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In support of the David Lynch Foundation, June 30 marked the first ever Lifetime of Bliss Award with a night of comedy featuring top comedy stars and to honor legendary comedy manager and producer George Shapiro.
The event continues as a Charity Buzz auction offers VIP packages to benefit the David Lynch Foundation. To see the offerings and bid go to: http://www.charitybuzz.com/support/978
Comic Bible TV was on the red carpet and hosts Tamara Henry and Sabrina Hunter Morales talked to David Lynch about the new annual award, the David Lynch Foundation, Meditation and advice for comedians, "Comics, study the idea of orchestrated silence."
Want to meet the Late Night heavyweights? Hang with Russell Brand? Meet Jerry Seinfeld?
You can - and many more VIP packages are available for a bid on Charity Buzz and in support of the David Lynch Foundation.
On June 30, A Night of Comedy became a legendary event as The David Lynch Foundation presented a Lifetime of Bliss Award to renown comedy manager and producer, George Shapiro – and now a live high-profile auction that features items donated from luminaries in the comedy, music, fashion, film, sports, and again comedy, worlds that support the David Lynch Foundation is happening on CharityBuzz.com
Comic Bible was on the red carpet when over 500 industry insiders and icons of comedy came out to celebrate “A Night of Comedy” honoring George Shapiro at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills. Hosts Tamara Henry and Sabrina Hunter-Morales talked to Kevin Nealon, Jay Leno, Kat Kramer, Ashley Kirshner, Stephen Collins, David Faustino, Thomas Jane, John Roberts, Serinda Swan, Vincent Spano, Roland Kickenger, Connie Stevens and Joely Fisher, Max Worthington (L.A. Comedy Awards) and caught up with Chris D’Elia, Jeff Ross, as well as many more, and of course the men of the hour, David Lynch and George Shapiro.
Inside, host Russell Brand elevated the crowd and introduced performances by Sarah Silverman and Garry Shandling, and surprise guests Jerry Seinfeld and Jay Leno hit the stage in recognition of their long-time manager and friend respectively and honoree. Shapiro was also saluted with a heart-felt video featuring well-wishes from some of his biggest comedian fans such as: Bob Saget, Regis Philbin, Kelly Ripa, Chris Rock, Jerry Seinfield, Kevin Nealon, etc. Shapiro was presented with the ‘Lifetime of Bliss Award’ from the David Lynch Foundation to commend his all-around lifetime of bliss and contributions to film, comedy and friends.
Other celebrity attendees included Michael Cera, a stunning Daphne Guinness, Thomas Jane, Whitney Cummings, B.J. Novak, Carl Reiner, Beth Behrs, and more. Guests enjoyed playful food stations such as Create-Your-Own Sliders, Custom Coffee, fresh-made Doughnut & Churros, and Sushi n’ Sashimi alongside George's favorite - Don Julio. The classic ballroom was transformed by event designer, YourBASH!, into a comic playground with caricature-filled wall art of George’s fans and foundation supporters as well as centerpieces themed “George’s Favorite Things.” The centerpieces included “Ice Cream” cake pops, mini sluggers, L.A. Dodgers mini-helmets, a bottle of Don Julio tequila, margarita glasses filled with salt-water taffy, a Porsche beer glass and red converse tennis shoes. In closing, George exclaimed “I hope the tradition of jeans and sneakers will prevail!”….the all-inclusive theme of the evening he so graciously exemplifies in his work.
Everyone received a “Let the Bliss Begin” reusable bag filled with David Lynch Signature Organic Coffee, a “Transcendence” book, documentary CD from Mr. Lynch and more. Good Work(s) Makes a Difference® also donated 1,000 limited-edition, exclusive bracelets for the evening called the “David Lynch Bliss Eco-Wrap” in navy and silver that read “”Let the Bliss Begin, Change Begins Within.”
All proceeds benefitted the David Lynch Foundation, established in 2005 to provide funds for over 250,000 at-risk adults and children to learn the evidence-based Transcendental Meditation technique, including veterans with PTSD, abused women and children, American Indians and more.
The event continues and you can support the David Lynch Foundation…Now live on CharityBuzz.com until July 12th for fans worldwide, a high-profile auction features items donated in support the David Lynch Foundation including:
• Russell Brand: (2) tickets to the taping of a Brand X on FX and meet Russell Brand on set
• Ellen DeGeneres:(2) Ellen DeGeneres Show tickets
• Stella McCartney: (2) VIP tickets to Stella's March 4th Show at Fashion Week in Paris
• John Varvatos:$2000 Gift certificate with personal styling from a store manager
• Jerry Seinfeld: (2) tickets to see Jerry Seinfeld perform plus meet this legendary comic backstage in Las Vegas
• Late Night with Jimmy Fallon: (2) VIP tickets to Late Night with Jimmy Fallon
• David Letterman: (4) VIP tickets to the Late Show
• David Lynch: He will read your screenplay and then review it with you in person for 45 min. in LA
• James McCartney (son of Sir Paul): 1 hour guitar lesson with James in NYC, London or LA
• Martin Scorsese: (2) VIP passes for a Set Visit to Boardwalk Empire Set Visit
• Clint Eastwood:Personalized signed Dirty Harry Poster from Clint Eastwood
• Russell Simmons: You and a guest will attend a yoga class with Russell, go out to lunch and talk about meditation and yoga
• Ringo Starr: (2) tickets and meet-and-greets at Ringo's concerts in Nashville, Saratoga, San Diego or Los Angeles
• Joe Walsh:(2) pairs of tickets to Eagles concert in Las Vegas
• Steve Vai:1 hour guitar lesson with Steve in Los Angeles
• Barry Zito (SF Giants Pitcher): 45 Minute Pitching lesson with Barry Zito at USC, 4 VIP box seats and meet and greet (Either Giant @Dodgers or any Giants home game)
"Lifetime of Bliss Award" to be Presented to George Shapiro
The David Lynch Foundation is hosting a"Night of Comedy" at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel on Saturday, June 30th at 6:00pm featuring performances by Russell Brand, Sarah Silverman, Garry Shandling and high-profile surprise guests to honor legendary agent, producer and manager, George Shapiro, and raise funds to support veterans and underserved youth.
The red carpet Comedy evening will feature a cocktail reception, dinner, and award's show, with all proceeds benefitting the David Lynch Foundation. There will also be a high-profile auction going live this week on CharityBuzz.com, available to fans worldwide, with items donated from luminaries in the comedy, music, fashion, film and sports worlds including:
Russell Brand: (2) tickets to the taping of a Brand X on FX and meet Russell Brand on set
Ellen DeGeneres:(2) Ellen DeGeneres Show tickets
Stella McCartney: (2) VIP tickets to Stella's March 4th Show at Fashion Week in Paris
John Varvatos:$2000 Gift certificate with personal styling from a store manager
Jerry Seinfeld: (2) tickets to see Jerry Seinfeld perform plus meet this legendary comic backstage in Las Vegas
Late Night with Jimmy Fallon: (2) VIP tickets to Late Night with Jimmy Fallon
David Letterman: (4) VIP tickets to the Late Show
David Lynch: He will read your screenplay and then review it with you in person for 45 min. in LA
James McCartney (son of Sir Paul): 1 hour guitar lesson with James in NYC, London or LA
Martin Scorsese: (2) VIP passes for a Set Visit to Boardwalk Empire Set Visit
Clint Eastwood:Personalized signed Dirty Harry Poster from Clint Eastwood
Russell Simmons: You and a guest will attend a yoga class with Russell, go out to lunch and talk about meditation and yoga
Ringo Starr: (2) tickets and meet-and-greets at Ringo's concerts in Nashville, Saratoga, San Diego or Los Angeles
Joe Walsh: (2) pairs of tickets to Eagles concert in Las Vegas
Steve Vai:1 hour guitar lesson with Steve in Los Angeles
Barry Zito (SF Giants Pitcher): 45 Minute Pitching lesson with Barry Zito at USC, 4 VIP box seats and meet and greet (Either Giant @Dodgers or any Giants home game)
Themed "All about George," event producer Aimee Hyatt and event producer and designer, YourBASH!, will be transforming the classic ballroom into a fun, inventive space encapsulating comedy and Shapiro's favorite things.
About George Shapiro:
A force for decades in the TV comedy world, Shapiro is an award-winning executive producer of "Seinfeld" and the long-time manager for Jerry Seinfeld (and previously, Andy Kaufman). The annual event recognizes exceptional men and women who bring creativity, health, education, peace and happiness to the world and Shapiro will be the first recipient of the "Lifetime of Bliss Award" from the David Lynch Foundation.
For Comedy Night and ticket information and more on the David Lynch Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, started seven years ago by iconic filmmaker David Lynch to bring the stress-reducing Transcendental Meditation technique to at-risk populations worldwide, please visit: http://georgeshapiro.davidlynchfoundation.org/
