Brooklyn-based nightlife entrepreneurs Verboten [German for "forbidden"] have been shaping the NYC clubbing landscape and beyond for over 12 years and are now set to open the doors at their purpose-built venue for nightlife, music and arts in the heart of Williamsburg.
After years of meticulous planning, co-founders Jen Schiffer & John Perez, along with a team of industry veterans and illustrious partners, will further ignite the ongoing Brooklyn renaissance happening in recent years. Verboten parties have already encapsulated the explosive global, underground dance music scene and will continue to host DJ residencies and top-notch musical programming featuring both established and burgeoning talent. The diverse array of upcoming music and arts programming is set to mirror the spirit of Brooklyn and will include live music, art shows, yoga & fitness classes, burlesque performances, and tap into the creative consciousness of NYC.
"We're excited to build a home for ourselves and our team; a multi-functional event space in Brooklyn designed for musicians & artists to fulfill their creative visions. We look forward to celebrating the unique wealth of talent that NYC has to offer for everyone who comes through our doors." -Jen Schiffer & John Perez, Verboten Co-FoundersAbout Verboten: Verboten is a leader in the New York underground dance music scene: booking, producing and promoting house music and techno parties at a variety of clubs, boats, festivals and music conferences. Verboten was founded by Jen Schiffer and John Perez with the goal to bring high quality production, exceptional customer service and the best international DJ talent to an eclectic crowd of discerning music fans. In 2012, Verboten was voted 'Best Party' in Time Out New York, 'Best Promoter' for Paper Magazine Nightlife Awards, and nominated for 'Best Event Promoter' in 2013′s International Dance Music Awards. This past summer, Verboten hosted its inaugural summer event series StageONE on the East River waterfront and is opening its eponymous new nightclub in the heart of Williamsburg in spring 2014.
Verboten is located at 54 North 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211. For more information, visit www.VerbotenNewYork.com, or follow on Facebook: Facebook.com/VerbotenNewYork and Twitter: Twitter.com/verbotennewyork
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