Bumbershoot Lives!!!! One Reel Partners up with Showbox/AEG
Outstanding news out of the Bumbershoot camp was announced this morning. One Reel and the international music and sporting event promoters AEG signed a deal to keep the Bumbershoot festival going.
The partnership with Showbox Presents/ AEG Live, ensures that Bumbershoot will continue to thrive in 2015 and beyond. Through an agreement with the City of Seattle, this collaboration begins immediately, building a stable and sustainable model for the iconic arts festival’s future.
One Reel also announced the return of Heather Smith as interim Executive Director of Bumbershoot.
Smith rejoins One Reel’s staff to oversee the transition, having previously served as director of the non-profit’s Festival Division. One Reel will remain a non-profit entity working side by side with Showbox Presents/ AEG Live to bring Bumbershoot to the Seattle Center for the 45th year. Showbox Presents/ AEG Live has a wide global reach that will bring exciting new acts and artists to the Northwest, while working closely with One Reel to maintain the character that Bumbershoot is known for.
“This partnership is designed with the preservation of the original character of the event always in the forefront. We couldn’t have found a better partner when it comes to preserving the elements that create a unique civic event,” says Smith. “As a premier arts festival in this country- and a key part of the cultural fabric of this city- we strive to build a successful and sustainable model for Bumbershoot while ensuring it reflects the culture of our great city.”
Bumbershoot was established in 1971 as a city festival and has grown into one of America’s most respected annual celebrations of art and culture. It continually leverages the best of Seattle’s art scenes, showcasing the rich and diverse talent of the Pacific Northwest alongside national and international acts. Bumbershoot’s diverse programming includes live music, comedy, theatre, film, visual arts, children’s programming and more. Visit bumbershoot.org for more information.
“We are honored to be part of the Seattle tradition of Bumbershoot. For all of us that grew up here, summer is not over until we experience the music, art and culture that this amazing festival brings to the city. We are grateful to the City of Seattle and Seattle Center for finding a way to continue this festival, and to One Reel for their willingness to work together to bring Seattle the best weekend of the year, each year. We look forward to a lasting relationship with this great team so we can all enjoy Bumbershoot for many years to come,” said Chad Queirolo, Vice President- Talent, Showbox Presents/ AEG Live.
About One Reel
One Reel has a history of producing independent, non-profit arts events in the Northwest, fueling civic pride through signature experiences that foster growth and development in community and the arts. These events have been touted as emblematic of Seattle values: arts, accessibility, and inclusivity. For more information, visit onereel.org.
About Showbox Presents/ AEG Live
Showbox Presents/AEG Live owns and operates The Showbox, Showbox Sodo, and the Marymoor Park Concert Series. Recent local productions include Pearl Jam, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, Foo Fighters, and Paul McCartney. AEG Live is also the largest producer of music festivals in North America from the critically acclaimed Coachella Music & Arts Festival to Stagecoach and New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. They take pride in building and sustaining festivals local to the community while enhancing the festival experience with high-level national and international acts.