The Last Temptation of the Nain Rouge
It behooves us, now that we are almost directly in the line of fire of the Marche de Nain Rouge, to invite the ahistoric red devil himself to a proper Model D party the night before. You're invited, too, Detroit dears. Come one, come all.
What does a harbinger of doom do on the eve of his demise? Enjoy one last night of debauchery, of course.
Join us Saturday, March 23 from 7 to 11 p.m. at 4470 Second Avenue for a final frolic before we bid farewell to Detroit’s dastardly devil.
Dress in your best burlesque for a sultry soiree featuring:
• Red light salon appearance by the floozies of author Kathe Koja’s Under the Poppy, accompanied by an accordionist on the front lawn at 8 p.m. Hot.
• Mood elevating, Max Ernst-inspired tunes by Revolution by Night DJs. Cool.
• A taste of the French Quarter by McClure’s (Bloody Mary Gumbo, anyone?)
• More food and drink courtesy of Porktown Sausage, Cupcak’n, Kenny’s Sweet Cabbage, and Traffic Jam & Snug.
• Tales of Detroit’s delectibly delirious past, on the bottom floor, by the Cass Corridor Museum
• The Nain Rouge himself says he “might stop by.” Read our exclusive Q&A here.
Hosted by the Cass Corridor Museum, Under the Poppy, Wink, McClure’s Pickles and Model D.
For all the delicious details about the official Marche du Nain Rouge festivities, go here.
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