As Mac Rebennack once said, "Such a night."
Thank you to everyone for making Steinyfest '23 an amazing night. With all the decisions and details leading up I was often way over-my-skis and each time someone came along and raised their hand to help.
For starters NYCC honored my agreement with the previous owners. Thank you for the parking lot, the craft brew and the food. Please support their place it’s a great spot for a family dinner or a beer with friends.
Nothing happened without my “Board.” Mia owned the voice of Steinyfest, ran our IG account, listened and contributed crazy ideas, calmed me down when necessary, and promoted the hell out of this thing. Love you Mia thanks for everything. Rachel is our entertainment ringer and gives notes that always make things better. Mickey was equal parts stage-manager, general contractor, advisor, A&R man, therapist, shlepper, positive influence, and all-around glue guy, thanks buddy.
The Tent Crew saved a panic attack Saturday morning when it was pouring rain: spencer, doug, jorge, rich, anant, all the steinbergs, rachel, and cousin kate. They figured out what was needed and made it happen.
Key contributor @pamnation1 owned the artists experience and made it special. And massive thanks to Joanne who showed up and made herself indispensable. The sound and lights were thanks to Aaron and @goldpantsrentals. @marksteinbergphotography and @filmsbyklu did an amazing job shooting and recording the show. Our press agent @pk2bears captured the experience. James Offenhartz killed it on the creative. Thanks to the agents that took me seriously Joe Wohlfield from @united-talent, Andrew Friedman from @royalartistgroup, and Peter Wiederlight from @minttalentgroup Thank you to our sponsors @rothmansnyc , Triklon, and @dykeslumbercompany.
Josie killed the bespoke selfie frame and is always my rockstar. Of course my love Jill, the first lady of Steinyfest, who puts up with a lot. I'm grateful for everything.
Among many special feelings, I’m most amazed by the joy and talent these artists showed on stage. Everyone was blown away. I think we will do this again next year ... stay tuned!
All my love,
-Steiny