Laquan Smith

UNDER BRIDGES AND STARS AT LaQuan Smith’s MET GALA AfterParty.

a Met Gala AfterParty for Laquan Smith Under the K-Bridge.

Working with the North Brooklyn Parks Aliance, the NYPD, and LaQuan Smith, THE UMBRELLA co-produced and project managed the first legally permitted late-night party in this unique municipal space.

Event poster for "Laquan Under the Bridge" presented by Cash App, featuring artists Mazurbate, Kaytranada, A$AP Ferg, and City Girls on September 13 from 11 PM to 3 AM, with a black tie dress code. 
UNDER THE K-BRIDGE

Performers included: A$AP Ferg, City Girls, Kaytranada, Mazurbate, & More.

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Working with the North Brooklyn Parks Aliance, the NYPD, and LaQuan Smith, THE UMBRELLA co-produced and project managed the first legally permitted late-night party in this unique municipal space.


After checking in, guests were chauffeured via golf cart to a grand outdoor plaza underneath the Kosciuszko Bridge, which was lit above and below in dramatic rainbow mood lighting.

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Cannabis infused food was passed on silver trays, partnerships with Moët, Teva, and Melissa's Cupcakes were activated.

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Live performances by City Girls and A$AP Ferg felt spontaneous throughout the evening, making use of the pre-existing infrastructure as makeshift stages.


DJ Sets by Kaytranada, Chopstix and Mazurbate kept the VIP crowd satisfied til the early morning.

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When

September, 2021

Where

New York City

Client

LaQuan Smith

Production

The Umbrella

Talent

A$AP Ferg

Chopstix

City Girls

Kaytranada

Mazurbate

Photography

Mike Vitelli /BFA.COM

Lexie Moreland /WWD

Services

Consultation

Location Scouting and Permitting

Production

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