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CULVER CITY, CA, October 19, 2010 - October 15 – November 11, 2010, sugar and spice and everything STRANGE is on the menu at Royal/T Café in Culver City as Emily the Strange hosts the city’s most extraordinary late night tea party, just in time for Halloween! |
To celebrate the opening of her new pop-up store at Royal/T (open though November 11) and the spirit of do-it-yourself individualism, Emily the Strange and her four black kitties (Mystery, Miles, Sabbath and Nee Chee) have masterminded a multi-media Halloween event on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 8:00 PM. Royal/T, the visually stunning and playful, 10,000 square foot Japanese-inspired art exhibition space, retail store and "cosplay" maid cafe, located within Culver City’s vibrant arts community, sets the stage for the festivities. Open to the public and free of charge, Emily’s event will offer something for “strangers” of all ages. |
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Recognized throughout the world for her iconic style and attitude, Emily the Strange was born in 1993 as a graphic on a skateboard deck and steadily evolved into a popular range of merchandise, ranging from books, comic books and stationery to high profile streetwear. Revered by teens and various subcultures within the comic book, skate and music scenes, Emily recently announced several high-profile media projects ranging from a recording contact with EMI Virgin Records (Gorillaz) to a feature film in the works with Dark Horse Entertainment/Universal Pictures, with Chloë Grace Moretz (Kick Ass, Let Me In) attached to portray the raven-haired anti-heroine. |
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Royal/T’s “Emily the Strange Masquerade: Be All You Can’t Be” event, presented in conjunction with EMI Virgin Records will memorialize the counterculture icon’s exclusive pop-up space residency (October 15 – November 11, 2010) with special guest appearances, exclusive products, themed refreshments, costume contests and hourly giveaways. The Kitty Masquerade will open with a live music set performed by School of Rock, followed by DJ Alphabeast (aka Tim Biskup) spinning tunes in the key of Strange into the wee hours of the night. |
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The proceeds from the Emily the Strange pop-up shop will support the brand’s altruistic efforts, encouraging teens to be empowered individuals.
Guests are required to RSVP by October 25, 2010 by e-mailing RSVP@Royal-T.org with their first and last name and by including the word “Strange” in the subject line.
For adult guests over 21, Royal/T will offer a cash bar featuring beer and wine alongside a signature “NeeCheeTini” cocktail – a specialty libation featuring Hibiscus and Rooibos Teas with Soju on the rocks, and garnished with blackberries. A Strange Cider will be available as a non-alcoholic option and the city’s best food trucks will be on-site serving up late night nosh.
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To celebrate the Emily the Strange pop-up shop’s 4-week exclusive residency, “Strange Brew” Chocolate Pangea Tea ($4.50/$7.50) and Emily the Strange™-themed black kitty cupcakes by Hot Cakes Bakes ($3 each) will be also served at the Royal/T maid café through November 11, 2010. |
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About Emily the Strange
Created by Rob Reger and his company Cosmic Debris in 1993, Emily the Strange has become an internationally known icon for individualism, empowerment and do-it-yourself style. Born from the San Francisco graphic arts community, Emily graces rock-influenced fashion clothing and accessories, including everything from T-shirts, dresses and pajamas to toys, guitars and school supplies. Emily stars in a series of comic books from Dark Horse Comics, four hard-bound books from Chronicle Books, and a series of teen novels published by HarperTeen, a HarperCollins imprint. A newly signed recording artist for EMI Virgin Records, Emily the Strange™ leaps from the page to the stage in 2011, with plans to take the music industry by storm. Emily will also be making her big screen debut with Dark Horse Entertainment and Universal Pictures announcing the production of an upcoming Emily the Strange feature film. For more information about Emily the Strange, visit www.emilystrange.com. Emily the Strange can also be found (and followed) on http://www.facebook.com/emilythestrange and
http://www.twitter.com/emilythestrange.
About EMI Virgin Records
Virgin Records began in the early 1970's as a small, independent label based in London. Today, Virgin Records is part of EMI, the third largest music company in the world. A wide array of artists call Virgin their recording home, including: A Perfect Circle, Richard Ashcroft, Beenie Man, Ben Harper, Boz Scaggs, Blue Man Group, Blur, Chemical Brothers, David Bryne, D'Angelo, Daft Punk, Emily the Strange, Fatboy Slim, Perry Farrell, Gang Starr, Gorillaz, Janet Jackson, Lenny Kravitz, Massive Attack, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Rolling Stones, Tina Turner and Yanni. The growth of Virgin Records in the United States reflects the maverick philosophy which has characterized the entire Virgin organization since its humble beginning over a quarter century ago: a devotion to seeking and embracing artists who possess the talent, vision, and passion to create something new and impactful. Visit EMI Virgin Records on-line at http://www.virginrecords.com
About School of Rock
School of Rock is the national leader in music education for kids. Our mission is to inspire kids to rock on stage and in life. Our proprietary performance-based curriculum teaches kids to play rock music in a unique and interactive way, which is changing the way kids learn to play music across America. Professional musicians teach students of all levels, developing both their music skills and confidence. School of Rock operates 62 schools in 23 states with four new locations coming Jan. 2011 (Naperville, IL; Somerset, NJ; Mokena, IL; New Canaan, CT) and continues to offer potential new franchise partners great opportunities to join the program. The School of Rock West Los Angeles Grand Opening event will occur on November 13th, from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, with hourly giveaways of equipment from Boss, Vox, D'Addario and others. The address of the new school is 12020 Wilshire Blvd. For more information about School of Rock, please visit www.SchoolofRock.com.
About Royal/T
Located in Culver City, Royal/T is a playful blending of café, concept shop, and art exhibition space. The 10,000-square-foot space reflects the interior realm of fantasy that strongly influences the artist’s included in owner Susan Hancock’s art collection. Royal/T’s café is inspired by the meido kissa (maid café) phenomena of Akihabara, Tokyo’s electronic district. Re-contextualizing the underground culture of Japan that celebrates “cosplay” (costume play), waitresses dress in maid uniforms with a Lolita-esque touch, while serving an amalgam of French and Japanese cuisine with local California style. The art space showcases curated exhibitions with a focus on Japanese contemporary art; and an inventive concept store emulates the collection’s sophistication, a seamless merging of Japanese pop culture and high-end design. Royal/T is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. The Royal/T café is open from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily, with extended hours on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. The concept store and space are open from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily. Walk-ins are welcome. For additional information, guests can call Royal/T at 310.559.6300 and by visiting http://www.royal-t.org. Royal/T is also on http://www.facebook.com/royaltcafe and twitter.com/Royaltcafe |
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