The 2024 Sundance Film Festival witnessed a special celebration as DEVO commemorated 50 Years of De-Evolution with a unique dinner event at ChefDance Social.
Presented by Space Perspective and hosted by Mimi Kim and Kenny Griswold, the evening brought together guests like Paul Oakenfeld and Joel Michaely to honor the band’s documentary, 50 Years of De-Evolution.
Prior to their performance at The Marquis Park City, DEVO and their guests indulged in a sumptuous four-course meal prepared by renowned chefs. The dinner also provided an opportunity for guests to engage with Space Perspective VR, following a presentation by Founder and Co-CEO Jane Poynter, as well as a photo session with DEVO and a meet-and-greet with VIP dinner attendees.
Space Perspective, an innovative entity, aims to make space travel accessible to all who are interested, offering journeys in the world’s only carbon-neutral spaceship.
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The dinner menu, curated by James Beard Executive Chef Shawn McClain and ChefDance Executive Chef Jordan Harvey, featured exquisite dishes such as Grilled Artichokes with pear butter-poached pears and sun chokes, Burrata with sweet peppers and arugula, Ricotta Gnocchi with mushrooms, and Crema Catalan with fresh berries for dessert.
ChefDance Social, known for its fusion of food and culture, serves as a permanent culinary haven, offering an Italian cuisine-focused menu. Founded by Mimi Kim and Kenny Griswold, the establishment features an opening menu by Culinary Partner and James Beard Award-winning Chef Shawn McClain, alongside Executive Chef Jordan Harvey.
Following the intimate dinner, DEVO took the stage at The Marquis Park City for an hour-long set, entertaining a crowd of enthusiastic DEVO fans and filmmakers at the newly opened state-of-the-art music venue in partnership with LNE Presents, marking a memorable highlight of Sundance 2024.
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