Lost for over 40 years, now on screen.

NOVA '78 is an electrifying journey into the heart of 1970s counterculture, built around never-before-seen footage from the legendary Nova Convention. This explosive three-day event in New York City celebrated William S. Burroughs’ return to America after living over twenty years in Latin America, North Africa, Paris and London. It brought together icons such as Patti Smith, Frank Zappa, Laurie Anderson, Philip Glass, Allen Ginsberg, Merce Cunningham, John Cage and many more.

A cultural time capsule on the enduring power of creative freedom, the footage captures backstage moments, candid encounters and raw performances at the heart of the downtown scene. Originally shot on 16mm by filmmaker Howard Brookner (you might also recognise his sound recordist) and long considered lost, the footage also marked the beginning of his cult classic Burroughs: The Movie.

Original score by The Legendary Tigerman.

Doors open 30 minutes before advertised start time. All film screenings are ad-free and 18+ unless otherwise stated, and start with no more than a 10 min selection of trailers.

The Cube is a membership venue, please remember to bring your card. You can join on the door for £1.