Lectures on Tap - "The History of Vampire Movies"

Professors, experts, and storytellers giving thought-provoking lectures in NYC bars.

Welcome to Lectures on Tap

Join us for an engaging evening where professors, experts, and storytellers bring their thought-provoking lectures to your favorite bar in the Lower East Side, Manhattan!

Hosted by the Lectures on Tap team.

🗓️ Date: October 11th, 2025

🕡 Time: 3:30 PM

📍 Location: Lower East Side, Manhattan (exact address given in confirmation email)

📚 Lecture: "The History of Vampire Movies"

🎤 Speaker: Professor Isabella Tecson

Before Sinners (2025) redefined the vampire for a new generation, cinematic bloodsuckers explored society's darkest desires. Join us for a captivating lecture by Professor Isabella Tecson as she charts the evolution of vampire films, from the silent classic Nosferatu to cult favorites like Blacula, and on to modern hits such as Twilight and What We Do In The Shadows.

This engaging talk will examine how diverse representations in Black and queer cinema have revitalized vampires, shifting societal narratives and reflecting our deepest fears and fantasies. Come thirsty for knowledge and ready to delve into the rich tapestry of vampire lore and its cinematic history!

Isabella Tecson is an adjunct professor of screenwriting, creative writing, and English at Queens College, and she is currently a creative nonfiction MFA candidate at CCNY. With years of experience as a script doctor and a background in film criticism, she brings a unique perspective to storytelling—infused with humor.

Get a drink, connect, and learn at Lectures on Tap! 🙌

Agenda

3:30 PM – Doors open: find a seat (open seating!), order food & drinks, and expect a bar line—arriving early is key.

3:55 PM – Host introduction

4:00 PM – Lecture begins

4:45 PM – Audience Q&A

5:00 PM – Have 1:1 time with the speaker, mingle with fellow guests, and order another round

5:30 PM – Wrap up.