[All photos by CHANCE YEH for PMc] Dozens of celebrities ventured to the Regal Cinema in Times Square braving the tourists and rainy weather for the premiere of the highly anticipated documentaryThis Is Itwhich premiered worldwide in 17 cities Tuesday night including New York. The film, capturing Michael Jackson’s last days of rehearsals in London brought in quite the star-studded crowd of MJ fans.
[All photos by DAVID X PRUTTING forPMc]. Greg Laurenrecently debuted his third solo exhibit, “Alteration: New Works on Paper,” and last night his cousin David Lauren hosted a celebration of the project. There was a strong Lauren family showing, including Andrew, Dylan and Jerry; joining supporters Elizabeth Berkley(Greg’s wife), Helena Christensen, Lauren Bush, Thom Browne, Kelly Cutrone, Sasha Pivovarova, Mary Louise Parker and James Perse for the fashion and art fete. More »
[Gerard Butler, Elizabeth Berkley, Greg Lauren. All photos by NEIL RASMUS for PMc] Artist Greg Lauren is yet another member of the Ralph Lauren family lending his talent to fashion. The artist debuted his third solo exhibit, Alteration: New Works on Paper, Thursday night in Soho where he presented fashion and art as one with a collection featuring over 40 works of garment designs and sculptures all made of paper. Guests included Gerard Butler, Parker Posey, Dan Abrams, Jeremy Kost, Samantha Mathis, Keith Lieberthal, and many more… More »
[Lauren Bush. All photos by JP PULLOS for PMc] Eco-friendly restaurant Rouge Tomate welcomed designers, artists, vendors, and even car manufacturers, all with one thing in common… They’re green. Very green and ready to share their products, designs, and art Tuesday night for the Eco-Luxe event, a three hour eco-concious shop-a-thon… More »
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via hamptons.guestofaguest.com: The East Hampton Ralph Lauren Rugby store teamed up with the NEST foundation last Saturday for a cocktail party to benefit a great cause. Guests like Amanda Hearst, Lauren Bush, and Alexandra Richards joined the party. MORE>>>
[All photos by JONATHON ZIEGLER forPMc]. Last night, Unicef launched the “Next Generation,” bringing in some of the city’s most dynamic young professionals. Lydia Hearst, Jenna Bush, Lauren Bush, David Lauren, Marcus Samuelson and Josh Madden were among the guests gathered at the Gates to support the org’s mission to save, protect and improve the lives of children around the world. After enjoying Crumbs cupcakes, the young and well-heeled danced the evening away in celebration of doing good. More »
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Last night, the Special Olympics New York Junior Committee held its second annual spring fundraiser at Greenhouse. Lauren Bush led the host committee, mingling with guests who enjoyed cocktails, a silent auction and gift bag treats.
Madonna’s motherly acquisitiveness will not be thwarted! Malawian court rules in her favor to adopt another child [CNN]
Following Ashton and Demi’s threats to quit, Trent Reznor says he will quit Twitter and other social media (but can he stay away? see: Lodwick, Jacob) [Observer]
[Helen Ficalora, Inge Fonteyne, Valentina Zelyaeva, Amy Phelan. All photos by CLINT SPAULDING for PMc] Bless their hearts, the New York Junior League certainly put Southern belles to shame with their first annual “Babes, Bags & Bubbles” auction last night which they hosted with W Magazine at the Astor House. More »
“So, let me ask the most important question of the night: how do they look?!” Thus began Hoda Kotb, kicking off this year’s Pink Agenda Gala by reminding guests that not only is she a breast cancer survivor, but that ‘the girls’ are looking pretty damn good. More »
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On May 6th, Lauren and Sharon Bush hosted a Mother’s Day Tea to celebrate the the launch of the “FEED” Teddy Bear at the National Arts Club. Each purchase of a FEED bear provides Plumpy’nut bars to severely malnourished children in the region of East Africa. Lauren Bush, Honorary Spokesperson for the UN World Food Program and CEO of FEED projects LLC, was recently spotted wearing a FEED Bag to the Met Costume Gala. The tea was provided by Tracy Stern and friend Dylan Lauren was on hand to hug a teddy… More »
Where: Caroline's on Broadway, 1626 Broadway, New York, NY (map)
Admission: Ticketed Event
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Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) proudly announces the two honorees for their 8th annual TRU Love Benefit, which will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2009 from noon to 4pm at Caroline’s on Broadway, 1626 Broadway at 49th Street, NYC. Elysabeth Kleinhans of 59E59 Theatres will receive the TRU “Spirit of Theater” Award for her ongoing generosity towards TRU as well as the off-Broadway producing community in general; and Allan Buchman of Culture Project will be acknowledged with the TRU Humanitarian Award for his dedication to bringing politically and socially conscious works to life in New York theater, and successfully using the arts for social change.
The theme of this year’s benefit is “Opening Doors” in recognition of both the nurturing homes the honorees have provided for the development of new work and new opportunities; and for their dedication to keeping open doors of communication for political and international conversations in New York theater. The event will start with a cocktail hour at noon, followed by a full luncheon. Performances will include representative scenes and songs from shows developed at 59E59 or The Culture Project, including “Gutenberg the Musical”, Prospect Theater’s bluegrass musical” Golden Boy of Blue Ridge”, “Clean Alternatives” with writer Brian Dykstra and “The Exonerated” excerpts performed by celebrity guests. TRU will also present songs from upcoming musicals being developed by TRU producers. Nancy Anderson will perform a song from “Yank!”, the musical debuting off-Broadway in February 2010, and previewing a song from the upcoming Broadway musical “Pure Country”. In addition Brian Dykstra will perform a piece from his play “Clean Alternatives” and Radiotheatre will perform from one of their radio pieces.
The TRU Love “Opening Doors” Benefit will take place Sunday, November 8, 2009, at 12 noon, at Caroline’s on Broadway, 1626 Broadway at 49th Street, NYC, with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at noon, luncheon at 1pm and performances and awards ceremony starting at 2:15. Tickets are $175 for Premium Patron level seats in the first tier, $150 for Patron level 2nd tier and $100 for general admission. Tickets may be purchased at www.truonline.org/store-new.html. Inquiries may be made by phoning 212/714-7628 or emailing TRUnltd@aol.com.
For more information, visit www.truonline.org or call 212-714-7628.
Where: BARNES & NOBLE, 150 East 86th Street, New York, NY (map)
Admission: Open
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Barnes & Noble will host a book signing in celebration of the national launch of Park Avenue Potluck CELEBRATIONS, authored by members of The Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and New York Times food columnist Florence Fabricant. A POTLUCK of cider, sweets and other treats for the family celebration will be brought by many of the authors’ favorite purveyors including Eleni’s Cookies, Smithfield, Dean & DeLuca, Taste Caterers, William Poll, Williams-Sonoma, Gristedes, MrsMonogram.com and others.
A percentage of net sales of products in Barnes & Noble stores nationally will support ‘Kids Express’, an individualized program -- funded by The Society of MSKCC – designed to help adult cancer patients communicate with their children about their illness.
Where: La Venue and The Tunnel, 608 west 28th Street, New York, NY (map)
Admission: Ticketed Event
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California wine country is heading east to New York with the Robert Mondavi Discover Wine Tour. Ted Allen, Robert Mondavi Private Selection Brand Ambassador, is thrilled to engage consumers in the Big Apple with live cooking demonstrations at the Tour and to encourage foodies to open up about their food and wine questions. Additionally, guests are invited to join Robert Mondavi Private Selection’s Avram Deitch and other wine experts at the Robert Mondavi Discover Wine tour to learn anything and everything - from wine making to wine pairing.
Where: SVA Theater, 333 23rd st , New York, NY (map)
Admission: Invite Only
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Edward R. Pressman Alan & Gabe Polsky
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First Look Studios
Eva Mendes
special screening of
BAD LIEUTENANT
PORT OF CALL NEW ORLEANS
A FILM BY WERNER HERZOG
screenplay by William Finkelstein
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[All photos by CHANCE YEH for PMc] Dozens of celebrities ventured to the Regal Cinema in Times Square braving the tourists and rainy weather for the premiere of the highly anticipated documentary This Is It which premiered worldwide in 17 cities Tuesday night including New York. The film, capturing Michael Jackson’s last days of rehearsals in London brought in quite the star-studded crowd of MJ fans.
[All photos by DAVID X PRUTTING for PMc]. Greg Lauren recently debuted his third solo exhibit, “Alteration: New Works on Paper,” and last night his cousin David Lauren hosted a celebration of the project. There was a strong Lauren family showing, including Andrew, Dylan and Jerry; joining supporters Elizabeth Berkley (Greg’s wife), Helena Christensen, Lauren Bush, Thom Browne, Kelly Cutrone, Sasha Pivovarova, Mary Louise Parker and James Perse for the fashion and art fete. More »
[Gerard Butler, Elizabeth Berkley, Greg Lauren. All photos by NEIL RASMUS for PMc] Artist Greg Lauren is yet another member of the Ralph Lauren family lending his talent to fashion. The artist debuted his third solo exhibit, Alteration: New Works on Paper, Thursday night in Soho where he presented fashion and art as one with a collection featuring over 40 works of garment designs and sculptures all made of paper. Guests included Gerard Butler, Parker Posey, Dan Abrams, Jeremy Kost, Samantha Mathis, Keith Lieberthal, and many more… More »
[Lauren Bush. All photos by JP PULLOS for PMc] Eco-friendly restaurant Rouge Tomate welcomed designers, artists, vendors, and even car manufacturers, all with one thing in common… They’re green. Very green and ready to share their products, designs, and art Tuesday night for the Eco-Luxe event, a three hour eco-concious shop-a-thon… More »
[Lauren Bush, Alexandra Richards] 
[All photos by JONATHON ZIEGLER for PMc]. Last night, Unicef launched the “Next Generation,” bringing in some of the city’s most dynamic young professionals. Lydia Hearst, Jenna Bush, Lauren Bush, David Lauren, Marcus Samuelson and Josh Madden were among the guests gathered at the Gates to support the org’s mission to save, protect and improve the lives of children around the world. After enjoying Crumbs cupcakes, the young and well-heeled danced the evening away in celebration of doing good. More »
[Lauren Bush supports the Special Olympics] 
[Helen Ficalora, Inge Fonteyne, Valentina Zelyaeva, Amy Phelan. All photos by CLINT SPAULDING for PMc] Bless their hearts, the New York Junior League certainly put Southern belles to shame with their first annual “Babes, Bags & Bubbles” auction last night which they hosted with W Magazine at the Astor House. More »
[Lauren Bush, Sharon Bush, Tracy Stern]
