Masquerade 2012 - KCRW's Halloween Ball - Saturday October 27
KCRW's Masquerade Is Back!
Saturday, October 27, 2012 9PM-2AM
The Legendary Park Plaza
JUST ADDED: V.I.P. CABANAS NOW ON SALE Z-Trip M83 (DJ set) 5 uniquely themed ballrooms, KCRW DJs, live band performances, 21+ only Now in its 4th year, KCRW's Masquerade just gets better and better. Prepare for what is sure to be a feast for all your senses – live band & guest DJ; dancing to music by your favorite KCRW DJs in five uniquely themed ballrooms; the enticing antics of Vaudeville circus troupe Lucent Dossier; ghost stories from L.A.'s finest storytellers; a handful of frightfully tasty artisan food trucks; some of the best costumes you've ever seen…and more!
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Z-Trip is considered to be one of the best live performance DJs in history, by both fans and peers. It’s a fact that many call him the “godfather of mash-ups”, as he is one of the originators of the genre. His worldwide sold out shows continue to set attendance records while drawing critical praise. |
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Mexican Institute of Sound combines a range of electronica beats and hip hop samples with traditional Mexican folk styles (norteño, mariachi, cumbia) for a fun and funky mix. In their live shows, founder Camilo Lara fronts a 4-piece band that brings his songs to life with heavy percussion and a punk flavor, all while maintaining his quirky playful energy. The Coachella alumni are all about having a good time. |
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HANNI EL KHATIBHanni El Khatib's live performances are raw, bluesy and soulful, reminiscent of blockbuster rockers the Black Keys but with a punk personality to boot. Interestingly enough, Dan Auerbach is producing his sophomore record in Nashville and, between time spent recording and flying across the world to play a slew of summer festivals, Hanni will finally return to his home in LA for this special show. |
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The Dustbowl Revival is a Venice-based roots collective featuring up to ten musicians at a time. Specializing in mountain bluegrass, swamp gospel, New Orleans second-line swing and jug-band blues, this high-energy ensemble will be stompin' their way through the haunted halls of the Park Plaza. |
KCRW DJs on the turntables, including:
Jason Bentley, Anne Litt, Raul Campos, Aaron Byrd, Chris Muckley, Chris Douridas, Chuck P., Dan Wilcox, Eric J. Lawrence, Gary Calamar, Liza Richardson, Marion Hodges, Mathieu Schreyer, Travis Holcombe, and Valida.
After the event, be sure to check out the KCRW music blog for a Masquerade wrap up, including event photos brought to life by Echograph.
WHAT THE PRESS SAID ABOUT KCRW'S MASQUERADE
“KCRW’s annual Masquerade party has pretty much become the go-to Halloween event of choice here in LA.” – Media Bistro
“For the third year in a row, KCRW has put on the best Halloween party in town…”
– LA I’m Yours“In Los Angeles, one of those fleeting seasonal gifts is KCRW-FM (89.9)’s annual Masquerade dance party.” – L.A.Times
“It's hardly surprising that KCRW knows how to throw a party.” – LAist“KCRW's bash never disappoints the eyes or the ears.” – L.A.Weekly
“This year’s KCRW Ball may have come the closest one can get to the experience of William Randolph’s famed costume parties at the Hearst Castle during the decadent 1920’s. No matter which way you looked, there was no shortage of jaw dropping transformative wonder.” – LA Record
ALSO FEATURING
Interactive experiences by Lucent Dossier's vaudeville circus troupe.
L.A.'s finest storytellers will enchant with tales of the macabre in the haunted bridal suite…
Immortalize yourself in the Ultrabooth photo booths!
Frighteningly delicious artisan food trucks, including: The Border Grill Truck, Let's Be Frank, Organic Oasis, Crepes Bonaparte and Perk Up
Plus, KCRW's 2nd Annual Masquerade Costume Contest with L.A. Photo Party…
After the event, be sure to check out the KCRW music blog for a Masquerade wrap up, including event photos brought to life by Echograph!
MAP & DIRECTIONS
The Legendary Park Plaza
607 S. Park View Street, Los Angeles, CA
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PARKING
Limited self-parking is available in a public parking structure at 611 S. Carondelet (between Wilshire & 6th) just behind the Park Plaza. Lot is open 24 hours. After parking, please walk around the block and enter the event from the front entrance of the Park Plaza on Park View Street.
Additional, limited public parking public parking is available at:
- 2500 Wilshire Blvd. (at Corondelet St., SW corner). Structure closes at 3am.
- 2404 Wilshire Blvd. (at S. Park View) – Lot closes at 3am. $10.
Please note: public lots accept cash only and rates are subject to change (typically $10-$12).
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
A Metro Red Line & Purple Line station is located directly across the park from the Park Plaza. Click here to use the Metro Trip Planner. Please note: currently Metro service stops on Saturday evenings/Sunday mornings between about 2am and 5am. Make sure to check the Metro schedules at metro.net.
CABS AND CAR SERVICES
Drink responsibly and get a free ride with Uber!Uber is providing new users with a complimentary ride (up to $30)
that starts or ends at The Park Plaza on Saturday, October 27th. Just sign up for an Uber account here, or within the Uber iPhone or Android app, and enter the following promo code prior to requesting your ride: "kcrwLA".
If you already have an Uber account, you can still save 20% by entering promo code "20kcrwLA”. For more info, please email Cat at supportla@uber.com.
Yellow Cab - 877.733.3305
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