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Update #8: Happy New Year!
Dearest Donors,
Just a note to say we are beginning the process of honoring our rewards starting in January.
As a thank you gesture - we are feeling super thankful - we will be staging an affordable New Year’s this year.
If you are local and wish to come dancing without spending the ol’ arm and leg, do pls join us. Say hello, we'd love to thank you in person for your support.
Here's the info:
Rubulad Presents
on Saturday, December 31st
A Cheap and Dirty New Year's Masquerade!
in which you will wear a costume or mask and we will charge you only 20 beans no matter when you arrive. (Some costuming items will be provided for the challenged.)
starring
The Drunkard's Wife
Friend Roulette
Hungry March Band
Eye-Popping Puppet Burlesque by Laura McMillian
special surprise guests
with your host:
Bastard Keith
DJ dancing all night provided by
$mall ¢hange
DJ Shakey
DJ Soundman Cody
and more
plus:
Free Non-Disgusting Champagne Bunny Toast at Midnight
Putrid Puppet Show by Pierre Pressure
Greasy Truck Fun from The Night Market
G. Scopitronic's Sleazy Non-Stop Film Fest
Hot F***ing Tamales!
Gorgeous Dancing Girls
Lowlife Light Circus Extraordinaire by Norm Francoeur
This is a party for scallywags and rapscallions only so leave your hi-falutin' attitudes at home and bring your dancing shoes!
We have a lot to be thankful for this year, so let's celebrate!
117 11th Street bet. 2d and 3d Aves, Gowanus, Brooklyn. 9pm doors 10pm show. Door Prizes for early birds;
D, F, G, N, R to 4th Ave 9th Street Station. Exit on 10th Street. One block (against traffic), left on 3d Ave., right on 11th Street.
Happy Holidays from your Rubulad!
Please Forward Wildly!
Update #7: Crossing the Finish Line (1 more hour to go)
Dear Donors,
I have no words to express how we are feeling. We are so grateful for all of your work and efforts on our behalf. We know money is in short supply right now so it feels like New York is voting to have a Rubulad.
I was going to write to you this week about the incredibly powerful magic that happens when artists of different disciplines have a place to commingle and create. I was going to write to you about the loss of so many of these kind of spaces, like Carnegie studios and the Chelsea Hotel.
I was going to write you about the weird sort of post traumatic stress disorder and helplessness we New Yorkers feel as we watch our favorite places disappear.
I can’t talk about loss today though, because today we are going to win. Because you all are unbelievably generous and because you care.
I believe, in fact I know, that we will reach our goal today and be able to start a new Rubulad home space soon. We can still have a city with variety and color - if we try.
I just have to give thanks here to some folks. If we miss you, its because we're overwhelmed and delirious, not because we don't appreciate each and every one of you. Savitri Durkee of Rev Billy and the Stop Shopping Gospel Choir, Kevin Balktick and Mark Winkel, Dan Selzer of NY Happenings, Phil Hartman who sent beautiful emails for us, Bob Ajar, Mike Harlow, Veronica Dogherty, Viva, Katwise, Caution, Matteo, Greg, Tetsu who all offered emergency assistance, Conrad - Dirtyfinger, who’s gone above and beyond the call of duty spreading the word, Mojo, Mary-Go- Round, Steph Castillo, Aaron Edwards, Jimmy Holovat - Happy Birthday! we wish you the best year ever -, Danielle Hlatkey, Jeff Stark and Abby Ehman.
You are our champions!
And of course Baby Clementine - my Kickstarter orphan.
And most of all Alita Edgar, who has been calm, cool, collected and a smart cookie to boot throughout this entire journey.
We're almost home now. Thank you all for making our dream come true!
We have just reached our goal! Thank you so much – we love you!
Here is a picture we took last night - we're all smiles now at Rubulad home base.
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Paul Schreer on December 9
I want to send a big thank you to Chicken John... if it weren't for him, I wouldn't have known about this kickstarter, he posted it on FB this week. Thanks Chicken! Cheers! Rubulad..! And Thanks Abby..! Hi! I hope I get to enjoy the new Rubulad with you soon. <3 mr.blue
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Update #6: 31 Hours to Go!!!
Okay, this is it. Time to dig up your dead grandmother's remains and take her teeth to 47th Street. We don't have any more time to fool around.
Either we support art and culture or we submit to a life spent watching television.
It's the last push and we need to make it over this hump together, or we might as well just throw in the towel and admit that we don't really care about underground art, fun or mayhem in NYC. We either align ourselves with Bloomberg and embrace mall culture - or we bust out and have a big rumpus.
We're so close to our goal, that it's getting stupid and we all really need someone to just kick this thing in the head and "call it macaroni," as they used to say.
This is one of those rare
problems that actually can be solved by throwing money at it, so tear
off a piece and throw it through the window for the sake of FUN.
http://kck.st/vky0wS
We'd love to send a huge "thank you" to these groups, who have emailed for us in a big way:
- Secret Project Robot
- Gemini & Scorpio
- Dreiky Caprice of Happy Birthday Hideout
- Will Etundi of Artists Wanted
- House of Yes
- Sara Valentine of Hungry March Band
... and of course Nonsense NYC.
We're now at 71% of the way toward our goal thanks to you, dear donors. A little extra action will take us home.
This is the dancey keychain art by Depthography group.
You da bomb!
Update #5: THE HOME STRETCH!! Only 50 Hours To Go!
Here is the invitation to our party this Saturday:
Art by Stephanie Castillo, here and below
Our kickstarter campaign will then be over and we hope, with your help, to be joyously celebrating.We’re getting down to the nitty gritty. Can you all please double down and re-remind EVERYONE YOU KNOW to join in and contribute to http://kck.st/vky0wS. This is no time to be shy.
Please do not let there be a New York without Rubulad. Your contributions make all the difference to the experience of underground nightlife in this city. This is a way of life for those of us committed to entertain you by any means necessary. Your generosity will be rewarded dozens of times over. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be part of something big, weird, noisy and out of control!
We can make it with your help. Thank you sincerely! There- We've said it.
Now, on a lighter note, let's talk about some things that are always happening over the holidays -
Holiday Sales!
We're putting some of our juciest rewards on sale including:
- G. Scopitronic's film fest boxes - now only $80
- Chicken John book with limited edition Swoon (!) cover art-slashed way down to $165
- Mary-Go-Round at your children's event for a mere $220
- Joe McGinty- yes that's The Joe McGinty of The Losers Lounge will do Keyboard Karaoke for your next party for $250
-You can even name a chair after your saintly Mum for the paltry sum of $180
- and yes your friends can still help out by pre-buying Saturday's SantaCon Afterparty tickets
- only 10 bux for Santas!
Update #4: 71 Hours to Go!!
Dear Donors,
Here is a flyer from an event that took place in Jersey City during our last spate of homelessness.
One thing that strikes us when we look at it is how concerned we were about new laws that now seem like they've been there forever.
Also, this show took place in a huge and beautiful arts building which was gutted for condos, the artists evicted long ago.
Today's update is about getting involved.
Get Involved.
Commit to telling 2 or 5 or 100 friends today that you'd like them to get involved.
To this end we have put up three new prizes designed to help you get involved in the very creativity that Rubulad embodies.
- Perform in a special variety show;
- Participate in our email by contributing a line of poetry or shout-out to a pal;
- Name the theme and costume of a future Rubulad event
and much much more.
Let's turn this grey day into a great day by making something happen.
We get all warm and fuzzy when we think of you!
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This project successfully raised its funding goal on December 9.
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From In Our Hearts - assorted cool zines.
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Hankies silkscreened with art by Chris Malechki
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Brand spankin' new 2012 Cthulhu calendars illustrated by Daupo, inspired by H.P. Lovecraft (yer last year on Earth deserves a quality calendar).
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Special Commemorative Santacon Package - you get two tickets, four drinks + a prize made for the Official Santacon Destination Afterparty on Dec. 10th. This special offer is only good for Santas in Santa suits or some approximation thereof. If you would like to buy a ticket + another reward, contact us and we'll make a special package for you since kickstarter only lets you select one reward per donor...
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Original Collage by Jeff Stark
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Custom made-to-order pinata from Meg Keys of Llaves Design. Beat that party down.
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T-shirt silkscreened with original art by Daupo
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Gary's Scopitronic Film Fest - a highlight reel of funky old-style proto-music-videos...
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Shirts! by Pierre Pressure. Limited edition one-of-a-kind, hand-stenciled & painted.
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A pair of supple leather gloves by Lamia Design, www.lamiadesign.com.
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Ticket to the Last Supper at the old Rubulad.
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Accordion serenade from Matt Dallow.
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Say something to the Rubulad community with one line in our invitation mailing. Your favorite line of poetry, or a message to someone you know will love seeing it. But, no poison pen or advertising allowed.
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The DUMBO Arts Festival edition record player by Yung Oh Le Page: http://www.flickr.com/photos/yungohlepage/sets/72157627788059400/
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Jumpsuits! by Pierre Pressure. Limited edition one-of-a-kind, hand-stenciled & painted.
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Two tickets to our Opening Champagne Gala and Preview of the new Rubulad Dream Home.
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Custom paintings on any subject in any style, made to order for you by Rubulad artists. Does your loved one have a thing for pickles? We'll give her a painting of a pickle, a cubist pickle made with the secret ingredient, by the artists of Rubulad.
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Your own copy of Chicken John's new book, The Book of the Is: Fail to Win, with a limited edition slipcover by Swoon. http://laughingsquid.com/book-of-the-is-essays-by-chicken-john-on-engineered-disperfection/
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A piece of lamp art by our resident lighting artist, Norm Francouer of the Light Circus Extraordinaire.
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Portrait of you, by painter Ricardo Rivera.
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We sold out of the first batch! Two more portraits of you, by painter Ricardo Rivera.
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Name a chair! One Rubulad chair will boast your name.
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Custom fabulous designer men's hat made for you by Laura McMillian, costumer to the stars.
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Strolling harpist performance by Mia Theodoratus for your party or special occasion. "performing harpist/composer mia Theodoratus plays at rubulad and other venues all over the world. She has written music for flight of the concords, rubicon and bravo reality series. She will stroll into your party with a small harp, serenade your confused guests and leave them a bit confused".
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Live film screening for your event by Gary Balaban, you name the theme.
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Simone shoots a bow and arrow, on stilts! For your next party. Did we mention, she's ten years old?!
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Performer Mary-Go-Round will provide a lesson in professional hula-hooping or accordion (or both). OR, a private show at your (or your little one's) birthday party.
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Joe McGinty, impresario of Loser's Lounge, will do keyboard karaoke at your party!
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One accounting consultation for an artist or arts group, with Danielle Hlatky of Pipia Cohen Hlatky, *or* an original song by Danielle.
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Mega Monster Rubulad DJs Box Set!! Dance around to the finest jams in your own home. Compiled by such superstars as: DJ Shakey, Barney Iller, Drrtyfnger, Small Change and more.
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Fabulous custom cocktail hat created for you by Alita Edgar. Known for experimental and sculptural designs using rare vintage materials. Tailored to your dreams.
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Private party puppy dog art performance by Laura McMillian.
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Name a cocktail! Our esteemed bartenders will create a cocktail tailored to your tastes and bearing a name you invent. Or named after you, whichever you prefer.
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A date with Jeff Stark. Date includes an adventure specially tailored for the donor, dinner, and sparkling conversation. Available for all genders.
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Name a room! Your name commemorated forever on a plaque.
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Secret dinner for two in a spectacular location, and a portrait of the couple by Jeff Stark.
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Pop-up 15-minute Rubulad in your home! Or on call to the location of your choice within the five boroughs.
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Name your own Rubulad theme! A handmade wonderland of costumed splendor, and a very special night out.
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THE GRAND PATRON PRIZE: One of everything listed above, except items that are sold out/ one-of-a-kind. A huge basket of art and fun! Tickets to events throughout the year! Music and films!
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Rubulad began way back in 1993 and has been bringing people together ever since. Our events are handmade, scavenged and assembled with love. The Rubulad team is 45 people strong, and includes renegade costume designers, artists, DJs, musicians, puppeteers, craftspeople, circus performers, stilt-walkers, cooks, and plain old nice folks.
Looking forward to the last supper!