As always, thank you to Martin Brinkerhoff Associates for inviting us along for the ride!

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Client: Martin Brinkerhoff Associates
Role: Technical Producer
Venue: Jacob Javits Center, NYC
Date: April 4, 2012

In preparation for a (literal) reveal of epic proportions, CEG tapped production glue to supervise the build and transport logistics of the massive sculpture, coordinate scenic elements and prop styling for an authentic habitat, and oversee the installation of a 23’ x 12’ projection screen where passersby played the classic video game “Snake,” while learning about the documentary and discovery.

Thank you to CEG, the Smithsonian Channel, and Grand Central Terminal for inviting production glue to join in this historical launch.

Client: CEG
Role: Event Execution Partner
Venue: Grand Central Terminal, Vanderbilt Hall, NYC
Date: March 22 – 23, 2012

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Press
The Huffington Post, “Titanoboa: New York’s Grand Central Terminal Displays Model Of Biggest Snake Ever (PHOTOS, VIDEO)”
The New York Times, “Just Try to Get This One on a Plane ‘Titanoboa: Monster Snake’ on Smithsonian Channel”
USA Today, “Titanoboa once slithered the planet”

Amidst bistro lights and picnic tables, visitors can grab a seat in the debonair courtyard to enjoy homemade dishes, absorb the latest from the Cooking Channel, and hash over the top SXSWi trends with colleagues and friends.

As Execution Partner, glue will oversee pop-up installation, including a panel nine feet in diameter to be hung outside the venue, over 25 banners and signs, and a plasma screen to be viewed in the beer garden. Additionally, glue is responsible for staging and lighting of the venue for the duration of the weekend.

Thank you to CEG and the Cooking Channel. See you all in Austin!

Client: CEG
Role: Execution Partner
Venue: Easy Tiger, Austin, TX
Dates: March 9 – March 11, 2012; 5:00pm – 2:00am

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Check out glue’s past pop-ups with CEG and the Food Network:
“glue serves up “the next iron chef experience” with ceg and time warner cable”
“‘iron chef’ events in nyc with ceg”

Working with RF Binder, glue coordinated props and graphics, installed an 8’x10’ step-and-repeat, and oversaw lighting for the playful lounge.

A special thank you to RF Binder, Cynthia Rowley, and BAND-AID for inviting us to participate in such a fashion-forward event!

Client: RF Binder
Role: Execution Partner
Venue: IAC Building, NYC
Date: February 9, 2012

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Press:
Seventeen Magazine, “runway insider: fashionable first aid”

A float carried Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning, Giants Coach Tom Coughlin, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, and the coveted trophy, through hundreds of thousands of fans lining NYC’s “Canyon of Heroes.” Disembarking at City Hall Plaza, the Mayor was joined by the players, staff, and coaches for an official presentation of “Keys to the City” to the team.

Mayor Bloomberg, former Giants defensive end Michael Strahan, and Giants radio announcer Bob Papa co-hosted the program, televised live. Distinguished guests onstage also included City Council Speaker Christine Quinn, Comptroller John Liu, co-owners John Mara and Steve Tisch, and Coach Coughlin.

Giants owners, staff, and Manning made remarks to an energetic crowd. A song and dance courtesy of Justin Tuck (the now-viral “I Got a Ring” impromptu performance) balanced a moving rendition of the National Anthem by New York Police Officer Terrence Darden.

Earlier, the seated audience was entertained by a pre-show featuring: cast members of Broadway musical Rock of Ages, 13-year-old vocalist Assata Alston, a salsa performance by Ballet Hispanico, Staten Island’s Port Richmond High School Marching Band, the Brooklyn Drum Line Express, and the parade progress live on a big screen.

In preparation, and under a 24-hour turnaround time, glue worked closely with the Office of the Mayor to co-Produce the show – organizing pre-show talent, run of show, stage management, stage layout/design, onstage movements, and accompanying rehearsals. Additionally, production glue coordinated scenic, including a 30’ goal post and the structure and suspension of custom Giants banners hung at City Hall.

The glue team would like to thank the Office of the Mayor for inviting us to participate in another Giants Key Ceremony. We are honored to be a part of this momentous celebration for the New York Giants and the City of New York. Go Big Blue! All In!

Client: Office of the Mayor, City of New York
Role: Co-Producer and Technical Director
Venue: City Hall Plaza, NYC
Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2012

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Relive the celebration: watch the 2012 Key Ceremony in its entirety here

Press & Press Releases
Gothamist, “City Hall Is Getting Ready For The Giants!”
The New York Times, “Skipping School and Work? They Just Felt Blue”
News from the Blue Room, “Mayor Bloomberg Announces New York City will Host a Ticker-Tape Parade and Ceremony for the Super Bowl XLVI Champions New York Giants”
News from the Blue Room, “Mayor Bloomberg Outlines how Tuesday’s Giants Celebration Could Add $38 Million to City’s Booming Tourism Industry”

production glue joined CEG, HISTORY, and Louisiana Tourism to create a 12,100 cubic foot exhibit containing over 6,500 gallons of water, 12-foot live cypress trees, over 1,000 live indigenous plants, and a mix of live American Alligators and Red-eared Slider Turtles—all viewable from an above-water dock, and a live “Gator Cam” capturing the action online: www.history.com. The exhibit will feature appearances by Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Jay Dardenne, Cajun Chef John Folse, Louisiana State Parks Naturalist Erin Sullivan, Swamp People stars Bruce Mitchell, Trapper Joe, and Chase Landry, and will support lessons on swamp life and conservation for local students.

As Technical Supervisor, glue oversaw installation, staffing, permitting, and coordination with engineers to plan an efficient and safe import of water into the market. production glue was also pleased to provide lighting, audio, and visual support for the duration of the exhibit, which ends on Sunday, February 12th.

A special thank you to CEG, HISTORY, and Louisiana Tourism for inviting us to participate in such a unique and exciting premiere.

Client: CEG
Role: Technical Supervisor
Venue: Chelsea Market, NYC
Date: February 2 – February 12, 2012

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Press
BizBash, “History Channel Markets TV Show With Swamp Exhibit, Live Alligators”
Promo Magazine, “Live Alligators in NYC Draw Crowds, Press for ‘Swamp People’”
The Wall Street Journal, “New York Photos of the Week January 28 – February 3rd”

Caroline Kennedy (President, JFK Library Foundation President) and Jay Zimmerman (Chairman, Bingham McCutchen) hosted a conversation on “Leading with Diversity in a Global Economy” at Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Moderated by Tom Brokaw, the event’s distinguished panel featured U.S. Secretary of Labor, Hilda Solis; U.S. Ambassador to the UN, Susan Rice; and Thurgood Marshall Jr., among others.

As Line Producer, Technical Director, and Stage Managers, glue worked closely with all parties to develop the run of show and Q&A format, streamline speaker and panelist onstage movements, and manage a dual-room installation of the panel and an accompanying reception.

For guest entry and reception decor, David Stark’s team created a sophisticated environment with oversized photographs and large projections of the President’s legendary quotes cascading from the ceiling down the walls of the lobby.

We thank Bingham McCutchen, David Stark Design and Production, and the JFK Library Foundation for inviting us to partake in such an honorable occasion.

Click here to learn more about The JFK Library Foundation and how to support this organization.

Client: Bingham McCutchen
Role: Line Producer and Technical Director
Venue: Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, NYC
Date: January 18, 2012

Photography courtesy of Gustavo Campos

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Press
The New York Times, “50 Years After the New Frontier Dawned, a Toast to Kennedy“

Within an overall dynamic exhibition, production glue contributed to the showcases of two makers this year joining new partners EWI Worldwide for Bentley, and previous partners Martin Brinkerhoff Associates on Hyundai. Each booth used a different scenic automation system to present both companies’ top-of-the-line craftsmanship and cutting-edge designs.

For EWI, production glue oversaw the installation of a 10′ x 13′ flying LED wall that traveled at 1 foot per second, to reveal a dramatic vehicle drive-on.

Working with the MBA producers, production glue was tasked with featuring the Genesis Coupe and Veloster. Our technical team supervised the building of large-scale video walls, and used cyberhoists (automated chain motors) to fly a 20′ x 13′ wall for a second drive-on reveal.

glue was pleased to provide technical production on the press events for both clients and brands.

A special thank you to both MBA and EWI for production glue’s involvement in the 2012 Detroit Auto Show.

Client: Martin Brinkerhoff Associates, and EWI Worldwide
Role: Technical Producers
Venue: Cobo Center, Detroit, MI
Date: January 9-22, 2012

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Press
CBS News, “Detroit Auto Show roars in on high note for market”
Forbes, “What’s at the Detroit Auto Show”
The New York Times, “Industry’s Green Shoots Blossom Into Optimism”

Led by celebrity co-hosts Oliver Platt and Edie Falco, luminaries like Charlize Theron, Alec Baldwin, and Gary Oldman walked the red carpet and graced the stage to join industry peers for an important evening for independent films.

Partnering with Empire Entertainment, glue served as technical director for the distinguished awards show.

We thank Empire Entertainment for inviting us to return to this prestigious production.

Client: Empire Entertainment
Role: Technical Director
Venue: Cipriani Wall Street, NYC
Date: Monday, November 28, 2011

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Press:
CBS News, “’Tree of Life,’ ‘Beginners’ tie for Gotham Award”
The Huffington Post, “Gotham Independent Film Awards 2011 Winners: Charlize Theron, ‘Tree Of Life,’ ‘Beginners’ And More (PHOTOS)”

At both locations, shoppers are invited to kick back in comfortable chairs, enjoy complimentary refreshments, rest their eyes on one of four flat screen TVs, and take advantage of a free gift-wrapping service. Additional amenities include the vitals shoppers need to refresh: Wi-Fi, phone recharging stations, and personal bag/coat checks to drop big purchases at the door. Lounge visitors were also encouraged to spread the good cheer with weekly Toys for Tots drives.

Continental and United Chase have also staged special ticketed events at the lounges, including celebrity appearances by NFL star Michael Strahan of the New York Jets, book signings and cake tastings with Buddy Valastro of Cake Boss fame.

Source Marketing tapped production glue, as well as designers Mattias Hollwich & Adam Hostetler (HWKN) to bring shopping paradise to life. Similar to last year’s pop-up, HWKN envisioned the sleek, yet indulgent, layout and design, while glue served as technical supervisors during lounge installation and execution.

A warm thank you to Source Marketing, HWKN, and Chase Bank, and wishes for continued successful projects in the new year.

Client: Source Marketing
Role: Technical Supervisors
Venues: The Mall at Short Hills, New Jersey & Houston Galleria, Texas
Dates: November 25-December 24, 2011
glue Lead: Kellen McNally

Photos Courtesy of Sauce Kitchen Photography

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Press
Houston Business Journal, “VIP shoppers’ lounge set up in Galleria”