New York Schedule of Events:

• 12 – 1pm

  Broadway Stage

  Million Dollar Quartet performs

  Main Stage

  Kristin van Ogtrop and fashion icon Norma Kamali

  Lifestyle

  Alicia Weihl of Physique 57

• 1 – 2pm

  Broadway Stage

  Hair performs

  Main Stage

  Kristin van Ogtrop, celebrity chef David Burke, and financial author Farnoosh Torabi

  Entertaining

  Marcy Blum, expert and author

• 2 – 3pm

  Broadway Stage

  In the Heights performs

  Main Stage

  Kristin van Ogtrop and beauty pioneer Jane Iredale

  Real Simple Kitchen

  Allie Lewis Clapp, food editor

  Entertaining

  Brad John and John Sencion of Flight 001

• 3 – 4pm

  Broadway Stage

  West Side Story performs

  Main Stage

  Kristin van Ogtrop, designer Ginny Hilfiger, and celebrity hair stylist Sally Hershberger

  Real Simple Kitchen

  Allie Lewis Clapp, food editor

  Lifestyle

  Dr. Susan Love, author and breast-cancer advocate

• 4 – 5pm

  Broadway Stage

  Next to Normal performs

  Entertaining

  Erin Doland from Unclutterer.com

  Main Stage

  Sally Hershberger and Kristin van Ogtrop

  Real Simple Kitchen

  Chef Stefan Bahu of Métrazur

• 5 – 6pm

  Broadway Stage

  Rock of Ages performs

  Main Stage

  Kristin van Ogtrop and LX New York TV host Sara Gore

  Entertaining

  Belinda Chang, master sommelier of The Modern

  Lifestyle

  Elizabeth Graves, health editor

• 6 – 7pm

  Broadway Stage

  Mamma Mia! Performs

  Main Stage

  Kristin van Ogtrop and designer Tracy Reese

Special performances include:

Check back soon for updated information!

PJ Acosta

Designer/Producer, Studio AG
CHICAGO

As an Events Designer at Studio AG, home décor and design expert PJ Acosta perfects everything including flowers, lighting, table arrangements, and art installations in order to create the most glamorous atmosphere for Chicago's hottest tastemakers. His design advice has recently been featured in publications such as Michigan Avenue Magazine and The Chicago Tribune.

Stefan Bahr

Chef de Cuisine, Métrazur
NEW YORK

The son of a fruit importer in his native Austria, Stefan's world has always revolved around fresh and seasonal ingredients. Following a formal culinary apprenticeship at age 13, his continuing education took him to Switzerland, Swaziland, England, and South Africa before he landed in the NYC kitchens of Palio, Cité, and Arizona 206. He currently serves as Chef de Cuisine at Grand Central's Métrazur, where his signature dish is a "Ten Hour" Veal Pappardelle.

Marcy Blum

Event Planner and Author
NEW YORK

Marcy Blum is renowned worldwide for her distinctive merging of theater, cuisine, and décor into events that stimulate the senses. Her portfolio includes the wedding of Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick, marketing events for Comedy Central, and the 50th birthday party for Donny Deutsch. In addition to co-authoring both Wedding Planning for Dummies and Wedding Kit for Dummies, she's written about food and entertaining for InStyle Weddings, Town & Country, Modern Bride, and more. You may also recognize her as a guest on Oprah, Live with Regis and Kelly, and Good Morning America, among others.

David Burke

Celebrity Chef/Restaurateur
NEW YORK

David is considered one of the leading pioneers in American cooking today. After serving as executive chef at New York's River Café and opening the Park Avenue Café in 1992, he went on to launch a restaurant collection that includes David Burke at Bloomingdale's, David Burke Prime at Foxwoods Resort & Casino, and David Burke Las Vegas. As the man behind culinary innovations such as GourmetPops™ ready-to-serve cocktail lollipops, it's no wonder he's recently been inducted into the "Who's Who of Food & Beverage in America" by the James Beard Foundation, and been given the "Contribution to American Cuisine Award" at the 2009 Star Chefs Congress.

Radhika Desai

Chef/Reality Show Contestant
CHICAGO

A first-generation Indian in America, Radhika grew up combining culinary diversity with a passion for food. After receiving her culinary degree from The Cooking and Hospitality Institute of Chicago, she worked her way up the ladder from line cook to executive chef, and most recently appeared on television as a contender in Season Five of Bravo's Top Chef. The recipient of a critic's choice award from Timeout's 2008 Eat Out Awards, Radhika currently has both an autobiographical cookbook and a restaurant in the works.

Erin Doland

Editor-in-Chief, Unclutterer.com
NEW YORK

Moving to an 850-sq. foot living space with her husband quickly transformed Erin from a nostalgic pack rat to a fanatical minimalist. She maintains her devotion to a simple lifestyle through the belief in buying quality over quantity, and experience has shown her that a clean, uncluttered home is an essential component for a less-stressed life.

Sara Gore

LX New York TV Host
NEW YORK

In addition to a regular stint on NBC's Today Show, Sara can be seen on Big Apple favorites OpenHouse NYC, a weekly look at real estate and design trends, and LX New York, where she gets cooking with some of the country's most in-demand chefs and restaurateurs. She is also on the entertainment council for Feeding America, the nation's largest domestic hunger-relief charity.

Jillian Harris

Interior Designer
CHICAGO

You may recognize Jillian from her recent televised adventures on ABC's The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, but her creativity and personality have been bringing restaurants to life in her native Canada for the past six years. Inspired by the juxtaposition of contrasting elements such as country vs. city and classic vs. the absurd, Jillian's handiwork can be found in well-known casual fine dining establishments throughout the Vancouver area.

Sally Hershberger

Celebrity Hair Stylist
NEW YORK

Sally's trendsetting vision and extraordinary skill has made her one of the most influential and sought-after hairstylists across the globe, and the personal favorite of heavyweights in film, fashion, and photography. In addition to maintaining salons in New York and Los Angeles, her entrepreneurial role has recently extended to include a self-titled hair care line, and a soon-to-be launched SALON collection that will be available exclusively on HSN and HSN.com.

Ginny Hilfiger

Designer
NEW YORK

As a working mother in the city that never sleeps, Ginny has mastered the art of dressing elegant, simple, and modern in record time. An FIT graduate, Tommy's youngest sister has made a name for herself building the Tommy Hilfiger brand for women and later, launching her first women's wear collection at Bergdorf Goodman. Her designs are currently available at Neiman Marcus, private trunk shows, and Ginnyh.com.

Jane Iredale

Beauty Pioneer
CHICAGO & NEW YORK

Before forming her eponymous cosmetics company in 1994, Jane Iredale worked as a casting director, an Emmy-winning writer, and a producer for PBS and HBO. This unique, first-hand look at women whose careers depended on a clear complexion inspired her to develop a makeup line that could actually improve the health of your skin. Collaboration with world-renowned plastic surgeons and dermatologists helped her become the first in the beauty industry to offer a full mineral-based makeup line, and as president and founder of Iredale Mineral Cosmetics, she tours the world lecturing the benefits of her brand.

Brad John and John Sencion

Founders, FLIGHT001
CHICAGO & NEW YORK

FLIGHT001 was conceived — where else? — in the air by John and Brad, two business travelers who had spent far too much time preparing for their journey. They envisioned a store that made travel shopping as streamlined as flight itself, with the result being every jet setter's dream: an all-inclusive, design-forward retail experience that satisfies the modern traveler's every need.

Rachael Johnson

Sommelier, The James Hotel and David Burke's Primehouse
CHICAGO

A BFA in Theatre, NYC restaurant experience, and an adventure in South Africa's Stellenbosch region all helped Rachael recognize her passion for wine, which was formally acknowledged by the Court of Master Sommeliers in 2008. She has studied and worked with notables such as Chef Didier Virot of AIX, M.S. Greg Harrington of Gramercy Cellars, and M.S. Laura Maniec of B.R. Guest Restaurants, and currently serves as the Sommelier for Chicago's James Hotel and David Burke's Primehouse.

Norma Kamali

Designer
NEW YORK

Timeless style is the definition of modern fashion for Norma Kamali, the much-lauded innovator behind the classic quilted "sleeping bag coat," the versatility of poly and cotton jersey, and some of the most popular swimwear collections to date. Since her first collection in 1974, the Fashion Hall of Famer has expanded her area of interest to include products in the fitness, health, and beauty categories; she's also partnered with mass retailers such as Everlast, Spiegel, and most recently, Walmart.

Jim Karas

Celebrity Weight Loss Expert
CHICAGO

With a degree from the Wharton School of Business and more than 23 years of unparalleled success as a weight loss and fitness professional, Jim's results-driven background and inspiring personality make him the go-to expert in his field. As fitness contributor on ABC's Good Morning America, he helped co-host Diane Sawyer lose 25 pounds; he can also be seen regularly on The View and Fox News. Jim writes for countless national publications in addition to penning three New York Times bestsellers.

Matt Lorenz

Interior designer/Reality Show Contestant
CHICAGO

After winning season one of Bravo's Top Design, Matt opened ML Design Studio in Chicago, which specializes in high-end interior design and interior architecture. His eye for luxury detailing and sophisticated, confident style has made him one of the city's most sought-after design experts. He has received the Merchandise Mart's "One to Watch" award and was named one of the 28 world's best young talents by Metropolitan Home Magazine.

Dr. Susan Love, M.D.

Author and Breast Cancer Advocate
NEW YORK

Dr. Love is one of the "founding mothers" of the breast cancer advocacy movement, President of the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation, and co-founder of BeWell.com. In addition to writing what is recognized as the "bible" on Breast Cancer, Dr. Susan Love's Breast Book, she has recently co-authored Live a Little with Dr. Alice Domar. Dr. Love has also helped further the cause by launching "Army of Women" with the Avon Foundation on October 1, 2008.

Lou Manfredini

Mr. Fix-it, WGN Radio
CHICAGO & NEW YORK

Hardware-store owner, five-time author, and media personality Lou Manfredini is a true Chicago success story. Fifteen years after his idea for a call-in home improvement radio show made it to the air, Ask Mr. Fix-It is still number one in its time slot; he's also gone on to share his expertise as host and co-producer of the nationally syndicated "HouseSmarts" segments for TV and radio, and as the home improvement contributor for NBC's Today Show and NBC 5's morning show in Chicago.

Susanna Negovan

Editor-in-Chief, Michigan Avenue
CHICAGO

Before taking the helm of Chicago's favorite magazine, Susanna penned the popular column "Susanna's Night Out" in the Chicago Sun-Times for nearly eight years. With her finger on the pulse of the city, it's no surprise that she's sought after as a trend and style expert for various television appearances (a medium that runs in the family — she's married to WGN-TV anchor/reporter Tom Negovan).

Jackie Newgent

Dietitian/Culinary Expert and Author
NEW YORK

The author of the award-winning All-Natural Diabetes Cookbook, the new Big Green Cookbook, and Glamour magazine's "Eat...More!" column can also be seen on popular shows such as Good Morning America, Lifetime Live, Food Network's Follow That Food, and Emeril Green on Discovery's Planet Green network. She is a routine guest speaker at major industry events including the American Dietetic Association's (ADA) Food & Nutrition Conference and Expo, and currently serves as a recreational culinary instructor at The Institute of Culinary Education, where she has been teaching for more than 10 years.

Tracy Reese

Designer
CHICAGO & NEW YORK

Over the past decade, Tracy Reese has made a name for herself with ultra-feminine pieces layered with intelligent nostalgia, charm, and luxury. Her Tracy Reese and plenty by Tracy Reese brands have expanded to include footwear, handbags, and belts, as well as a home collection, plus a new line of frock! occasion dresses that easily transition from day to evening. You can spot Reese's signature designs on the likes of Beyonce, Alicia Keys, Carrie Underwood, Emma Roberts, Vanessa Hudgens, Katy Perry, and most recently, First Lady Michelle Obama.

Farnoosh Torabi

Journalist and Author
NEW YORK

Farnoosh's personal finance advice — lauded by The New York Times as "perfectly practical" — has been profiled in national magazines and newspapers including Money and The New York Daily News, and has won her guest appearances on NBC's Today Show, MSNBC, The View, Good Morning America, and Fox News. She is the author of the book for young adults, You're So Money — Live Rich Even When You're Not. Farnoosh has worked with Bank of America since 2008 as an ambassador for financial literacy, traveling across the country to educate college students about money management.

Mario Tricoci

Beauty Innovator
CHICAGO

More than 30 years ago, an Italian-born beauty visionary named Mario Tricoci opened the first privately owned salon in a major U.S. shopping mall. By 1986, he had gone on to launch the first Day Spa in the Midwest. Today, Mario Tricoci operates 19 salons and spas throughout Chicagoland and Kansas, and his globally recognized name is synonymous with the latest hair trends and the most luxurious spa and salon services.

Alicia Weihl

Instructor, Physique 57
NEW YORK

After dancing with ballet and modern companies including the Metropolitan Opera Ballet and the NY Grand Opera, Alicia was the dance captain and a solo vocalist in the French musical Le Sel et le Miel. She has recently returned to New York City from London, where she was featured in a variety of stage, film, television, and fashion shows. Alicia has taught ballet and modern dance, has assisted and demonstrated for the director of the American Academy of Ballet, and is certified with the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America.

Ashley C. Wheater

Artistic Director, The Joffrey Ballet
CHICAGO

After training at England's Royal Ballet School, Ashley Wheater's dancing career includes stints with the London Festival Ballet, the Australian Ballet, The Joffrey Ballet, and the San Francisco Ballet — where he was appointed ballet master, and later, assistant to the artistic director upon retirement. Since 2007, he has served as artistic director of The Joffrey Ballet, where he is credited with bringing world-class and up-and-coming choreographers to create for the company and adding the new full-length Othello to the repertoire.

Ginger Zee

Reporter, NBC5 Chicago
Chicago

After graduating Valparaiso University with a BS in Meteorology, Ginger took her passion for weather to Michigan before landing at NBC5 in Chicago, where she delivers the forecast on the weekends and the "Green is Universal" environmental report on Thursday's 6pm newscast. The proud two-time Regional Emmy award winner for Best Weathercast also makes time for the classroom, serving as an Adjunct Professor at her college alma mater and appearing in schools in and around the Chicago area.

Kelli Zink

Host, CelebTV.com
CHICAGO

As host for CelebTV.com, Kelli covers the day's biggest celebrity stories and serves as a regular contributor on top news and entertainment networks including CNN, HLN, FOX News, MSNBC, and TV Guide Network. She lends health and fitness advice to CheekyChicago.com as their weekly "health freak," and emcees charity events in her spare time. Prior to joining CelebTV.com, Kelli served as a producer for the NFL Network and was the winning contestant on the ESPN reality program Beg, Borrow & Deal.

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