Stage Managers' Association to Present Lifetime Achievement Awards to John Fennessy and David Piel

On Monday, May 23rd, the Stage Managers' Association will present its annual Lifetime Achievement Awards to John Fennessy and David Piel, pioneers in the field of corporate meeting and special event stage management. The SMA will also recognize Jane Neufeld, founding member of the SMA and the inspiration for the creation of Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS. Tom Viola, Executive Director of BC/EFA, will present the award to Ms. Neufeld.

This year, the Stage Managers' Association will be celebrating its 35th Anniversary as a pivotal resource for stage managers nationwide in all areas of live performance. With a growing national membership, the SMA promotes networking opportunities through its many initiatives such as Operation Observation, where aspiring stage managers can observe backstage at Broadway and Regional theatres. Our members include top Broadway, Off Broadway, Corporate and Regional stage managers as well as students and those just beginning their careers.

The event will be held Monday, May 23rd, at Connolly's, 121 W. 45th St., NYC from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. with the program beginning at 5:30. Appetizers and a cash bar will be available.