Page 9 - MIdWeek - Feb 24, 2021

Now That’s Entertainment!
FEBRUARY 24, 2021 MIDWEEK 9
The world’s first pur- pose-built experi- ential entertainment complex, AREA15, is a must- see destination in Las Vegas. This amazing and immer- sive complex has welcomed several new experiences, including roller skating rink ElectroRoll, Emporium, vir- tual reality-based Oz Experi- ence, Five Iron Golf, Dueling Axes, immersive art installa- tions at Museum Fiasco and Wink World, and restaurant The Beast by Todd English. In addition to these unique experiences that fit right into the Entertainment Capital of the World, is the long-awaited Omega Mart.
Museum Fiasco is an au- diovisual installation that
lasts approximately 12 min- utes. Upon entering, it appears like an empty warehouse, and is kind of spooky when it gets dark. However, once the synchronized lights and music begin, it is truly a sen- sory-stimulating experience.
joy craft beer and cocktails while engaging in games like pool, basketball, skee ball and foosball. Empori- um allows adults to feel like kids again.
mind-blowing experiences, we had the opportunity to grab a bite at The Beast by Todd English and meet the celebrity chef himself. We were quick to see where The Beast got its name, as guests can enjoy a variety of dishes while dining
in the fiery walls set inside the stomach of a dragon.
Ninth Island Connection. Catch Sebastian and Ninth
Island Connection at 7 p.m. Wednesdays on K5 and 2 p.m. Sundays on KGMB.
info@ninthislandconnection.com
Wink World, created by Chris Wink, co-founder and chief creative officer of Blue Man Group, is described as “psychedelic art house meets carnival funhouse.” Six mir- rored rooms that combine light, color, sound and mo- tion provide quite the trippy experience.
Omega Mart opened Feb. 18, but we were able to get a sneak peek prior to this. Cre- ated by the brilliant minds of Santa Fe-based company Meow Wolf, Omega Mart is a one-of-a-kind supermar- ket-themed art installation experience. It’s part super- market with items you defi- nitely won’t find at traditional stores, mixed with immersive art installations, music and entertainment. Omega Mart is a collaboration of 50 visu- al artists.
For more information on the experiences at AREA15, check out their website area15.com and stay tuned for our AREA15 experience on an upcoming episode of
HAWAII & AMERICAN SAMOA WEBEX MEETING FEBRUARY 26, 2021
U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs Honolulu Regional Office -
Public Contact Team
Will host a Virtual Benefits Workshop for Veterans, Family Members, Surviving Spouses, and Community Providers
on
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2021
From
4:00PM-6:00PM in HAWAII / 3:00PM-5:00PM in AMERICAN SAMOA
To participate please join us in Cisco Webex by clicking or copying and pasting the below links into your browser:
**DOWNLOAD SLIDES at: https://www.benefits.va.gov/honolulu/ https://veteransaffairs.webex.com/veteransaffairs/j.php?MTID=mef414 992033428cb72ed2b21a738c754
You can join via Computer, Phone Audio (1-404-397-1596, 1997080183##), or Webex Mobile App
Benefits Workshop Topics:
Compensation, Pension, Education & Training, DIC, Survivor Benefits, Loan Guaranty, Veteran Readiness & Employment, Burial and Plot Internment Allowance, Burial Flags, & Insurance
Emporium is a two-sto- ry bar and arcade that fea- tures classic video games and pinball. Decorated with colorful art, guests can en-
After all of these
The author hangs out with chef Todd English in the belly of The Beast food hall at AREA15, a 200,000-square-foot entertainment venue in Las Vegas. PHOTO COURTESY KRISTINE RODRIGUEZ