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On Friday, May 3, 2024, Bay Area guests will step into a world of candy-coated chaos and creative revelry as MYSTIC MIDWAY and Mondo Wonky proudly presents Into the Wonkyverse, an immersive adventure inspired by the world of Willy Wonka, the epic event failure in Glasgow, Scotland, and the flood of hilarious memes that followed. 🍫🍭🍬⁠

“Mondo Wonky is more than just a party, it’s a celebration of Bay Area Creative Community and a testament to the enduring spirit of Art & Innovation in San Francisco! ” says event creator Barron Scott Levkoff.

Starting at 5 pm, guests may step onto an enchanting Candyland-like gameboard dotted with free exhibits showcasing the talents of local artists. Then, as the clock strikes 8 pm, the ticketed event begins with a whirlwind of art, music, performances, games, and dancing and more.

‘In the Wonkyverse, everyone is invited to contribute to the experience. Guests are invited to wear Wonka-inspired costumes and become a part of the show!” Levkoff says.

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So on Friday, May 3rd, don a candy-licious costume and join a wildly diverse collection of creators for an evening of artful absurdity, sad Oompas, Unknowns, DJs, dancing, tasty performances & sweet surprises…all on a giant Candyland gameboard!⁠

Get your tix right here!

🎩 Willa Wonky * Sad Oompas 🍫⁠

🎵 DJs, Silent Disco & Dancing 👯‍♀️⁠

🎨10+ Interactive Art Installations by Local Artists 🎪⁠

❄️ Queen Frostine’s Glam-o-Cam Photo Booth📸⁠

👀 Peep Show Mini Golf ⛳️⁠

👺The Unknown VIP Lounge⁠

🎈 Kink Kandy’s Balloon Bondage Boudoir 🎀⁠

🍾 Bar & Food Trucks 🌮⁠
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‘Mondo Wonky-Into the Wonkyverse’ is presented in collaboration with Mystic Midway, Barron Scott Levkoff, and over 100 Creatives and contributors including:

DJ’s

Danny Delorean (Dna, Turbodrive, Shrek Rave, Fyre Fest Rave Barbary Ghost (Dna, Rumpus Room)
Doctor Friendly (Bunnyjam)
Neon Bunny (Frolic)

Silent Disco By All The Fun

Performers

J.A.Valentine as Lady Wonky https://javalentine.com/
Polly Amber Ross as The Unknown
Sean Lee and The Tattooed Orange
Edna Mira Raia – Comedy Stylings, Mashed Potato Comedy Daniel Briggs – Mystic Midway

Sara Boll – Terror Vault
Weazie Boy – Terror Vault
Kendra Kop
Church Of Clown- Wonkidoodle Klown Brigade! Ice Scream Into The Void

Production

The Parade Guys / Stephanie Mufson – Prop Magic
PROP2c Props and fabrication https://www.props2c.com/
Mathew Gerring – Art Build
Psychedelicious/ Stefan G – Animation And Visuals
White Light Prism – Visuals
Jeff Mockus- Immersive Audio Design
Jason Asbahr- Immersive Audio Design
Walls360 – Sticker Fun, Www.Walls360.Com
Promotional Art By Glen Grillo/ Arcane Realities https://www.linkedin.com/in/arcanerealities/ Stefan G., Allison Jones And Others!

Mondo Wonky Flyer By Glenn Grillo/Arcane Realities Using Unreal 5 And After Effects (Not A.I.!)

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