THE PALEY CENTER FOR MEDIA ANNOUNCES PALEYFEST NY OCTOBER 6-16, 2017

New York, NY, Aug. 23, 2017 --

NEW YORK, NY, August 23, 2017 – The Paley Center for Media today announced the return of New York’s ultimate TV fan festival, PaleyFest NY. This ten day celebration of television brings together the cast and creative teams of today’s most acclaimed and popular TV shows for screenings and interactive panel discussions taking place October 6-16 at The Paley Center for Media in New York City.

Fan favorite Family Guy from Fox, Emmy Award-nominated Full Frontal with Samantha Bee from TBS, and the highly-anticipated Star Trek: Discovery from CBS All Access are the first selections in the star-studded lineup of events, with more shows and talent to be announced at a later date.

“In only a few short years, PaleyFest NY has quickly solidified its place as New York’s must-attend, fall entertainment event,” said Maureen J. Reidy, President and CEO of The Paley Center for Media. “The Paley Center for Media is thrilled to host such an incredible and diverse line up of programs.”

Additionally, as part of PaleyFest NY, the Paley Center, the Verizon Foundation, and the Mayor’s Office of Media & Entertainment will present From Stem to Screen: Inspiring Tomorrow’s Creators. This annual networking event connects New York City middle school students with media professionals who use STEM in various fields of production and post-production. In a “speed networking” style setting, attendees rotate the room and visit ten professionals to learn about the technical and scientific aspects of each professional’s respective career, as well as the education and training required.

Citi returns as the official card of PaleyFest NY, offering Citi cardmembers special presale access to tickets which can be purchased through www.citiprivatepass.com beginning September 12 at noon ET. Paley Center Supporting, Sustaining, and Patron Members can also purchase tickets at this time. Tickets go on sale for Paley Center Individual Members on September 14 at noon ET, and to the general public on September 15 at noon ET. To purchase tickets, please visit paleyfest.org or download the Paley App at paley.me/app.

Media Contact: Teresa Brady, The Paley Center for Media, [email protected], 212-621-6697

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About The Paley Center for Media

The Paley Center for Media, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with locations in New York and Los Angeles, leads the discussion about the cultural, creative, and social significance of television, radio, and emerging platforms for the professional community and media-interested public. Drawing upon its curatorial expertise, an international collection, and close relationships with the leaders of the media community, the Paley Center examines the intersections between media and society. The general public can access the Paley Center’s permanent media collection which contains over 160,000 television and radio programs and advertisements, and participate in programs that explore and celebrate the creativity, the innovations, the personalities, and the leaders who are shaping media. Through the global programs of its Media Council and International Council, the Paley Center also serves as a neutral setting where media professionals can engage in discussion and debate about the evolving media landscape. Previously known as The Museum of Television & Radio, the Paley Center was founded in 1975 by William S. Paley, a pioneering innovator in the industry. For more information, please visit paleycenter.org

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Teresa Brady
The Paley Center for Media
212.621.6697
[email protected]