Texas company hits party circuit with robot escorts for special occasions

The newest plus-one on the party circuit can’t eat the cake, doesn’t drink, doesn’t flirt at Table 7 and doesn’t even have a pulse — but might steal the show.It’s a robot.Whether it’s a wedding, corporate conference, birthday bash or black-tie gala, party hosts and guests looking to leave their companions slack-jawed are calling The Robot Studio in Dallas to send in the high-energy mechanical charmers.The price of a robot companion isn’t exactly pocket change.Renting one runs about $500 an hour, while buying one outright costs anywhere from $13,000 to $80,000, depending on the model.Every booking comes with custom outfits and accessories tailored to the event, music and choreography if requested, plus a trained technician to keep everything running smoothly.All the host has to provide is a standard power outlet.“The bots are friendly and entertaining,” owner Aaron Mehdizadeh told The Post.

“Everyone loves Stewie, who’s named after the character on ‘Family Guy.’ He’s adorable and enthusiastic, but also kind of a wise guy.”Stewie doesn’t just stand around looking futuristic.The three-foot-three bot greets guests, shakes hands, claps, dances, strikes action poses and responds to basic voice commands — quickly becoming the unofficial host where ever he rolls in.The rest of the robotic cast has personalities too.Buzz is the thoughtful brainiac.Mirokai is polished and sophisticated.

“They’ve each got their own unique personality,” Mehdizadeh said.“Their movements are controlled and smooth because we never want anyone thinking robots are ‘Terminator’ scary.

They’re everyone’s best friend.”They’re daring drivers too.So far, the company has six bots, with another half-dozen on the way.“They’re designed to engage, entertain and amaze,” he said.“Everyone who’s rented one says the robot made the event unforgettable.”The machines are surprisingly sturdy.Stewie weighs about 50 pounds, while his taller cousins...