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A Conversation with Matt Goldman \u201983, MBA \u201984, L.H.D. \u201915, and Laura Camien<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Join us for a conversation with Matt Goldman \u201983, MBA \u201984, L.H.D. \u201915<\/a>, co-founder of the international phenomenon Blue Man Group<\/a>, owner\/operator\/promotoer of the Astor Palace Theatre in New York, and executive director of The Town Hall \u2014 a national historic landmark venue created by suffragists in 1921 and home to countless musical and cultural milestones \u2014 and Laura Camien<\/a>, former EVP of marketing and communications for Blue Man Group, acclaimed creativity coach, writer, speaker, Broadway producer, and co-founder of The Spark File<\/a> and The Spark File Podcast<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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preregistration recommended <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Together, Goldman and Camien bring a wealth of experience in building and growing creative communities, inspiring innovation, and communicating with authenticity and impact. They will share insights from their groundbreaking work in entertainment, education, and storytelling, and explore how creativity can transform the way we live, work, and connect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The discussion will be followed by an audience Q&A. Whether you are a student, artist, entrepreneur, or lifelong learner, this is a rare opportunity to engage with two remarkable thinkers who have redefined what it means to create with purpose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have any questions please email Advancement Events Director Megan Horvitz<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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