Charles Phoenix: Floridaland - Live on Stage at the Mai Kai
A Mid-Century Dream Vacation Slide Show Tour of the Sunshine State … in the most Spectacular Tiki Temple on the Planet
Noon on Sunday June 7th
Retro Pop Culture Expert, Charles Phoenix roasts and toasts the Florida tourist experience in the 50s & 60s.
With his keen expertise, unbridled enthusiasm and keen eye for odd-ball detail, Charles lavishes spirited commentary on found Kodachrome slides taken by tourists traveling Florida back in the day.
This rip roarin’, whirlwind, time travel, road trip adventure explores Florida’s legendary roadside attractions, tourist traps, souvenir shops, marvelous motels, landmark hotels, mid-century Miami Beach, and more galore!
Be prepared for your vintage Florida lovin’ spirit to soar like never before!
Charles Phoenix Bio:
The New York Times says, “Call him the King of Retro.” Mid-century pop-culture expert and humorist, Charles Phoenix is a performer, author, explorer and collector celebrating classic and kitschy American life and style. He is known for his spirited slide show performances, classic car Joyride videos, colorful coffee table books, test kitchen creations and fun field trip tours. Growing up in Ontario, California in the 60s and 70s, he was educated at theme parks, thrift stores, shopping malls and his dad’s used car lots.
Vintage Florida Slide Show Tour
Tourist traps, roadside icons, motels, beaches, mermaids and more



Charles Phoenix: Floridaland - Live on Stage at the Mai Kai
A Mid-Century Dream Vacation Slide Show Tour of the Sunshine State … in the most Spectacular Tiki Temple on the Planet