PRODUCTION GUIDE

Newport Tower

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Production Guide

Newport Tower

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. INTRODUCTION 3 Mission of arts>Brookfield

Description of Grace Building performance spaceII. VENUE SPACES 4III. PERFORMER SUPPORT 5IV. TECHNICAL SUPPORT 6

Staging AudioLightingProjectionSeating

V. SIGNAGE AND MARKETING 7VI. ACCESS 8

DirectionsLoad-in and Load-out

VII. BUILDING OPERATIONS 11VIII. CONTACTS 12IX. PRE-CONCERT CHECKLIST 13X. AMENITIES 14XI. FLOOR PLANS 15XII. STREET MAP 17XII. PREVIOUS EVENTS 18

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I. INTRODUCTION

arts>Brookfield – mission statement:

Brookfield Properties brings life to its public spaces through an internationally acclaimed visual and performing arts program. We also fulfill our commitment to local artists and performers by commissioning original works and presenting art forms in new and unusual spaces.

Constructed in 1990, Newport Tower is a 1.1 million square foot, 36-story office tower that offers spectacular views of the New York Harbor and Manhattan skyline. Located in Jersey City's business district, the building is easily accessible from the New Jersey Turnpike and Holland Tunnel and is just steps away from the Pavonia-Newport PATH train and New Jersey Light Rail.

Please refer to the enclosed maps, plans, and photographs which will clarify the following descriptive material. If you have any questions, please call Elysa Marden, Director of Production.

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II. VENUE SPACES

arts>Brookfield Properties uses the Plaza and the Lower Lobby at the Grace Building.

The Plaza is used for• Concerts• Promotional Events

When facing the Newport Towers entrance, the BP property line runs to the hedges on the right. The Plaza runs from the hedges to the front of the Newport mall entrance.

The Lower Lobby is used for• Smaller concerts• Promotional Events

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III. PERFORMER SUPPORT All artists and personnel names need to be given to the building security staff 24 hours prior to an event. Once on-site, artists and personnel need to check in with security and show ID to receive a building pass. Artists drop-off/pick-up point is usually on 525 Washington Blvd. in front of the

plaza. There is no private entrance.

DRESSING ROOMS There are no dressing rooms available to artists, although use of the construction office can be arranged for storage. Use of the construction office will require building ID or accompaniment by a production staff member with such an ID. There are public restrooms available in the cafeteria on the second floor.

SOUND CHECKSound check can begin between 10:30am and 11:00 am. Sound check is a “vista”—the public will be present.

HOSPITALITYBottled water will be provided (next to stage in a cooler). Food will only be arranged per contract stipulations.

MERCHANDISE TABLEUpon request, we will provide a table for artist merchandise sales. It is often shared with the arts>BP info table. Alternatively, artists can sell from the foot of the stage after the performance.

DEDICATED EQUIPMENT• Arts>Brookfield Properties tablecloth• Cooler• Front of House container

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IV. TECHNICAL SUPPORT

STAGING

Staging must be rented for each event. A typical package includes:• 12’ x 16’ x 24’’(height) stage deck with skirting• Tent or cover for stage• 10’ x 10’ tent to cover Front of House position next to stage• Portable generator (limited power at all sites)• Labor available to set up and strike all

AUDIO There is no system on-site. A typical rental package might include:• 24’’ x 8’’ professional quality console• 3-way Public Address with subs to adequately cover 200 seated patrons• Playback and processing• Full range monitors (if needed)• Microphones, cables, stands, sandbags, etc.• Front of House audio engineer and labor available to set up and strike all.

LIGHTINGThere is no system on-site. A lighting package may be rented.

PROJECTIONThere is no system on-site. A projection package may be rented.

SEATING• We typically rent folding chairs for events on the Plaza. A typical rental

package includes no more than 100 folding chairs.

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V. SIGNAGE AND MARKETING

arts>Brookfield Info TableFor Plaza events, we usually have an info table.

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VI. ACCESSThe Newport Tower525 Washington BoulevardJersey City, NJ 07310

DIRECTIONS TO NEWPORT TOWER

PATH Train:Pavonia/Newport Station. Newport Tower is across the street from the Station.

Driving Directions

From New York Holland Tunnel to Marin Boulevard (the first right after emerging on the jersey side). Take Marin one block to 18th Street. Turn right onto 18th Street, which becomes Washington Boulevard. Follow Washington Boulevard through the flashing street light and past the next operable street light. Newport Tower will be on the right.

From the Lincoln Tunnel, it is necessary to drive through Hoboken to get to Newport. Take the Hoboken exit and drive straight to 14 th Street, about a mile. Left on 14th Street all the way to Hudson Street. Right on Hudson, then bear left onto Sinatra Drive. Sinatra brings you to Fourth Street; take your second left onto Hudson Street to the end of town. Right onto Observer Highway, left onto Marin Boulevard and left at the light onto 18 th Street which becomes Washington Boulevard through the flashing street light, and past the next operable street light. Newport Tower will be on the right.

George Washington Bridge to 95 South which turns into the New Jersey Turnpike. Follow directions from New Jersey Turnpike listed below.

From Staten Island, Take the Bayonne bridge to Kennedy Boulevard, through Bayonne into Jersey City Approximately seven miles to Montgomery Street (there are a lot of lights). Turn right on Montgomery to Marin Boulevard; left to Marin to 6th Street (Thomas Gangemi Boulevard). Turn right onto 6 th Street to the end. Left onto Washington Boulevard. You will be approaching from the south and Newport Tower will be on the left.

From New Jersey Take the New Jersey Turnpike North or South to the 14A-B-C extension (you will see signs for Holland Tunnel). Pay Toll at Exit 14C and then continue

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straight. Turn right at the first light onto Jersey Avenue, and bear left up the ramp towards the Newport Center Mall. Stay left to the end, which is Washington Boulevard, to avoid driving into the parking lot. Turn right onto Washington Boulevard and Newport Tower will be on the right.

From Route 3 East follow signs for 1&9 then follow signs for the Holland tunnel. Turn right onto Jersey Avenue at the first light before the tunnel. Bear left, up the ramp towards the Newport Center Mall. Stay left till the end which is Washington Boulevard, to avoid driving into the parking lot. Turn Right onto Washington Boulevard and Newport Tower will be on the right.

From Routes 1 & 9 follow signs for the Holland tunnel. Turn right onto Jersey Avenue at the first light before the tunnel. Bear left, up the ramp towards the Newport Center Mall. Stay left till the end which is Washington Boulevard, to avoid driving into the parking lot. Turn Right onto Washington Boulevard and Newport Tower will be on the right.

PARKINGSouth Parking GarageThe South Parking Garage is located on Mall Drive East across from JC Penney's and Macy's. You may enter the garage on Mall Drive East or on Washington Boulevard.

From Washington Boulevard:If you are proceeding south, after passing the Newport Tower (and 499 Washington Blvd.), you will see the South Parking Garage on the right hand side and set off the road a little. Make the first right and this will bring you into the parking garage.If you are proceeding north, after passing the Newport Tower, make a left at Newport Parkway. Make first left on Newport Parkway (if you go straight, you will enter the mall parking lot) onto Mall Drive East (Sears/Jiffy Lube will be on your left) and follow the road to the parking garage.

Two parking spaces can be held for us in the loading dock (if available; must be cleared with Ann).

EQUIPMENT LOAD-IN

Loading DockThe loading dock is located on Mall Dive East in the back (West Side) of the building. This area may be used for deliveries and pickups only. Loading docks accommodate straight body trucks up to 25 feet long and 13 feet high. An attendant is on duty from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to assist with deliveries.

Directions to Loading Dock from Washington Boulevard:

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If you are proceeding south, make the first right after Staples/Modells. This is Newport Parkway. Make first left on Newport Parkway (if you go straight, you will enter the mall parking lot) onto Mall Drive East (Sears/Jiffy Lube will be on your left) and follow the road to the Newport Tower loading dock. The dock will be on your left, across from Kohl’s.If you are proceeding north, after passing the Newport Tower, make a left at Newport Parkway. After that turn, follow the directions above.

Plaza AccessThe plaza is located on Washington Blvd. directly in front of the building entrance. There is a small curbside insert directly in front of the plaza; for quick loading-in and out. Vehicles cannot be left unattended.

Freight ElevatorFreight elevator service is provided from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for tenant deliveries. Deliveries after business hours and freight elevator use may be arranged through the Service Order Request System or by contacting the Management Office.

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VII. BUILDING OPERATIONS- Storage closet is located on the lobby level, behind security. - There are no 6 ft. tables available at this location. - Plaza power needs to be turned on by the electricians. A request needs to be

made daily.

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VIII. CONTACTS

NEWPORT TOWER—BROOKFIELD OPERATIONSANN PAPA, Property Manager(201) 653-5250Ann.Papa@Brookfieldproperties.com

MICHAEL KINNEY, Assistant Property Manager(201) 653-5250Michael.Kinney@Brookfieldproperties.com

TAREK SINGLETON, Building Administrator(201) 652-5250Tarek.Singleton@Brookfieldproperties.com

AKU LAINE, Chief Engineer(201) 653-5250Aku.Laine@Brookfieldproperties.com

ARTS>BROOKFIELD PROPERTIESMAIN OFFICE: (212) 417-7000(212) 417-7190 fax

ELYSA MARDEN, Production Director(212) 417-7236 office(917) 440-5407 cellElysa.Marden@brookfieldproperties.com

KAREN KITCHEN, Program Director (212) 417-7237 officeKaren.Kitchen@brookfieldproperties.com

KRIS MYRSETH, Production Coordinator (212) 417-7128 office(917) 825-0044 cellKris.Myrseth@brookfieldproperties.com

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IX. PRE-CONCERT CHECKLIST

1) Coordinate Backline Needs between Artists and One Dream.2) At the beginning & End of Summer Concert Series – Coordinate PROP

TRANSPORT to deliver cooler, sandwich boards, banners, posters, or anything else needed at venue. Let Michael Kinney know date and time of any delivery or pick-up, and make sure whoever is delivering uses the loading dock.

3) Get water ordered for concerts. Newport has an account number to order from Poland Springs. Let Michael know how much water will be needed.

4) Find out from Artists:a) If they will be selling merchandise?b) If they plan to have someone taking pictures or video?c) If they need any reserved seats? If so, how many? (If YES, I print out

RESERVED sheets to bring day of concert)d) What are the names of all artists, managers, crew who will be onsite at

the concert? e) What instruments does each member of the band play?f) How will everyone be arriving (by car, train)?g) What time will everyone be arriving? (Determine the time of Sound

Check depending on needs of band and number of members it can vary. Usually Sound Check is scheduled for 11:00am. But we have pushed a few back to 11:30am for 12:30pm concerts)

h) Make sure to get a stage plot.5) Find out from One Dream the names of the crew who will be onsite.6) At least 3-4 business days before show – Email Michael Kinney the EIS so he

can distribute to building personnel. 7) Make sure to let Michael know if we will need the area under the escalators

(“holding room”). If yes, email him number of chairs and tables needed, as well as reminder to have the cooler filled with ice and bottled water.

8) Day of show – Make sure to bring:a) RESERVED seat signs & scotch tape.b) A copy of email sent to Ann Papa with list of names for security

passes.c) Extra copies of the stage plotd) Event Information Sheet

OTHER NEWPORT NOTES:• Power is from the outlets below the trees. If power is not on, call Michael

Kinney and he will have someone make sure to turn on and check the outlets.

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X. AMENITIES

FOODName AddressCajun Café & Grill Newport BuildingThe Great Khan Newport BuildingSarku Japan Newport Building

Azucar Cuban CuisineWashington Blvd b/t Pavonia Ave & S. Garage Dwy

Komegashi Too River Dr. South & Town Square Pl.South City Grill River Dr. South & River CourtOle Ole Washington Blvd & N. Garage DwyBertucci's Washington Blvd & N. Garage DwyConfucius Asian Bistro Washington Blvd & N. Garage DwyDorrian's Bar & Restaurant Washington Blvd & N. Garage Dwy

RaazWashington Blvd b/t N. Garage Dwy & Pavonia Ave

BANKSName AddressBank of America Washington Blvd & Pavonia AveCapital One Washington Blvd & Pavonia AveHSBC River Dr. South & Newport Pkwy

HSBCWashington Blvd b/t N. Garage Dwy & Pavonia Ave

Chase Washington Blvd & N. Garage Dwy

PARKINGName AddressCentral 50 River Dr. SouthPublic Parking Washington Blvd & N. Garage Dwy

OTHERName AddressRadio Shack Newport Buildingfye Newport BuildingWireless Access Plaza Newport Building

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XI. FLOOR PLANS

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PLAZA SLOPE

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XII. STREET MAP

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XII. PREVIOUS EVENTS

DATE EVENT LOCATION

7/8/09 Luminescent Orchestra

Plaza

7/15/09 Emmet Cohen Trio

Plaza

7/22/09 Junior Mance Plaza

7/29/09 Fiona Boyes Plaza

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