In-Game Entertainment

National Anthem | Halftime | Kids Talent Search
Acroback Tumblers | New York Sticks | In-Game Promotions
Contests | Knicks City Dancers | Courtside Celebs
Scoreboard Messages | Knicks City Kids



NATIONAL ANTHEM
VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS

Co-Host of "The Sauce" on the Fuse Network, Jared Cotter, singing the Anthem Video
Is it your dream to open for the New York Knicks and sing the National Anthem on the historic floor of Madison Square Garden in front of a full house of excited fans? Well now's your chance! Send an anthem demo (preferably CD or DVD) to the address below. The demo must be 90 seconds or less to be considered and should be a traditional version only. Demos will not be returned.

Send Demos to:
Attention: Event Presentation Dept.
New York Knicks
2 Penn Plaza – 14th Floor
New York, NY 10121

Interested in presenting colors?
Have your ROTC or Jr. ROTC contact
Lauren Trusty
Event Presentation
(212) 465-6764



HALFTIME PERFORMANCES
Halftime at MSG means eye-popping, exciting entertainment and certainly isn’t a time to leave the seats. Such entertainment includes acrobats, BMX stunt teams, recording artists, dancers, amazing animal tricks, and much more. Visiting Madison Square Garden gives fans a chance to see more than just great basketball, but also creative performances that are fun for the whole family.

Interested in performing? Have a special talent?
Send a VHS or DVD of a past performance. Halftime performances typically last between 4 and 7 minutes.

Send to:
Attention: Event Presentation Dept.
New York Knicks
2 Penn Plaza – 14th Floor
New York, NY 10121




KIDS TALENT SEARCH
VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS

Kids Talent Search: Video
NOTE: No Audio
The Knicks Kids Talent Search is a showcase for undiscovered talent (ages 5-14) in the New York area. This unbelievable opportunity allows singers or musicians to perform in front of thousands of fans and live their performance dream. Three new contestants perform monthly at a select Knicks home game. The competition is now in its seventh year, and participants each compete for educational IRAs.

This could be your chance at stardom. Before being selected as the winner of NBC's "America's Got Talent," Bianca Ryan performed at a Knicks Kids Talent Contest during the '04-'05 season. Other past contestants have appeared in movies, Broadway productions and national kid talent contests.

Congratulations to all of the 2007-08 season's winners!
November '07 - Erin Kelly
December '07 - Alexandria Nudo
January '08 - Lexi Rabadi
February '08 - Tiyonna Stewart

Audition to Perform at Madison Square Garden during Knicks games.
Click here for more information.




KNICKS ACROBACK TUMBLERS
VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS

Knicks Acroback Tumblers: Video 1 | Video 2

The Knicks Acroback Tumblers combine high-flying flips and acrobatics to WOW the crowd everytime they take the floor. Even time-outs offer an opportunity for entertainment. At MSG, the players are not the only ones soaring through the air. With incredible athleticism combined with trampolines and moon boots, The Tumblers put on a performance you must see to believe.

This New York-based group has performed internationally for over ten years, recently performing at the MTV Video Music Awards with P-Diddy and Usher. Check them out at www.acroback.com

Auditions are being held at Chelsea Piers Field House,
Sept. 16, 2008 at 8:30 pm. Click here for more info.


For Booking Information,
Contact Lauren Trusty
New York Knicks
Entertainment Administrator
(212) 465-6764




NEW YORK STICKS
VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS

New York Sticks Drumline : Video
The New York Sticks are a drumline compiled of highly talented young performers hailing from the Brooklyn Music and Arts Program. They were most recently featured in the movie "Dave Chappelle's Block Party" and in the 2007 VH1 Hip Hop Honors commercial. These skilled New York City students perform renditions of the latest popular songs as well as their own amazing beats that always get Knicks fans going!

For Booking Information,
Contact Lauren Trusty
New York Knicks
Entertainment Administrator
212.465.6764



IN-GAME PROMOTIONS
VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS

Tic Tac Toe Video | HSBC Bank Shot: Video

There's never a dull moment when visiting the Garden. Each night there are many promotions to involve and energize the fans. Some of the fan favorite promotions include:

Tic Tac Toe
Be careful Knicks Fans, it's not as easy as it looks! Two fans are selected to play the world's most basic game. Each of the two players will start under a basket and attempt to make a lay-up, grab an X or O from a Knicks City Dancer and place it on the board in a race against each other. Three in a row wins!

HSBC Bank Shot
Can you hit a "three" from downtown? A contestant is selected to shoot three free throws, and if the contestant can make one, he gets the chance to take one three point shot for $10,000. If the fan can bank the shot in, he wins $15,000!

One Pass Lucky Fan Continental OnePass Lucky Fan
Keep your fingers crossed! If you are selected as our Continental OnePass Lucky Fan, you're given 25,000 OnePass Miles courtesy of Continental Airlines. Use your free miles for great Knicks experiences such as a dinner for two with Knicks Alumni, a 2-on-2 game versus Knicks Alumni, a Knicks golf outing, and more! Details at Continental OnePass Auction.com

Continental Lucky Fan Seat Upgrade
Get Upgraded! A lucky fan at select Knicks home games will get their seat upgraded and be escorted to a new, better seat.

Snapple CHEER STIX
Look for the Knicks game night crew dishin' out Snapple Cheer Stix during halftime to select seats on the floor behind the basket. Blow 'em up, bang 'em together, and make noise as you cheer on the Knicks.



SPECIAL SCOREBOARD MESSAGES
Want to wish your friend or family member happy birthday on the big screen at Madison Square Garden? Thinking about popping the question? What better way than in front of thousands of Knick fans at the World's Most Famous Arena.

The New York Knicks provide in-game announcements displayed on our big-screen in-arena boards during halftime for a $100 donation. The request needs to be submitted at least 24 hours prior to game time. Proceeds will benefit the Knicks Garden of Dreams Foundation. Messages subject to approval. Make check(s) payable to: Garden of Dreams Foundation.

If interested, please mail checks to:
Mandy Gutmann
Knicks Community Relations
2 Penn Plaza - 14th Floor
New York, NY 10121
Or, contact her at:
mandy.gutmann@thegarden.com
(212) 465-6394

You can also get your special message or birthday wish through some of our great Group Promotional Packages.



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