Memorable Backdrops from Willy Wonka-Inspired Event Now Available for Purchase
The unforgettable Willy Wonka-inspired event that took place in Glasgow, Scotland, has been captured in a collection of iconic backdrops now up for sale. Dive into the whimsical world of this viral experience, immortalized through a range of meme-worthy merchandise that will leave a lasting mark on internet culture.
Last month, Glasgow, Scotland hosted a disastrous event inspired by Willy Wonka. The chaos and mishaps from the event have been turned into countless memes that will forever be shared on the internet.
Some physical memorabilia from the event has been saved and is now up for auction on Ebay. Bids for these items have already reached nearly $1,000.
Monorail Music, a record store in Glasgow, is offering for sale three backdrops that were once used to decorate their warehouse. These backdrops were rescued from being thrown away by a friend of Michael Kasparis, who manages the store's online operations.
Pictures from the Willy Wonka themed experience went viral on social media.
Pictures from the Willy Wonka themed experience went viral on social media.
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“He discovered a workshop below the location where the Willy Wonka experience took place. The day after the incident, while he was near the bins, he noticed various items scattered around,” Kasparis shared with CNN on Wednesday.
“At first, he thought it would be fun to take some of the items as a joke with his friends. However, he later decided that something positive should come out of it. We recommended that Monorail auction off the items for a charity benefitting Medical Aid for Palestinians,” Kasparis explained.
Despite starting at just £10 ($13), the three backdrops on Ebay have attracted 48 bids already, with the highest bid reaching £760 ($973) by Wednesday morning. The bidding will close on Thursday at 3:10 p.m. local time (11:10 a.m. ET).
Kasparis mentioned, "I'm expecting the price to go up to over a thousand pounds, which is my goal."
As of Wednesday morning, the backdrops had received 48 bids.
As of Wednesday morning, the backdrops had received 48 bids.
Box Hub, the venue that hosted the viral event, recently sold a handcrafted sign that announced the cancellation of the event. The sign was sold for £840 ($1,075) and 80% of the proceeds were donated to Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity.
Box Hub acknowledged the disappointment experienced by many children and families who traveled from different parts of the country for the event in a post on Instagram on March 1. Despite the comedic aspect, they expressed a desire to bring some positivity out of the situation.
The Willy Wonka-themed event, featuring quarter cups of lemonade for each child, simple decorations, and actors portraying Oompa Loompas, became a popular subject for memes on social media. The event even made its way into British politics when the opposition Labour Party joined in on the fun.
Two backdrops sold by the record store show a vibrant candyland scene, while another one in black and white was used for a "Time Tunnel." However, they did not match the fantastical images used in the event advertisements.
Families who attended the experience were disappointed with the mismatch between what was promised and what was delivered. Their frustration escalated to the point where the police had to be called, leading to the eventual cancellation of the event.
House of Illuminati, the organizer, expressed in its recent Facebook update that they are deeply saddened by the aftermath of the event. They mentioned that they are still in the process of refunding tickets and have previously apologized multiple times.
Editor's P/S:
The Willy Wonka-inspired event in Glasgow was a disaster, but its aftermath has brought some unexpected joy. The physical memorabilia from the event, such as backdrops and signs, is now being sold on eBay, and the proceeds will be donated to charity. This is a positive outcome from an otherwise unfortunate situation. The event organizers may have failed to deliver on their promises, but the community is coming together to make something good out of it.
The memes that have been created about the event are also a reflection of the public's disappointment. However, they have also served to bring some humor to the situation. The event may have been a disaster, but it has also become a source of entertainment and a reminder that even the most disappointing experiences can have a silver lining.
