POST EVENT MEDIA RECAP
PRINCE: SIGN O’ THE TIMES
IMAX® NYC SPECIAL SCREENING & AFTERPARTY
TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2025 – NEW YORK CITY
— Screening: AMC Kips Bay 15 IMAX, 570 2nd Avenue, NYC
— Afterparty: Jean’s, 415 Lafayette Street, NYC
Last night, IMAX, Mercury Studios, FilmRise, and Paisley Park Enterprises hosted an exclusive advance screening of the newly remastered concert film, Prince: Sign O’ The Times at the AMC Kips Bay 15 IMAX theatre, ahead of its one-week-only global IMAX release beginning August 29, 2025. The evening kicked off with a purple carpet photo call at the theatre, where attendees posed in front of a vibrant floral step-and-repeat and shared reflections on Prince’s legacy before heading downtown for an afterparty at Jean’s, transformed into a lively Prince-themed celebration.
Notable attendees included Spike Lee, Taye Diggs, Luann de Lesseps, Don Lemon, Dianne Brill, Amir Arison, and Genevieve Gorder, who joined artists and musicians such as members ofInterpol, Eugene Hutz (Gogo Bordello), Blu DeTiger, and Emmett Skye, along with designers and cultural figures in honoring Prince’s artistry. Guests sipped signature purple cocktails while DJs AKU (Florence & The Machine), The Muses, Rex DeTiger, and a surprise live tribute performance kept the energy high well into the night. A Prince-branded limousine, dazzling visuals, and an eclectic crowd set the tone for an unforgettable evening of style, sound, and spectacle—all in tribute to one of music’s greatest icons.
Also in attendance were influential industry figures, including Tommy Silverman, founder of Tommy Boy Records. The night also drew fashion figures such as models Victoria Brito, Mariah Strongin, Designer Timo Weiland, nightlife legends, and influencers including Phillip Bloch, Legendary Damon, and Omar Hernandez, underscoring the broad cultural reach of Prince’s enduring influence.
Spike Lee on the purple carpet at AMC Kips Bay – Don Lemon and Katherine Clark at AMC Kips Bay
Taye Diggs with The Muses inside Jean’s – Luann de Lesseps and friend
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EVENT DETAILS
AMC Kips Bay 15 IMAX Theatre
● Purple carpet photo call with branded IMAX Prince step-and-repeat
● Guests reflected on Prince’s legacy and the impact of Sign O’ The Times
● Atmosphere shots included IMAX lobby visuals and Prince posters
Jean’s Afterparty
● Venue transformed into a Prince-inspired celebration with décor, purple cocktails, and projection displays
● DJs: AKU (Florence & The Machine), The Muses, Rex DeTiger, Venus X
● Live performance by a Prince tribute artist in true Prince style
● Prince-branded vintage limousine parked outside for a photo moment
CONFIRMED VIP ATTENDEES INCLUDED:
● Spike Lee (Director)
● Taye Diggs (Actor)
● Don Lemon (Journalist)
● Luann de Lesseps (TV Personality, Cabaret Singer)
● Dianne Brill (Icon & TV Personality)
● Amir Arison (Actor)
● Genevieve Gorder (Interior Designer & TV Personality)
● Daniel Kessler (Interpol)
● Eugene Hutz (Gogol Bordello)
● Blu DeTiger (Musician)
● Michael Avedon, Bob Gruen, Robert Whittman, Erik Foss, Ez de la Rosa(Photographers & Artists)
● Timo Weiland (Fashion Designer & DJ)
● Yannick Lebrun (Alvin Ailey Principal Dancer)
● The Muses (Musical Duo)
● Venus X (DJ)
● Crystal Moselle (Director)
● Phillip Bloch (Stylist)
● Legendary Damon, Omar Hernandez(Nightlife Influencers)
FILM SYNOPSIS:
Sign O’ The Times is widely celebrated for capturing the artist at his creative peak—blending electrifying concert footage with cinematic storytelling, powerful visuals, and genre-defying sound. Now, enhanced with IMAX’s precision surround sound audio, customized theatre geometry, and crystal-clear images, Prince’s virtuoso performance is set to mesmerize fans old and new in the most epic format available. “Prince – Sign O’ The Times” features some of Prince’s most iconic tracks, including “If I Was Your Girlfriend,” the anthemic title track “Sign O’ The Times,” and “U Got The Look,” Prince’s smash hit duet with Sheena Easton. The film showcases Prince’s unparalleled musicianship, stagecraft, and style, highlighting his timeless impact on music and popular culture.
Director & Star: Prince
Producers: Robert Cavallo, Joseph Ruffalo & Steven Fargnoli
Co-Producer: Simon Fields
Director of Photography: Peter Sinclair
Runtime: 85 Minutes
Rated: PG-13
Release Date: August 29, 2025