Allen's memoir entitled "Tao of Surfing: Finding Depth at Low Tide". Proceeds to benefit Being Alive LA.
Screening from 6 - 7:50 p.m.
Panel Discussion from 7:50 - 8:30 p.m.
Event venue & nearby stays
Plummer Park, 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, United States