Tony Awards Announce The Paramount Hotel as the Official Hotel Partner of the 2014 Tony Awards
Historic Hotel Property, Paramount Hotel, to Host Tony Award Events and Programming Throughout the Season
New York, NY (March 19, 2014) – The Tony Awards have announced that the historic Paramount Hotel will be the official hotel partner of the Tony Awards starting this season and until the year 2016.
The partnership will commence with the 2014 Tony Award Nominations on Tuesday, April 29, 2014. The live ceremony will take place at the Paramount Hotel’s newly renovated Diamond Horseshoe.
The Paramount Hotel will also host the Meet the Nominees Press Reception on Wednesday, April 30th and the 2014 Tony Nominee Luncheon on Tuesday, May 20th. Additionally, the Paramount Hotel will host the 2014 Tony Honors Cocktail Reception on Monday, June 2nd, which will present the Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre, the Regional Theatre Award and celebrate the 2014 Special Award Recipients. Visit nycparamount.com, and follow the Paramount Hotel at Facebook.com/NYCParamount and @NYCParamount on Twitter #ParamountHotel
“We are very excited to partner with the Paramount Hotel. The Paramount’s rich history in Times Square paired with their newly renovated and unique spaces – like the Diamond Horseshoe are a perfect match for the Tony Awards. We are thrilled to share what these events have in store for us this year!” said Heather Hitchens, Executive Director of the American Theatre Wing and Charlotte St. Martin, Executive Director of The Broadway League.
The 2014 Tony Awards will broadcast live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City, on CBS, on Sunday, June 8th 8:00 – 11:00 p.m. (ET/PT time delay) and are presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing.
TonyAwards.com, developed, produced, and hosted by IBM, is centerpiece of the Tony Awards digital platform that includes an interactive Second Screen (TonyAwards.com/secondscreen) to complement the CBS telecast on June 8; a Spotlight Series on potential nominees; Google+ hangouts; a live webcast of the Nominations Announcement; multimedia coverage before, during, and after the Tony ceremony; and much more. Visit TonyAwards.com, and follow the Tonys at Facebook.com/TheTonyAwards, @TheTonyAwards on Twitter, and Instagram.com/TheTonyAwards. #TonyAwards
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About the Tony Awards
The American Theatre Wing’s Tony Awards are presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing. At The Broadway League, Nick Scandalios is Chairman and Charlotte St. Martin is Executive Director. At the American Theatre Wing, William Ivey Long is Chairman and Heather Hitchens is Executive Director. Ricky Kirshner and Glenn Weiss of White Cherry Entertainment are the Executive Producers of the 2014 Tony Awards. Mr. Weiss will also serve as Director of the 2014 Tony Awards.
IBM, the official information technology partner of the Tony Awards, develops, designs, and hosts the official Tony Awards website, www.TonyAwards.com across digital platforms. Audemars Piguet is the presenting sponsor of the Tony Awards Red Carpet. United Airlines is the official airline of the Tony Awards. The New York Times is the official and exclusive print media partner of the Tony Awards. Nexxus Salon Hair Care is the official beauty partner of the Tony Awards. Paramount Hotel is the official hotel partner of the Tonys. PEOPLE is the official magazine partner of The Tony Awards.
About Paramount
The Paramount Hotel is one of few hotels designed by the prolific theater architect Thomas W. Lamb. This historic landmark unveiled a two year 50 plus million dollar re-imagination project with the reopening of Billy Rose’s Diamond Horseshoe, following a 61-year hiatus, innovative retail space, contemporary event spaces, a two-story lobby, 597 newly reinvigorated guest rooms and suites, Paramount News, a stylishly curated store offering design-focused souvenirs, daily newspapers and travel essentials, Paramount Fit, a state-of-the-art fitness center available 24 hours a day, Paramount Bar & Grill and Corso Italian coffee bar. Located on 46th street between Broadway and 8th avenue the Paramount Hotel is settled into the middle of the Theater district and just steps away from Times Square, Broadway shows, restaurant row and much more. Perfectly suited for the sophisticated 21st century traveler the Paramount offers spectacular details in design and amenities while still paying homage to its1928 origins by celebrating its living room style, lavish over-scaled dramatic elements, DJ spinning on the balcony and an epic fireplace wall resembling a modern-day room with a vibe meant for socializing. The Paramount has become the epicenter of all things sophisticated and cool in Times Square. For reservations and additional information, please call +1-877-692-0803 or visit www.nycparamount.com.
About The Diamond Horseshoe
In 1938, Billy Rose opened the Diamond Horseshoe at the Paramount Hotel featuring the greatest performers, top vaudeville acts, and the most beautiful showgirls in the world. The New York Times called Diamond Horseshoe the "gayest frolic on Broadway" and it remained a vibrant, groundbreaking venue until it shuttered in 1951. It has been vacant ever since, until now. The legendary Diamond Horseshoe just reopened in its original subterranean location beneath the Paramount Hotel 75 years after it first opened its doors and forever changed New York nightlife. Opening with the first of many performances is the extraordinary production called Queen of the Night, bringing rave reviews and creating buzz throughout the industry. The Diamond Horseshoe is a six-thousand square foot ballroom that will serve as not just a prime midtown nightlife destination, but also a venue for environmental theatrical experiences, special events, and other unique programming.
About RFR Holding LLC
RFR Holding LLC is a Manhattan based, privately controlled real estate investment, development and management company founded in 1991 by Aby Rosen and Michael Fuchs. The company has a world class portfolio of office, residential, hotel and retail properties encompassing over 12 million square feet. The portfolio includes the landmarked Seagram and Lever House buildings as well as the iconic Gramercy Park Hotel in New York, W South Beach Hotel in Miami, and Roomers Hotel and WestendGate Marriott in Frankfurt. RFR is known for creating uplifting and inspiring environments through a unique vision and the incorporation of original quality art.