The cofounder of studio 54 and inventor of boutique hotels explains why he opened his new luxury hotel in one of the most hated parts of new york city katie warren 20190328t15. Oct 16, 2017 the cover of studio 54, published by rizzoli. The next chapter of schragers story centered around a novel concept at the time, the boutique hotel. Recently released to celebrate the 40th anniversary of studio 54, ian schrager presents a spectacular volume bursting with starstudded photographs and personal stories from some of the greatest parties of all time. Oct 03, 2018 theres never been a coherent telling of the studio 54 storylargely because ian schrager, the cofounder, had never spoken at any length about it, the full picture had yet to be seen.
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Ian schrager born july 19, 1946 is an american entrepreneur, hotelier and real estate developer, often associated with cocreating the boutique hotel category of accommodation. Studio 54 cofounder ian schrager captured a similar magic that walt disney did at his 1970s nightclub. From the moment it opened in 1977, studio 54 celebrated spectacle and promised a neverending parade of anything goes. Studio 54 is the one nightclub from the 70s everyone remembers. There has never beenand will never beanother nightclub to rival the sheer glamour, energy, and wild creativity that was studio 54. Studio 54 join us for this lively discussion about the story of studio 54 to celebrate ian schragers book about the iconic 70s club. A history of studio 54, this time told by the quiet partner.
In a new book, studio 54 cofounder ian schrager dives into the history of his infamous new york hotspot. To say that studio 54 was the place to be, may in fact be the understatement of the last four decades. Bob colacello, a special correspondent for vanity fair, was the editor of interview magazine for 12 years and is the author of several books, including. He gained fame as coowner and cofounder, with steve rubell, of nightclub studio 54 in 1977 and then the palladium in 1985. I have followed the history of studio 54 from a vanity fair piece by andy warhol associate bob colacello, a history channel documentary, and other material about the 1970s so it was no surprise id want to read schragers book.
Steve rubell, left, and ian schrager at the club in 1978. Ian schrager to finally open the books on studio 54 schrager, who operated the legendary new york hotspot in partnership with the late steve rubell, has. What happened at studio 54 is still an embarrassment for co. Official site of ian schrager and ian schrager company. Ian schrager talks about the true story of studio 54. While ian schrager the studio 54 cofounderturnedhighend hotelier plans a rizzoli coffeetable book on his iconic disco, another of the clubs owners has written a behindthescenes. Nearly 40 years since its closing, schrager has finally decided to immortalise its outrageous reign in book form. Sep 05, 2017 ian schrager, one of the three coowners, has just put out this volume. Oct, 2018 studio 54 is the one nightclub from the 70s everyone remembers. Oct 11, 2017 studio 54, edited by ian schrager with a foreword by bob colacello, is published by rizzoli books and available for purchase now. To celebrate the nightclubs 40th anniversary this year, cofounder ian schrager looks back. Jan 28, 2019 ian schrager, recognized today as a successful hotelier and real estate developer, first came into the spotlight in the late 1970s with the glamorous new york club studio 54. It was published by rizzoli and has a total of 394 pages in the book.
Studio 54 was the brainchild of ian schrager and the late steve rubell, two guys from brooklyn, new york, who really tapped into the zeitgeist. Ian schrager when we meet i point out to him that many of the people there wouldnt even have been born when he made his name with studio 54 in 1977, with his friend and business partner, steve. After a spell in jail, he reinvented himself as a hip hotel magnate with his most recent build, nycs the public, now open for business. Oct 24, 2018 steve rubell left and ian schrager outside studio 54 in the documentary studio 54. Until recently, studio 54 cofounder ian schrager couldnt bring himself to tell his tell his daughters that hed been locked up for massive tax. Bob colacello, a special correspondent for vanity fair, was the editor of interview magazine for 12 years and is the. Ian schrager to finally open the books on studio 54 schrager, who operated the legendary new york hotspot in partnership with the late steve rubell, has decided that the time is right to put his. I have followed the history of studio 54 from a vanity fair piece by andy warhol associate bob colacello, a history channel documentary, and other material about the 1970s so it was no surprise id want to read schrager s book. Why studio 54 still lives on in our imaginations vanity fair. During its threeyear run, the club attracted celebrities, artists, models, athletes, and musicians. Now, in studio 54, the first official book on the legendary club, coowner ian schrager takes you inside the greatest party of all time with starstudded photographs and personal stories, and. Mar, 2020 in a new exhibition, studio 54 cofounder ian schrager goes back to the late 70s to explore the highs and lows of the celebritypacked hotspot nadja sayej fri mar 2020 12. Ian schrager talks sex drugs and disco in studio 54. Ian schrager, recognized today as a successful hotelier and real estate developer, first came into the spotlight in the late 1970s with the glamorous new york club studio 54.
Oct 05, 2018 a history of studio 54, this time told by the quiet partner steve rubell, left, and ian schrager at the club in 1978. Studio 54 by bob colacello and ian schrager 2017, hardcover. The title of this book is studio 54 and it was written by ian schrager editor, bob colacello foreword. The nightclubs wild parties, like this one on new years eve 1979, made headlines around. Studio 54 by ian schrager meet your next favorite book. The disco playground where sex and glamour reigned.
These photographs, from ian schragers book studio 54 rizzoli, capture a few of them in action. Apr 01, 2020 studio 54 cofounder ian schrager captured a similar magic that walt disney did at his 1970s nightclub. Oct 06, 2018 until recently, studio 54 cofounder ian schrager couldnt bring himself to tell his tell his daughters that hed been locked up for massive tax evasion while running the iconic club and. Lively documentary studio 54 remembers the ultimate disco.
The nightclubs wild parties, like this one on new years eve. In ian schragers new book, studio 54, the club owner pulls back the velvet rope to capture the power, pleasure, and people at the greatest nightclub of all time. Ian schrager studio 54 exclusive ian schrager books. This drunk guy came along with his eyes wide open and said.
Originally, he gained fame as coowner and cofounder of studio 54. Ian schrager was the genius behind studio 54 the greatest nightclub ever to have lived or died. Sep 05, 2017 now, in the first official book on the legendary club, coowner ian schrager presents a spectacular volume brimming with starstudded photographs and personal stories from the greatest party of all time. In a new exhibition, studio 54 cofounder ian schrager goes back to the late 70s to explore the highs and lows of the celebritypacked hotspot nadja sayej fri mar 2020 12. Everyone has a story about ian schrager and steve rubells studio 54, and in this long, entertaining and informationpacked documentary, producerdirector. Now, in the first official book on the legendary club, coowner ian schrager presents a spectacular volume brimming with starstudded. Ian schrager reveals all behind studio 54 wallpaper. Discover one of the most important cultural landmarks of the twentieth century within its pages, a musthave home addition for. The cofounder of studio 54 and inventor of boutique hotels. There has never beenand will never beanother nightclub to rival the sheer gl. Look inside a new photo book that captures the magic of studio 54.
Studio 54 new book vintage photos ian schrager refinery29. Studio 54 night magic by matthew yokobosky waterstones. These photographs, from ian schragers book studio 54 rizzoli, capture a. Lively documentary studio 54 remembers the ultimate. Aug 22, 2017 during its threeyear run, the club attracted celebrities, artists, models, athletes, and musicians. Aug 22, 2017 in ian schragers new book, studio 54, the club owner pulls back the velvet rope to capture the power, pleasure, and people at the greatest nightclub of all time. Theres never been a coherent telling of the studio 54 storylargely because ian schrager, the cofounder, had never spoken at any length about it. A history of studio 54, this time told by the quiet partner steve rubell, left, and ian schrager at the club in 1978. Look inside a new photo book that captures the magic of. For four decades, entrepreneur ian schrager, chairman and chief executive officer of ian schrager company, has achieved international recognition for concepts that have revolutionized both the entertainment and hospitality industries. A history of studio 54, this time told by the quiet partner the. Ian schrager, one of the three coowners, has just put out this volume. Oct 09, 2017 there has never been another nightclub to rival the sheer glamour, energy and creativity that was studio 54.
Everyone has a story about ian schrager and steve rubells studio 54, and in this long, entertaining and informationpacked documentary, producerdirector matt tyrnauer fits more of them into 99. Ian schrager kept his jail time a secret from kids after. The behind the scenes goingson of studio 54, renowned for its writhing dance floor, fabulous guests and legal contretemps, has long been a source of intrigue. What happened at studio 54 is still an embarrassment for. Ian schrager, founder of studio 54, on getting over his embarrassment for doing time for stealing from his famous disco. Photo courtesy of martha cooper new years eve party, december 31. Ian schrager, the former coowner of studio 54, collects photographs and stories from the nightclubs heyday in the late 1970s and 80s in this glitzy, celebrityfilled coffeetable book that will fill any giftee with awe and nostalgia. Ian schrager lifts the curtain on the bacchanal studio 54 years. Ian schrager talks about the true story of studio 54 matt. To celebrate the nightclubs 40th anniversary this year, cofounder ian schrager looks back to the studio s history with a new coffee table book, out now, and an upcoming documentary to be released at the end of the year. From the moment it opened in 1977, studio 54 celebrated. At his beach house in the hamptons, the king of clubs talks to harry shukman about long nights, dark days and bright ideas.
Photofestzeitgeist films within the 800page expanse of the andy warhol diaries, a. To celebrate his first official book about the seminal 70s nightclub, cofounder ian schrager will be discussing this cultural zeitgeist with magazine editor paul flynn. Studio 54 by matthew yokobosky 9780847843442 booktopia. Now, in the first official book on the legendary club, coowner ian schrager presents a spectacular volume brimming with starstudded photographs and personal stories from the greatest party of all time. Schrager was working on a photo book chronicling the studio 54 years, he. When you consider the nightspots legacy, its a wonder it lasted just 30 months. To celebrate the nightclubs 40th anniversary this year, co.
Studio 54 by ian schrager, bob colacello 9780847843442. Now, in the first official book on the legendary club, coowner ian schrager presents a spectacular volume brimming with starstudded photographs and personal. Jul 22, 2017 now, in studio 54, the first official book on the legendary club, coowner ian schrager takes you inside the greatest party of all time with starstudded photographs and personal stories, and. Studio 54 founder pens book about clubs dark side page six. Studio 54, edited by ian schrager with a foreword by bob colacello, is published by rizzoli books and available for purchase now. To celebrate the nightclubs 40th anniversary this year, cofounder ian schrager looks back to the studios history with a new coffee table book, out now, and an upcoming documentary to be released at the end of the year. For most of his life, though, cofounder ian schrager has wanted to forget it.