NEWSLETTER
Coney Island USA Hosts A Pee-wee Herman Universe Look Alike Competition
Coney Island, N.Y. - The legend lives on! To celebrate the birthday of legendary actor and comedian, Paul Reubens, and his most notable character, Pee-wee Herman, as well as the 40th anniversary of his iconic film, Pee-wee's Big Adventure, we invite you to join us at Coney Island USA for the first ever Coney Island Pee-wee Herman Look Alike Contest!
“Pee-wee Herman's body of work has left an indelible mark on American popular culture.” Adam Rinn, Coney Island USA's Artistic Director emphatically states. “And part of our mission is to preserve this type of popular culture through performances and events such as this. Our non-profit arts organization created the Mermaid Parade, where thousands of marchers and spectators dress up as mythical creatures of the sea, so why not have a day where we can celebrate the colorful characters that Paul Reubens created?”
Little Brooklyn, the event's co-producer and co-host was greatly influenced by the Pee-wee Universe, having created a group for this past year's Mermaid Parade called ‘The Pee-wee Mermen’. “Coney Island is all about fun and spectacle.” Brooklyn declares. “We can't wait to see how creative the people of New York City and beyond are going to get.”
The event is not limited to Pee-wee look-alikes. Registration categories include:
Best Pee-wee Herman - you have to look like Pee-wee.
Pee-wee's Playhouse - love Pee-wee but that signature red bow tie isn't your thing? Go for Miss Yvonne, Capt. Carl, Cowboy Curtis, Reba the Mail-lady, the King of Cartoons, Jambi, or any of the colorful cast of characters from the classic TV show.
Pee-wee Movie Character - tell em Large Marge sent ya! From Pee-wee's Big Adventure to Big Top Pee-wee, to Pee-wee's Big Holiday, Pee-wee's friends, acquaintances, and sometimes enemies might just be your cup of…tequila.
The event will be hosted by Adam Rinn, Coney Island USA's Artistic Director and burlesque performer and performance artist, Little Brooklyn.
Get creative and come out to celebrate the Pee-wee Universe…and while you’re out in Coney Island, check out the world famous Coney Island Circus Sideshow and the Coney Island Museum, housed inside of our landmarked building.
Amazing Coney Island themed prizes will be awarded for each category.
Date: Sunday, August 24
Location: 1208 Surf Ave.
Time: Registration begins at noon inside the break bar. Competition begins at 1:00 on West 12th St.
Event webpage: https://www.coneyisland.com/
Event flier here.