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P E R S P E C T I V E | J A N UA RY / F E B R UA RY 2 0 1 7 17 news 21st ANNUAL ART DIRECTORS GUILD EXCELLENCE IN PRODUCTION DESIGN AWARDS by Tom Wilkins and Tom Walsh, ADG Awards Producers On Saturday, February 11, 2017, the ADG Awards return to Hollywood with the annual gala taking place in the Ray Dolby Ballroom at Hollywood & Highland. The Dolby Ballroom is home to the Motion Picture Academy's Governors Ball, and has been the backdrop for an array of Hollywood's elite gatherings and special events. The elegant, art deco-inspired ballroom is a theater in its own right, boasting extensive state-of-the-art lighting and audiovisual capabilities concealed in the 30-foot-high ceiling. The sophisticated design elements support a wide range of events from social galas, fundraising parties, high-profile entertainment programs and distinguished awards shows. We are excited to announce that the Johnny Crawford Orchestra returns this year with live entertainment. Tickets may be purchased online at https://blueroom.formstack.com/forms/adg2017 Or contact Geneva O'Brien of Blue Room at 310.491.1401. IMPORTANT DATES: Monday, December 12, 2016, Online Voting BEGINS for Nominations for Feature Film and Television (Art Directors Only) Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at 5 PM, Online Voting ENDS for All Nominations Nominations Announced, Thursday, January 5, 2017 Monday, January 9, 2017, Online Voting BEGINS for Final Ballots (All Crafts) Thursday, February 9, 2017, at 5 PM, Online Voting ENDS Winners Announced at 21st Annual Awards Banquet, Saturday, February 11, 2017, at the Ray Dolby Ballroom at Hollywood and Highland Above: As shown in this SketchUp ® model by Marco Miehe, the set for this year's awards reflects Hollywood in the form of the 1929 concentric arches on its famous Hollywood Bowl. Production Designer John Iacovelli has designed the set, and the annual event. For more information, contact: DEBBIE PATTON Manager, Awards & Events debbie@artdirectors.org WENDI FLETCHER Assistant, Awards & Events awards@artdirectors.org 818.762.9995