The O2 has suffered extensive damage as a result of Storm Eunice, which tore through parts of the UK today (Friday). Panels on top of the famous dome venue in East London have been ripped off, leaving a substantial hole in its roof. A spokesperson for the O2 said in a statement: “Due to today’s …
A boost for German events as restrictions set to ease
Germany is set to ease its coronavirus restrictions, with next month bringing good news for events and nightclubs. From March 4, the maximum permitted size for outdoor events will be increased to 25,000. Nightclubs will also reopen, but only for those that have received all three doses of the vaccine against COVID-19, or two doses …
Cuffe and Taylor pens deal with historic Yorkshire venue
Promoters Cuffe and Taylor have signed a deal to programme live music events at The Piece Hall (pictured) in Halifax, Yorkshire. Cuffe and Taylor are part of global entertainment company, Live Nation Entertainment, and have agreed the five-year deal to co-promote headline shows at the venue. The Piece Hall was originally opened in 1779 for …
Northampton Saints signs new ticketing services provider
Northampton Saints and Ticketmaster Sport have announced that the ticketing company is to become the rugby union club’s new ticketing services provider. Ticketmaster will provide sports ticketing technology solutions for Northampton Saints, with supporters able to take advantage of the new and improved website to purchase tickets. Laura Tringham, Northampton Saints’ head of marketing and …
Oak View Group secures financing deal for Co-op Live
Oak View Group has recently closed and funded debt financing to fund the construction of Manchester’s Co-op Live venue. The global venue development, advisory and investment company is working alongside Manchester City Football Group (CFG) as an equal joint venture partner, as the new venue is based on its Etihad Campus. The new 23,500-seat arena …
ASM Global and ILMC link up to expand bursary scheme
Venue and event management company ASM Global and the International Live Music Conference (ILMC) have announced a new partnership. The collaboration hopes to expand the ILMC’s Alia Dann Swift Bursary Scheme, which helps to promote and encourage the next generation of young executive talent. It will be supported by ASM Global’s corporate social responsibility platform, …
C3 Presents and Live Nation acquire intimate Stubb’s venue
Stubb’s, a 2,500-capacity venue in Austin, Texas, has been acquired by concert promoter C3 Presents and its parent company, Live Nation. The new owners plan to renovate the outdoor music venue, which also incorporates a BBQ restaurant. C3 Presents and Live Nation completed the deal at the end of last year, and not only includes …
Justin Bieber uses world tour to incite change
Justin Bieber is hoping to use his Justice World Tour to aid the fight on climate change, criminal justice reform and voter registration. The Canadian artist is working with Propeller, a platform that allows users to gain points to support various causes, such as the environment, democracy and LGBTQ+ rights. The platform essentially rewards fans …
Royal Albert Hall’s £3m Grand Tier Box evades buyer
How much would you pay to have a permanent seat at an historic London venue, a stone’s throw from the Royal Family’s box, to enjoy some of the world’s greatest productions? Clearly, the almost-£3m ($4m/€3.5m) asking price for a ‘magnificent 12-seat Grand Tier box’ at the Royal Albert Hall is too much, as it has …
MotoGP introduces new premier hospitality platform
MotoGP has introduced a new premier hospitality platform that will provide exclusive packages and experiences, in partnership with QuintEvents. Dorna Sports, which is the commercial rights holder for the sport, announced the launch of MotoGP Premier, alongside sports and events ticketing and packages company, QuintEvents. The five-year deal will run between 2022-2026 and witness the …