Milwaukee, WI – HYFIN, Milwaukee’s Urban Alternative station, and The Sugar Maple are proud to present “Artistic Anarchy: An Evening of Anime x Art x Beats x Sake.” The event will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2023, from 5 pm to 10 pm, at The Sugar Maple in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
“Artistic Anarchy” promises to be a unique and exciting event for anime fans and art enthusiasts. Local artists will showcase their anime-inspired artwork, allowing attendees to appreciate and support local talent.
In addition to the art exhibition, Artistic Anarchy will also feature an anime costume contest. Attendees are encouraged to dress up as their favorite anime characters and compete for prizes.
Throughout the evening, HYFIN’s program director will be spinning music, providing a soundtrack of beats that will perfectly complement the event’s anime-inspired theme.
The Sugar Maple, a renowned establishment for its selection of craft beer, will also offer a curated selection of sake, sake-inspired cocktails, and Japanese beer, providing attendees with a unique culinary experience.
Local purveyors will also be present to offer a selection of food to enjoy while taking in the evening’s festivities.
Proceeds from Artistic Anarchy will support HYFIN, a public radio station from Radio Milwaukee that champions Black music and culture. By attending the event, attendees will not only be able to enjoy a night of fun and entertainment but also contribute to a worthy cause.
Tickets for Artistic Anarchy are available for purchase at $10 in advance and $15 at the door. The name of the event, “Artistic Anarchy,” was inspired by the title of the popular anime series Samurai Champloo.
For more information on the event and to purchase tickets, please visit HYFIN’s and Sugar Maple’s Facebook and Instagram pages and at HYFIN.org
HYFIN is a new Urban Alternative public radio channel that launched on June 19, 2022 from Radio Milwaukee. HYFIN broadcasts on-air at 88.9FM HD2, online via hyfin.org and on the
Radio Milwaukee and HYFIN mobile app. HYFIN is focused on engaging and empowering Black Milwaukee by playing the full spectrum of Black music on its platform.
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The Sugar Maple opened on April 1, 2008 with the mission to provide craft beer brewed locally. Since 2015 its mission has evolved to showcase small craft breweries and distilleries, as local as possible. The bar focuses on educating and informing the consumer, so that each individual can support the producers of local beverages, thus supporting their communities.
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