A SUBMARINE-TIKI SOIRÉE BELOW THE SURFACE

Cinereal Productions partnered with FeverUp to conceptualize, design, and produce The Acey Deucey Club, an immersive tiki bar pop-up that ran through 2022—anchored at the Horton Grand in San Diego and later docking at Lot 613 in L.A.

Guests descended into the deep sea aboard the USS Clusterwink, a fictional 1940s submarine. The environment was transformed via porthole video walls, steel pipes, netting, and flickering lanterns— all washed in moody lighting to evoke a deep‑sea descent. The décor leaned into mid‑century Polynesian kitsch, with thatch, woven textures, hanging fish, and vintage naval accoutrements sourced locally to complement the stylized scenic work.

The 90‑minute voyage blended tiki cocktails, live jazz, and of course… campy dramatics. Crew members, led by a sultry Captain and playful Skipper, served a trio of rum‑forward drinks, with a fourth VIP flask option of Captain’s Grog. Audiences were treated to scenes that were truly immersive including mini “interrogations,” secret corridor tours, and curtain-raiser musical numbers.

Cinereal’s narrative and themed entertainment design stemed from tiki bar legacies like Tiki Ti and Tonga Hut, honoring classic materials lauhala weaving, thatch roofing, and props from the legendary Oceanic Arts to craft fresh yet nostalgic escapism. Live music features a three‑piece jazz band fronted by the Captain, performing 1940s‑era sets that underscore the retro vibe while driving forward the story.