BIZBASH CALL SHEET — #95 — Wednesday, 09.07.11
Compiled today by Chad Kaydo and Jana Schiowitz in New York
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* INCOMING *
1. POST-9/11 VENUE DEVELOPMENT: From BizBash senior editor Anna Sekula: Although real estate growth in downtown Manhattan suffered a setback during the recent financial crisis, development of the area south of City Hall has seen a significant rebound in the 10 years since the 9/11 attacks and, as a result, the number of hotels, restaurants, and cultural sites for events and corporate entertaining continues to expand. More from Anna's report:
http://bit.ly/nWKtym
Related: 10 new downtown New York venues for events and entertaining:
http://bit.ly/nz5jI8
2. EDDIE MURPHY HOSTING OSCARS: Confirming buzz that circulated over the holiday weekend, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced yesterday that Eddie Murphy will host the 84th Academy Awards February 26. Murphy is starring in the upcoming movie "Tower Heist," which was directed by Brett Ratner, who is producing the show with Don Mischer. Reaction:
Los Angeles Times: "By selecting Murphy, the academy is returning to its comedic host roots."
http://lat.ms/notiGP
The Wrap: "The selection of Murphy by Ratner and Mischer returns the Oscar hosting job back to the kind of performer who handled the gig for most of the past two decades."
http://reut.rs/oCirIm
Miami Herald: "There's only one problem. Today's comic geniuses are Ben Stiller, Zach Galifianakis and Seth Rogen, not Murphy, who hasn't lived up to that billing, live or on screen, in far too many years."
http://bit.ly/pRGezy
3. INCENTIVE FOR INCENTIVES: For companies looking to boost morale and motivation, enlisting an incentive program might be the trick. Staples' business-to-business division, Staples Advantage, surveyed 170 office workers at various-sized companies across the U.S. who currently partake in incentive programs and those that don't. The results: 30 percent of employees would take on extra responsibilities if their company had an incentive program, 85 percent of those that already participate in one feel more valued, and 70 percent are happier and more motivated at work with one in place.
http://bit.ly/88jBjN
4. MUST-HAVE WEDDING DATE: This year's most popular wedding date is September 10 because of its consecutive numbers (9.10.11), with November 11 coming in second (11.11.11). TheKnot.com has more than 37,000 members set to tie the knot Saturday. Philly.com:
http://bit.ly/oQisLr
* QUESTION FOR YOU *
Yesterday WWD reported that fashion photographer Steven Meisel handed in nearly identical portfolios for W and Italian Vogue.
http://bit.ly/qhupAX
That got us wondering, have you seen producers/designers/caterers who recycle their ideas a little too often, or for too long? Have you ever told a vendor, "I think you need to freshen this up a bit?" What are you sick of seeing? Tell us: [email protected].
* PUBLIC SERVICE *
In New York for Fashion's Night Out tomorrow (and not working)? Senior editor Anna Sekula put together this event professional's guide to Fashion's Night Out, with 8 experiential efforts to check out:
http://bit.ly/p7Fa4P
* LOCAL NEWS *
BOSTON: Globe columnist Scott Kirscner lists ten technology-minded events coming up this fall:
http://bo.st/qS4K9q
CHICAGO: The September 17 Green Tie Ball, themed "Emerald City," will offer tastings from more than 60 restaurants, food trucks, open bars, a silent auction, charitable gaming, and tunes from DJ Rock City.
The musical "Rock of Ages" will return to the Oriental Theater from November 8-13. Group tickets are available.
The Chicago Tribune art critic Howard Reich has some advice on how to reinvent the Chicago Jazz Festival, which he refers to as the "oldest and creakiest" city event. Included in his tips: create a new position of Chicago jazz festival C.E.O., partner with local clubs and concert halls to bring festival acts to various neighborhoods, and make better use of the Pritzker Pavilion.
http://trib.in/oyUWWs
The Chicago Loop Alliance's "Open Streets on State Street" will close down seven blocks of State Street for five hours on October 1. The event—intended to drive traffic to the downtown stretch—will offer everything from bike-safety demos to a roller disco and a dunk booth.
LAS VEGAS: The Las Vegas Review-Journal has a rundown of the events planned around the region to commemorate 9/11:
http://bit.ly/oS9mE2
The Impact Basketball Competitive Training Series—which The New York Times is dubbing the "Lockout League"—is set to kick off at the Impact Basketball gymnasium. The series will end with two days of playoffs, with a championship game September 23, and the plan is to donate ticket proceeds to charity.
http://nyti.ms/q8YRFd
LOS ANGELES: The Los Angeles Times music blog on the FYF music festival: "FYF on Saturday showed all signs of continuing along its bumpy road of success in much the same way that Goldenvoice's pre-Coachella festival, the annual This Ain't No Picnic in Irvine, helped introduce Southern Californians in the 1990s to bands... while building the foundation for something bigger."
http://lat.ms/qxaPsF
CNET takes a closer look (with a slide show) into the inaugural Call of Duty XP, which brought thousands of devoted Call of Duty fans to town over Labor Day weekend.
http://cnet.co/qqjrSr
Entertainment Tonight announced Tuesday that Stevie Nicks will headline its 15h annual Emmy party. Visit California will sponsor the bash at Vibiana after the ceremony September 18.
MIAMI/SOUTH FLORIDA: The Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale will open its 34,000-foot EcoDiscovery Center November 11. This expansion more than doubles the museum's current exhibit and program space.
The Miami Herald takes a look at several prayer, music, film, and art events marking the 10th anniversary of September 11.
http://bit.ly/pDybz1
Andrew Carmellini, Luke Ostrom, and Josh Pickard are bringing their Soho neighborhood restaurant the Dutch to Miami. The restaurant will debut this November at the W Hotel, replacing eatery Solea.
NEW YORK: Cloth Connection Inc. recently partnered with Magnolias Linens, LLC. offering a large array of linens and customized options for clients.
Teen Vogue's "Haute Spot" is opening at Lincoln Center September 8 in time for Fashion Week festivities. The interactive fashion destination and lounge will feature appearances by celebrities and designers, makeovers, model castings, performances, runway show screenings, a blogger section, and fragrance bars.
In other Fashion Week news: Model Elettra Wiedemann is launching a pop-up restaurant, Goodness, located across from Lincoln Center. The spot is taking over Ed's Chowder House during the morning into the early afternoon serving breakfast and lunch.
A study by students at the Fordham University Graduate School of Business shows that despite complaints from area residents about the Lincoln Center fashion tents, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week has a positive impact on the local economy. The New York Times:
http://nyti.ms/qhKNqj
Target is going big for its Missoni pop-up store opening Thursday in Midtown. A 25-foot-tall doll named "Little Marina" will be dressed in bold, zigzag knits from the Italian fashion house, with four puppeteers operating the doll. The Wall Street Journal:
http://on.wsj.com/pqlkM4
Organizers of the U.S. Open postponed matches yesterday due to rain, with plans to also postpone today's matches as the dreary weather continues. This has sparked discussion again about putting a roof on Arthur Ashe Stadium to avoid these situations. NorthJersey.com:
http://bit.ly/nhIvRD
Le Bernardin is reopening Friday after a month-long renovation of the dining room by Long Island-based interior designers Bentel & Bentel. New design elements include twisted vertical strips of steel, a redesigned bar, curved banquettes, and brown leather-upholstered chairs. The New York Times:
http://nyti.ms/nuWbcc
Millesime at the Carlton Hotel is hosting a wedding event tomorrow, showing how the space can be transformed into a wedding venue. The event begins at 11:00 a.m.
The Victoria Secret Fashion Show is returning to television network CBS November 29. Done and Dusted Inc. is producing the show.
ORLANDO: Dancers from the Orlando Ballet and Fred Astaire Dance Studio will perform at Neiman Marcus at the Mall at Millenia for Fashion's Night Out. The evening will also include food from the Rusty Spoon, Brio Tuscan Grille, Pinkberry, and others, beverages from Peroni, and photo opportunities with the Flipbook People and Photomingle.
The TradeWinds Island Resorts in St. Pete Beach recently named George Bentley as the new director of catering and convention services and Tyler Prince as director of activities, including corporate teambuilding events.
TORONTO: Bay Street Suits Up 4 Windfall is this Thursday at Shamba. The charity fashion show will feature the latest in business attire and supports Windfall's job training workshops.
http://bit.ly/rtzZj8
ABROAD: H.I.G. Group has acquired the Losberger Group, a global company which offers flexible, modular tent and hall systems for events like trade show and expos. H.I.G. is planning for further expansion of Losberger, but has not named any specific countries. Market Watch:
http://bit.ly/pWcGuq
YOUR NEWS: What are you doing? Tell us: [email protected].
With contributions from Jenny Berg in Chicago, Alesandra Dubin in Los Angeles, Mitra Sorrells in Orlando, Carla Warrilow in Toronto, and Jana Schiowitz, Anna Sekula, and Courtney Thompson in New York.
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