Nederlander Organization

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The Nederlander Organization (Detroit, Michigan) founded in 1912 by David T. Nederlander of Detroit, is one of the largest, most experienced operators of live theatre and music in the United States. In addition to its first acquisition, the Detroit Opera House, the organization has grown to include nine Broadway theatres and a growing list theaters across the USA (including a second in Detroit), plus three theaters in London, England.

The popular music attractions presented by Nederlander have included virtually every star from Frank Sinatra and Barbra Streisand and others to pop stars such as Billy Joel, Willie Nelson, Bonnie Raitt, Paul Simon, Celine Dion, Neil Diamond, Barry Manilow, U2, and many more. Amongst the many outdoor amphitheaters and arenas currently operated by Nederlander, are the 6,200-seat Greek Theater leased from the City of Los Angeles, the 19,000-seat Target Center in Minneapolis, the Santa Barbara Bowl and the 20,000-seat Staples Center Arena in Los Angeles.

1 History
2 Venues
- 2.1 National USA
- 2.2 International
3 Notes
4 External links

[edit] History

The Nederlander Organization was founded by David T. Nederlander of Detroit in 1912 with the purchase of a 99-year lease on the Detroit Opera House^[1]. They are now into their third generation of theater development, ownership, management and production.

Generally credited with creating the outdoor amphitheater concept as it is known today, the Nederlanders developed a unique ability to maintain a variety booking approach that responded to varied community interests.

Under the guidance of its chairman, James M. Nederlander, these policies have included a significant effort to produce and present cultural attractions such as the Bolshoi Ballet, the Moiseyev Ballet, the D'Oyly Carte Opera Company, the Georgian State Dance Company, Ballet Folklorico, the Peking Opera and local symphonies. The current president is James L. Nederlander.