When it comes to hosting a film premiere or industry screening, the right venue can elevate your event from routine to remarkable. In New York City—where audiences are discerning and details matter—you need more than just a screen and seats. You need a space with cinematic AV capabilities, thoughtfully designed green rooms, dramatic red carpet potential, and expert support at every stage.
At Great Performances, we’ve produced film premieres and screenings for studios, networks, festivals, and independent creators. From intimate debuts to star-studded red carpets, we understand what it takes to bring cinematic experiences to life. Our deep roots in the arts—and our commitment to supporting women in creative industries—mean we’re fluent in the language of storytelling, stagecraft, and hospitality.
Whether you’re planning a press screening, premiere party, or launch event, explore these standout NYC venues that offer the perfect backdrop for your next film-centered experience.
Top NYC Venues for Film Premieres & Screenings
Located at Columbus Circle with sweeping views of Central Park, JALC offers unmatched production capabilities.
Rose Theater: 1,233-seat proscenium theater with world-class acoustics and built-in AV.
Appel Room: 483-seat venue with panoramic city views and broadcast-ready infrastructure.
On-site green rooms, VIP areas, and space for red carpet arrivals.
Ideal for: Large-scale premieres, festival screenings, and red carpet receptions.
A distinctive venue steeped in history, located just off Central Park on the Upper West Side.
Auditorium with theater-style seating and projection capabilities.
Grand lobby and gallery spaces ideal for red carpet entrances and receptions.
Ideal for: Historical documentaries, museum premieres, and cultural film events.
A newly restored Art Deco icon in Downtown Brooklyn that blends historic grandeur with modern technology.
Capacity: Up to 2,700 standing or 1,500 seated.
Fully equipped with state-of-the-art lighting, sound, and projection.
On-site green rooms, dressing areas, and VIP lounges.
Ideal for: Major film launches, private premieres, and stylized screening events.
A Midtown staple for the media industry, Paley Center is tailored for screening-focused events.
Theater seating with built-in AV for HD and 4K presentations.
Media-friendly infrastructure and central location.
Ideal for: Press screenings, retrospectives, and private viewings.
A refined, cultural venue on the Upper East Side with excellent support for film-related events.
Auditorium with tiered seating and high-resolution projection.
Reception spaces ideal for red carpet arrivals and post-screening events.
Ideal for: Cultural film premieres, international features, and filmmaker panels.
An NYC cultural institution with multiple theater spaces and a strong cinematic legacy.
Historic theaters with AV-ready infrastructure and on-site staff.
Known for its commitment to film, performance, and community.
Ideal for: Independent premieres, curated screenings, and film festivals.
A grand, theatrical venue with a history of high-profile performances and broadcasts.
Capacity: Up to 2,500 guests.
Features include balcony seating, green rooms, production booths, and stage lighting.
Ideal for: Bold, theatrical film events, launch parties, and media spectacles.
A modern, broadcast-ready space operated by New York Public Radio in SoHo.
High-definition AV and live streaming capabilities.
Intimate and flexible space with contemporary design.
Ideal for: Documentary debuts, podcast-based screenings, and press events.
Nestled in the heart of Midtown and designed with media in mind, The Times Center is a favorite for press events and screenings.
- 378-seat theater with built-in 4K projection, lighting, and audio systems.
- Spacious lobby perfect for red carpet step-and-repeat and pre/post-event receptions.
- Ideal for: Press screenings, media premieres, and Q&A panels.
A sleek, modern venue on the Hudson River, The Glasshouse offers flexibility and skyline views.
Built-in LED walls and AV systems throughout.
Multiple spaces ideal for premieres, receptions, and branded activations.
Red carpet setups can be staged both indoors and out.
Ideal for: Experiential premieres, branded film launches, and after-parties.
Ready to Roll?
From curating the perfect venue to styling red carpet entrances, designing immersive food stations, and managing on-site logistics, our team ensures every element of your event is expertly executed.
Contact us to start planning your next film screening, debut, or red carpet event.
Let’s premiere something extraordinary together.
Brooklyn Artists Ball | Brooklyn Museum | Senior Event Director Ali Rea-Baum
On April 29, 2025, the Brooklyn Museum hosted its fourteenth annual Brooklyn Artists Ball, presented by Dior. The evening honored Darren Walker, president of the Ford Foundation, for his contributions to philanthropy, social justice, and advocacy for artists. The event commenced with a cocktail reception in the museum’s lobby, featuring a performance by the Jamel Gaines Creative Outlet beneath the museum’s iconic KAWS sculptures. Guests then proceeded to the Beaux-Arts Court, transformed by artist Jeffrey Gibson into a vibrant space inspired by his 2020 exhibition, “When Fire Is Applied to a Stone It Cracks.” Brooklyn Museum+8Brooklyn Museum+8Vogue+8
During the program, museum director Anne Pasternak announced a $1 million gift from the Ford Foundation to support the display of African-American artworks previously held in storage. The event raised over $4 million in total for the museum’s exhibitions and educational programming. The evening concluded with a musical performance and an afterparty that continued into the night, featuring a DJ set by Swizz Beatz.
Event Gallery
Event Menu
- Truffle Creme & Duxelle Puffs
- Truffled Creme, Pickled Pioppini, Chervil
- Carrot Mousse Tart
- Crispy Ginger, Celery
- Smoked Tofu Jewel Box
- Purple Ninja Radish, Yuzu Pearls
- Tuna & Wasabi Tobiko
- Tuna, Wasabi Sesame Yuzu Vinaigrette, Wasabi Tobiko, Micro Shiso
- Asparagus Palette
- Fresh Herb Salad, Lemon Pearls, Basil Creme, Crispy Ginger, Flower Gremolata, Green Oil
- Branzino & Roasted Spring Vegetables
- Saffron, Lemon
- Raspberry Mousse
- Basil Oil, Basil Financier, Raspberry Veil
- Elegant 75
- Lemon Juice, St. Germain, Honey Syrup, vodka
- Delicate
- Bourbon, Lillet Blanc, Aperol, Orange Bitters
- Spiced Raspberry Paloma
- Casco Viejo Reposado, Grapefruit Juice, Chambord Raspberry Liquer, Lime Juice, Jalapeno Agave
A 20-Course Cinematic Dinner for G20
Menu by Great Performances | Hosted at Shift Midtown | Concept by THREE20
As part of a three-day celebration leading up to the New York City premiere of Amazon Studios’ G20, the creative team at THREE20 envisioned an immersive experience that would bring together culture, community, and cinematic storytelling. One of the centerpieces of the weekend: a 20-course interactive dinner designed to echo the emotional rhythm of the film.
With just one week to develop the menu, Great Performances—led by Culinary Director Andrew Smith and Senior Event Director Gary Bedigan—designed a five-act culinary journey, with four courses per act. Each phase of the meal was crafted to align with the evolving tone and visuals of the evening, supporting a fully immersive, multi-sensory experience.
Shift Midtown, the host venue, provided the perfect backdrop for THREE20’s vision, transforming the space with projection mapping and live performance. Walls, tables, and plates became dynamic storytelling surfaces. Actors moved through the room. Guests were transported into a world where fiction, film, and food collided.
From the first bite to the final scene, the dinner played a central role in the evening’s narrative—a seamless collaboration between visual storytelling, live performance, and culinary creativity.
We were honored to support THREE20’s bold concept and help bring one of the most memorable moments of the G20 premiere to life.
The Menu
COURSE ONE
- Diplomatic Immunity – Compressed Strawberry, Yuzu Tamari, Kaluga Caviar, Micro Shiso
COURSE TWO
- Opening Statement – Asparagus, Micro Greens, Herb Cream, Flowers
COURSE THREE
- Global Alliance – Beef Carpaccio, Thai Sunflower Chicken Satay, Souvlaki Vegetable Skewer
COURSE FOUR – Beverage
- Red Carpet Toast – Prosecco, St. Germain, Rose, Watermelon
COURSE FIVE
- Breach Detected – Smoked Wild Mushroom Tea
COURSE SIX
- Encrypted Message – Carrot Flan, Cured Egg, Hidden Message Rice Crisp
COURSE SEVEN – Beverage
- Power Play – Vodka, St. Germain, Lime, Honey, Jalapeno Agave Cream
COURSE EIGHT – Palate Cleanser
- Red Alert – Lemon Sorbet, Electric Mango Powder
COURSE NINE – Beverage
- Truth Serum – Three-Layer Shot, Green Juice, Tomato Water, Nasturtium, Gin Dropper
COURSE TEN
- The Lie Detector – Foie Gras Toast, Brioche, Concord Grape, Pistachios, Milk Chocolate Ganache Toast, Brioche, Concord Grape, Pistachios
COURSE ELEVEN
- Deep Fake Dessert – Savory Tart Shell, Salmon Tartare, Beet Cream, Lemon Pepper Pearls
COURSE TWELVE
- Blackout File – Vegetable Ash Risotto, Pitch Black Parmesan Frico
COURSE THIRTEEN
- Code Red – Torched Mackerel, Carrot Wakame, Ninja Radish
COURSE FOURTEEN
- Collateral Damage – Slow Poached Arctic Char, Crème Fraiche, Chili Oil, Green Oil, Salmon Roe
COURSE FIFTEEN
- The Beast Bite – A-5 Wagyu, Smashed Potato, Truffle Demi
COURSE SIXTEEN – Beverage
- Restart Sequence – Espresso Martini
COURSE SEVENTEEN
- Rebuild the Summit – Strawberry Shortcake, Vanilla Sponge, Vanilla Chantilly, Strawberry-Rose Compote
COURSE EIGHTEEN
- Presidential Decree – Milk Chocolate Dipped Grissini, White Chocolate Drizzle, Rice Paper Message
COURSE NINETEEN – Beverage
- State of the Union – Delicate Cocktail
COURSE TWENTY
- Classified Ending – Chocolate Dome, Espresso Cream, Dark Chocolate Truffle
Networking events are an essential part of any high-level summit, offering valuable opportunities for industry leaders to connect and share insights. This reception, held at one of New York City’s iconic venues, combined the perfect setting with thoughtfully curated culinary experiences to foster meaningful connections among guests. From interactive food stations to a refined cocktail menu, every detail was designed to encourage engagement and celebrate the vibrant energy of New York.
Event Snapshot
- GP Team: Amanda DiUglio, Senior Event Director
- Client Industry: Professional Services
- Event Type: Networking Reception
- Guest Count: 250 people
- Venue: 3 World Trade Center
- Date: February 2025
- Event Style & Ambiance: Sophisticated, High-Energy, Networking-Focused
- Food & Beverage Service Style: Cocktail Station Buffet
The Challenge
As part of an exclusive industry leadership summit, this evening reception was designed to foster meaningful connections after a full day of high-level discussions. With attendees immersed in forward-thinking conversations on innovation and industry trends, the event needed to provide a seamless setting for networking while delivering an exceptional culinary experience.
A leading event planning firm, renowned for crafting impeccable experiences, engaged Great Performances to manage the reception’s catering, staffing, and execution. The goal was to create an event that reflected the energy of the summit while celebrating the vibrancy of New York City.
Our Approach
To complement the dynamic discussions from the summit, Great Performances curated an NYC-inspired culinary experience, showcasing the city’s diverse flavors through interactive food stations. Our approach included:
- Thematic Menu Design: Guests enjoyed an array of regionally inspired stations highlighting New York’s culinary heritage, from the flavors of Arthur Avenue to the bold offerings of a Brooklyn steakhouse.
- Seamless Service for Networking: A cocktail station buffet format allowed guests to move freely, engaging in discussions while enjoying beautifully plated bites.
- Collaborative Planning: Partnering closely with the event planning team, we ensured a sophisticated and memorable experience that exceeded client expectations.
The Venue: 3 World Trade Center, A Premier Manhattan Skyscraper
Held at a high-rise venue with panoramic city views, this reception showcased New York’s energy and innovation. The space seamlessly blended hospitality with a tribute to the city’s landmarks, offering an experience that was both aspirational and grounded in local culture. From culinary nods to iconic boroughs to design elements reminiscent of classic NYC moments, the event immersed guests in a distinctly metropolitan atmosphere.
As attendees reflected on the day’s thought-provoking sessions, they embarked on a culinary journey through the city’s most beloved flavors. Interactive stations encouraged movement and conversation, facilitating organic networking while guests enjoyed dishes that captured the essence of New York. A well-curated bar menu, featuring classic New York-inspired cocktails and mocktails, added a refined touch to the evening.
Menu Highlights:
- Hudson Valley Delicacies: Boneless Lamb Chop, Red Pepper Puffed Tortilla, Miso-Glazed Black Bass Bite, South Street Seaport Lobster Roll
- Ditmars Boulevard Station: Classic Chicken Gyro Bowl, Roasted Vegetable Gyro Bowl
- Arthur Avenue Station: Chicken Parm Slider, Panzanella-Style Chopped Salad, Penne Cacio e Pepe
- Brooklyn Steakhouse Station: Chef Carved Strip Steak, Cedar Plank Salmon, Chimichurri Cauliflower Steaks, Creamed Spinach Twice-Baked Potatoes
- Signature Cocktails & Desserts:
- Drinks: The Staten Island Ferry Mocktail (Apple Cider, Orange Wheel, Cranberries), Manhattan (Rye, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters)
- Desserts: Black and White Cookies, Junior’s Cheesecake
The Experience
With the stunning city skyline as a backdrop, the evening struck the perfect balance between relaxation and engagement. The interactive stations encouraged fluid conversation, allowing guests to connect naturally while savoring curated bites inspired by New York’s iconic neighborhoods.
The event planning team, in collaboration with our expert catering staff, ensured a flawless execution where service was polished yet unobtrusive. The sophisticated bar menu, featuring thoughtfully crafted cocktails and mocktails, enhanced the refined yet approachable ambiance.
The Results
- Elevated Networking Experience: The station-style format encouraged organic conversation and seamless movement.
- Culinary Success: Guests raved about the NYC-themed menu, with the Brooklyn Steakhouse and Arthur Avenue stations being particular standouts.
- Seamless Execution: Thanks to meticulous planning and expert service, the event flowed effortlessly, allowing attendees to stay engaged without interruption.
This reception exemplified how Great Performances brings high-touch hospitality and culinary creativity to professional gatherings, transforming post-conference networking into an unforgettable experience.
We had an especially colorful and delicious pride this year! Although we celebrate diversity throughout the year, we pull out the stops during the months honoring the various groups.
We kicked off Pride with special request from our team at Trinity, which became the décor across our venues during Pride. Our celebrations included several events across New York including First Saturday at Brooklyn Museum, events at Asia Society, and at Rockefeller University.
Decorating for Pride
by Alexander Belmont, Venue Merchandising Manager
From free gender affirming haircuts for local high school students, to hosting a queer prom each year, Kenya came to me with the desire for Trinity Cafe’s seasonal decor to reflect the dedication Trinity Church Wall Street has towards the LGBTQIA+ community. While putting up the window decor, a repurpose of photo booth props and a large vintage hued rainbow garland, the installation enticed pedestrians to walk up to the window and peek through to discover what was inside a building they had glazed over times before. The rainbow of colors summer succulents come in presented a neat opportunity to create small floral designs representing each individual pride flag to fully encompass inclusivity. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I am proud to be able to work with an organization that is just as excited for pride as I am.
Rockefeller University Pride Celebration
Location: Rockefeller University, New York, NY
Guest Count: 250
Date: June 28, 2024
Event Planner: Jessi Owens, Catering Director, The Rockefeller University
Each year, The Rockefeller University hosts a Pride Celebration for it’s students, faculty and staff. It’s a fun, interactive gathering for all and included a photobooth, a swag station where folks could decorate a hat with Pride-themed and self-identifying pins, a rainbow-themed dessert table, and a drag show hosted by New York’s own Jaclynn Hyde!
Following the fabulous performance, dessert stations of grilled-to-order s’mores and Dippin’ Dots Ice Cream remained open as guests danced the night away to the beats of Rockefeller University’s own DJ Marlin.
Special thanks to Broadway Party Rentals who custom made the buffet screens that were thoughtfully designed to reflect the Pride flag.
It was a fun, festive, and colorful event!
Pride Celebration Menu
America BBQ Station
Beef Brisket classic bbq
Carolina Chicken mustard bbq
Beer Bratwurst spicy mustard
Grilled Tempeh blueberry bbq
Sweet Potato & Scallion Salad
Classic Cole Slaw
Mac & Cheese Bites
Latin Seafood Station
Classic Seafood Paella Spanish yellow rice, seasonal shellfish and mollusks
Salmon Ceviche
Vegetable Tamales
Chili Bean Salad
Tostones
Brazilian Steakhouse
Peri Peri Grilled Chicken
Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin
Grilled Top Sirloin chimichurri
Vegan Chimichurri Sausage
Brazilian Style Chopped Salad romaine, green olives, tomatoes, red peppers, fresh herbs, lime vinaigrette
Brazilian Cheese Bread
Desserts
Rockin’ Dots birthday cake, cotton candy, banana split, rainbow ice
S’Mores classic, cookies n cream, reeses, mint
Rainbow Dessert Table
Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats
Rainbow Popcorn
Madeleines
Chocolate Covered Pretzels
Funfetti Cake Pops
Funnel Cakes
Leo Bar Happy Hour Celebrating Pride Month
Venue: Leo Cafe at Asia Society
Guest Count: 250
Date: June 20, 2024
Event Planner: Karla Jovel, Event Director
Asia Society and The Human Rights Campaign celebrated LGBTQIA+ Pride Month with a special Leo Bar Happy Hour event on June 20. A fabulous evening of networking featured a special performance by actor, singer, and producer Lora Nicolas Olaes.
Following the program, guests enjoyed music by DJ Kai Song along with cocktails and snacks, and were invited to check out Asia Society’s current exhibition, COAL + ICE.
We created two specialty cocktails for the event:
Out & Proud Cocktail
aperol, tequila, pineapple, elderflower syrup
Out & Proud Zero Proof Mocktail
pineapple, grenadine, club soda, butterfly pea
Celebrating Our Employees at Our Holiday Party at Wollman Rink
As much as we love to Unleash Joy through Genuine Hospitality for our clients and their guests, we especially love to do it for and with each other. Each year we take a moment to celebrate each other at our holiday party, and this year, for the third year, we’ve held it at Wollman Rink.
It’s the perfect venue for a fun celebration of reconnecting with team members we may not see as often and enjoying moments of camaraderie as we take a spin (or a stumble!) across the ice.
Check out our gallery of photos below!
FEATURED EVENT: BEAT THE HEAT AT THE GLASSHOUSE
By Great Performances
We celebrated summer with some of our friends in the legal industry with a happy hour at The Glasshouse. Hosted by us, Glasshouses, and By Invitation Only Ltd., our summer soiree featured delicious foods, including offerings from our friends at Ichiban and Red Oyster, beautiful music, and stunning views.
Check out our photo gallery and menu below!
Our menu included a variety of globally-inspired flavors and included farm-fresh ingredients from our organic farm, Katchkie Farm, in the Hudson Valley.
Passed Hors d’Oeuvres
- Green Chickpea Pani Puri
- Carrot Tartare Cup
- Ginger Celery Tomato Chutney on Wild Rice Crisps
- Tuna in a Bird Nest
Lettuce Wrap Station
- Asado Negro Short Rib Cabbage Wrap
- Basil Roasted Summer Squash Lettuce Wrap
- Spicy Thai Chicken Lettuce Wrap
Shaved Ice Station
- Jolly Rancher Watermelon Syrup
- Lemonhead Syrup
- Atomic Fireball Syrup
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FEATURED EVENT: CELEBRATING PRIDE AT ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY
By Great Performances
We had a blast celebrating Pride Month at Rockefeller University! They asked us to cater four hours of happiness and include a variety of grab-and-go, fun foods for about 200 people.
Jessi Owens, Catering Director, crafted a delicious menu around some key stations including an international hot dog station that included Banh Mi, New York, Italian, and Mexican inspired hot dog toppings; an Asian station; and rainbow themed candy and dessert station.
With beautiful, colorful, and dazzling trays created and curated by our inhouse Design Team, the event was a delicious, visually stunning affair with lots of excitement, laughter, and camaraderie.
Check out the gallery below.
STEAKHOUSE
Chef Carved Steak
Herb Roasted Salmon
Classic Wedge Salad
Twice Baked Potatoes
Coconut Creamed Spinach
Steak Sauces
Horseradish Cream
Chimichurri
Mustard Sauce
INTERNATIONAL HOT DOG STAND
Bánh Mì Style
pickled vegetable slaw, sriracha mayo
New York Style
sauerkraut, spicy mustard
Italian Sausage
peppers, onions
Mexican Style
guacamole, pico de gallo, jalapenos (Vegan)
Salads
Italian Pasta Salad
Classic Potato Salad
Asian Slaw
ASIAN STATION
Orange Chicken
Kung Pao Cauliflower
Vegetable Fried Rice
Assorted Steamed Dumplings
Shrimp Shumai
Edamame
Chicken Lemongrass
Assorted Sushi Rolls by Bondi Sushi
Seaweed Salad
Steamed Edamame
FEATURED EVENT:
TELEVISAUNIVISION UPFRONT AT PIER 36
By Great Performances
On May 16, we were thrilled to be the catering partners for TelevisaUnivision’s upfront at Pier 36 (Basketball City). Their team was incredible to work with and it was a fun challenge to design a menu that matched their creativity, vision, and theme “Grow with Us.”
Our custom menu included items from all over the Latin diaspora, and we were able to include The Sylvia Center, who they had featured in a segment in March. We also customized vessels and food sizes to match the branded items they provided, including empanada sleeves and stirrers.
We also worked with La Newyorkina, a local Latin vendor we partner with regularly and feature as part of our People’s Kitchen program.
The Menu
Passed Hors d’Oeuvres
- Poblano Chicken Salad, Yukon Gold Potato Crisp
- Grilled Skirt Steak, Chimichurri, Plantain Crisp
- Short Rib Tostada, Corn Tortilla, Radish, Cilantro, Chipotle Crema, Chili Demi-Glace
- Fluke Ceviche, Leche de Tigre, Cilantro, Red Jalapeño, Rice Crisp
- Grilled Shrimp, Adobo, Olives
- Maiz Tostado con Aji Amarillo
Empanada Station
- Chicken Adobo, Crema de Rocoto
- Spinach, Mushroom, and Manchego
- Puerto Rican Beef & Plantain
- Apple Nutella
El Caribe Station
- Pollo Guisado with Yellow Rice, Cucumber, Pepper Slaw
- The Sylvia Center Jicama Slaw
- Grilled Mahi Mahi, Coconut Pineapple Salsa
- Yucca Frito con Huancaína
Casa Havana Station
- Cuban Sandwiches
- Ropa Vieja with Yellow Rice
- Plantain Chips
Ranchito Station
- Quinoa Stuffed Enchiladas, Salsa Verde
- Braised Short Rib Quesadilla
- Avocado Tostadas
- Grilled Corn Salad
Dessert Station
- Cinnamon Churros
- Guava and Cheese Hand Pies
- Fruit Skewers with Chamoy and Tajin
CELEBRATING THE GRAND OPENING OF PLATFORM BY THE JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION
By Great Performances
This month we’re celebrating the long-anticipated opening of Platform by the James Beard Foundation™ and Good To Go by JBF™ at the Market 57 food hall at Hudson River Park’s Pier 57. We’re thrilled to have been selected as the service and hospitality partner providing the behind-the-scenes operational and logistical expertise of the James Beard Foundation (JBF) spaces.
The physical manifestation of JBF’s Good Food for Good® mission—Platform features a state-of-the-art show kitchen, event space, and educational hub for JBF’s outstanding culinary arts programming, while Good To Go is a retail incubator for fast casual concepts featuring rotating menus from established operators who embody JBF’s mission and values.
Trusted Partners with a Shared Mission
Great Performances’ long history of partnership and collaboration with the James Beard Foundation continues at Market 57 at Platform by the James Beard Foundation and Good to Go by JBF. We’re delighted and honored to be selected as the operational and logistical partners to bring the Foundation’s Good Food for Good® mission to life at the show kitchen and the kiosk.
The Foundation’s mission aligns closely with Great Performances’ deep roots in the arts, New York City civic and community life, and established commitment to furthering equity in all its endeavors and serve as guideposts for the decisions that we make together to drive the success of the new venture.
“We are thrilled to announce Great Performances as our operational partner for Platform by the James Beard Foundation and Good To Go by JBF,” said Kris Moon, COO and President of the James Beard Foundation. “From the outset of this project, Great Performances has shown true leadership—supporting us in our vision to ensure that business operations for our Pier 57 spaces were closely aligned to our mission and values. We are grateful to be working together, and look forward to championing a standard of sustainability, equity, and a future where all can thrive at Platform and Good to Go.”
Operational Excellence, Gracious Hospitality
We leveraged our expertise running kitchens, restaurants, cafes, food trucks, and kiosks, providing best practices for kitchen and back of house layouts, establishing service guidelines, and recruiting, vetting, hiring and managing the staff that will ensure that day-to-day operations are executed with excellence. While the James Beard Foundation will provide the programming, including a weekly chef-in-residence program launching in May, our front and back of house teams will work to support resident and visiting talent, while helping to ensure that every guest enjoys the professional, intuitive, and gracious service that are hallmarks of Great Performances’ (and JBF’s!) hospitality.
Sustainable Sourcing, Thoughtful Consumption
As the nation’s first caterer to own and operate an organic farm, Great Performances’ constantly sets the bar for sourcing, sustainability, and waste reduction in the catering and hospitality industry. We’re working closely with JBF and the guest chefs to implement our food waste reduction, sustainable sourcing, and sustainable packaging practices at Pier 57.
Dynamic, Enriching, and Delicious Experiences
From the first night, when JBF welcomes legendary chefs Jacques Pépin, Michel Nischan, and friends to Pier 57, we’ll kick off an incredible culinary adventure together. Through weekly chef-in residence events, exciting dinners, wine tastings, cooking demos, hands-on culinary classes, interactive exhibits, book signings, industry trainings, and more, guests will enjoy dynamic and enriching experiences at Platform by JBF.
Next door is Good To Go by JBF, an incubator for fast-casual concepts by established operators who embody JBF’s mission and values. These menus will only be available for a short time, so we encourage everyone to visit – and to visit often.
For full details about Platform and Good To Go and to reserve your tickets to Platform events. visit the Platform by JBF website at https://www.platformbyjbf.org/. We can’t wait to welcome you to our table!