Hal Real

President, World Cafe Live

Hal Real is the Founder & President of Real Entertainment Group, Inc. /World Cafe Live.   After establishing himself as a respected real estate attorney, and having created a successful data security firm, in 2001 he formed Real Entertainment Group, Inc. in order to “radically change the landscape for contemporary music audiences and artists.” In October 2004, Mr. Real delivered the first installment of that promise by opening World Cafe Live (WCL), a trailblazing live music venue and restaurant in Philadelphia. WCL shares the historic Hajoca building with revered public radio station WXPN, whose nationally syndicated “World Cafe” radio show inspired the venue’s name and musical philosophy –bringing new music to people and new people to music.

In 2008, WCL helped launch “LiveConnections.Org,” a nonprofit organization aimed at expanding WCL’s community engagement and educational programs.  A gifted musician, outside of his music business interests, Mr. Real is active in other arts, educational and community organizations including the Philadelphia Mayor’s Cultural Advisory Board, a Board member and strategic planning chair of The People’s Light & Theatre Company, and a past chairman of the Main Line Chamber of Commerce. He has been a guest speaker for various business and civic events, and often serves as a guest lecturer at Drexel, Wharton, Temple and other schools.