ROYAL/T BRINGS BLACK CATS AND COUNTERCULTURE TO CULVER CITY
WITH EMILY THE STRANGE POP-UP SHOP OCTOBER 15 – NOVEMBER 11, 2010
Culver City's playful 10,000-square-foot art exhibition space and maid café
welcomes Emily's style and independent spirit for an exclusive four-week engagement
On Friday, October 15, 2010, Royal/T continues its celebration of "The Warholian"--exhibiting through January 2011--by welcoming counter-culture icon Emily the Strange and her four black cats for a month-long pop-up shop, just in time for Halloween. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, Culver City's unique 10,000-square-foot art space, Japanese "cosplay" maid café, and gift shop will host the four-week exclusive retail engagement--which highlights the infamous icon's popular line of "strange" products, including books, artwork, and one-of-a-kind collectibles. The proceeds from the Emily the Strange pop-up shop will support the brand's altruistic efforts, encouraging teens to be empowered individuals...
Recognized throughout the world for her "do-it-yourself" and "be yourself" attitude, Emily the Strange was born in 1993 as a graphic on a skateboard deck and has evolved into a dynamic line of merchandise, ranging from books, comic books and stationery to high profile street wear. Guests will enjoy a selection of items for purchase alongside Royal/T's collection of Japanese art-inspired gifts, including:
•Emily the Strange Limited Edition Dolls ($59.99)
•Epiphone Emily the Strange G-310 SG Collection Electric Guitar ($399.99)
•"Art of Emily the Strange" from Dark Horse Comics ($22.95)
•"Emily the Strange Stranger" and "Stranger Book 2" ($9.99)
•Emily the Strange Kitty Masks ($3.99)
•Original artwork, prints, t-shirts, sleepwear, collectibles, and more
To celebrate the pop-up shop 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.
WHEN: The pop-up shop will take place from Friday, October 15 – Thursday, November 11, 2010 | Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily
The official Emily the Strange opening party will take place at Royal/T on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 and is open to the public
WHERE: Royal/T
8910 Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
310.559.6300
www.royal-t.org
COST: Items for purchase range from $3 to $1,500
CURRENTLY EXHIBITING: Through January 2011, "The Warholian" at Royal/T--a collection of works by famed American artist Andy Warhol and younger artists he inspired, curated by Eric Shiner of the Andy Warhol Museum--is open to the public and free of charge.
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 www.royal-t.org. Royal/T is also on Facebook and Twitter.
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 Facebook and Twitter.
