Jacalyn Kane Productions

History

style and passion

Kane Productions brings over 15 years of experience, an exceptional sense of style, and creative passion to produce flawlessly executed special events, concerts and films for the entertainment, corporate, and non-profit communities. As past clients state, their events "have never been more professionally arranged" than under the direction of Jacalyn Kane, president and founder of the company. Jacalyn works with the best people in the industry to form efficient and innovative teams that perform all aspects of event production from concept to completion, including coordination, design, scenic production, vendor relations, talent and contract negotiations, technical services and promotions.

deep roots and a commitment to values

As U.S. Senator John F. Kerry noted, Jacalyn Kane proved her ability to do "tremendous work" early in her career, while coordinating logistics and scheduling for Senator Kennedy's Campaign for President. Her work on the campaign resulted in her production of a documentary entitled, Kennedy '80, a case study in media and political use and abuse. The film is currently used as a teaching tool.

Jacalyn went on to produce a variety of TV commercials and industrial films for corporate clients including Polaroid Corporation and Digital Computers. Her commitment to social and political causes has been reflected throughout her career as she produced and directed documentaries, gala events, and benefits supporting nuclear disarmament and AIDS awareness. In this arena Jacalyn honed a variety of production skills and developed an expertise for working with high profile talent such as Joanne Woodward, Carly Simon, Meryl Streep, Jane Alexander, Senator George McGovern, and Teresa Heinz.

expanding horizons and expertise

Ms. Kane's experience developing and producing music events began with the legendary Vineyard Peace concert '86 on Martha's' Vineyard and continued in her position as Special Events producer and Marketing Director for David Maldonado Management, where she developed and implemented a marketing department for Ruben Blades, Marc Anthony, Menudo (Ricky Martin) and others. Her responsibilities included everything from producing concerts, videos and special events, to handling the press, publicity, and tour promotions for clients that also included: Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri, and El Puma. In addition, she developed concert and tour sponsorships with corporate giants such as Miller Brewing Co., Nickelodeon, Proctor & Gamble, and Warner Lambert.

Among her specialties, Jacalyn Kane offers extensive experience as a fundraising consultant and producer for large-scale music festivals, intimate garden concerts, elegant dinners, and dynamic award shows. With the formation of Kane Productions, she has proven her powers to "create magic while managing people and dollars with great finesse." Her credits include Gala~Carnivale 2005 for the Bay Area's California Shakespeare Theater, Whole Earth Festival 2002, The Boston Pops Benefit Concert for The Martha's Vineyard Hospital, The Annual Topanga Days County Fair, The City of Los Angeles Pershing Square Concerts in the Park, the Whole Foods Market 20th Anniversary Food & Wine Tasting Gala and three years of the First American In The Arts Awards Ceremony.

seamless perfection and cultural sensitivity


Most recently, Kane Productions proved its reputation for creative and technical prowess in producing the 9th and 10th Annual First Americans In The Arts Awards (The Native American Film & TV Awards). Starting with her client's initial vision, the Kane Production team carried out all aspects of production and coordination to bring the event to life with seamless perfection. In addition to preproducing and editing video tributes for live IMAG projection, Kane Productions coordinated everything from talent and set design to live video presentations, lights, and sound.

Kane Productions continues to demonstrate a willingness to go the extra mile to produce events within budget at competitive rates, and with sensitivity to social, cultural, and corporate considerations and needs. Whether it's an annual meeting, gala dinner ball, or fundraising event, Kane Productions provides the strategic management and production resources required to carry out your unique vision.

giving back

As the success and name/status/reputation of Kane Productions grows, Jacalyn Kane does not forget her commitment to community and the issues she holds dear. She gives back what she has been given, by donating her time and talents to a range of causes including Earth Day, T-CEP (Topanga Community Emergency Preparedness Fund), and the American Diabetes Foundation. Her goal is to continue to cross cultural barriers and effect positive change through doing what she does best--creating first class events, festivals, and documentary tributes.


Testimonials/References

"Pulling up to last years Topanga days festival, I was eager to see the new set up. When I parked backstage and walked towards the stage it felt like a whole different place. The band was no longer in the bottom of the dust bowl but instead, high above the tons of smiling, dancing people who were spread out over the vast amount of beautiful green grass - a huge improvement over the dirt hillside that used to be the sitting area. Venice hopes to be in town this year and every year for the Topanga Days bash. Once you go there, it's hard to stay away - Let's rock!"
Michael Lennon,
Venice, headlining band, 2005 Topanga Days Country Fair

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"Words cannot express my gratitude. I feel abundantly blessed to be working in inspired community building. Our festival was a dream manifest and a hope fulfilled. May we continue to prosper and shine in Earth friendly goodness."

Elizabeth Carovillano,
Whole Foods Market,
Title Sponsor

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"It was magical. It was our best show yet. Thank you."

Sandra DiCarlo,
First Americans In The Arts
, The Native American Film and Television Awards

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"You should be proud of your tremendous work that resulted in a great success for a terrific cause."

Senator John F. Kerry

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"Were I more eloquent I might be able to express to you the appreciation the Hospital Board feels for the work you have done. Now that we are out of bankruptcy, we can begin to plan on building a new facility. Our new found optimism is directly traceable to the magic of the evening you created. Thank you."

Jonathan S. Barnett,
Chairman of the Board of Trustees
, Martha's Vineyard Hospital

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"Jacalyn Kane is the quintessential professional. She has a sense of style and flair that is of the essence in special event fundraising and possesses great fundraising intuition and integrity. Jackie brings passion and joy to all that she lays her hands and heart."

Lorraine D. Sahagian,
Director of Development
, Martha's Vineyard Hospital

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"The production details for the concert have never been more professionally arranged than this past year with Jackie Kane and her company as producers. We greatly appreciate the collaboration.

Keith Lockhart,
Conductor
, The Boston Pops

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"Everything was perfect: the food, the wine, of course, the music."

The Vineyard Gazette,
Tuesday, August 25, 1998

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"What a fabulous tribute to Sandy Gooch! From the delicious food and wine to the heartfelt presentations, and from the great music to the wonderful set-up, the evening was a success from start to finish...congratulations again on a job well done!"

Bella Simon,
Associate Director
, The Weizmann Institute of Science

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"In life we can only dream of working with an associate like Jackie Kane. Jackie is a class act and she won't be involved with anything less."
Julie Dubois,
Former President
, Topanga Community Club
(Sponsors of the Topanga Country Fair)

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History of Clients & Participants

Marc Anthony
The Band
Ruben Blades
Jackson Browne
Dr. Helen Caldicott
California Alliance of Family Farmers
California Shakespeare Theater
City of Los Angeles, Dept. Parks & Recreation
President William J. Clinton Advance Staff
Rita Coolidge
James Cromwell
Walter Cronkite
Governor Gray Davis
Celestino Drago
Governor Dukakis
Geraldine Ferrara
First Americans in The Arts
Michael Franti & Spearhead
The Heinz Family Foundation
U.S. Senator Edward M. Kennedy
U.S. Senator John F. Kerry
Teresa Heinz Kerry
Keith Lockhart, Conductor Boston Pops
David Maldonado Entertainment
The Martha's Vineyard Hospital
Ricky Martin
Esai Morales
The Honorable Thomas P. O'Neill
John Savage
Kenny Wayne Shepherd
Michelle Shocked
Carly Simon
Chris Spinazzola
Richard Thompson
Topanga Community Club
Walela
Whole Foods Market
Dwight Yoakam


Highlighted Productions
Producer/Director

California Shakespeare Theater's
Gala~Carnivale 2005
www.calshakes.org

Topanga Days Country Fair
2004-Present & 1994-1998
www.topangadays.com

Voice of The People (commercial) & creator of
Stand Up Now, an organization dedicated
to taking back the media

Whole Earth Festival 2002
www.wholeearthfestival.net

First Americans In The Arts Awards 2000 - 2003

For The Love of Life AIDS Benefit Gala
Democratic National Convention

Whole Foods 20th Anniversary Food & Wine Gala,
honoring Sandy Gooch

Topanga Earth Day Celebration 2000

The Boston Pops Concert
Martha's Vineyard Hospital Benefit

Dwight Yoakam Live on Martha's Vineyard

The Vineyard Peace Concert '86 featuring Carly Simon,
The Band, & Jesse Colin Young

Women's Action for Nuclear Disarmament Ball honoring
Sally Field & Jane Alexander

Let Me Say this...Reflections on Living in the Nuclear Age
featuring Joanne Woodward & Meryl Streep
*Documentary*

Who Elects The President? Kennedy '80
A Case Study in Media & Political Use & Abuse
*Documentary*



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