Get Ready for Nerd Prom 2017

Written by John Edward Betancourt

There was once a dark and disturbing time in our world. Where nerds and geeks and all the things they loved were frowned upon. Some may say that's not possible, but I grew up during that era, and it was a dark time indeed. Star Trek was not to be discussed in a public dinner setting. Lightsabers were an afterthought made of low grade materials, and you had to enjoy your favorite nerdy shows in private and let me tell you...I couldn't be happier that the Dark Ages of Geekiness have finally come to an end.  

Everywhere I go now, I see Starfleet deltas on cars or someone's clothing. Lightsabers are now top notch in quality and almost a requirement to decorate a home or a desk. Geek culture is celebrated just about everywhere you go now, to the point where nerds are working to right the wrongs of the past to allow all of us to have wonderful memories with people who share in the same love of our fandoms and one such annual event that does a phenomenal job of bringing nerds and geeks together is happening this weekend, the always amazing...Nerd Prom.

For those who have yet to attend this event in Denver, the title of this event is exactly what it sounds like, but the experience...is what makes this show so special. It's a night that includes great music where folks who perhaps skipped their own prom ages ago, can create some fantastic memories filled to the brim with smiles. Not to mention, there's plenty to do at this event as well. Case in point, for those who aren't inclined to dance...and would rather get their game on (which is totally not a bad thing), Nerd Prom will be hosting several video game tournaments with the help of Level 7 Games throughout the night.

But the fun doesn't end there. In between your gaming run, the dance floor awaits and Nerd Prom has prepared a bevy of bands to keep your toes tappin' all night long. Boyhollow will be handling all the DJ sets for the show, and they will no doubt keep the vibe of the night going while we wait for performances from Rocket Surgeons, MC Lars and Mega Ran and Nerd Prom staple/founding act; Andy Rok and the Real Deal, and in addition to these bands the hosting duties for all things, including the headlining festivities for the night will be handled by Rick and Alf from KTCL 93.3.

As to what big event they will preside over, well that's the moment we've all been waiting for...the crowning of the King and Queen of Nerd Prom, a magical event to say the least and if you'd like a chance to vote for Nerd Prom Royalty head to the voting page now to help decide who will rule over the Nerd-dom for the next year. But what matters most when it comes to this event, it's just flat out fun. It's a great 
way to spend the night geeking out, so snag your tickets today, and we here at Nerds That Geek will see all of you Saturday, April 8, 2017 at 7 p.m. at the Summit Music Hall for the wonder that is...Nerd Prom.