As the Artistic Producing Director of the Village Halloween Parade, Jeanne Fleming is at the heart of planning ”New York’s Carnival.” From planning the budget, to working with sponsors, to negotiating with the NYPD, Fleming wears many hats. The Parade has been a New York tradition since its start in 1974, and has grown exponentially in size ever since. It was recently named “The Best Event in the World” for October 31 by Festivals International. The Eye spoke to Fleming about inclusiveness, the various New York characters, and the parade after 9/11.
