THE BAD NEWS: Lightsabers are sold out! THE GOOD NEWS: This event is free if you bring your own! IF YOU HAVEN'T RECEIVED PICKUP INFO: Please check spam folders and secondary e-mail accounts (remember your account fluffy666@hotmail.com from 2008? Check that.) MTFBWY
Newmindspace + Lightsaber Academy present: Lightsaber Battle LA 2015
Join us for a massive battle of Jedi vs. Sith in Los Angeles on Star Wars Episode VII opening weekend. Pick a side of the force and use that venerable, ancient, gl...
THE BAD NEWS: Lightsabers are sold out! THE GOOD NEWS: This event is free if you bring your own! IF YOU HAVEN'T RECEIVED PICKUP INFO: Please check spam folders and secondary e-mail accounts (remember your account fluffy666@hotmail.com from 2008? Check that.) MTFBWY
Newmindspace + Lightsaber Academy present: Lightsaber Battle LA 2015
Join us for a massive battle of Jedi vs. Sith in Los Angeles on Star Wars Episode VII opening weekend. Pick a side of the force and use that venerable, ancient, glowing tool: the lightsaber, in the ultimate nocturnal showdown. In the past we have attracted up to 2000 warriors in New York City and Toronto, and we can expect even more in Los Angeles :)
DJ, food truck, and temporary bar provided by Pershing Square!
For every $10 you contribute, we will reserve one lightsaber for you. Each lightsaber changes up to 6 colors is about 3' long, and you will be able to pick them up at a nearby art gallery.
We will start to gather at 8:00, split into Jedi and Sith a little after 9:00, and the battle will begin. May the force be with you!
OTHER OPENING WEEKEND EVENTS
+ Friday December 18th - professional lightsaber demonstrations all day by LightsaberAcademy.com's local team the Forcestorm Entertainment!
+ Midnight December 18th - Star Wars Episode VII premiers!
+ Afterparty: TBA, downtown location
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: Who is Newmindspace?
Newmindspace produces free, fun events around North America, including 5000-person pillow fights in New York City, giant games of Capture the Flag, and a 1000-person bubble battle in Dolores Park in June. They were founded in 2005 and exist to reclaim public space and make "living installations" using favorite childhood activities and thousands of people.
Q: Who is Lightsaber Academy?
Lightsaber Academy is run by veteran Lightsaber trainer Flynn Michael of the New York Jedi, the world's first organized Lightsaber Stage combat training club. Now, with friends and partners with some of the best saber trainers in the world like Noah Fleder of Forcestorm Entertainment for this event, and as we expand world-wide with a new Instructor Certification project, LightsaberAcademy.com is creating a socializing network for those of you who want to do this every week, and our history with Newmindspace has brought together this wide-spread community in unqiue moments that scream fun from the highest rooftops! This time, we are honored to be a part of this one with all of you at a time like no other in our planet's history.
Q: Is there an age limit?
A: No! We welcome Jedi and Sith of all ages at this event. You can bring your kids and grandparents.
Q: Do we get to keep the lightsabers we reserve afterward?
A: Yes!
Q: Can I bring my super awesome custom lightsaber without reserving one of yours?
A: Totally!
Q: How much are the lightsabers?
A: $10 plus handling
Q: If I bring my own lightsaber, do I still have to RSVP/pay/reserve a spot in any way?
A: No. Just show up, this event is free.
Q: Where do I pick up my lightsaber?
A: At a downtown art gallery very close to Pershing Square. The exact location will be e-mailed to people who have reserved lightsabers. The gallery will be open from 6 PM - 10 PM, and you MUST collect your saber in that time.
Q: Where will this event be held?
A: In Pershing Square
Q: Where should I direct other questions or media inquiries?
A: E-mail love@newmindspace.com
Q: If I can't make it, can somebody else pick up my lightsaber?
A: Yes! Simply have them say your name and order number and they will be able to claim your order.
Q: If I don't show up to claim my lightsaber, can I get a refund afterward?
A: No. All lightsabers are final sale.