The pyrotechnic spectacle will be launched from the world-famous
Brooklyn Bridge and from barges positioned on the lower East River
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NEW YORK -- (Business Wire)
Macy’s (NYSE:M) and New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced today
that on Friday, July 4, a national historic landmark will set a dramatic
stage for dazzling pyrotechnics as the 38th Annual Macy’s
Fourth of July Fireworks® return to the East River. Set to
deliver the nation’s largest display of patriotic firepower and ready to
dazzle more than 3 million spectators and millions more on television
nationwide, Macy’s Fireworks this year will be launched from the
world-famous Brooklyn Bridge and from barges positioned on the lower
East River.
“We’re grateful to Macy’s for lighting our skyline every fourth of July
– and I’m thrilled that, after years of working with Macy’s and my
colleagues to make this a reality, the fireworks will return to the East
River this year!” said Mayor Bill de Blasio. “Now even more New Yorkers
will get to take part in this extraordinary celebration, against the
backdrop of the Brooklyn Bridge, the Harbor, and our skyline.”
“Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks are a one-of-a-kind spectacle that will
once again inspire audiences nationwide as we illuminate the shores of
lower Manhattan and Brooklyn with stunning effects, color and sound,”
said Amy Kule, executive producer of Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks.
“We are thrilled to be working with our partners in the City of New York
to have the magnificent Brooklyn Bridge as our canvas and stunning
backdrop for this year’s bigger-than-life display.”
Since 1976, Macy’s Fireworks have grown in scale and artistry as they
burst to life over many of New York City’s waterways and neighborhoods.
Incorporating landmarks and milestones is a Macy’s Fireworks signature.
Macy’s last showcased the Brooklyn Bridge in its Fireworks spectacle in
1995. This year’s creative presentation of the Bridge’s renowned
architecture will reach new heights of imagination during the 25-minute
display. Amy Kule, added, “We’ve had our eye set to feature this
world-famous landmark in our show for many years and with the
advancements in pyrotechnic technology and artistry, we expect to create
jaw-dropping effects that will delight millions of spectators as this
quintessential New York icon joins the fourth of July party.”
The 38th annual Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks will fire
more than 40,000 pyrotechnic shells and effects during the expertly
synchronized display. Pyro Spectaculars by Souza is once again at the
helm of the pyrotechnics positioned on barges spanning the Manhattan
Bridge south towards the shores of the South Street Seaport and Brooklyn
Bridge Park.
Macy’s explosive spectacle is made possible in part by Cracker Jack®,
Kool-Aid®, Planters®, and is presented in
partnership with the City of New York. Revelers lining viewing locations
are encouraged to enjoy the full experience by tuning in to radio
station 1010 WINS-AM to hear the musical score to which the show is
choreographed. Spectators from coast-to-coast will also have a front row
view of the pyro in the sky by tuning to NBC’s national broadcast of
“Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular” (check local listings). In
addition to the pyrotechnics, the fourth of July’s most popular
entertainment special will feature performances from the nation’s
hottest musical acts.
For more information on the 38th annual Macy’s Fourth of July
Fireworks, please visit www.macys.com/fireworks
or call the Macy’s Fireworks Hotline at (212) 494-4495.
Full 2014
information will be available as of June 2014.
About Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks
Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks are the nation’s largest fourth of July
pyrotechnic display. Produced by Macy’s and designed in conjunction with
Pyro Spectaculars by Souza of Rialto, CA, Macy’s Fireworks are a
digitally-synchronized display of firepower that is choreographed to a
rousing popular music and patriotic score. Annually fired from various
locations across New York City, Macy’s Fireworks features shells from
all over the world. Seen by more than 3 million spectators and millions
of viewers nationwide, Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks have become the
nation’s premiere fourth of July celebration event.
For Macy’s media materials, please visit our online pressroom at www.macys.com/pressroom.
Contacts:
Macy’s:
Orlando Veras, 646-429-7450
Orlando.Veras@macys.com
or
Holly
Thomas, 646-429-5250
Holly.Thomas@macys.com
or
Office
of the Mayor:
City Hall Press Office, 212-788-2958
pressoffice@cityhall.nyc.gov
Source: Macy’s
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