If every aging band from Bad Brains to the Eagles can take the stage one more time, why not the Doors? Whether you’ve been a fan since the beginning (man, are you old!) nearly four decades ago or only since the 1991 Oliver Stone/Val Kilmer nostalgiafest, this is your opportunity to experience the ’60s all over again. But take note of the fine print: Because lead singer/Jim Beam filter Jim Morrison gave up the ghost in a Parisian bathtub during the first Nixon administration, you will now be seeing the Doors of the 21st Century. When the artists oh-so preciously known as D21C hit the stage, original Doors Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger will be in the mix. But the part of the Lizard King will be played by former Cult frontman Ian Astbury (pictured), who indeed looks like an age-progressed image of Morrison himself. Unfortunately, original drummer John Densmore will not appear, having successfully sued D21C over the use of the Doors name and Morrison’s image. So, if you’re balking at the $55 price of admission, remember that a court injunction will prevent the Doors of the 21st Century from touring under that name in the future. Manzarek, Krieger, Astbury, & Co. may find a way around the law, but by that time, you might be holding a ticket for D21C22C. The ceremony begins at 9:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 9, at the 9:30 Club, 815 V St. NW. $55. (202) 397-7328. (Justin Moyer)
The Doors of the 21st Century
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