Page 3 - Hawaii Island MidWeek - March 3, 2021

MARCH 3, 2021 HAWAI‘I ISLAND MIDWEEK 3
Now That’s Entertainment!
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 audiovisual installation that lasts approximately 12 minutes. Upon entering, it appears like an empty ware- house, and is kind of spooky when it gets dark. However, once the synchronized lights and music begin, it is truly a sensory-stimulating expe- rience.
Emporium is a two-story bar and arcade that features classic video games and pin- ball — a real throwback!
items you definitely won’t find at traditional stores, mixed with immersive art installations, music and en- tertainment. Omega Mart is a collaboration of 50 visual artists.
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.
Decorated with colorful art, guests can enjoy craft beer and cocktails while en- gaging in games like pool, basketball, skee ball and foosball. Emporium allows adults to feel like kids again.
After all of these 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 dish- es while dining in the fiery walls set inside the stomach of a dragon.
Omega Mart opened Feb. 18, but we were able to get a sneak peek prior to this.
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
Created by the brilliant minds of Santa Fe-based company Meow Wolf, Omega Mart is a one-of-a- kind supermarket-themed art installation experience. It’s part supermarket with
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 Ninth Island Connection.
NinthIslandConnectionairs at 7 p.m. Wednesdays on K5 and 2 p.m. Sundays on KGMB.
info@ninthislandconnection.com
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