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Dolphin Subsidiary Special Projects Contributes to the Success of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Fourth Annual Gala Honoring Paul Mescal, Rita Moreno, and Quentin Tarantino, Raising Over $11 Million

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Dolphin's subsidiary Special Projects managed talent relations at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures' fourth annual gala, which raised over $11 million for museum initiatives. The event honored Paul Mescal, Rita Moreno, and Quentin Tarantino, featuring performances by Cynthia Erivo. Co-chaired by prominent industry figures including Salma Hayek Pinault and Nicole Kidman, the gala celebrated the museum's three-year anniversary. During the event, Tarantino announced the donation of his original Pulp Fiction script to the museum. The star-studded celebration attracted numerous Hollywood celebrities and industry executives.

La sussidiaria di Dolphin, Special Projects, ha gestito le relazioni con i talenti al quarto gala annuale del Museo dell'Academy delle Immagini in Movimento, che ha raccolto oltre 11 milioni di dollari per le iniziative del museo. L'evento ha premiato Paul Mescal, Rita Moreno e Quentin Tarantino, con performance di Cynthia Erivo. Co-presieduto da figure di spicco dell'industria come Salma Hayek Pinault e Nicole Kidman, il gala ha celebrato il terzo anniversario del museo. Durante l'evento, Tarantino ha annunciato la donazione del suo script originale di Pulp Fiction al museo. La celebrazione affollata di star ha attratto numerosi celebrità di Hollywood e dirigenti del settore.

La subsidiaria de Dolphin, Special Projects, gestionó las relaciones con talentos en la cuarta gala anual del Museo de la Academia de Películas en Movimiento, que recaudó más de 11 millones de dólares para iniciativas del museo. El evento honró a Paul Mescal, Rita Moreno y Quentin Tarantino, con actuaciones de Cynthia Erivo. Co-presidido por figuras prominentes de la industria como Salma Hayek Pinault y Nicole Kidman, la gala celebró el tercer aniversario del museo. Durante el evento, Tarantino anunció la donación de su guion original de Pulp Fiction al museo. La celebración, llena de estrellas, atrajo a numerosas celebridades de Hollywood y ejecutivos de la industria.

돌핀의 자회사인 Special Projects는 영화 아카데미 박물관의 제4회 연례 갈라에서 인재 관계를 관리했으며, 이 행사로 박물관의 이니셔티브를 위해 1,100만 달러 이상을 모금했습니다. 이 행사에서는 폴 메스칼, 리타 모레노, 쿠엔틴 타란티노가 honored 되었고, 신시아 에리보의 공연이 있었습니다. 살마 하이엑 피노 델과 니콜 키드먼을 포함한 저명한 업계 인사들이 공동 의장을 맡은 갈라는 박물관의 3주년을 축하했습니다. 행사 중 타란티노는 자신의 원본 Pulp Fiction 대본을 박물관에 기증한다고 발표했습니다. 많은 할리우드 유명 인사와 업계 경영진이 참석한 화려한 축하 행사였습니다.

La filiale de Dolphin, Special Projects, a géré les relations avec les talents lors de la quatrième gala annuel du Musée de l'Académie du Film, qui a permis de récolter plus de 11 millions de dollars pour les initiatives du musée. L'événement a honoré Paul Mescal, Rita Moreno et Quentin Tarantino, avec des performances de Cynthia Erivo. Co-présidé par des figures importantes de l'industrie, y compris Salma Hayek Pinault et Nicole Kidman, le gala a célébré le troisième anniversaire du musée. Lors de l'événement, Tarantino a annoncé le don de son scénario original de Pulp Fiction au musée. La célébration, pleine d'étoiles, a attiré de nombreuses célébrités d'Hollywood et des dirigeants de l'industrie.

Die Tochtergesellschaft von Dolphin, Special Projects, verwaltete die Talente-Beziehungen beim vierten jährlichen Gala des Academy Museums of Motion Pictures, die über 11 Millionen Dollar für die Initiativen des Museums sammelte. Die Veranstaltung ehrte Paul Mescal, Rita Moreno und Quentin Tarantino und bot Aufführungen von Cynthia Erivo. Co-vorsitzend von prominenten Figuren der Branche, einschließlich Salma Hayek Pinault und Nicole Kidman, feierte die Gala den dritten Jahrestag des Museums. Während der Veranstaltung kündigte Tarantino die Spende seines originalen Pulp Fiction-Drehbuchs an das Museum an. Die von Stars gefüllte Feier zog zahlreiche Hollywood-Prominente und Branchenvertreter an.

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  • Successful event management raising $11 million for museum initiatives
  • High-profile talent involvement demonstrating strong industry connections
  • Expansion of Special Projects' portfolio with prestigious event management
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The successful fundraising event, generating $11 million for the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, demonstrates Dolphin Entertainment's subsidiary Special Projects' capability in high-profile event management and talent relations. While the monetary value is significant for the museum's operations, the direct financial impact on Dolphin Entertainment (NASDAQ:DLPN) is likely minimal relative to their overall business operations. The event's star-studded attendance and prestigious nature may enhance Special Projects' reputation in the entertainment industry, potentially leading to future high-profile opportunities. However, without specific revenue figures or contract details for Special Projects' involvement, the immediate financial impact remains unclear.

Special Projects Oversees Talent Relations for the Prestigious Event

With Featured Performance by Cynthia Erivo, Gala was Co-Chaired by Dr. Eric Esrailian, Salma Hayek Pinault, Nicole Kidman, Eva Longoria, and Tyler Perry

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESSWIRE / October 23, 2024 / Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) subsidiary Special Projects played a pivotal role in overseeing talent at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures' fourth annual gala, which raised over $11 million to support the museum's exhibitions, education initiatives, and public programming. The star-studded event honored Paul Mescal, Rita Moreno, and Quentin Tarantino for their contributions to film, while also featuring a performance by Cynthia Erivo. The gala, presented in partnership with Rolex, was co-chaired by Dr. Eric Esrailian, Salma Hayek Pinault, Nicole Kidman, Eva Longoria, and Tyler Perry.The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, which held its fourth annual gala this year, raised over $11 million to support the museum's exhibitions, education initiatives, and public programming, including screenings, K-12 programs, and access initiatives in service of the general public and the local community of Los Angeles.

The celebratory evening, commemorating the acclaimed museum's three-year anniversary, was a star-studded affair that honored three Hollywood icons for their contributions to film both past and present. Gala co-chair Eva Longoria kicked off the programming for the evening, introducing Director and President of the Academy Museum, Amy Homma, who welcomed guests to the special fundraiser event before introducing the first presenter of the night. Three-time Oscar-winning Director and 23-time nominee, Steven Spielberg presented the Icon Award to Oscar-winning actress, singer, and dancer Rita Moreno. After the dinner service, Colman Domingo made his way to the stage to welcome the next presenter, four-time Oscar-nominee Saoirse Ronan, who presented friend and recent co-star, Oscar-nominated actor Paul Mescal with the Vantage Award. The Luminary Award was presented by two-time Oscar nominee and long-time collaborator, John Travolta to two-time Oscar-winning and six-time Oscar-nominated writer and director Quentin Tarantino. During his acceptance speech, Quentin Tarantino announced the donation of his first handwritten draft of the script for Pulp Fiction (1994) to the museum. Before the night was over, Ariana Grande closed out the evening with a heartfelt introduction to co-star Cynthia Erivo, who treated guests to a surprise musical performance, singing "I'm Here," from The Color Purple, Diana Ross's "Home" from The Wiz (1978) " "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" from The Wizard of Oz (1939), and Prince's "Purple Rain."

The event was attended by some of Hollywood's most prolific and notable actors, filmmakers, and industry executives as well as members of the event's host committee who came together to support the museum. Guests included: Awkwafina, H.E.R, Marisa Abela, JJ Abrams, Amy Adams, Joe Alwyn, Pamela Anderson, Jack Antonoff & Margaret Qualley, Kelsey Asbille, Elizabeth Banks, Monica Barbaro, Zach Baylin, Annette Bening, Jessica Biel, Sterling K. Brown, Quinta Brunson, Bobby Cannavale, Nicholas Alexander Chavez, Joan Chen, Jon M. Chu, Sacha Baron Cohen, Josh Cooley, Carrie Coon, Ismael Cruz Córdova, Marion Cotillard, Alfonso Cuarón, Macaulay Culkin & Brenda Song, Lee Daniels, Andra Day, Ariana DeBose, Danielle Deadwyler, Cara Delevingne, Harris Dickinson, Amelia Dimonldenberg, Ava DuVernay, Winston Duke, Kirsten Dunst & Jesse Plemons, Phoebe Dynevor, Ayo Edebiri, Hannah Einbinder, Maya Erskine & Michael Angarano, Gal Gadot, Karla Sofía Gascón, Kaia Gerber, Jeff Goldblum, Selena Gomez, Eiza González, Molly Gordon, Tony Goldwyn, Sofia Richie Grainge, Josh Greenbaum, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ludwig Göransson, Danielle Haim, Estee Haim, Mark Hamill, Tom Hanks & Rita Wilson, Laura Harrier, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Fred Hechinger, Brian Tyree Henry, Taraji P. Henson, André Holland, Nicholas Hoult, Ella Hunt, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Damson Idris, Joshua Jackson, Louisa Jacobson, Kylie Jenner, Kendall Jenner, Rashida Jones, Mindy Kaling, Titus Kaphar, Kim Kardashian, Harvey Keitel, Anna Kendrick, Nicole Kidman, Joey King, Cooper Koch, Greta Lee, John Legend & Chrissy Teigen, Sam Levinson, Dan Levy, Eva Longoria, Eugenio López, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Natasha Lyonne, Clarence Maclin, Archie Madekwe, Mikey Madison, James Mangold, Rooney Mara, Ricky Martin, Charles Melton, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Jamie Mizrahi, Demi Moore, Lamorne Morris, Henry R. Muñoz III, Kumail Nanjiani & Emily Gordon, Niecy Nash-Betts, Kathryn Newton, Amaury Nolasco, Ebony Obsidian, Sandra Oh, Elizabeth Olsen, Regé-Jean Page, Megan Park, Aaron Paul, Sarah Paulson, Tyler Perry, Joaquin Phoenix, Aubrey Plaza, Amy Poehler, Ke Huy Quan, Addison Rae, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Danny Ramirez, Édgar Ramírez, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Reneé Rapp, Eddie Redmayne, Halina Reijn, Renate Reinsve, Jason Reitman, Nicole Richie, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Seth Rogen, Joachim Rønning, Devon Ross, Bird Runningwater, Meg Ryan, RZA, Zoe Saldaña, Ted Sarandos & Nicole Avant, Peter Sarsgaard, Anna Sawai, Daniel Scheinert, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Francesca Scorsese, Naomi Scott, Rachel Sennott, Sarah Silverman, Cory Michael Smith, Jurnee Smollett, Steven Spielberg, Drew Starkey, Sebastian Stan, Harper Steele, Maisy Stella, Holland Taylor, Uma Thurman, Phoebe Tonkin, John Travolta, Nia Vardalos, Denis Villeneuve, Dwyane Wade & Gabrielle Union, Lena Waithe, Diane Warren, John David Washington, Malcolm Washington, Kerry Washington, Olivia Wilde, Jessica Williams,Taylor Zakhar Perez, and Hans Zimmer.

The event design was conceived by Keith Baptista and musical direction by Rickey Minor with talent relations overseen by Special Projects. Clarendelle & Domaine Clarence Dillon, the Academy Museum's official wine partners, provided wine for the evening. Specialty cocktails provided by Tequila Don Julio. The evening's food was prepared by guest chef Curtis Stone and Wolfgang Puck Catering.

ABOUT SPECIAL PROJECTS

Founded in 2016 by Andrea Oliveri and Nicole Vecchiarelli, Special Projects is the leading talent booking, creative content, and special event agency. By uniting brands and public figures, our team creates opportunities that garner press, build engagement, drive sales, and uniquely position our partners within the cultural zeitgeist. Our extensive expertise as talent strategists, content creators, cultural forecasters, and event producers has earned us unparalleled trust across the entertainment, media, and fashion industries. Special Projects operates offices in New York and Los Angeles. To learn more, visit specialprojectsmedia.com.

ABOUT DOLPHIN
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, has evolved from its origins as an Emmy-nominated television, digital and feature film content producer to a company with three dynamic divisions: Dolphin Entertainment, Dolphin Marketing and Dolphin Ventures.

Dolphin Entertainment: This legacy division, where it all began, has a rich history of producing acclaimed television shows, digital content and feature films. With high-profile partners like IMAX and notable projects including "The Blue Angels," Dolphin Entertainment continues to set the standard in quality storytelling and innovative content creation.

Dolphin Marketing: Established in 2017, this division has become a powerhouse in public relations, influencer marketing, management, branding strategy, talent booking and special events. Comprising top-tier companies such as 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Special Projects, The Digital Dept., Elle Communications and Always Alpha, Dolphin Marketing serves a wide range of industries - from entertainment, music and sports to hospitality, fashion and consumer products.

Dolphin Ventures: This division leverages Dolphin's best-in-class cross-marketing acumen and business development relationships to create, launch and/or accelerate innovative ideas and promising products, events and content in our areas of expertise. Key ventures include collaborations with Rachael Ray for Staple Gin and Mastercard Midnight Theatre.

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FAQ

How much money did the Academy Museum gala 2024 raise with DLPN's Special Projects involvement?

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures' fourth annual gala raised over $11 million to support the museum's exhibitions, education initiatives, and public programming.

What role did Dolphin's (DLPN) Special Projects play in the Academy Museum gala 2024?

Dolphin's Special Projects subsidiary oversaw talent relations for the Academy Museum gala, managing a star-studded event that featured numerous Hollywood celebrities and industry executives.

Who were the honorees at the 2024 Academy Museum gala managed by DLPN's Special Projects?

The gala honored Paul Mescal (Vantage Award), Rita Moreno (Icon Award), and Quentin Tarantino (Luminary Award).

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