A new documentary, “Ron Delsener Presents,” is set to debut in theaters on May 30. Directed by Jake Sumner, the film delves into the influence and legacy of Ron Delsener, a prominent concert promoter in New York City.
Delsener played a pivotal role in organizing some of the city’s most iconic concerts, including the Beatles at Forest Hills Tennis Stadium, David Bowie at Carnegie Hall, Patti Smith at the Palladium, and Simon & Garfunkel in Central Park.
“Ron Delsener was ubiquitous,” Paul Simon says in the trailer. “New York was his town.”
The film features appearances from artists such as Billy Joel, Jon Bon Jovi, Art Garfunkel, Lenny Kaye, Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Lorne Michaels, Bette Midler, Jimmy Buffett, and Cher.
“Every time you went to New York, you knew you were going to see Ron Delsener,” Bruce Springsteen remarks in the trailer. “This guy is here, he treats us like a king.”
Director Jake Sumner describes the film as more than just a biography. “As I’ve heard it said, to understand the present we should consult the past,” Sumner said in a press release. “Ron Delsener Presents is not just a biography, nor is it purely a historical document. It’s a patchwork of stories and moments, the peaks and valleys of a singular figure, backed up by some other iconic voices from the world of music, and set to some of the greatest live performances of all time.”
For more information on showtimes and tickets, visit the film’s website.
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