Times Square Alliance Archives - StageZine https://stagezine.com/tag/times-square-alliance/ Thu, 16 Sep 2021 18:45:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 150279326 Times Square Fashion Week celebrates Broadway’s reopening https://stagezine.com/times-square-fashion-week-celebrates-broadways-reopening/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=times-square-fashion-week-celebrates-broadways-reopening Thu, 16 Sep 2021 18:22:22 +0000 https://stagezine.com/?p=12970 NEW YORK—I Love New York Collection 2022 took over Times Square at Times Square Fashion Week as celebrities walked the runway featuring TMZ’s Loren LoRosa; daughter of Russell Simmons and Model Kimora Lee Simmons, Aoki Lee Simmons; and daughter of Yolanda Adams, debutante Taylor Crawford. NYC philanthropist, TV host and author Jean Shafiroff impressed the […]

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NEW YORK—I Love New York Collection 2022 took over Times Square at Times Square Fashion Week as celebrities walked the runway featuring TMZ’s Loren LoRosa; daughter of Russell Simmons and Model Kimora Lee Simmons, Aoki Lee Simmons; and daughter of Yolanda Adams, debutante Taylor Crawford. NYC philanthropist, TV host and author Jean Shafiroff impressed the crowd with an Oscar de la Renta ballgown at Father Duffy Square.

There was a Times Square takeover Sunday Sept. 12th at the I Love New York Collection 2022 presented by Times Square Fashion Week, DCG Media Group, Times Square Alliance, and partners had their kickoff event to New York Fashion Week, promoting local and international fashion designers. This invite-only show was hosted by veteran fashion publicist and producer Dee Rivera, who has been curating this event for the last three years.

“(NYFW) Times Square Fashion Week runway show promotes talent in the clothing retail industry and provides NYC residents, workers, and visitors with a fashion experience to commensurate with what is already available in cities such as Paris, and Milan,” said Dee Rivera. “Times Square Fashion Week strives to embody a world-class environment, propelling that mission forward by hosting it in the middle of Father Duffy Square where native New Yorkers and the world can celebrate the opening of Broadway & NYC.”

Over 8,000 guests gathered to enjoy a New York Fashion Week inspired runway show featuring Spring/Summer 2022 fashions from Celebrity Designers and overseas collections.

Performer Cindy Ashton. Photo: Tania Sterl.

Mistress of Ceremonies, NYC socialite Jean Shafiroff, presented Gale E. Brewer with the I Love NY Leadership Award. Ms. Shafiroff sported an evening gown by Oscar de la Renta in the middle of Father Duffy Square. Following was a live performance featuring TV personality Cindy Ashton honoring NYC and First Responders with a tribute to the re-opening of Broadway and an entertaining teaser before the runway shows began, with of course, performers dancing out classic show tunes.

The show proceeded to begin with a wow factor featuring the Bahamian designer, David Roelle of (RAPHELITA), who featured an array of woven white linen and cotton gowns and dresses beautifully accessorized with bamboo bags and top hats, celebrity Gina Neely gracefully walked down the runway in one of his beautiful dresses. Gloria Lee’s sustainable collection of draped, romantic dresses were showstoppers in colorful resort wear. Reality TV star Isabella Barrett, designer of House Of Barretti, featured “Chanel” suits and dresses that were perfectly curated for any NYC socialite. Celebrity designer Cesar Galindo Collection took over Times Square featuring TMZ’s Loren LoRosa, Aoki Lee Simmons and Taylor Crawford. Caesar’s collection of signature colorful, festive silhouettes of dresses and fringe was a finale to an homage to NYC with I LOVE NY looks.

Cindy Ashton sings in Times Square. Photo: Krista Rizzo.

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]]> 12970 Curtain Up! celebrates Broadway’s return Sep. 17 to 19, 2021 https://stagezine.com/curtain-up-celebrates-broadways-return-sep-17-to-19-2021/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=curtain-up-celebrates-broadways-return-sep-17-to-19-2021 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 12:27:22 +0000 http://www.stagezine.com/?p=12895 BROADWAY GATHERS TO CELEBRATE A TRIUMPHANT RETURN! Three-Day Festival, Sponsored by Prudential, Will Bring Together Broadway’s Best September 17-19, 2021   When Broadway wins, New York City wins!   NEW YORK– Playbill, in partnership with The Broadway League, the Times Square Alliance and title sponsor Prudential, will bring together all of Broadway with an unprecedented […]

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Three-Day Festival, Sponsored by Prudential, Will Bring Together Broadway’s Best
September 17-19, 2021
 
When Broadway wins, New York City wins!

 

Image: Broadway League & Playbill.com

NEW YORK– Playbill, in partnership with The Broadway League, the Times Square Alliance and title sponsor Prudential, will bring together all of Broadway with an unprecedented outdoor festival to celebrate all returning and new Broadway shows.

 

Curtain Up! will take place from Friday, September 17 through Sunday, September 19 outdoor in Times Square. The three-day, free festival will include interactive experiences, panels, live concerts, and performances culminating in a concert celebrating the entirety of the Broadway industry in the heart of Times Square.

 

Details for Curtain Up! will be updated at https://www.playbill.com/curtainup

 

Additional announcements will be made in the coming weeks to include schedules, talent and more.

 

Event organizers will continue to follow the city, state and federal COVID-19 guidelines and will inform the public of any changes to the event protocols or schedule.

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