
Music, lasers and a 60-inch disco ball fueled the dance party
The 2024 True/False @CTION Party, hosted by Harpo’s Bar and Grill, invited filmmakers and film lovers for an energetic dance party on Thursday, Feb. 29. Filmmakers and film lovers gathered for a night of dancing and singing, fueled by music. A 60-inch disco ball reflected light onto dancers as St. Louis-based artists Agile One and DJ Nico Marie manned the DJ booth.
Employees and bartenders await attendees for the True/False @CTION Party on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024 at Harpo’s in Columbia, Mo. Filmmakers and film lovers gathered for a night of dancing and singing, fueled by music.
Harpo’s security guard Trevor Shirrell surveys the top floor of the bar. Shirrell has been working for Harpo’s security team for approximately six months.
Attendees are reflected in a sign that reads “PRIVATE BAR.” Attendees purchased refreshments throughout the night.
A bartender pours two drinks simultaneously. Oftentimes, customers would have to lean over the bar to give their order to the bartenders because of the noise level from the dance floor below.
Clint Brinkley gazes at the 60-inch disco ball suspended from a chain. The disco ball reflected light onto dancers as St. Louis-based artists Agile One and DJ Nico Marie manned the DJ booth.
A Q Queen speaks with an attendee. Many guests dressed up in colorful outfits for the dance party.
Q Queen Carolyn Magnuson shares conversation with an attendee. Magnuson, a veteran True/False participant, has been attending the fest for 20 years.
An attendee reaches for the lasers with his Coors Light beer can. The lighting changed colors throughout the night.
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