“In my 25 year career in the media, I received thousands of pitches, via email, phone, video and other methods too bizarre to relate. But I knew when I saw the name ‘Shehori’ attached to one, that I could count on certain things being guaranteed. It would be interesting, it would be witty, it would be worth my time and it would be positioned in a way that managed to be simultaneously persuasive yet unintrusive. The Shehori Brothers are highly respected in the industry as publicists & writers/producers of live theater and television. And in addition to working with established artists, they take a lot of time to help up-and-comers with their careers. Besides being talented, they’re generous as well, which I find a rare combination in this business.”
Richard Ouzounian – Writer/Director, Theater Critic: Variety and The Toronto Star
“The Shehoris have the business and art of comedy in their blood. They are devoted advocates of young aspiring comedians, writers and actors, and they have the innate ability to understand what it takes to promote, produce and develop a career in the entertainment biz. They have done an extraordinary job publicizing the Second City and the 8-year run of the Tim Sims Theater.”
Andrew Alexander – Proprietor & Executive Producer of The Second City
“The Shehoris’ indefatigableness and ultimate optimism should both inspire and allow countless innovators and industry professionals to feel like somebody gets it.”
Kenny Herzog – Rolling Stone, Vulture
“The Shehori brothers are tireless, knowledgeable and above all universally respected in the Canadian entertainment industry. Having them in your corner gives you a lot better chance of surviving the ridiculously tough battle that is Canadian show business.”
Steve Patterson – Host of CBC’S The Debaters
“Over the past 5 years the Canadian Comedy Awards has had the pleasure of working with Steven Shehori. From assisting in PR and media launches to the planning of live events, and of course serving on committees due to his reputation as a top-flight live show producer and comedy writer; working with him has not only been professionally rewarding but a great experience.”
Tim Progosh – Founder: The Canadian Comedy Awards
“Steven Shehori has an exceptional grasp of the industry and have always steered my company in the right direction. I’ve had him work on a number of productions for me, including shows for Louis C.K. (which was voted top show in Toronto in 2008), as well as Paula Poundstone and Debra Digiovanni. He is the link between selling out and not.”
Jake Labow – Independent Producer, formerly with Brillstein Entertainment Partners
“Steven Shehori taught us so much about comedy event production and promotion! Laughing Like Crazy, our signature comedy fundraiser has been a huge success – 5 years running. We owe much of that success to the direction and guidance of Steven.”
Ellen Ostofsky – Director of Fundraising & Special Projects: Mood Disorders Association of Ontario