The Hollywood Radio and Television Society (HRTS) will present "The Hitmakers," a gathering of some of the hottest creators and producers in television today. Moderated by television talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, the panel will provide insight into the creative and business environment within which hit television shows are developed.
Taking part in the panel are Marc Cherry, creator/exec producer of DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES, Ali LeRoi, co-creator/exec producer, EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS, David Shore, creator/exec producer, HOUSE, Meredith Stiehm, creator/exec producer, COLD CASE and Peter Tolan, co-creator/exec producer, RESCUE ME.
The HRTS Newsmaker Luncheon "The Hitmakers" is co-chaired by HRTS Board Members Adam Berkowitz, CAA, Sue Naegle, UTA, Sarah Timberman, 25C Production, Chris Silbermann, BWCS Agency and Carolyn Strauss, HBO.
The event will take place at the Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel, 9500 Wilshire Blvd. Beverly Hills. Refreshment bars open at 12:00 noon; luncheon at 12:30 pm. Tickets are $85 for members and $120 for non-members. Member tables of 10 are $850; tables of 12 are $1,020. Non-member table of 10 are $1,200 and 12 are $1,440. For reservations, call (818) 789-1182, fax (818) 789-1210 or e-mail info@hrts.org.