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Media Moguls of Midtown Walking Tour in New York

Duration: 2 hours
Destination: United States, New York, New York City
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  • 2 hours
  • New York City
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

You've all listened to music and watched TV but do you know who the people behind these culture shaping technologies were? How did they gain the courage to start companies like CBS, NBC, Warner Communications and Atlantic Records. What technology shifts played a part in bringing our entire library of entertainment into our pockets?

Itinerary
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Stop At: CBS Building, 51 W 52nd St, New York City, NY 10019-6119

We will discuss and learn about William Paley, the founder of CBS, how he shaped the company that shaped Television and Radio. We will also look at men like Clive Davis, Walter Yetnikoff and John Hammond who you may or may not know of who lead the world of music from behind the scenes for decades. They guided and managed the artists we all know and love today, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Billy Holiday, Bob Dylan, Michael Jackson, Janis Joplin, just to name a few.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Rockefeller Center, Rockefeller Center, New York City, New York

In these buildings, people worked and decisions were made that have shaped our culture. From the invention of television and growth of radio to the foundations of American musical culture. Companies like Atlantic Records, NBC, Warner Brother Movies, the New York Cosmos, featuring Pele had offices in these buildings and exciting decisions were made there!

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Times Square, Broadway, New York City, NY 10036

We will visit several buildings on Broadway in Times Square where music history was made and we'll discuss the people who worked there and who currently work there and are shaping our entertainment landscape today!

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Ed Sullivan Theater, 1697 Broadway, New York City, NY 10019-5904

Here .. The Beatles concurred America and music was forever changed!

Duration: 20 minutes

Inclusions
  • my experience having worked in the entertainment businesses and interacting with the decision makers

Exclusions
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Stroller accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    Departure Point

    55 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019, USA


    Departure Time


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    Media Moguls of Midtown Walking Tour in New York
    6/19/2021 - 5/15/2025

    Saturday : 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM


    Return Details

    1691 Broadway, New York, NY 10019, USA

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    2 hours


    User's Reviews

    772hiramj

    23 Sep, 2022

    Ann presented an excellent tour of the Midtown Manhattan-Rockefeller Center area. Ann provided many insights about the entertainment industry executives that she worked with. It was a fascinating and informative tour.

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