Stop Making Sense

Live Event Hosted by Jerry Harrison

Widely regarded as one of the greatest concert films ever made, Stop Making Sense was directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Jonathan Demme and captures the energy of Talking Heads at the peak of their powers. Restored in 4K to celebrate its 40th anniversary, the 1984 film features unforgettable performances by David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison, Tina Weymouth, and their incredible touring musicians. Filmed live at Hollywood’s Pantages Theater, the film includes the band’s most iconic songs. 

Join MBT for a special public screening of this groundbreaking film, hosted by co-star and Talking Heads musician Jerry Harrison. This event features on-stage introductory remarks and post-screening commentary by Harrison, and an audience Q&A.

About Jerry Harrison

Jerry Harrison’s creative path was shaped early by a family immersed in the arts — his mother and grandmother were painters, and his father performed in jazz groups to pay his way through college. Harrison began playing the piano and saxophone in elementary school and continued playing music while attending Harvard. A chance meeting with Jonathan Richmen led to Harrison  joining The Modern Lovers, whose influential 1976 debut became a foundational album for the punk and new wave movements. It also caught the ear of Talking Heads members Chris Frantz, Tina Weymouth, and David Byrne.

In 1977, after a few experimental shows with the group, Harrison officially joined Talking Heads. As the band evolved and individual members pursued side projects, Harrison expanded into producing and released three solo albums. His produced credits span an impressive range of artists, including  Crash Test Dummies, Live, The Violent Femmes, Foo Fighters, No Doubt, Fine Young Cannibals, and more.