PRESS RELEASE
NWA CYBERSPACE INVADES WRESTLEFEST ’05 ON SEPTEMBER 24th! STARS OF NWA CYBERSPACE WILL BE ON HAND- SCHEDULED TO APPEAR SO FAR WILL BE CYBERSPACE DIVA TRACI BROOKS, FORMER WWE SUPERSTAR TAMMY “SUNNY” SYTCH & BOBBY ROODE OF TEAM CANADA!
ANDREW “TEST” MARTIN AND D-LO BROWN ADDED TO WRESTLEFEST ’05, THE LARGEST WRESTLING CONVENTION EVER TO HIT NEW YORK. UXW/USA PRO WRESTLING PROMOTER FRANK GOODMAN WILL BE BRINGING THESE FORMER WWE SUPERSTARS TO SIGN AUTOGRAPHS AT A VENDOR’S TABLE (NOT PART OF THE SUPERTICKET).
WIN AN EVENING WITH MISSY HYATT RAFFLE ADDED TO WRESTLEFEST ’05. ONE LUCKY WINNER GETS DINNER ALONE WITH THE FIRST LADY OF WRESTLING. MISSY HYATT ALSO ADDED TO LEGENDS LUNCH. DINE WITH MISSY, TERRY FUNK, JERRY “THE KING” LAWLER, MR. USA TONY ATLAS AND LARRY ZYBYSKO
Website updated at: www.kandswrestlefest.com
August 26, 2005
Huntington Hilton
598 Broad Hollow Road
Melville, NY
Doors open 8AM through 5:30 PM
Contacts:
Ken Pulvidente co-promoter 516-473-4944
wrestlefest05@hotmail.com
Steve Murgalio co-promoter wrestlefest05@hotmail.com
Evan Ginzburg publicist evan_ginzburg@yahoo.com
Website www.kandswrestlefest.com
Just when you thought it couldn’t get any bigger, WrestleFest ’05 adds even more top names as NWA Cyberspace brings in Traci Brooks, Tammy (Sunny) Sytch and Bobby Roode of Team Canada. (Please note that these names are not part of the superticket).
And never before have fans had the opportunity to dine with wrestling legends of this magnitude, but on September 24, 2005 as part of Wrestlefest ’05 at the Huntington Hilton (lunch from 1-2PM) you can meet and eat with Missy Hyatt, Terry Funk, Jerry “The King” Lawler, Mr. USA Tony Atlas and Larry Zybysko. Seating is limited to forty fans with every wrestler seated at a table with ten fans. Tickets only $55. Note: the legends lunch is a separate event not included in any other Wrestlefest ’05 package so reserve your seat now to be part of this. Call Ken at 516-473-4944 or e-mail wrestlefest05@hotmail.com for reservations. Also, a raffle has been added where one lucky winner will dine alone with “The First Lady Of Professional Wrestling”- Missy Hyatt.
Wrestlefest ’05 — never before has such a parade of wrestling legends come to Long Island.
Other Superstar guests include (even more to be announced in weeks ahead!):
Andrew “Test” Martin- This former WWE Intercontinental Champion also has held their Hardcore, European and Tag Team straps. He’s had notable feuds with the entire McMahon clan, as well as HHH, The Rock and all the top headliners. Trained by Bret Hart he is one of the sports’ top young stars and looks forward to meeting his many fans at WrestleFest ’05. Note: Andrew “Test” Martin will be brought in by promoter Frank Goodman and will not be part of the super ticket.
D-Lo Brown-
Also a top international star, having held the WWF Intercontinental and European Heavyweight titles as well as the NWA-TNA World Tag title, he debuted in the WWF as one of the members of Faarooq’s Nation of Domination. D-Lo continues to campaign around the globe. Note: D-Lo Brown will be brought in by promoter Frank Goodman and will not be part of the super ticket.
The Dudley Boyz- Making one of their first post-WWE appearances, these former WWF and ECW champions are one of the most successful tag teams of all time. They’ve had notable feuds with the Hardy Boyz, Edge & Christian, The Undertaker and many other teams and their 3D Dudley Death Drop is a classic maneuver. Don’t miss this rare area autograph appearance and your chance to meet the Dudley Boyz.
Nikita Koloff- As a champion, this legend held such NWA belts as the World Tag Team Title with Ivan Koloff, the U.S. Heavyweight Title, National Heavyweight Title and TV title. As a headliner he feuded with such greats as Ric Flair, Dusty Rhodes, Tully Blanchard and fellow WrestleFest ’05 guest Magnum T.A. with whom he defeated in a classic best-of-seven series. Nikita looks forward to a rare NY appearance at WrestleFest ’05.
Missy Hyatt- As manager of Eddie Gilbert, The Steiner Brothers, Hollywood John Tatum and so many others, Missy Hyatt had notable feuds with Sunshine, Paul E. Dangerously and Madusa. She also co-hosted the UWF syndicated show with Jim Ross and made her mark in ECW, managing both Sandman and Shane Douglas. She makes a rare autograph appearance at WrestleFest ’05.
Jerry “The King” Lawler-
This former AWA champion is considered one of the all-time great wrestling stars and only Elvis was bigger in Memphis. His feud with Andy Kaufman took them to the David Letterman show and he also appeared with Jim Carrey in the Kaufman biopic Man on the Moon. Currently a WWE play by play man, his is a name that transcends professional wrestling.
Terry Funk-
Both an NWA and ECW world champion, Funk’s career has also gone beyond professional wrestling with many movie (including the powerful documentary Beyond the Mat) and TV roles and his recent autobiography. His feuds with Jack Brisco, Dusty Rhodes, Ric Flair, Sabu and so many others are considered legendary. One of wrestling’s most beloved figures, he looks forward to meeting his many Long Island fans at Wrestlefest.
Magnum TA-
One of the best babyfaces ever, Magnum Terry Allen was an NWA mega star with many classic matches with title holder Ric Flair and other top 80s names. Regarded by many at the time as a future NWA world champion, his career was tragically cut short after a devastating car crash. He makes his first New York autograph appearance at Wrestlefest.
The Midnight Express-
The due that made tag teaming an art form, Dennis Condrey and Bobby Eaton had many classic feuds including their encounters with the Rock and Roll Express of Ricky Morton and Robert Gibson. They’ve recently reunited after many years and haven’t lost a step; Condrey and Eaton are looking forward to making a rare New York appearance at Wrestlefest.
Larry Zybysko-
A long-time AWA World Champion, he also was a top WWWF heel, challenging both Bob Backlund and Bruno Sammartino for their respective belts. Zybysko faced his mentor Bruno Sammartino at Shea Stadium in 1980, selling some 40,000 seats in a bout that is still talked about today. One of the best talkers in the business, he is still active on the indie circuit.
Dustin Rhodes-
A star in every promotion he’s ever appeared in, Rhodes probably made his biggest splash as the outrageous Goldust in the WWE. A former WWE Intercontinental champion, hardcore champion and tag champ (with Booker T), he also held gold numerous times in WCW and in regional territories. Rhodes remains a top wrestling star today.
Tony Atlas-
Tony Atlas was a former WWWF Tag team champion with Rocky Johnson and also held the NWA Georgia Tag Team title with both Mr. Wrestling II and Tommy Rich. Atlas actually pinned Hulk Hogan in 1981 in Madison Square Garden and was a professional bodybuilder and former Mr. USA prior to becoming a wrestler. This perennial favorite is still active and looks forward to meeting his many area fans at WrestleFest.
Steve Corino-
The King of Old School and former ECW Champion’s distinguished career has included his AWA World Heavyweight Title victory (defeating Takao Omori on June 11, 2005) and winning the NWA World Heavyweight Title in 2001. A man who has been known to bleed for his art, Corino remains a world traveler and crowd pleaser. Please note that Mr. Corino will not be part of the Super Ticket.
On September 24th from 9AM to 5 PM, 3 former world champions in NWA and ECW Champ Terry Funk and former AWA title holders Larry Zybysko and Jerry “The King” Lawler will be joined at WrestleFest by other great stars such as perennial #1 contender Magnum T.A., the colorful Dustin “Goldust” Rhodes, Tony Atlas, Steve Corino and the team that many historians consider the greatest in history, Dennis Condrey and Bobby Eaton — The Midnight Express.
Over the next few weeks and months, many more names will be added to an ever growing list of historic figures. Keep logging on to www.kandswrestlefest.com for further announcements.
Ticket Information:
General admission- $15
SuperTickets- $125 until July 31 ($150 after July 31). Reserve your SuperTicket today for this low price. Call Ken at 516-473-4944 or e-mail wrestlefest05@hotmail.com
Only 100 SuperTickets will be sold. SuperTicket Includes:
Admission to the show
Part 1 and Part 2 of a 3-hour question and answer session
1 autographed item or photo of each star
1 Polaroid with each star
First on line for autograph session
Commemorative poster of WrestleFest ‘05
Entrance into a raffle to win a commemorative poster autographed by all the stars.
To Order Super Ticket, call Ken at 516-473-4944
Admission and Question/Answer Package- $50
Admission to the show
Part 1 and Part 2 of a 3-hour question and answer session
Commemorative poster of WrestleFest ‘05
Entrance into a raffle to win a commemorative poster autographed by all the stars.
Log onto the website for directions, vendor information (tables only $50 until July 31- $75 afterwards), scheduling information, individual autograph and Polaroid pricing, other available merchandise and further details.
And for those of you who have waited for a New York convention, your wait is now over. Make your plans today to be at an event of unparalled proportions on Long Island- Wrestlefest ’05.
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JOHNNY VALIANT ONE MAN SHOW & MOVIE TOUR & UPCOMING INDIES
August 27, 2005
“An Evening with Johnny Valiant”
Summer Bash 3
Elks Lodge, Boonton, NJ
Contact: Joe Rules
jwarules@aol.com
www.joerules.com
Live Johnny Valiant comedy show followed by live card featuring Joe Rules, Ethan de Sade, Rick Silver, Aerial and many others
Wednesday Sept. 7, 2005
College Booking NY- Closed to public
September 10, 2005
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION
08/26/05
For: Piledriver Pro Wrestling
Contact: (732)254-7299 or info@piledriverpro.com
Julio Dinero has approached PPW’s booking committee
and demanded that he get an opportunity to shut the
mouth of his former co- worker (ECW, NWA- TNA, ECWA,
and many other indy feds) Simon Diamond. This presented
a problem, as Julio has been slated to wrestle King
Kaluha, and Diamond won’t be in attendance for PPW’s
November 26th event in Somerset, NJ at the Garden State
Exhibit Center due to prior commitments.
After deliberations, PPW has decided to give this
rivalry it’s due, and make it a 1 on 1 match to “settle
the score” on September 10, 2005 at Piledriver Pro’s
“Pro USA Tour 2005” at the Bound Brook Elks Lodge
between these two stars who have been on a parallel
course and have worked together and disliked each other
for over 8 years.
This put veteran bad guy King Kaluha in a VERY bad
mood. Kaluha has had his attorney contact PPW’s offices
relentlessly, and after reviewing Kaluha’s contract for
September 10th, PPW has decided that it is within the
parameters of this contract to book King Kaluha against
an opponent of the booking committee’s choosing.
PPW will not comment on the opponent thus far, but has
promised not to disappoint!
This alone is reason enough to attend Piledriver Pro
Wrestling’s inaugural event on September 10, at the
Bound Brook Elks Lodge #1388 305 East 2nd Street Bound
Brook, NJ. But there is more, much more…
Get your VIP Ringside or General Admission Tickets
now…
Also already announced for September 10th: A 7PM
Special “Meet & Greet” Autograph & Picture session with
WWE Hall of Fame Inductee and former WWE Heavyweight
Champion The Iron
Sheik, WWE Hall of Fame Inductee and
former WWE Tag Team Champion and legendary manager
“Luscious” Johnny Valiant, and former WCW Tag Team
Champion and formerly of WWE The Patriot!
These three wrestling Icons will also be joined on the
wrestling show by: The “Mighty Midgets” Little Louie &
King Sleazy, Former WCW Hardcore Champion
“Crowbar” Devon Storm, Kid USA, The Sheik of Baghdad,
Tiger Kahn, “Polynesian Warrior” MANA, Former WCW tag
team The Power Company, The Soul Brothers, Doc Diamond
DMD, Josh Daniels, Rob Eckos, Joe Rules, and much more!
There will be a post- show stand- up comedy act in the
Elks lounge entitled “An Evening with Johnny Valiant”.
Hear “Luscious” Johnny V tell hilarious stories and
jokes based on his many years in wrestling and show
business! Tickets for this event are separate from
wrestling.
Tickets Prices:
VIP Ringside: $20.00
General Admission: $15.00
“An Evening with Johnny Valiant”: $7.00
Tickets can be purchased by mail, by sending a check
or US Postal Money Order
(available at all post office
locations)to: Interstate Promotions LLC
1 Mercer Street South River, NJ 08882
Tickets also available through Paypal. Visit
www.paypal.com, to set up an account. Send Paypal
payments to info@piledriverpro.com
Tickets also available at the Bound Brook Elks Lodge
#1388. Call: (732)868-1653 for lodge hours.
Remaining tickets can be purchased at the door on the
day of the show(1st come, 1st serve,
limited
availability).
Any questions or comments call PPW at: (732)254-7299
or E- Mail: info@piledriverpro.com
For Info visit
us on the web:
www.piledriverpro.com
Just minutes from Routes 287, 22, 78, and the NJ
Turnpike exits 9 & 10.
Part of tickets proceeds to benefit Elks Lodge #1388
E- mail:
info@piledriverpro.com for directions.
card subject to change
PRESS RELEASE- AN EVENING WITH JOHNNY VALIANT MAKES TRIUMPHANT RETURN TO NYC AT THE C-NOTE SUNDAY SEPT. 25th 9PM
An Evening With Johnny Valiant
Sunday September 25th 9:00PM-10:30PM
The C-Note
157 Ave. C (at 10th Street) NYC
Admission $7
Contact:
Evan Ginzburg (manager)
Evan_ginzburg@yahoo.com
As a two-time World Wide Wrestling Federation tag team champion, Johnny Valiant sold out huge arenas worldwide and has many a story to tell. And as an actor, stand-up, and improv artist, he’s worked with the best that show business has to offer.
In “An Evening With Johnny Valiant” the WWF Hall of Famer tells his life story and what a story it is. From appearing in the WWF’s Wrestlemania before 93,000 people to a recurring role on The Sopranos, Johnny has seen and done it all. And On August 21st from 9:00-10:30 Johnny Valiant returns to The C-Note at 157 Ave. C at 10th Street in New York City with Admission only $7.
The media’s raved about Johnny Valiant. The WWE was there to cover his funny and poignant show for Raw Magazine. So don’t miss “An Evening With Johnny Valiant”
Presented by Michael McHugh and New Century Booking.
“He hugs his microphone, peers into the intimately situated crowd and sets sail on a 90-minute one-man show that slices and dices his days as a professional wrestler with animated humor and unexpected sensitivity: fall-out-of-your-seat funny.”
(Kenny Herzog- Long Island Press)
“Stuns like a side piledriver”
(The Village Voice)
“He is funny, prowling the stage and using his graying, 240-pound frame as a comic prop. It’s as if Spalding Gray had, at least for a few minutes, entered the body of Jonathan Winters.”
(Microsoft’s Slate)
“The one-man show serves as a confessional of sorts, an exorcism of the demons one accumulates on the sleeper-hold circuit.”
(Time Out New York)
“a knack for impersonating fellow wrestlers with a suitcase full of funny road stories”
Nick Zainno- Boston Globe
“Johnny Valiant adds excitement to anything he performs in…he brings so much…he is awesome.”
(Billy Merritt of Piledriver– Upright Citizens Brigade Troop)
“Funny Heartwarming, and very, very interesting. You had to be there. I did not see anyone leave the place for even one of those 55 minutes. Riveting- glad I was there.”
(Gary Heiderich WTFO Hotline)
“Johnny was always one of the most outrageous characters as a wrestler. Now, in standup, you don’t want to mess with Johnny.”
(Fred Geobold, WBAI-FM Light Show NYC)
“The people loved Johnny. Congratulations on a memorable evening.”
(Nick Oddo Documentary Filmmaker)
“Johnny Valiant is hilarious and entertaining.”
(Nelson Torres WTF TV NYC)
For more on Johnny Valiant check out: www.wrestlingthenandnow.com,
www.johnnyvaliant.net, and www.valiantbrothersreunion.com.
Transit Information:
The C-Note is located at 157 Avenue C (& 10th Street) in The East Village, Manhattan, NY.
Subway Stops (Then walk to club or short Bus or Cab Ride):
* L Train to First Avenue stop (& 14th Street) [see Buses]
* F train to Second Avenue stop (& E. Houston St.)…use First Avenue exit
* 6 train to Astor Place stop [see Buses]
* L or N train to 8th Street stop [see Buses]
Subway Buses:
* Take a train to 14th Street (or Union Sq.) and then the M14c or M14d bus East on 14th Street to the corner of Avenue C & E10th Street. This bus runs often even late at night.
* Take a train to Astor Pl., 8th Street, or W. 4th Street and then take the M8 cross town bus East on 8th St (or St. Marks Pl.) to Avenue C & E10th Street.
* There’s also The M21 Bus which runs cross town on Houston Street and North on Avenue C (to E10th Street)…but it doesn’t run very often.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 15, 2005 7PM
“The Absolute Truth About Pro Wrestling”
Movie Documentary
Anthology Film Archives NYC.
32 Second Avenue (at Second Street)
Telephone: (212) 505-5181
www.anthologyfilmarchives.org
Meet Johnny Valiant, Director Mark Ezovski, Sky Hosoya & other wrestlers/cast members
Documentary film featuring Luscious Johnny Valiant, Handsome Jimmy Valiant, lady wrestler Sky Hosoya, wrestler Larry Brisco, Evan Ginzburg and many others. Directed by Mark Ezovski.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 29, 2005
Chiller Convention
Sheraton Meadowlands Hotel
E. Rutherford, N. J.
Johnny Valiant autograph signing- other wrestlers include Abdullah the Butcher, Chief Jay Strongbow,Iron Sheik, Nikolai Volkoff w mgr. Nikita Breznikov, Bill Cardille & more.
Saturday – 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
DECEMBER 7, 2005
Film Festival Movie Screening- “Luscious Johnny, The Wrestler”
Director by Nick Oddo
Details TBA
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This E-mailer prepared by Evan Ginzburg. For the best in wrestling history check out:
www.wrestlingthenandnow.com
Wrestling- Then & Now #162 features an interview with Don Curtis/ROH Review/Rare clips from territories and more. Wrestling- Then & Now #163 features an interview with Greg Valentine and Valiant Brothers feature. $2.50 each to Evan Ginzburg PO Box 640471 Oakland Gdns. Station Flushing, NY 11364.
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