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Vinyl Premieres: Remembering the Mercer Arts Center Tragedy

3/14/2025

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The premiere of "Vinyl" brings to life the tragic collapse of the Mercer Arts Center in Greenwich Village, a haunting event from August 3, 1973. Once a hub of vibrant performances, the venue succumbed to structural failures, resulting in the loss of four lives. Now, the site is home to NYU Law School, a stark reminder of its past.

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The premiere of "Vinyl" brings to life the tragic collapse of the Mercer Arts Center in Greenwich Village, a haunting event from August 3, 1973. Once a hub of vibrant performances, the venue succumbed to structural failures, resulting in the loss of four lives. Now, the site is home to NYU Law School, a stark reminder of its past.