# Event Details - **Event Name**: Circle Jerks x Repo Man – Film Screening & Live Performance - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Circle Jerks x Repo Man – Film Screening & Live Performance The Fitzgerald Theater Saturday, August 8, 2026 All Ages show Tickets on sale Thursday, June 18 → https://firstavenue.me/4eGkDxL 7:00 PM Doors 8:00 PM Showtime including Q&A with Alex Cox, Zander Schloss, & Keith Morris –––––––– Circle Jerks emerged from the punk underbelly of LA’s South Bay in 1979. First conceptualized at “The Church” of Hermosa Beach, the once infamous hangout of scene forefathers Black Flag, Descendents, Redd Kross, and The Last, the band quickly became the innovators of a movement simply referred to today as HARDCORE PUNK ROCK. After serving as a co-founder and lead vocalist of Black Flag during the recording of its essential Nervous Breakdown EP, Keith Morris joined forces with former Redd Kross guitarist Greg Hetson to form what would become Circle Jerks, a reference uncovered from artist Raymond Pettibon’s slang dictionary. Having written material for their former bands respectively, Morris and Hetson, along with bassist Roger Rogerson and jazz drummer Lucky Lehrer, fine-tuned previously unfinished material to conceive the troupe’s now-renowned sound - thoughtfully steadfast, yet relentless and ferocious in nature. Unlike much of the unapologetic hardcore that seeped through the cracks of American suburbia, the music of the Circle Jerks was dynamic, deliberate, and most importantly, a force to be reckoned with. Bringing together a potent, articulate rhythm section with earnest yet oftentimes derisive lyrics and themes, the band was thereafter heralded as a leader of the pack, but with no real plan in sight. The social climate of Los Angeles in the early eighties was marked by unsettled fluidity, with the expansion of hardcore punk that infiltrated the public eye. The “pogo” of a former generation became the “slam dance” of another - a moniker consecrated in the iconic Circle Jerks “Skanking Kid” logo designed by graphic designer Shawn Kerri. Songs got shorter, shows wilder, and the police - led by embattled police chief Daryl Gates - shut it all down. This earmark of punk lineage was epitomized in the groundbreaking documentary by Penelope Spheeris, The Decline of Western Civilization, in which Circle Jerks most notably performed to a pit of chaos. Today, the film is recognized and preserved by the National Film Registry at the Library of Congress as being “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.” In October 1980, Circle Jerks released their debut studio album Group Sex on Los Angeles label Frontier Records. Clocking in at fourteen songs in just sixteen minutes, the record remains a milestone of the punk genre and equally as symbolic nearly forty years later. Plowing forward with a relentless, toothcutting work ethic and a rousing stage presence, the band would soon find itself headlining shows at LA’s 5,000-capacity Olympic Auditorium and emblazoned in cult video classics like Repo Man, New Wave Theatre, and The Slog Movie. Over the decades, Circle Jerks would release six studio albums, including the acclaimed Wild in the Streets (1982), Golden Shower of Hits (1983), Wonderful (1985), and IV (1987), where they would become a major headliner during the alternative music explosion of Generation X. Morris and Hetson remain the only consistent members since the band’s creation, withstanding several lineup changes, including Flea and Chuck Biscuits. Bassist Zander Schloss (The Weirdos, Joe Strummer) has been a member since the 1980’s. During hiatuses, Morris fronted bands like OFF! and FLAG, while Hetson played guitar in Bad Religion. The long list of those influenced by the legacy of the Circle Jerks ranges from Butthole Surfers to Red Hot Chili Peppers - with notable fans being Dogtown skateboarders, Chuck Berry, Alice Cooper, Elton John, Johnny Depp, Guns N’ Roses, and Philip K. Dick. Decades later, their music continues to make an imprint on generations of diverse music fans and those who challenge the status quo. In celebration of the band’s 40th anniversary and the commemorative reissue of their celebrated landmark record Group Sex, Circle Jerks return to the stage for the first time in over a decade. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/st-paul/circle-jerks-x-repo-man-film-screening-and-live-performance/200030455183322 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, art, theatre, flea, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 314 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: St Paul - **state**: MN - **country**: United States - **location**: The Fitzgerald Theater - **lat**: 44.949049392497 - **long**: -93.097225427737 - **full address**: The Fitzgerald Theater, 10 Exchange St E, St Paul, MN 55101-2220, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Circle Jerks x Repo Man – Film Screening & Live Performance - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/7cab41580b6725f6dd2987a5f316dcc8057658a522c7ddb011586fa6889ba70b-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc080808-gmir?v=1785690782 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Circle Jerks x Repo Man - Film Screening & Live Performance being held? - **A:** Circle Jerks x Repo Man - Film Screening & Live Performance takes place on Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm at The Fitzgerald Theater, 10 Exchange St E, St Paul, MN 55101-2220, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Circle Jerks x Repo Man - Film Screening & Live Performance? - **A:** Circle Jerks x Repo Man - Film Screening & Live Performance is organized by First Avenue & 7th St Entry. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at First Avenue & 7th St Entry's events? - **A:** First Avenue & 7th St Entry has 153+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. First Avenue & 7th St Entry has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Circle Jerks x Repo Man - Film Screening & Live Performance is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in St Paul, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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