Trafalgar Releasing Celebrates Record-Breaking Year, Announces Strategic Appointments and New Hires to Drive Continued Growth in Global Event Cinema

Trafalgar Releasing announces new marketing leadership after a record-breaking 2024 driven by global content and high event volume
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM ( June 25, 2025 ) -

Trafalgar Releasing, the global leader in event cinema distribution, has announced key marketing leadership appointments and new hires, following a record-setting year for the company in 2024, marked by a diverse slate of globally resonant content and an unprecedented number of events. The revised structure is designed to fuel continued growth through impactful international partnerships and an expanded focus on marketing, industry relationships, and ancillary revenue.

Building on its success as the international distributor for 2023’s blockbuster concert films “Taylor Swift| The Eras Tour” and “Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé,” both in partnership with AMC Theatres Distribution, Trafalgar Releasing sustained its momentum in 2024 with a company-record slate of 57 global events.

Highlights include the 15th-anniversary re-release of Laika’s “Coraline,” which grossed $21 million internationally (ex. US) and outperformed its original 2009 release in several markets; “SUGA?Agust D Tour ‘D-day’ the Movie,” the top-grossing concert film of 2024 with $10.5 million in global revenue; and the Donmar Warehouse’s acclaimed production of “Macbeth,” starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo, which earned over $4 million worldwide. Additional successes included “The Chosen: Last Supper,” which brought in more than $12 million globally (ex. US); the widely acclaimed restoration of “Pink Floyd at Pompeii – MCMLXXII” in partnership with Sony Music Vision, which entered the top ten at the worldwide box office on opening weekend; and the $4.6 million re-release of Daft Punk & Leiji Matsumoto’s “Interstella 5555.”

Paul Dergarabedian, Senior Media Analyst for Comscore, remarked, “Trafalgar Releasing is at the forefront of event cinema, delivering incredible music and limited run events to enthusiastic audiences around the world. The diverse array of content presented by Trafalgar represents not only a commitment to the artists and rightsholders who are able to reach and engage a global fanbase but also delivers real value to cinemas by attracting new customers and driving box office success.”

To position the company for its next stage of growth, Trafalgar Releasing announces several strategic appointments and team expansions:

  • Kymberli Frueh has been elevated to EVP of Content Acquisitions and Programming, where she will continue to strengthen relationships with top-tier artists, producers, and rights holders across acquisitions, including music, film, faith, the arts, and more.
  • Jamie Woglom has been appointed SVP, Marketing & Strategic Partnerships, taking on an expanded remit focused on ancillary revenue generation, including consumer merchandise programs, branded concessions, sponsorship, and strategic brand partnerships.
  • James Merchant now serves as SVP, Marketing & Client Relations, overseeing the company’s global corporate marketing strategy and managing key client relationships worldwide.
  • Gemma Spector joins as Head of Marketing. Spector brings more than two decades of film industry experience, most recently with Modern Films, and will play a key role in leading integrated global marketing campaigns and strengthening Trafalgar’s brand presence.

    • Trafalgar Releasing Chairman, David Lazar, emphasised, “Trafalgar continues to set the benchmark for what’s possible in event cinema. Our record-breaking number of global events in 2024 and a slate that reflected the breadth of our programming underscore the team’s outstanding achievements and reinforce Trafalgar’s position as a trusted leader. These strategic appointments position us to build on that success and continue delivering exceptional experiences for audiences and partners alike.”

    “Trafalgar Releasing has always championed global fandom and the power of shared theatrical experiences,” added Marc Allenby, CEO of Trafalgar Releasing. “With 2024 marking our highest number of events to date, we’re proud of how the team has elevated event cinema worldwide. These new appointments and expanded roles reflect our ongoing commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustained growth as we look ahead to an ambitious 2025 and beyond.”

    Trafalgar’s forthcoming theatrical releases include “The Grateful Dead Movie,” “Hybe Cine Fest in Asia,” & “BTS Army: Forever We Are Young.”

    Trafalgar Releasing is a subsidiary of Trafalgar Entertainment, one of Europe’s fastest-growing live entertainment companies. With a growing international network and a commitment to cinematic innovation, Trafalgar continues to redefine what’s possible at the intersection of live events and theatrical distribution.

    About Trafalgar Releasing
    Trafalgar Releasing is the global leader in event cinema distribution, connecting fans through unforgettable cinematic experiences in over 15,000 theaters across 132 countries. A subsidiary of Trafalgar Entertainment, the company specializes in the production, acquisition, marketing, and worldwide distribution of live and pre-recorded content, led by a global team. Trafalgar Releasing’s diverse slate spans chart-topping concert films and live concert broadcasts, award-winning theatre, acclaimed opera, dance, television, podcasts, and music documentaries—featuring some of the biggest names in entertainment including Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, BTS, Metallica, Pink Floyd, Coldplay, Billie Eilish, The Chosen and the Royal Ballet and Opera. For more information, visit www.trafalgar-releasing.com.