BOLTHOUSE PRODUCTIONS BRENT BOLTHOUSE AND SBE ENTERTAINMENT CEO SAM NAZARIAN ANNOUNCE A JOINT PARTNERSHIPThe duo along with designer Philippe Starck will focus on the development and building of new nightclubs and restaurants in Los AngelesNovember 16, 2005 (Los Angeles) – In a move that will revolutionize LA's nightlife scene, Bolthouse Productions and SBE Entertainment Group (SBE) have announced a major joint venture partnership that will see the two entities join forces to develop, promote and operate nightclubs, supper clubs, restaurants, lounges and bars. Additionally, SBE and Bolthouse Events are partnering to develop and expand Bolthouse Events into a full-service special events company.Brent Bolthouse and partner, Jenifer Rosero, virtually invented the LA nightlife scene almost 20 years ago and remain the most influential people in the Hollywood nightlife scene. Countless trendsetters flock to their various club nights each week. They have helped put clubs like LAX, Spider Club and Las Vegas' Body English on the map and Bolthouse Productions has produced major events for clients that range from Maxim Magazine, T-Mobile, Cameron Diaz and Dolce & Gabbana.With a reputation for being exciting and cutting-edge, entrepreneur Sam Nazarian and his talented team at SBE Entertainment Group own and operate a chic collection of LA's most celebrated nightclubs, restaurants, and hotels. With a proven track record of attracting a loyal following of celebrities, sports figures and the social elite, SBE strives to create unique lifestyle destinations by delivering distinctive properties such as, Hollywood hotspots Prey and Privilege (formerly Shelter), Yu Restaurant & Lounge (Santa Monica), Schwab's Restaurant (Hollywood), Lobby Supper Club (Hollywood) and Le Meridian Hotel (Beverly Hills). In addition, SBE has a successful film production division, Element Films, and recently released in conjunction with Lions Gate the comedy "Waiting" (Ryan Reynolds, Anna Farris). Element Films' other upcoming features include "Down in the Valley" (Edward Norton) and "Five Fingers" (Laurence Fishburne, Ryan Philippe).Recently SBE also announced an exclusive partnership with internationally-acclaimed designer, Philippe Starck. SBE's partnerships with Bolthouse and Starck will round out a virtual dream team of hospitality heavyweights that will redefine the entertainment landscape in Los Angeles for years to come. Nazarian, Bolthouse and Starck will collaborate on all creative elements of these highly-anticipated new venues, including development, design, location, naming, operation, branding, marketing and promotion."In the hospitality business, you are always seeking innovative ways to be exceptional and exceed your customer's expectations," said Nazarian. "SBE sought to build an elite team of the best and the brightest to accomplish our goal of delivering the ultimate in nightlife experience. SBE is thrilled to collaborate with Brent Bolthouse and his magnificent team of innovators, whom have achieved unprecedented success within the highly competitive nightlife industry. Our collective clientele can expect a portfolio of amazing venues that promise to deliver the best of what nightlife has to offer including design, service, ambience and a remarkable energy."Bolthouse added, "In all of my years of working in the nightlife industry, I have never come across a person with such a creative vision as Sam. His approach in creating the world's first nightlife "Super-Company" is truly innovative. The entire team at Bolthouse Productions is eagerly anticipating working closely with everyone at SBE. The night life industry will never be the same."Their first collaboration among the partnership will be the opening of Lobby (the former Lounge) in West Hollywood and Privilege (formerly Shelter) in Hollywood. They are also in the process of renovating a lounge in Hollywood that will open in early 2006... .. ..Contacts: Lewis Kay BNC (310) 854-4800 [email protected]
