19th Annual Labyrinth of Jared Masquerade Returns to LA - Aug.5 & 6th

By Karen Ostlund

THE 19TH LABYRINTH OF JARETH MASQUERADE CELEBRATION

          RETURNS TO MILLENNIUM BILTMORE HOTEL, AUGUST 5 & 6TH

The Fantasy Masquerade Ball 2016 at 506 South Grand Avenue Los Angeles.

Lobby at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel

SYPHER ARTS STUDIO is the host with the motto: “Dance and dream amongst the Court of Faerie and the darker edge of goblin realms”

Sypher Arts Studio presents the 19th annual 
Labyrinth 
Masquerade Ball next month, 
Aug.5th and 6th, which is a“Gothic Victorian and 
steam punk masquerade”in the Royal Court 
of Sypher. 
A lavish event with breathtaking costumes, 
elaborate
 sets, giant puppets and 
entertainment by:

 ALICE • BAD WOLF • JEREMY SOULE • DJ FETT • ORBIS LAZULI • 
STUDIO IQAAT • PICADILLYS AND LES PLAISIRS CHAMPETRE

Producer Shawn Strider with the Dragon on main stage

Producer Strider: "The Labyrinth of Jareth is a Masquerade Ball based on Venetian tradition, Celtic faerie and goblin lore, and storie of fantasy and wonder. Lost within the borders of chaos and light, nobles dance among the Fae while goblins wait with hungry eyes in the wings of their court"

At the dance floor, the most amazing fantasy artists, costumers and special effects crews participate in bringing a diverse host of creatures and mythologies alive each year. 

This Masquerade is one of the few classical events open to who has dreamed of a surrealistic fantasy fading into a single night of dance and revelry. Music and visuals heighten your senses as the night shields the Goblin Court and the chambers surrounding it. The artists of Sypher Arts Studio continue to  offer this tribute to dreamers and imagination.

Dance and dream amongst the Court of Faerie and the darker edge of goblin realms.

The main point of a Masquerade is to dress in costume to astonish friends and strangers alike. Be imaginative, revel in the ambiance and detail as the world falls down. 
Costumes or formal wear with masks was a must to enter. Attendees take the dress-code very seriously, but they have a whole year to figure out what to wear for the next ball. Some even prefer to rent their fantasy costumes.

David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly in the 1986 cult movie Labyrinth

The idea behind Labyrinth’s two days yearly masquerade is the 1986 British-American fantasy film “Labyrinth” directed by Jim Henson and produced by George Lucas. The film is based upon conceptual designs by Brian Froud. The leading  film stars are David Bowie as Jareth, and Jennifer Connelly as Sarah. The plot revolves around Sarah's quest to reach the center of an enormous otherworldly maze to rescue her infant brother Toby, who has been kidnapped by Jareth, the Goblin King. With the exception of Bowie and Connelly, most of the significant characters in the film are played by puppets produced by Jim Henson's Creature Shop.



The Labyrinth of Jareth is a Masquerade Ball based on Venetian tradition, Celtic faerie and goblin lore, and stories of fantasy and wonder. Lost within the borders of chaos and light, nobles dance among the Fae while goblins wait with hungry eyes in the wings of their court.

"Take a waltz with the devil" at the Clockwork Ballroom

Some of the most amazing fantasy artists, costumers and special effects crews participate in bringing a diverse host of creatures and mythologies alive each year.

Tea Room Seating

For many “The Royal Evening Tea Ballroom” is a chance to sit down and unwind gears and enjoy a “steam punk menu” offered by the Royal Kitchens. 
On the menu you find: 

Menu in the Tea Room

Victorian Steam Punk Tea Sandwiches: Victorian Cucumber; Sourdough bread, with lemon and chive cream cheese.  Sypher Teas: Prince Sypher's Grey; Zesty and Vibrant w/strong black teas, and Smokey Lap sang. Desserts: Opera Cakes; White and Yellow Cakes with Berries and Butter cream. Victorian Cucumber; Sourdough bread, with lemon and chive cream cheese.
More info at: www.labyrinthmasquerade.com