Ok Gentlemen, I have been asked to add to this blog names of Shriners Kids that have made it into the ShowBiz ranks, like Pat Morita (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pat_Morita) or Attcus Schaffer (http://hollywoodmomblog.com/in-the-middle-child-star-atticus-schaffer-says-his-parents-support-his-dreams/).
Give me your thought should these and others be put on this blog?
Do you know of other Show Biz Shriners that need to be added to the list.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
What is the Future of the LA Shrine Auditorum?
Last Night a few(75) of the membership(5,000) of Al Malaikah Shrine voted to sell the East parking lot of the Shrine Auditorium to USC( University of Southern California). The Board said this had to be done to save the Aud. for at least 5 years. The new event centers in LA have created a lot of competition and booking are down.
The board said that USC will still give us access to the back doors and we will pay the prevailing rate for the 250 parking spaces we now have. They went on to say the money is needed to fix many items like a new fireproof curtain for the stage.
The board said that USC will still give us access to the back doors and we will pay the prevailing rate for the 250 parking spaces we now have. They went on to say the money is needed to fix many items like a new fireproof curtain for the stage.
Can This happen to the Los Angeles Shrine Aud.?
Classic theater’s
space-lift
By BARBARA HOFFMAN
Posted: 3:02 AM,
October 24, 2011
The neo-Moorish auditorium on
West 55th Street was built by the Shriners in 1923 and dedicated 20 years
later, by Mayor Fiorello La Guardia, as “the people’s theater” -- home to
first-rate dance and theater, rotten sightlines and worse-than-economy-class
seating.
But that was so $56.6 million
ago.
Tomorrow night, Mayor Bloomberg will bring the baton down on the gala opening of a newly
renovated jewel. Not only have the hall’s best features been restored and
repainted, but even audience members in the balcony will finally be able to sit
back and see the stage.
CHAIR-ITABLE MAKEOVER: A
renovation has given City Center on West 55th Street fewer -- but wider --
seats and better sightlines.
“One of the things we wanted to
accomplish with this renovation was to create a physical space that’s on par
with the level of artistry you see on our stage, and I believe we’ve succeeded
in that,” said Arlene Shuler, City Center’s president and CEO.
“Now, not only can you see the
best in dance and musical theater at City Center, but you can do so in comfort
-- in a beautiful theater with 21st-century amenities.”
On West 55th Street, midway
between Sixth and Seventh avenues, City Center wasn’t easy to find. It had no
marquee, and, given the building’s landmark status, didn’t seem likely to get
one. Finally, the firm renovating the building discovered a loophole: a tiny
notation in the 1923 structure’s blueprint citing “anchors for a future
marquise [sic].”
“We assumed they weren’t
planning to hang French nobility,” quipped Duncan Hazard, a partner at Ennead
Architects. The new marquee goes up today.
But the most dramatic
improvement, as those who’ve suffered through the otherwise glorious “Encores!”
series and “Fall for Dance Festival” will tell you, is the seats: There are now
500 fewer of them -- but the new ones are up to 5 inches wider than the ones
they’ve replaced.
Classic theater’s space-lift
‘New’ City Center
Last Updated: 8:20 AM, October 24, 2011
Posted: 3:02 AM, October 24, 2011
Print
For years, airlines have bragged about increased legroom -- and now City Center can, too.
The neo-Moorish auditorium on West 55th Street was built by the Shriners in 1923 and dedicated 20 years later, by Mayor Fiorello La Guardia, as “the people’s theater” -- home to first-rate dance and theater, rotten sightlines and worse-than-economy-class seating.
But that was so $56.6 million ago.
Tomorrow night, Mayor Bloomberg will bring the baton down on the gala opening of a newly renovated jewel. Not only have the hall’s best features been restored and repainted, but even audience members in the balcony will finally be able to sit back and see the stage.
“One of the things we wanted to accomplish with this renovation was to create a physical space that’s on par with the level of artistry you see on our stage, and I believe we’ve succeeded in that,” said Arlene Shuler, City Center’s president and CEO.
“Now, not only can you see the best in dance and musical theater at City Center, but you can do so in comfort -- in a beautiful theater with 21st-century amenities.”
On West 55th Street, midway between Sixth and Seventh avenues, City Center wasn’t easy to find. It had no marquee, and, given the building’s landmark status, didn’t seem likely to get one. Finally, the firm renovating the building discovered a loophole: a tiny notation in the 1923 structure’s blueprint citing “anchors for a future marquise [sic].”
“We assumed they weren’t planning to hang French nobility,” quipped Duncan Hazard, a partner at Ennead Architects. The new marquee goes up today.
But the most dramatic improvement, as those who’ve suffered through the otherwise glorious “Encores!” series and “Fall for Dance Festival” will tell you, is the seats: There are now 500 fewer of them -- but the new ones are up to 5 inches wider than the ones they’ve replaced.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
The Masonic Map
Have taken a look at the new movie the Masonic Map brother by Joseph James. Take a look at the preview at http://www.themasonicmap.com/index.html you can also buy the video there more information can be found at http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1929407/
Joseph has a new movie Hillbilly Hwy. next year.
Joseph has a new movie Hillbilly Hwy. next year.
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Shriners International Historic Preservation Project
Shriners International is in search of historic Shriner photographs to help promote our anniversary year in 2012. We encourage you to explore your temple's archives, storage room or even the attic of your home to see what treasures you might discover. Our greatest need is for photos from 1872 - 1962.
It is preferred that photographs be submitted electronically to aflenghi@shrinenet.org. Please Let you PR Chairman know what you have sent and the story behind the pictures.
If you have a large number of photos, please be sure to email them in a compressed folder. If you choose to physically mail your photos or a photo CD, send them to Shriners International Headquarters, Attention: Amanda Flenghi, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607. Please note that we will not be able to return physical photos to you. By emailing or sending us photographs, you acknowledge that you or your temple are the owner and that you consent to the reproduction or use of the images by Shriners International Headquarters.
If you have trouble sending the pictures contact your PR Chairman/webmaster or the Imperial PR Regional Director.
I am also looking for Pictures for this ShowBizShriners page. Lou Gross, IPRC
Monday, September 5, 2011
New on Facebook
Have you been to ShowbizShriners on facebook ? Check it out and like it. If you are a Mason or Shriner and would like to join the ShowBiz shrine club lets us know e-mail showbizshriners@gmail.com
Monday, August 29, 2011
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Monday, August 22, 2011
Growing Club
Well we have heard from Grips,Camera men, Directors and actors that are interested in joining the Show Biz Shrine Club. we are working on a facebook page and will post it here when it is ready. Drop us an Email at showbizshriners@gmail.com
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Lance Burton for Shriners & Friends
E-Mail for SBSC
The new ShowBiz Shrine Club is looking for members if you have questions E-mail Tom @
Saturday, August 13, 2011
New Shriner
Christopher R. Coppola became a Shriner today Aug.13, 2011 with the Al Malaikah Shrine at the World famous Shrine Aud. Los Angeles, Ca. Christopher is the head of CRC Enterprises Entertainment & Education. A great producer/director/ digiVangelist. He produced this years Shrine PR presentation "A Tale of Two Patients" The Story of Alissa Perkins & Kate Hickman
Friday, August 5, 2011
Howie Damron
I am a Noble of the Shrine
You can find all of Br. Howie’s music on his website http://www.howiedamron.com
You can find all of Br. Howie’s music on his website http://www.howiedamron.com
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Friday, July 22, 2011
New Show Biz Shrine Club
A new Show Biz Shrine Club is in the process of forming in Los Angeles if you are interested contact Tom Poolby making a comment on this blog. A new email Address for SBSC will be published soon.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
New Shriners International Web site
Check out this new Shriners International Web there are some great Videos and new Information http://www.shrinersinternational.org/
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
. . You're Invited . .Saturday, May 7, 2011.
The Long Beach Scottish Rite Event Center is Dedicating their Theatre to
ERNEST BORGNINE
This once in a lifetime historical event is open to the public. Featuring Entertainer, Norm Crosby.
The Dedication and Reception will begin at 4:00 P.M. and the Banquet will be at 6:30 P.M. with limited seating.
This is a Black Tie affair. If you would like to meet Ernest and dine with him, please call the Scottish Rite Event Center office at (562) 436-3983 Tuesday through Friday, between 8:00 A.M. and 3:30 P.M. to make your reservations.
The Dedication and Reception only is $25.00 per person. The complete package including dinner is $100.00 per person.
There will be free parking with Security Guards monitoring the lots.
We accept Visa, MasterCard, and checks (payable to Long Beach Scottish Rite). We look forward to having you attend this momentous occasion.
ERNEST BORGNINE
This once in a lifetime historical event is open to the public. Featuring Entertainer, Norm Crosby.
The Dedication and Reception will begin at 4:00 P.M. and the Banquet will be at 6:30 P.M. with limited seating.
This is a Black Tie affair. If you would like to meet Ernest and dine with him, please call the Scottish Rite Event Center office at (562) 436-3983 Tuesday through Friday, between 8:00 A.M. and 3:30 P.M. to make your reservations.
The Dedication and Reception only is $25.00 per person. The complete package including dinner is $100.00 per person.
There will be free parking with Security Guards monitoring the lots.
We accept Visa, MasterCard, and checks (payable to Long Beach Scottish Rite). We look forward to having you attend this momentous occasion.
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