Press Release Samples

Hurricane Ian Benefit Concert Press Release
Excerpt: Sarasota Orchestra and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall announce a special concert with proceeds to benefit Hurricane Ian recovery efforts. The performance will be held this Friday, October 7, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Link to full press release.

Van Wezel 2022-2023 Subscription Series Announcement Release
Excerpt: The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is excited to announce the 2022-2023 Season Subscription Series, featuring a spectacular array of Broadway productions, Dance performances and Subscriber Specials. Link to full press release.

National Walkathon Day 2021 Press Release
Excerpt: This year, the annual Southeastern Guide Dogs Walkathon is getting bigger and better by unleashing the traditional event, taking it to the streets and all 50 states with National Walkathon Day. Participants are invited to walk throughout neighborhoods, host a bake sale, run a dog washing event, or any other experience to help share Southeastern Guide Dogs’ mission through the power of social media. National Walkathon Day takes place on May 1, and everyone is encouraged to participate in their own way. Register now by visiting GuideDogs.org/walkathon. Link to full press release.

Canine Aquatic Center Press Release
Excerpt: The dog days of summer may be coming to an end, but the dogs at Southeastern Guide Dogs get to enjoy summer fun all year long at the Stephen and Marcia Miner Canine Aquatic Center. The pool is part of the elite Canine Fitness Program designed to strengthen muscles and increase stamina, so working dogs maintain a peak level of health. Link to full press release.

Marvel Universe LIVE! Backgrounder
Excerpt: Marvel Universe LIVE! brings excitement, thrills and drama to families across the country as their favorite Super Heroes take on notorious and scheming villains in this new, action-packed arena stunt show. For the first time in a live arena experience, the Guardians of the Galaxy join the epic adventure that pits good versus evil, joining Spider-Man, Iron Man, Captain America, Thor and Black Panther to face off against Loki as they race to recover the Wand of Watoomb, an artifact with mystical forces so strong that it allows the holder to rule or annihilate the universe. Link to full backgrounder.

Disney On Ice presents Mickey & Friends Announcement Press Release
Excerpt: Grab your mouse ears and get ready for a worldwide party commemorating 90 years of Mickey Mouse as Disney On Ice celebrates Mickey and Friends. Produced by Feld Entertainment Inc., this production honors Walt Disney’s legacy by bringing acclaimed stories like Moana and Toy Story to life on the ice. Tickets are on sale now. Link to full press release.

KidsRead2Kids Press Release
Excerpt: Founded by dyslexic and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) siblings, the non-profit KidsRead2Kids inspires children to find excitement in reading by offering tools and resources to the struggling reader. Through free video-audio books and a vast variety of online resources, KidsRead2Kids aims to build self-esteem and confidence of kids of all ages and reading levels. Link to full press release.

Previously Owned by a Gay Man Press Release
Excerpt: Gay men are known to be impeccably dressed and techie trendsetters. Their homes and closets are overflowing with the newest gadgets, fabulous fashions and unique furnishings. But what happens to these items when theyʼre no longer needed or their owners decide to downsize in a move? They get listed on the newest e-commerce consignment site, Previously Owned by a Gay Man. Link to full press release.