Howard Bragman — an architect of modern public relations and queer rights advocate who died last month — was celebrated by friends, family, and former clients in an emotional memorial on Sunday in Los Angeles.
A packed private park in North Hollywood adorned with string lights and a humble stage welcomed guests including Stevie Wonder, Lizzy Caplan, Melissa Rivers, Judy Garland’s daughter Lorna Luft, and Bragman’s musician husband Michael Maimone. Industry types in attendance included Oscar winner and “The Woman King” producer Cathy Shulman, former Entertainment Weekly editor Jess Cagle, and former “Good Morning America” hosts Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes. Bragman’s brother Adam and his client Don Lemon sent video tributes honoring the late executive.
“Honestly, I’m kind of shocked that Howard has allowed me to speak without going over talking points and vetting the audience,” joked Rivers, a long-time Bragman charge who said she “lost a true friend and trusted advisor.
A packed private park in North Hollywood adorned with string lights and a humble stage welcomed guests including Stevie Wonder, Lizzy Caplan, Melissa Rivers, Judy Garland’s daughter Lorna Luft, and Bragman’s musician husband Michael Maimone. Industry types in attendance included Oscar winner and “The Woman King” producer Cathy Shulman, former Entertainment Weekly editor Jess Cagle, and former “Good Morning America” hosts Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes. Bragman’s brother Adam and his client Don Lemon sent video tributes honoring the late executive.
“Honestly, I’m kind of shocked that Howard has allowed me to speak without going over talking points and vetting the audience,” joked Rivers, a long-time Bragman charge who said she “lost a true friend and trusted advisor.
- 3/6/2023
- by Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
Beetlejuice will end its Broadway run at the Marquis Theatre on Jan. 8, 2023, producers announced today, making the musical the second high-profile production in recent days to announce a post-holiday departure.
Last Friday, The Phantom of the Opera announced that it would end its 35-year run in February, a casualty of a market still soft from the Covid pandemic’s impact on tourism, among other factors.
Though Beetlejuice, directed by Alex Timbers and starring Alex Brightman in the title role (played by Michael Keaton in the original 1988 Tim Burton film), hasn’t had anywhere near the longevity of Phantom, its lifetime on Broadway has been, as producers concede, unconventional, to say the least.
The musical opened at Broadway’s Winter Garden Theatre on April 25, 2019, receiving so-so reviews and getting off to a slow start with audiences. With the Shubert Organization hoping to clear the venue for the revival of The Music Man with Hugh Jackman,...
Last Friday, The Phantom of the Opera announced that it would end its 35-year run in February, a casualty of a market still soft from the Covid pandemic’s impact on tourism, among other factors.
Though Beetlejuice, directed by Alex Timbers and starring Alex Brightman in the title role (played by Michael Keaton in the original 1988 Tim Burton film), hasn’t had anywhere near the longevity of Phantom, its lifetime on Broadway has been, as producers concede, unconventional, to say the least.
The musical opened at Broadway’s Winter Garden Theatre on April 25, 2019, receiving so-so reviews and getting off to a slow start with audiences. With the Shubert Organization hoping to clear the venue for the revival of The Music Man with Hugh Jackman,...
- 9/20/2022
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Reese Witherspoon and Hello Sunshine’s president of TV and film, Lauren Neustadter, will be honored as producers of the year next month at The Caucus for Producers, Writers & Directors’ 2021 Caucus Awards.
The Caucus also announced on Monday morning that Gail Katz, who is a professor of cinematic arts at USC as well as the Mary Pickford Endowed Chair and faculty chair of the School of Cinematic Arts, will receive the educator of the year award.
Previously announced honorees include Aaron Sorkin, director Susanne Bier, “Black-ish” star and emerging producer Marsai Martin and Vin Di Bona. Presenters include Caucus co-chair Robert Papazian, Nicole Kidman, Universal Filmed Entertainment Group chairman Donna Langley and “America’s Funniest Home Videos” host Alfonso Ribeiro.
Hosted by “Grey’s Anatomy” actor James Pickets Jr., the evening will also include the presentation of the Humanitarian Award to community leaders and philanthropists Jeanne and her late husband Tom Townsend.
The Caucus also announced on Monday morning that Gail Katz, who is a professor of cinematic arts at USC as well as the Mary Pickford Endowed Chair and faculty chair of the School of Cinematic Arts, will receive the educator of the year award.
Previously announced honorees include Aaron Sorkin, director Susanne Bier, “Black-ish” star and emerging producer Marsai Martin and Vin Di Bona. Presenters include Caucus co-chair Robert Papazian, Nicole Kidman, Universal Filmed Entertainment Group chairman Donna Langley and “America’s Funniest Home Videos” host Alfonso Ribeiro.
Hosted by “Grey’s Anatomy” actor James Pickets Jr., the evening will also include the presentation of the Humanitarian Award to community leaders and philanthropists Jeanne and her late husband Tom Townsend.
- 2/8/2021
- by Marc Malkin
- Variety Film + TV
Ride Foundation (Robyn & Italo Dance Events), formed by Pro-Am ballroom dance partners, Robyn Shreiber and Italo Elgueta, held its second annual event gala, Dance For Freedom, on September 29 at the Broad Stage in Santa Monica.
Brooke Burke Attends Dance For Freedom Gala
Proceeds from the event benefit two of Los Angeles’ leading organizations who are dedicated to fighting human trafficking – Cast (Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking), and Journey Out. Ride was established in 2016 to create one-of-a-kind dance events for difference-making charities, encompassing humane and ecological causes and featuring the talents of compassionate stars of the dance world. Dance For Freedom was emceed by Brooke Burke and produced by Tony Award-winning producer Scott Mauro.
“The idea of using the language of dance to help vital and meaningful organizations tell their story is thrilling. Survival. Freedom. Every step we take is orchestrated so they can dance free for the rest of their days,...
Brooke Burke Attends Dance For Freedom Gala
Proceeds from the event benefit two of Los Angeles’ leading organizations who are dedicated to fighting human trafficking – Cast (Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking), and Journey Out. Ride was established in 2016 to create one-of-a-kind dance events for difference-making charities, encompassing humane and ecological causes and featuring the talents of compassionate stars of the dance world. Dance For Freedom was emceed by Brooke Burke and produced by Tony Award-winning producer Scott Mauro.
“The idea of using the language of dance to help vital and meaningful organizations tell their story is thrilling. Survival. Freedom. Every step we take is orchestrated so they can dance free for the rest of their days,...
- 10/12/2018
- Look to the Stars
Ride Foundation (Robyn & Italo Dance Events), formed by Pro-Am ballroom dance partners, Robyn Shreiber and Italo Elgueta, has announced that its 2nd annual gala event, Dance For Freedom, will benefit two of Los Angeles’ leading organizations who are dedicated to fighting human trafficking – Cast (Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking), and Journey Out.
Ride was established in 2016 to create one-of-a-kind dance events for difference-making charities, encompassing humane and ecological causes and featuring the talents of compassionate stars of the dance world. Dance For Freedom will be held at 6Pm, at the Broad Stage in Santa Monica, with a program featuring top dance and vocal performances produced by Tony Award-winning producer Scott Mauro.
“We are thrilled to have both Cast and Journey Out as the beneficiaries of our 2nd annual gala event,” say Robyn and Italo in a joint statement. “Cast CEO Kay Buck, and Journey Out Executive Director Dr. Stephany Powell,...
Ride was established in 2016 to create one-of-a-kind dance events for difference-making charities, encompassing humane and ecological causes and featuring the talents of compassionate stars of the dance world. Dance For Freedom will be held at 6Pm, at the Broad Stage in Santa Monica, with a program featuring top dance and vocal performances produced by Tony Award-winning producer Scott Mauro.
“We are thrilled to have both Cast and Journey Out as the beneficiaries of our 2nd annual gala event,” say Robyn and Italo in a joint statement. “Cast CEO Kay Buck, and Journey Out Executive Director Dr. Stephany Powell,...
- 9/3/2018
- Look to the Stars
Ride Foundation (Robyn & Italo Dance Events), formed by Pro-Am ballroom dance partners, Robyn Shreiber and Italo Elgueta, has announced that its 2nd annual gala event, Dance For Freedom, will benefit two of Los Angeles’ leading organizations who are dedicated to fighting human trafficking – Cast (Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking), and Journey Out.
Ride was established in 2016 to create one-of-a-kind dance events for difference-making charities, encompassing humane and ecological causes and featuring the talents of compassionate stars of the dance world. Dance For Freedom will be held at 6Pm on September 29, at the Broad Stage in Santa Monica, with a program featuring top dance and vocal performances produced by Tony Award-winning producer Scott Mauro.
“We are thrilled to have both Cast and Journey Out as the beneficiaries of our 2nd annual gala event,” say Robyn and Italo in a joint statement. “Cast CEO Kay Buck, and Journey Out Executive Director Dr.
Ride was established in 2016 to create one-of-a-kind dance events for difference-making charities, encompassing humane and ecological causes and featuring the talents of compassionate stars of the dance world. Dance For Freedom will be held at 6Pm on September 29, at the Broad Stage in Santa Monica, with a program featuring top dance and vocal performances produced by Tony Award-winning producer Scott Mauro.
“We are thrilled to have both Cast and Journey Out as the beneficiaries of our 2nd annual gala event,” say Robyn and Italo in a joint statement. “Cast CEO Kay Buck, and Journey Out Executive Director Dr.
- 6/29/2018
- Look to the Stars
The stars of the Tony Award winning hit musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Nick Adams and Kyle Brown and Priscilla producer Scott Mauro celebrated Fashion Week in New York City this week at the 9th Annual Woman's Day Red Dress Awards to support the American Heart Association at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Allen Room. Mauro also produced the Red Dress Awards show and festivities that were hosted by The Today Show's Hoda Kotb. Earlier in the week Nick Adams also took to the Mercedes-Benz Fall 2012 Fashion Week runway to model designer Malan Breton's new Fantome Collection.
- 2/17/2012
- by BWW News Desk
- BroadwayWorld.com
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