The Event

Pipe Dream Events partnered with Film Studio Neon to transform an empty retail storefront in Los Angeles into a fully immersive branded environment for the premiere screening of I Love Boosters, directed by Boots Riley. Every element from the custom drapery and monochromatic retail displays to the vibrant screening room was designed to transport guests directly into the colorful universe of the film, creating a one-of-a-kind cinematic experience that generated significant social media buzz.

Our Approach

Pipe Dream Events designed and installed a complete spatial transformation that turned one large empty retail box into multiple immersive environments. Custom drapery became the defining architectural element, allowing the team to divide the open floor plan into distinct guest experiences without constructing permanent walls. Combined with custom carpeting, theatrical lighting, retail fixtures, branded graphics, and carefully coordinated décor, the venue seamlessly transitioned from a realistic retail environment into a state-of-the-art screening room filled with color and energy. Every design decision supported the storytelling of the film, ensuring that guests experienced the movie long before the opening scene began.

The Transformation

Pipe Dream Events transformed a completely vacant retail space into an immersive environment inspired by the colorful world of I Love Boosters. Through custom drapery, vibrant carpeting, lighting, retail fixtures, and film-inspired branding, the open space became a monochromatic storefront that opened into a dramatic, rainbow-filled screening room turning an empty shell into a fully realized cinematic experience.

The Results

The event successfully delivered an unforgettable immersive premiere that blurred the line between film and reality. Guests immediately shared photos and videos across social media, helping generate excitement around the film through an experience specifically designed to be highly Instagrammable. The premiere was attended by director Boots Riley, along with cast members including Keke Palmer and LaKeith Stanfield, who introduced the film before the screening. The dramatic transformation of the vacant retail space became one of the event’s defining achievements, exceeding the client’s expectations while creating an unforgettable guest experience.

Key Takeaways

This project demonstrates how Pipe Dream Events transforms unconventional venues into extraordinary environments through expert drapery design, creative spatial planning, and flawless execution. By using custom drapery as the primary architectural solution, the team converted an empty commercial space into multiple immersive environments without permanent construction. Combined with lighting, flooring, and creative design, Pipe Dream Events delivered a cinematic experience that perfectly reflected the vision of the filmmakers while overcoming real-world logistical challenges under tight event timelines.

Production Specs:

Category Highlights
Event type Immersive film premiere and screening experience
Theme I Love Boosters-inspired immersive retail experience
Location Los Angeles, California
Event date May 12, 2026
Venue Vacant retail storefront
Guest count Approximately 200 guests
Services Custom pipe and drape, screening-room transformation, spatial division, carpeting, lighting and immersive event design