The 38th Annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks® Light Up Independence Day with the Nation’s Largest Pyrotechnic Display
June 10 2014 - 11:15AM
Business Wire
Macy’s Multi-Dimensional, Pyro-Kinetic
Spectacle Will Be Launched from the World-Famous Brooklyn Bridge
and from Barges on the Lower East River in New York City
- In celebration of the 200th
Anniversary of “The Star Spangled Banner” a spectacular new
recording of the anthem performed by Broadway Superstar Idina
Menzel will be featured in the score and will be available as a
free download on macys.com/fireworks -
On Friday, July 4th, a national historic landmark will set a
dramatic stage for dazzling pyrotechnics as the 38th Annual Macy’s
4th of July Fireworks® ignite the sky over New York City – Live
from the Brooklyn Bridge. 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 barges positioned
on the lower East River and from the world-famous Brooklyn
Bridge.
“Macy’s 4th 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 4th of July
Fireworks. “This year, we are thrilled to incorporate the
magnificent Brooklyn Bridge as a showcase for never-before-seen
effects and as a stunning backdrop to the multi-dimensional,
hyperkinetic experience of the nation’s best Independence Day
fireworks display.”
Against the iconic New York City skyline, the 38th annual Macy’s
4th of July Fireworks will fire more than 40,000 pyrotechnic shells
and effects during an expertly synchronized display. Pyro
Spectaculars by Souza is once again at the helm of the pyrotechnics
set to launch from the Brooklyn Bridge and from three barges
positioned on the lower East River between the Manhattan and
Brooklyn Bridges heading south towards the historic South Street
Seaport district and the shores of Brooklyn’s famed piers and
promenade.
Beginning with the score, the musical blueprint to the
high-flying explosions will be a patriotic wonder. The 25-minute
display will be choreographed to dynamic new arrangements of both
classic patriotic favorites and new musical selections. From “God
Bless America” to “This Land Is Your Land,” the score will feature
the talents of the all-female musicians of The DIVA Jazz Orchestra;
with vocal artistry featuring Tony Award® winner Billy Porter
helming the new song “It’s a Patriotic Kind of Day;” the
world-famous Charlie Daniels Band on the patriotic “My Home;” and
the acclaimed vocal ensemble Judith Clurman’s Essential Voices USA
putting their special touch on “America the Beautiful.” In honor of
the 200th anniversary of “The Star Spangled Banner,” Broadway
superstar and Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel will inspire the
entire nation with her heartfelt rendition of the National Anthem.
As a special fan treat, Menzel’s spectacular version of “The Star
Spangled Banner” will be available as a free, limited-time download
from June 14 – July 5 on macys.com/fireworks.
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 more intricate and
advanced creative presentation on the Bridge will accentuate a
jam-packed show of stunning effects.
Amy Kule added, “We’ve had our eyes 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
launch a series of custom effects at various featured points during
the 25-minute show that will delight millions of spectators as this
quintessential New York icon joins the 4th of July party.”
From a rapid-fire comet chase along the roadways and towers to a
stunning rainbow cascade effect, the highlighted moments of the
Brooklyn Bridge’s integration into the show will enhance the
dynamic multi-angle, multi-dimensional fireworks presentation along
the lower East River. With 5,000 custom-made effects among others
emanating from the Bridge at various points during the display, the
presentation ranges from special accent moments to full-scale
Bridge solos, creating a spectacle fit for the record books. The
38th annual display which begins at approximately 9:20 p.m., will
also debut new shells and effects including a red serpent star
fish, puffy snowballs with red and blue centers, and amber-colored
glitter shells. 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.
Macy’s explosive spectacle is made possible in part by Cracker
Jack®, FYI™ Network, The Howard Hughes Corporation’s South Street
Seaport, Kool-Aid®, Planters®, South Street Seaport Museum, and is
presented in partnership with the City of New York.
Fans joining the revelry in person along viewing points on the
water will be in for extra special treats as the fun begins with
two rumbling flyovers from United States Navy F-18 jets at
approximately 7:30 p.m. and a patriotic flight from the NYPD
Helicopter unit at approximately 7:45 p.m.. In addition, the FDNY
will return with their famed 4th of July water show beginning at 8
p.m. Public viewing locations and dedicated entry points will be
set up along various streets in the South Street Seaport historic
district for FDR Drive viewing in lower Manhattan and from various
streets in Brooklyn for access to Brooklyn Bridge Park Piers 1-6,
as well as the Brooklyn Heights Promenade.
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 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular” at 8 p.m. ET (check
local listings). In addition to the pyrotechnics, the 4th of July’s
most popular entertainment special will be hosted by Nick Cannon
and feature performances from Ariana Grande, Hunter Hayes, Miranda
Lambert, Lionel Ritchie, and more of the nation’s hottest musical
acts.
For more information on the 38th annual Macy’s 4th of July
Fireworks including detailed public viewing entry points and
spectator tips, please visit www.macys.com/fireworks or call the
Macy’s Fireworks Hotline at (212) 494-4495. For marine viewing
information please call 212-494-5243.
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