This event is 21+

EMP is celebrating the North American debut of New Zealand’s largest art show, World of WearableArt (WOW) , with an awe-inspiring evening where fashion and art collide.

Be the first to experience the magic of EMP’s newest exhibit, World of WearableArt™, and explore how the borders between creative disciplines fade away as designers play with their imagination and innovative ways of constructing new objects.

• Watch spectacular performances by aerialists, stilt walkers, and live musicians.
• Enjoy blissfully curated beats from DJ Explorateur, and magical melodies on the electric cello by Gretchen Yanover, Cello.
• View amazing wearable art garments up close on live models, or capture your own creative style on the Seattle Met red carpet and photo booth.
• World of WearableArt™ Founder Dame Suzie Moncrieff, as well as designers from the exhibit, will be in attendance to shed light on this spectacular art show through spotlight talks.
• Weave your way through local artist Mandy Greer ’s durational performance and interactive fiber-based installation, “The Metamorph”
• Plus, glo-fashion giveaways, interactive demos with makeFashion, and vibrant signature cocktails!

Although there is no dress code, attendees are encouraged to come adorned in festive attire—from your favorite shoes and accessories to an entire ensemble that makes a bold statement on your personal style.

SCHEDULED EVENTS

8:00pm
Magical melodies by Gretchen Yanover (electric cello) and DJ Explorateur

8:30pm
Performances, Remarks, and Wearable Art Spotlights
(Sky Church)

• Aerialist performance by Animate Objects
• Opening Remarks with Patty Isacson Sabee (CEO, EMP Museum) and Dame Suzie Moncrieff (Founder, World of WearableArt™)
• Model showcase of World of WearableArt™ garments
• Wearable Art Designer Spotlight with Dame Suzie Moncrieff and featured designers Lynn Christiansen (Gothic Habit, San Francisco) and Gillian Saunders (Inkling, New Zealand)

9:00pm
Blissfully-curated beats and dancing with DJ Explorateur + ongoing performance installations and wearable art activities

ABOUT DJ EXPLORATEUR
Seattle’s DJ Explorateur (vinyl enthusiast Valerie Calano) has been a key figure in Seattle’s thriving underground music scene as a DJ and curator. Her deep knowledge of psychedelia, electronic, new age, ambient music, funk, jazz, and other genres has led to gigs with major acts like Animal Collective, Faust, and Loop, as well as compiling playlists for Seattle’s Bumbershoot. She was a co-producer of Hypnotikon Festival, and her affinity for blissfully-curated selections is on full display at Rare Air, her unique and immersive ambient show at Q Nightclub featuring live music, DJs, and visuals. She is also a member of the dark electronics collective False Prophet, resident DJ on Hollow Earth Radio’s Yonic Boom show, and a member of Seattle’s TUF collective. A seriously dedicated DJ, she is always striving to increase her awareness—and procurement—of life-changing music.

ABOUT GRETCHEN YANOVER
Locally-grown Seattle cellist Gretchen Yanover has been attached to her instrument since she began playing at the age of ten in her public school music program. She was immersed in the world of classical music until her college years, when she expanded her range to include playing in bands. Once she was introduced to a loop sampler, Gretchen found a new voice for her instrument. She began to improvise and compose in this context, creating her own instrumental atmospheres and melodies. Gretchen’s music in some ways reflects the blend of her cultural identity—a mix of African American and Russian Jewish descent, while European classical tradition and contemporary styles are also incorporated in her cello playing. She has two solo albums to date, and will begin recording her new project in September 2016.

Date and Time:
July 1, 2016
8:00pm-11:30pm

Venue:
EMP Museum
325 5th Avenue N
Seattle, WA 98109

Ticket Info:
$29 ($23 EMP members)
21+

World of WearableArt™ is presented in partnership with the New Zealand Government.