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Tasked with securing and managing technical production and talent for an exclusive VIP event, we successfully booked GRAMMY-nominated artist Charlie Puth and UK-based DJ duo Jungle. Hosted at the iconic The Nines nightclub in NoHo, New York City, the intimate event treated close friends and family to a night of live music and celebration.

Charlie Puth delivered a surprise performance on grand piano, playing hits like "We Don’t Talk Anymore," "Attention," and "See You Again," while taking song requests from the lively crowd. Jungle followed with an electrifying DJ set that carried the energy into the early morning.

The result? An unforgettable evening and a delighted VIP client. Empire Entertainment is the leader in producing bespoke private concert experiences for intimate audiences.

Empire was honored to support Visy to produce an event to recognize Australia’s food and beverage industries in Melbourne.

The dinner featured Visy Chairman Anthony Pratt; Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese; and a live performance by global pop superstar Katy Perry.

Upon arrival, guests were received at registration with a warm welcome and directed to enjoy cocktails and canapés, where they mingled and enjoyed an elegant, all-female string quartet playing classical arrangements of modern pop songs.

After the cocktails, guests sat down for their dinner service with remarks by Anthony Pratt; Prime Minister Albanese; and Victorian Premier, Jacinta Allan.

Katy Perry took the stage following the dinner service and performed her greatest hits for an hour-long performance that had everyone on their feet. She played with her full band and delighted the audience with hits like “Last Friday Night”, “Roar”, “California Gurls”, and “Firework”.

Following Katy’s performance, there were closing remarks, drinks, desserts, and DJ Femme a.k.a Natalie Neville spun tunes while guests took the opportunity of a meet-and-greet with Katy Perry.

Empire was responsible for securing Katy Perry and managing her logistics and related technical production. Empire worked closely with Visy’s executive leadership, marketing, and operations teams to plan and execute this important event.

Empire was proud and delighted to support Visy in the success of this event. Empire is a leading producer of private concert events throughout the world.

To celebrate the Spring/Summer 2024 collection, LONGCHAMP UNIVERSITY, Longchamp transformed the Tokyo Institut français du Japon into a playful, campus-inspired experience. Guests, dressed in the latest looks curated by Creative Director Sophie Delafontaine, were invited to step into a modern-day Parisian university atmosphere, complete with personal lockers, foosball in the library, and even a student ID registration booth.

The immersive venue, with fluttering campus flags and whimsical school motifs, offered visitors a moment to relive their student days, all while showcasing the newest Longchamp bags in a youthful and energetic setting.

As night fell, the excitement peaked with an electrifying DJ performance followed by a surprise dance act, where silk scarves swirled gracefully under the lights. It was a night to engage all the senses, capturing the spirit of Longchamp in an imaginative, unforgettable way.

We were honored to produce this unique celebration, helping bring Longchamp’s playful vision to life in Tokyo. Through close collaboration with the brand, we crafted a vibrant atmosphere that perfectly embodied the maison’s youthful spirit and creative energy.

Empire had the privilege of working on a week-long series of high-level business events in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, hosting over 300 guests from across the globe.

In addition to meaningful business discussions, stimulating debates, networking, and immersive experiences, the series included:

• 25+ hours of programming and content showcasing over 40 speakers.
• Performances by local and international talent, including a memorable concert by a Grammy Award-winning artist.
• 5+ dinner functions, ranging from an elegant poolside reception and banquet, to a breathtaking dinner at Emirates Palace, to an immersive Arabian-style BBQ in the desert.
• A spectacular beach fireworks display along the Abu Dhabi shoreline.
• An original 600 drone show above the dunes of Arabian desert.
• 15+ activities for guests, including F1 car racing; golf; a speed boat tour of Abu Dhabi landmarks; private tours of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Louvre; hot air balloon tours; camel rides; desert sunrise yoga; an Arabian desert drive, falconry exhibition; and more.

Empire provided overall project management; creative production, conceptualization, design, and execution; program and entertainment development; and guest logistics; among other services. Empire is proud to deliver top tier meetings and events to many of the world’s leading corporations throughout the world. ​

Empire teamed up with Bravo once again to produce the premiere party and screening for Vanderpump Rules’ Season 11 at the iconic Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. 

The Palladium was transformed into an homage to Vanderpump Rules, with sleek white, purple, and burgundy lounge furniture; lush, leafy tropical foliage; and an abundance of fresh flora in pink and purple, all aglow with pink and purple LED lighting.

Before and after the premiere episode screening, guests grooved to beats from DJ Dazzler, purchased VPR merch, nibbled on delicious fare, including SUR’s fried goat cheese balls, and shared photos and videos on social media. The event hosted over 350 guests and featured specialty cocktails (e.g. “Pumptini”), a video booth, and fan photo ops with VPR cast, including Lisa Vanderpump, Ariana Madix, James Kennedy, Katie Maloney, Lala Kent, Scheana Shay, Tom Sandoval, Tom Schwartz, Ally Lewber, and Brock Davies. 

Empire managed the venue, technical production, design and decor, photo/video activations, guest logistics and registration, printing and branded collateral, and food and beverage. 

Empire is honored to have been chosen to produce this sensational night and to work on another event with our collaborators at Bravo.

Once again, Endeavor held their annual Gala at Glasshouse, which features floor-to-ceiling views of New York City and the Hudson River. Guests first entered into the Drinks & Experiences space, where they enjoyed innovative hors d'oeuvres by Pinch Food Design and specialty cocktail & mocktail bars provided by Los Amantes, Drought, Rabbit Hole, NotCo and Thrive Farmers. After cocktails guests proceeded through an experiential hallway into the main area for the seated dinner in the massive, designed space where table centerpieces, screen content, flown lighting and printed collateral all mirrored Endeavor’s colorful, visual event theme.

The dinner program included keynote remarks by Endeavor Co-Founder and CEO, Linda Rottenberg, and Managing Partner of West, Joanna Rees. There was also a fireside chat between Martin Escobari and David Vélez. Endeavor celebrated the achievements of Gibran Huzaifah, Karim Beguir, and Sergio Fogel by presenting them with The Lindas award. The program was then brought to a close with an invitation to the High-Impact Party hosted by Hannah Bronfman. Of course, this spectacular dinner segment was catered and serviced by Pinch Food Design.

After dinner, guests moved through a neon-lit tunnel to the High-Impact Party in the cocktail space, which had been transformed into an upscale lounge featuring music by MICK, a Plinko Board to win prizes consisting of products from Endeavor Entrepreneurs, a secluded space with mental health murals, and an immersive art gallery highlighting key high-impact entrepreneurs.

Empire is a leading producer of innovative not-for-profit galas and is proud to support Endeavor Global’s work.

Empire was thrilled to again work with The Eurasia Group and GZero Media to produce the 2023 GZero Summit in Tokyo.

Hosted by Ian Bremmer, the event featured esteemed speakers including Japan’s Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, Trade Minister, Yasutoshi Nishimura, Digital Minister, Taro Kono, and U. S. Ambassador to Japan, Rahm Emanuel, among others.

Ian Bremmer, President and Founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media, also delivered his landmark State of the World speech from the Summit. He presented his vision for where the world is headed in 2024 and outlined the major themes and forces shaping the geopolitical landscape.

The GZero Summit is one of Asia’s most significant geopolitical risk and opportunity thought leadership forums. Empire is a leading producer of global thought leadership events.

To learn more visit https://www.gzeromedia.com/events/past-events/state-of-the-world-with-ian-bremmer-december-2023

Hanwha, one of South Korea’s leading corporations, launched LIFEPLUS NY, an event designed to connect Korean college and graduate students from top U.S. universities. The goal was to support emerging talent and create a unique, creative experience. Hanwha partnered with Empire to bring this vision to life, blending career development with celebration.

Empire collaborated closely with Hanwha to craft a high-impact conference featuring speakers from finance, technology, and the arts. After dinner and networking, attendees moved to an afterparty hosted by Jaeki Cho, social media star and founder of Righteous Eats. The night’s entertainment included a concert with AOMG artists Simon Dominic, GRAY, Loco, and LeeHi, followed by a dance party with DJ Dillon Francis.

The event successfully fused inspiration and fun, leading to an ongoing partnership with Hanwha for future innovative experiences.

Empire Entertainment was thrilled to help produce the 2023 New York Public Radio Gala at The Plaza Hotel on November 14th. This gala serves as New York City's flagship public radio station’s biggest fundraising event of the year.

The program featured actor and comedian Roy Wood Jr. as Gala Host, with remarks by LaFontaine E. Oliver, CEO and President, NYPR; Timothy A. Wilkins, Board Chair, NYPR; Ed Yim, Chief Content Officer and SVP, WQXR; George Bodarky, Community Partnerships & Training Editor, WNYC; Jodi-Ann Malarbe, Community Partnerships Fellow, WNYC; and Emily Tow, President, The Tow Foundation.

Guests were also treated to musical performances by J’Nai Bridges, the Brooklyn College Opera Theater, and the High and Mighty Brass Band.

Empire Entertainment's role encompassed the comprehensive development of the program run of show, technical production management, and the creative design of screen graphics. In addition, Empire undertook the production and editing of three feature videos, along with the post-gala video assets, including a captivating gala sizzle reel.

Empire was honored to partner again with New Heights, a non-profit sports-based youth development and educational organization, to produce their 7th annual GameChangers Ball on Thursday, October 26, 2023. The gala took place at the home of New Heights, Major R. Owens Health & Wellness Community Center in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. The venue features a variety of sports facilities, classrooms, offices, and community spaces.

The gala kicked off with a cocktail reception and live DJ set by Jon Blak, the official DJ for NY Jets. Upon arrival, guests were treated to signature cocktails sponsored by Farmer’s Organic Gin and Michter’s and were invited to pose with friends at a custom built 3D photo booth.

At the close of the reception, attendees were ushered by New Heights volunteers into the basketball court which transformed into a ballroom for a seated dinner. To highlight the basketball hoops and New Height’s mission in helping student-athletes to grow, Empire presented a new stage design featuring a floral arrangement growing out of the basketball hoops.

The program started with an opening performance on the balcony by Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, J. Hoard, who sang a cover of Billy Joel’s “New York State of Mind.” Following the show, Chairman of the Board Mark Patricof and New Heights Executive Director Ted Smith greeted attendees from the stage and invited speakers, alumni, and award recipients to join them in sharing how New Heights has positively impacted their lives, the community, and beyond. After a successful live auction led by Auctioneer Pat Tully, the program concluded with honoring Mark Attanasio, the Chairman of the Milwaukee Brewers, with the GameChanger Award.

Working closely with New Heights, Empire served as the overall event producer, managing elements including venue, catering, décor, programming, and technical production. Empire is a leading producer of fundraising events and has been proud to serve leading not-for-profit organizations and foundations for over three decades.

Presented in Dakar, Senegal this year, the 19th Grand Challenges Annual Meeting hosted over 60 sessions across 2 venues, and over 4 days, with over 1,400 attendees, promoting the sharing of information across global health verticals. This year’s Grand Challenges Annual Meeting was the largest to date. During daily plenary sessions, delegates heard from the likes of Bill Gates, Senegalese President Macky Sall, Comoros President Azali Assourmani, U. S. Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman, and a wide range of scientific leaders representing various fields of research.  Added to this year’s event were several musical and artistic elements, including an evening concert by Senegalese musical superstar and health advocate Youssou N’dour and a performance by the Kanjele Gospel Choir. It was a privilege to be involved in another meaningful and impactful Grand Challenges Annual Meeting.

To learn more and view the sessions visit https://www.grandchallenges.org/annual-meeting​

Everyone loves a villain, including Empire, who was tapped by E! to produce the premiere party for their new reality competition series House of Villains. The new hit show, hosted by Joel McHale, brings together 10 of the most iconic villains in reality TV history to live in a mansion, while out-scheming each other through a series of challenges in order to win a cash prize and the title of “America’s Ultimate Supervillain."

Held in the West Hollywood restaurant Ysabel, the premiere party was attended by HOV cast, and dozens of social media influencers and press.

To maximize social media buzz, House of Villains show branding was seamlessly integrated throughout all of Ysabel, creating infinite instagrammable moments from the giant 8-ft snake-entwisted E! at entry, to the large projection over the 20-ft Step & Repeat, the vinyl-wrapped and plushed-out lounge steps, and the devil horn mirror clings in the bathroom.

Further amplifying HOV’s social spread, guests could step into either of 2 stylish, custom video activations where they could “Be the Villain,” accompanied by a menagerie of props representing the infamous cast (e.g. Fairplay’s RIP GRANDMA tombstone),or let everyone “Pick Their Villain Inspo,” while posturing for the camera amidst cast voice-overs like Bobby Lytes' line,“I’m going to be flat out honest. I AM a villain. But I’m a FUN villain.”

In between sips of specialty cocktails aptly dubbed “The Bad Apple” and “The Supervillain,” guests noshed on Ysabel’s delicious Contemporary American fare which included wagyu beef skewers, fried chicken sliders, and mushroom risotto. DJ Dazzler kept the energy high with her music stylings, and mixologists from Magic & Cocktails added plenty of flair in the form of smoke bubbles and fire effects while doling out drinks at the bars.

Empire is a leading producer of experiential events and premieres and managed elements including venue, design & decor, guest logistics, food & beverage, technical production, video activations, DJ, and permitting.

Empire Entertainment Japan is delighted to introduce its newest venture SOHO Live, an innovative live music company specializing in crafting unforgettable concerts inspired by beloved media franchises.

Collaborating with companies holding iconic IPs, SOHO Live is dedicated to curating live experiences that resonate with each IP's core values, offering fans an unprecedented opportunity to immerse themselves in their cherished franchises.

On October 10th, 2023, SOHO Live unveiled its first original production, "Stardew Valley: Festival of Seasons". It's the official live concert of the immensely popular video game Stardew Valley, which boasts a staggering 20 million copies sold worldwide and maintains a prominent presence atop the Steam charts. The trailer for the official Stardew Valley: Festival of Seasons concert can be found here.

Embarking on its first tour in 2024, SOHO Live will bring the game soundtrack to life in 19 spectacular shows spanning North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. All 19 shows of SOHO Live’s first original production sold out in mere minutes. With the extraordinary demand and successful launch of its first original production, SOHO Live will be announcing additional dates and cities to the tour calendar in the near future.

Additional upcoming shows in the 2024 SOHO Live schedule include the official concert of Sonic the Hedgehog in Tokyo, and the official Final Fantasy concert in Rome.

SOHO Live is a collaborative endeavor between Empire Entertainment Japan and Gaetano Fazio, a Tokyo-based entertainment professional with a distinguished background in advertising and an unwavering passion for the worlds of gaming and music.

In our ongoing pursuit of delivering unparalleled experiences and harnessing the allure of some of the world's most captivating brands and franchises, Empire is thrilled to welcome SOHO Live into our family of companies.​

The theme for the 78th annual United Nations General Assembly was “Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action of the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals towards peace, prosperity, progress and sustainability for all.”

To reflect this theme and to answer the urgent need to put the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) back on track, a bold initiative took shape to create a purpose-built SDG Pavilion on the grounds of the United Nations during UN General Assembly week to bring together world leaders, business decision makers, NGOs, celebrities, and advocates.

The custom-built venue featured a large tent structure, encased by an interactive scenic installation by world-renowned designer Es Devlin, that represented the 17 SDGs. Each 16’-tall monolith represented one of the SDGs and contained a multimedia exhibit from different cultural collaborators that spoke to the Goals, from zero hunger and quality education to responsible consumption and production.

The Pavilion interior transported guests into a forest with over 100 living trees and plants. All fauna species were indigenous to New York and found a second life after the Pavilion with the New York Restoration Project, a local organization whose mission is to work collaboratively with communities across the five boroughs to renovate gardens, restore parks, and plant trees to transform the city’s landscape.

Programming at the Pavilion kicked off with a Half Time Show, a nod to reaching the halfway mark of the 2030 deadline initially set by the UN General Assembly in 2015 to achieved the SDGs. The Halftime Show commenced with a performance by Brooklyn United, a local youth music and arts program, and featured speakers such as Orlando Bloom, Sabrina Dhowre Elba, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Richard Curtis, and more. The evening ended on a high note with musical performances by Grammy Award-winning artists Yo-Yo Ma and Angelique Kidjo.

Throughout High Level Week, there were over 15 unique programming sessions at the SDG Pavilion including a Women’s Rise lunch which hosted guests such as actress Natalie Portman, Queen Rania of Jordan, designer Diane von Fürstenberg, and Queen Mathilde of Belgium. Invitees listened to a conversation onstage between former New Zealand Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, and philanthropist, Melinda Gates, before enjoying lunch. Other program highlights include the SDG Advocates Meeting with Secretary General António Guterres and Prime Minister of Barbados Mia Mottley; a screening of The Agreement, a film directed by Raeshem Nijhon; and Global Carbon Pricing Challenge, Driving Global Climate Action, which featured remarks by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Empire was honored to collaborate with the United Nations Office of Partnerships, the United Nations Foundation, Project Everyone, and countless other partners to present the 2023 SDG Pavilion.

To learn view the programming from the 2023 SDG Pavilion including the Half Time Show visit https://media.un.org/en/asset/k1w/k1wrak7roa

Co-founded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Project Everyone, the Goalkeepers event takes place during the annual United Nations General Assembly in New York City and brings together Heads of State and international Sustainable Development Goals “Goalkeepers” (those spearheading various missions in their local communities). Among other themes, this year’s Goalkeepers focused on the challenge of fighting global inequality.

Kicking off the two-day event, the 2023 Goalkeepers Global Goals Awards were presented at the Frederick P. Rose Hall at Jazz at Lincoln Center on September 19, 2023. The Awards program included performances by the renowned Tamil dancer and choreographer, Usha Jey, Swedish singer, Zara Larsson, Tiwa Savage, and the Harlem Gospel Choir.

Award winners included Human Rights Activist, Eden Tadesse, maternal and newborn child health advocate, Ashu Martha Agbornyenty, and Farmlink Project—all recognized for their impactful efforts in combating food insufficiency and hunger.

Host Elaine Welteroth guided the program as global change-makers were honored for their work. Award presenters included Melinda French Gates, Zimbabwean-American actress, Danai Gurira, model and activist, Sabrina Elba, and Olympic swimmer and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, Yusra Mardini.

After the Goalkeepers Awards program, guests entered the Atrium space featuring the signature custom-build of the Goalkeeper wheel and a ceiling gallery installation overlooking Central Park to enjoy a networking reception with cocktails and food bars. Guests interacted with a ribbon photo backdrop and bespoke GK lettering as a backdrop to their festive photos, while enjoying the vibe set by Hot 8 Brass Band and DJ Belinda Becker.

The next morning, over 500 guests were welcomed back to the main Goalkeepers event, hosted by Canadian media personality, Lilly Singh, with an uplifting opening performance by Jon Batiste and Hot 8 Brass Band.

After the opening, programming began with keynote remarks by Melinda French Gates and Bill Gates presenting The 2023 Global Goalkeeper Award to Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, followed by a seated conversation with Andrea Mitchell, President Ruto, Melinda French Gates, Prime Minister De Croo, and Bill Gates.

Throughout the day, other speakers delivered impactful messages, including a conversation between Phoebe Gates, Karlie Kloss, and Kathryn Finney.

Session moderators included Journalist Andrea Mitchell, Anchor and Political Correspondent, Abby Phillip, Newborn and Child Health expert, Dr. Rasa Izadnegahdar, and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, Nicholas Kristof.

This year, there were performances by various artistic groups, including the Femme Fatale, and Grammy Award-winning artist, Cynthia Erivo.

Between and after content sessions and as breakfast, coffee breaks, and lunch were enjoyed, guests were invited to experience activations in the Atrium including the “Goalkeeper’s Library”, where the titles from the Goalkeepers community were available for the guests to take. After lunch, the guests networked and socialized to the music of DJ Belinda Becker.

Empire was proud to work again with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Project Everyone, and many other partners to present Goalkeepers 2023.

Empire proudly produced a successful, day-long convening at The Shed at Hudson Yards in New York City for an international audience focused on scientific advancement. The one day conference included plenary session, breakouts, roundtables, and a reception.

Empire was thrilled to support Pratt Industries to produce the Grand Opening of their sixth, 100% Recycled U. S. Paper Mill & Box Factory, this one in Henderson, KY.

The event featured Pratt Executive Chairman, Anthony Pratt, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, U.S. Ambassador to Australia, Caroline Kennedy, Australian Ambassador to the U.S. Kevin Rudd, Lonnie Ali, and numerous dignitaries, and members of the media.

Upon arrival at the new $700 million facility, guests were received at registration with a warm Pratt welcome and directed inside for a tour of the state-of-the-art factory, leading into the main event space where they were greeted with various mocktails and local southern bites, including Kentucky Fried Chicken.

The stage program began with a bluegrass performance by 14 time Grammy Award-Winning Dan Tyminski Band, followed by the unveiling of a commemorative plaque.

At the conclusion of the stage program, guests enjoyed passed desserts, and left with farewell gifts that included Kentucky Derby glassware, Woodford Reserve Bourbon Balls, and Pratt Industries-branded water bottles.

Empire worked closely with Pratt’s executive leadership, marketing and operations teams to plan and execute each component of this important grand opening. Empire oversaw stage program, staging, screen content, technical production, room layout, tenting, furniture, budgeting, guest experience, and more.

Empire is delighted to work with clients like Pratt Industries in key moments of their corporate growth and to support their involvement in local communities.

Empire was proud to produce an exclusive Andy Grammer concert for top sales performers of one of the world’s leading telecommunication companies during an incentive trip to Montreux, Switzerland, to celebrate their performance and achievements.

The private concert took place at Auditorium Stravinski with Andy and his band performing all his quadruple-platinum and platinum singles including “Honey, I’m Good”, “Keep Your Head Up,” and “Don’t Give Up On Me”.

Guests were treated to a delicious dinner in the impressive venue and premium access to some of the best seating in the house. To cap off the exciting evening, VIP attendees had an exclusive meet & greet with Andy after the concert.

Empire was responsible for securing the artist and advancing all logistical and production elements at Auditorium Stravinski to support the performance.

Empire is a leading provider of headline music & entertainment for corporate events and celebrations around the world.

Empire presented Grammy Winner and movie star Janelle Monáe for a corporate event in Los Angeles.

The energy from Janelle and her band at their first live show in over three years was palpable and reciprocated by the attendees as the superstar performed brand new songs like “Float” and “Lipstick Lover” along with hits from earlier albums, including “Make Me Feel” and “Tightrope”.

Empire is a leading producer of headline music for corporate events.

On Saturday, June 17, Empire worked with one of our private clients to produce a private cocktail reception, dinner, and top tier live entertainment at the spectacular Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia.

The evening featured special performances from comedian Brian Regan and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Daryl Hall, who wowed guests with intimate renditions of “Maneater,” “Rich Girl,” "Sara Smile,” “Private Eyes” and “Out of Touch” among many others.

The comic and musician also treated special guests to an exclusive meet and greet experience.​

Empire was proud to partner with Bravo once again to produce bi-coastal screening parties for Vanderpump Rules’ hotly anticipated Reunion Part 3 episode at SUR Restaurant & Lounge in Los Angeles and at Haswell Green’s in New York CIty.

SUR Restaurant & Lounge, located in West Hollywood and co-owned by Lisa Vanderpump, an original cast member of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, has been the home base for the show Vanderpump Rules, which has documented the drama stirred up by the restaurant’s gorgeous staff since 2013. In the wake of the recent media blitz around a cheating scandal that rocked the cast and was coined the name “Scandoval,” the LA viewing event at SUR provided a thrilling backdrop for fans to celebrate together in the place where it all began. In NYC, Midtown bar Haswell Green’s was transformed into a kind of SUR-annex, with sleek white lounge furniture, lush leafy tropical foliage and an abundance of fresh flora in pink and purple.

The LA & NYC events hosted over 200 guests each, and featured themed specialty cocktails (e.g. “Pumptini!” and “Revenge Dress”), menus that included SUR’s famous goat cheese balls, roaming photo booths, and fan photo ops with Vanderpump Rules cast including Lala Kent, Jax Taylor, Brittany Cartwright, Scheana Shay, and Brock Davies in NYC, and Katie Maloney, James Kennedy, and Ally Lewber in LA.

Before and after the screening, fans grooved to beats from DJ Dazzler in LA and DJ L3NI in NYC, purchased VPR merch, and shared photos and video on social media. Additional standout moments came when Jax Taylor went behind the Haswell Green’s bar to serve Pumptini! shots, Scheana Shay jumped onstage to sing along to her original song “Good As Gold”, and over at SUR, James Kennedy grabbed the mic and pumped up the crowd before the final reunion episode of Vanderpump Rules’ wild and shocking Season 10.

Empire managed the venues, technical production, design & decor, guest logistics, registration, printing and branded collateral, food and beverage, and security.

Empire is honored to have been chosen to produce this fun-filled night and to work on another event with our collaborators at Bravo.

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Empire is thrilled to have partnered again with The Public Theater to produce their annual Gala in Central Park!

It was another successful Gala on the Green with cocktails, dinner, flower crowns, and performances from Lin Manuel Miranda, Brandon Victor Dixon, Christopher Jackson, Maleah Joi Moon, and Anna Uzele. The program also highlighted remarks by Senator Chuck Schumer, Luis Miranda, Patrick Willingham, and Oskar Eustis, honoring both Marlla Torres and Darren Walker. The event ended with Anna Uzele’s incredible performance of “New York New York,” as it started to downpour. Guests raised their umbrellas and their glasses up high as the show went on.

The Public Theater hit new records in fundraising, bringing in support for the arts, artists, and their commitment to producing theater for all. We are extremely proud to have partnered with The Public Theater to create such a successful event!

To learn more about The Public Theater and their programs and to become a member and supporter, visit http://www.publictheater.org/

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Empire was honored to once again produce Outright International’s annual Celebration of Courage Gala in 2023.

The red carpet, cocktails, program, and afterparty for 450+ was hosted during Pride Month at Pier Sixty in New York City.

Outright’s brand was brought to life through environmental storytelling, a cascading set design, and custom Celebration of Courage bar signage and decor.

Guests were seated for dinner and the main event honoring the Eastern Caribbean Alliance for Diversity and Equality (ECADE), Google.org, and the Queer Cast of Star Trek: Discovery. The program featured show host BeBe Zahara Benet; Star Trek awardees Wilson Cruz, Blu del Barrio, and Anthony Rapp; Outright International Executive Director, Maria Sjödin; and Outright International Board Co-Chairs, Kathy Teo and Elliot Vaughn.

The evening raised $1 million in funding, with a very energetic live auction hosted by New York City auctioneer, Harry Santa-Olalla.

Outright is dedicated to working with partners around the globe to strengthen the capacity of the LGBTIQ human rights movement, document and amplify human rights violations against LGBTIQ people, and advocate for inclusion and equality.

Empire was proud to work with the Outright team to deliver a flawless event.

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Empire was thrilled once again to help produce the Environmental Defense Fund’s (EDF) annual staff retreat, Community 2023.

The multi-day, hybrid retreat packed with keynotes, breakouts, and activities for 900+ in-person staff members from over 10 countries was hosted at the Mohegan Sun in Connecticut, and online for remote participants.

Highlights included the Welcome Reception and EDF Expo on Day 1; welcome remarks from Mohegan Tribal Elder Beth Regan; a Community Chat and Q&A with EDF President, Fred Krupp, and Executive Director, Amanda Leland; keynotes with CNN’s Chief Climate Correspondent, Bill Weir, and Comedic Thought Leader, Michael Jr.; the EDF Staff Awards Ceremony; karaoke; a dance party with DJ Ian Ali; and Wellness Fair featuring yoga, biometric screenings, and much more.

Empire’s scope of work included overall project management, consulting on run of show development and technical production, speaker advancement, stage scenic design, environmental wayfinding design, screen content design and animations, Cvent website/app design, stage management, and overall logistics.

Empire is proud to have worked with EDF to deliver a very memorable staff retreat.

Photo credit: Terrence Irving Photography

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CyberArk, a leading provider of Identity Security and Access Management tools, held their annual conference, IMPACT23, hosting more than 1,200 attendees from over 30 countries.

Held at The Hynes Convention Center in the heart of Boston, MA, this year’s event brought together industry leaders to discuss the ever-expanding attack surface, attacker techniques, trends in identity-based cyber attacks, and the latest innovations in Identity Security technology. The event kicked off on Monday with an appreciation day for CyberArk’s Partner community, as well as specialized trainings and certifications for attendees, all of which culminated in a Welcome Reception in the Boylston Hallway overlooking the Boston skyline, where guests were able to network, demo CyberArk technology, engage with sponsors, and enjoy featured entertainment. Guests returned on Tuesday for a full day of compelling keynotes & integrated breakout sessions. Guests then headed out to House of Blues to enjoy cocktails, classic Boston fare, continued conversations, and a headline performance by the band “Neon Trees”, known for their singles “Everybody Talks” and “Animal.” On Wednesday, the meeting concluded with the final keynote sessions and award ceremony by CMO, Simon Muyal. The live-streamed event extended the IMPACT’s reach and message to an additional 2,300 attendees in over 80 countries. Empire worked closely with CyberArk’s teams to plan and execute each component of the event. Empire oversaw catering, venue management, talent booking, registration, technical production, rigging, warehouse storage, budgeting, creative design, printing, and more.

Empire is honored to have produced the 27th Annual Webby Awards at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.

For the second consecutive year, Empire booked Roy Wood Jr. (from the Daily Show & White House Correspondents Dinner) to host and he kicked off the show with another tech-savvy monologue that addressed the rise of A.I., among other issues.

As always, the Webbys honored a variety of the internet’s best including SZA, Sharon Horgan, Anderson Cooper, Hoda Kotb, Toby Nwigwe, and many more. The Webbys are the Internet’s highest honor, and the show is renowned for allowing winners just 5 words for their acceptance speeches. Nevertheless, this year’s winners showed that 5 words is sometimes all you need.

After a roaring round of applause for Webby Artist of the Year, SZA, she took the stage and used her 5 words to ironically say “The internet scares me. Thanks!”.

The show also included poignant moments highlighting how the internet helped bring greater attention and continued dialogue to serious social issues such as the killing of George Floyd and the oppression of women in Iran.

Following the show, attendees headed uptown to Marquee for the highly anticipated afterparty where Empire presented DJ Jazzy Jeff to spin and keep the dance floor packed.

Empire produced nearly all aspects of the event from the Red Carpet, the show itself, and the afterparty. Partners this year included Special Guest, who led on all things design, and Sunshine Sachs, who worked to create a buzzy Red Carpet and Media Room.

Empire is honored to have been chosen to produce every live Webby Awards event since 2005, and we consider the Webby Awards team part of the Empire family.

The full show is available to view here.

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