Thursday, December 15, 2011

Shriners Kids in the Biz

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.

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.

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.
HAIR-ITABLE MAKEOVER: A renovation has given City Center on West 55th Street fewer -- but wider -- seats and better sightlines.
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
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.
CHAIR-ITABLE MAKEOVER: A renovation has given City Center on West 55th Street fewer -- but wider -- seats and better sightlines.
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.


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.

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

Facebook

Showbiz Shriners now has a facebook page check it out!

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

If you missed this show, you missed a good one. Lance always put on a good show for the kids.

E-Mail for SBSC

The new ShowBiz Shrine Club is looking for members if you have questions E-mail Tom @

Shrine Game being re-broadcast - The Daily Astorian: Free

Shrine Game being re-broadcast - The Daily Astorian: Free

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

Saturday, July 23, 2011

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SHRINE BOWL
Heart disorder doesn't keep East's Malek off field

Read more: http://www.siouxcityjournal.com/sports/high-school/football/article_a32ad196-953b-5999-bd3a-ca24459b4113.html#ixzz1SwRfDOCH
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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.