Saturday, May 24th
6 Madeira Dr | 5-10pm
Saturday, May 24th
6 Madeira Dr | 5-10pm
Jump in our time machine as we return to the late 1950's where Tiki had taken over American pop culture. From Polynesian-themed restaurants and bars to theme park shows, bowling alleys, apartment buildings, backyards and basements, Tiki had defined escapism and leisure of the time. Journey back to this golden era to examine the phenomenon first hand!
Thank God the Tiki bar is open! And best of all, it will feature celebrity bartender David Crawford from the world famous SURF BAR on Folly Beach, South Carolina. David will be coming out of retirement to bring his mastery of craft for your sipping pleasure. Not to be outmatched by his quick wit, music knowledge and flair for a story...be it ghost or otherwise!
The journey would not be complete without a proper logo to symbolize the event. Our featured time traveler is the apprehensive, wide-eyed deity whom has quietly supported the Tiki apartment building in Torrence, California since 1959. Carved by Mike Gildea who apprenticed with George Luke at Trader Luke's in San Pedro. Mike eventually opened his own Tiki shop in Manhattan Beach.
BIG Pineapple will hit the stage with their smooth renditions of contemporary and traditional island favorites that evoke the romantic moods and exotic settings of old Hawaii. Expertly blending 1930's and 40's Jazz, Bossa Nova, Country and Swing music, BIG Pineapple has developed a unique, fresh sound firmly rooted in classic Hawaiian music. Check them out!
In honor of the 20th Anniversary of BIG Pineapple's music video 'Nice Shirt' we will be shooting a brand new, exclusive video for their hit song 'Island of My Own'. Attendees will be asked to participate at certain times throughout the party. Please refer to our appearance guide for ideas on your attire. Remember we will be traveling back in time to mid-century America.
We will be traveling back to the mid 1950's so it will be important to look the part as to blend in with the people of the time. Scroll the Appearance Guide below for ideas. Stop into Snake Bird Vintage and Mumu Vintage Shop on San Marco Ave and browse their selection of Aloha wear. Tell them you are my guest and they will help you look fabulous!
Tiki style was the height of leisure fashion
Don the Beachcomber hosted luaus for the Hollywood elite on his property
The Mai-Kai Mystery Girl
The Duke with lovely ladies
'From Here To Eternity' starring Montgomery Clift, Donna Reed and Frank Sinatra
Iris Bristol models for Venus Adult Magazine at Sea & Jungle Imports in Glendale, California. 1959
A Werewolf drinking a Pina Colada at Trader Vic's and his hair is perfect!
The 1958 film 'South Pacific' based on the book 'Tales From The South Pacific' by James Michener
Elvis in the 1966 film 'Paradise Hawaiian Style'
'Gilligan's Island' ran for 3 seasons from 1964 to 1967
Escapism for the atomic age, 'I Dream of Jeannie' is an example of 1960's American obsession with space. A futuristic companion to tiki!
The date is approaching so reserve your spot on the Time Machine today!
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