“They told us it was only a movie... but that's where Monsters of nightmares are made. ” 
Step into a living black-and-white film where every moment feels pulled from a vintage reel.
Monster Classics: The Silver Screen Soirée transforms the night into an immersive classic-cinema experience—complete with flickering projector glow, sweeping shadows, and the timeless drama of early Hollywood horror.
Guests enter a monochrome world where iconic creatures emerge as if walking straight off the silver screen: a brooding swamp monster shimmering in grayscale, glamorous ghostly starlets drifting like soft-focus illusions, and shadow-drenched silhouettes that echo the silent-film era’s eerie charm.
Expect high-contrast décor, noir-style lighting, and photo ops that mimic old film frames. Specialty “black-and-white” cocktails, classic soundtrack remixes, and atmospheric effects pull everyone deeper into the cinematic spell.
It’s an evening where color fades, the film grain comes alive, and the monsters of movie history take center stage—inviting you to dance, revel, and become part of the picture.

Event Features

  • Stroll the Morning Art & Author Market from 9AM-12PM
  • Enjoy a Full Open Bar with themed Cocktail and Mocktail options
  • Taste the Chef prepared meal with full dinner entrée options and delightful hors d'oeuvres
  • Be dazzled by live Spectacle and Ambient Performances
  • Test your skills in Monster Trivia
  • Enter to win the Prize Giveaways
  • Meet the purveyors of all fine stories at Cavalier House Bookshop
  • Take a chance on new lit at the Book Exchange
  • Experience the night from the best seats at the ball with VIP Premium Packages
  • Take home a few Crafted Keepsakes to remember the evening

*This is a 21+ event. All guests must be 21 or older by date of entry to Monster Classics.
Dress Code
Old Hollywood elegance with a dark twist.
Vintage formalwear, film noir style, and subtle nods to classic movie monsters encouraged.
Think black-and-white cinema meets eerie sophistication.
Date & Time
October 24, 2026
6-10 PM (VIP guests)
7-10 PM (General Admission)


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SCHEDULE
9:00 AM
Morning Vendor & Author Market
Come by the venue from 9-12 for our free Morning Art & Author Market!
6:00 PM
VIP Early Event Entry
All VIP ticket holders receive a VIP Premium Gift Bag, and may enjoy early access to dinner, drinks, themed attractions, and VIP-Only scheduled events. 
7:00 PM
General Admission Event Entry
After Check-In, General Admission guests are welcome to all the event's offerings— 360 booth video station to show off costumes, live performances, attractions, and so much more.
7:45 PM
'20s Trivia
Test your knowledge in Monster trivia to win a team prize (as well as bragging rights.)
8:45 PM
Announcements
Join us for all of the good news: trivia winner announcements, raffle prizes, costume contest winners, and a message from your event planners.
9:15-10 PM
Dance Party
Dance the night away with all of your newfound monster friends!
The night is monochrome… but the monsters are unforgettable.
See pictures from our latest event, Villains Gala 2025.
LOCATION
Boudreaux's
2647 Government Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
October 24, 2026, 6 PM-10 PM

VIP guests may enter at 6 PM and enjoy early access drinks, food and special attractions. General Admission may enter at 7 PM.
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A GOOD CAUSE
For Monster Classics, we are donating 5% of profits to Shriner's Children's Shreveport.

The mission of Shriners Children’s is to provide the highest quality care to children with orthopedic, neuromuscular, colorectal and gastrointestinal conditions, burn injuries, craniofacial conditions and spinal cord injuries. Our experienced medical teams also provide spine care, sports medicine and other special health care needs within a compassionate, family centered and collaborative care environment.
FAQs
How many tickets are available?
There are 250 tickets available for this event.
Will there be Cart Protection in the Check-out Process?
Yes, there will be an 8 minute timer that begins as soon as a tickets are added to your cart. EventCreate disallows other customers from also carting your tickets while you enter information into fields during this alloted time. 
What information will I need at checkout?
You will need first and last name, email address, and food allergy info for each ticket you are purchasing. PDF tickets will be immediately sent to the email address(es) you provide.
Will there be a service fee?
️Yes, Stripe charges a service fee for all transactions (2.9%+$0.30). This comes out to ~$5 per person and will be applied at checkout.
Is there a limit to the number of tickets I can buy?
Yes. You can purchase up to four Single Tickets at one time.
How does Reserved Seating work?
Reserved seating is included with all VIP Tickets. If you purchase your tickets together, you will be sat together.
How do refunds and exchanges work?
️Tickets are nonrefundable, and can only be exchanged through Kindle & Charm. If for some reason you can no longer attend the event, email us directly at [email protected], and we will do our best to help you get your ticket(s) sold. This is to protect you from third party sellers who may try to increase ticket prices. We are not responsible for fraudulent tickets that you purchase from a third party. In the unlikely event the ball is cancelled without being rescheduled, you will receive a 100% refund.
How old do I have to be to attend?
Guests must be 21 or older at the time of the event. All guests will be required to show their ID for entry.
When will tickets go on sale?
Tickets go on sale in our group 2/14/26 at 12 PM CST. Tickets go on sale to the public 2/14/26 at 6PM CST.
How do I get in touch?
If you have any other questions, please reach out to us at [email protected].

THE HOSTS

Kindle & Charm is an event planning company that hosts magical themed events like fairytale-themed balls, vampire masquerades, Mad Hatter tea parties, and whimsical crafting classes. We are passionate about creating unforgettable experiences for our guests, with the desire to uplift and inspire. We have a deep love of books, performance art and dreams that are worth sharing.

Chase Your Dream!
We look forward to hosting you!

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