Celebrate the holidays like never before as Cal Poly Arts presents the Ambassador of Americana Charles Phoenix and his hilarious “Retro Holiday Jubilee Slide Show,” Thursday, December 6, 2018, 7:30 p.m. at the Fremont Theater.
A curator of classic Kodachrome, pop culture humorist Phoenix supercharges the classic living room slide show into laugh-out-loud roast and toast of mid-century Christmas, New Year’s, Easter, Fourth of July, Halloween and Thanksgiving.
With his quick wit, keen expertise, and eagle eye for delightful detail, Phoenix tells stories and lavishes spirited commentary on vintage Kodachrome slides that capture decorating, dressing up, dining, drinking, gifting and glamming up for the holidays in the fabulous ‘50s and swinging ‘60s.
He will also share eye-popping photos of outstanding edible centerpieces he designed in his Test Kitchen, home of his legendary creation, the “Cherpumple” – a holiday novelty dessert (inspired by the Turducken) that involves layering cherry, pumpkin and apple pies within a three-tiered golden cake.
This fun-filled, action-packed, crazy kaleidoscope of seasonal life and style is sure to get audiences in the mood to celebrate the holidays like never before! Following the performance, Phoenix will sign copies of his latest book, “Addicted to Americana!”
Reserved seating tickets are $35, sold exclusively online via Eventbrite and in person at BooBoo Records, 978 Monterey Street in San Luis Obispo.
Sponsored by Joan Collier and Linda Collier Mahnken, 920am KVEC, SLO Provisions
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