UK Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng revealed a ‘mini-budget’ today that outlined a series of tax cuts, however members of the creative and entertainment sector feel the support is not enough. While the basic rate of income tax has been cut, the 45% top rate of tax for higher earners has been abolished, and an increase in …
Easol launches new financing solution for festival and event organisers
Travel and experience commerce technology company Easol is launching Easol Capital, a new financing solution tailor-made for festival organisers. Sourcing capital can often be difficult for small-medium enterprises (SMEs) in the events and travel industries, as traditional finance providers continue to be reluctant when it comes to offering loans after the pandemic. The current cost …
Creativity is just the ticket
The opening ceremony to celebrate Leeds’ year of culture in 2023 has an interesting way of securing a ticket, while promoting creativity. The stadium concert will be free but only those who submit an artistic creation of any kind with their ticket application will be able to attend. “One unmissable show. One way to get …
TodayTix group acquires Secret Cinema
TodayTix Group has acquired London-based entertainment company Secret Cinema in a deal worth over $100m (£90m/€102m), it has been reported. It is hoped the move will boost the ticketing platform’s presence in the growing immersive film and television events space. Over the years, Secret Cinema has produced experiences with the likes of Disney, Marvel, Universal, …
Megatix reunites with Perth Royal Show for second year
Megatix will continue to provide its ticketing services for the Perth Royal Show for another year, after it was originally brought in to keep visitors safe towards the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. Last year, the Western Australia-based ticketing company aided the event during a time of restrictions in the country, with purpose-built solutions that …
Vivid Seats becomes Bleacher Report’s official ticketing partner
Online marketplace Vivid Seats has partnered with sports media brand, Bleacher Report, as its official ticketing partner. Bleacher Report reaches over 175 million sports fans according to the brand, across its app, web and social channels. Vivid Seats will provide these fans with a ticketing service through the Bleacher Report app and website. As part …
AEG Presents to operate new Raleigh music venue
Live events company AEG Presents and developer of Downtown South, Kane Realty Corporation, have revealed plans for a 3,500-capacity concert venue. The venue will be part of a new entertainment district, Downtown South, in Raleigh, North Carolina. AEG Presents has entered into a long-term lease agreement to operate the concert venue. The new music venue …
Industry reacts to UK Government’s energy cap
The UK Government has announced support for businesses this winter, which will see wholesale energy costs for businesses cut roughly in half. The scheme means that wholesale gas and electricity prices for firms will be fixed for six months, starting from October 1. It has been reported that the scheme will be reviewed after three …
Tips for creating a user-friendly event website – Blog
When planning an event, it’s important to create a user-friendly website that is easy to navigate. Not only will this make hosting and managing the event easier for you, but it will also encourage more attendees to register. Events websites are designed around the flow and engagement of visitors. Additionally, it should be easy to …
Careem partners with events marketplace Tikety
Careem, a multi-service app in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has partnered with online events marketplace Tikety. Tikety’s events marketplace is now available on the Careem app as a ‘Tickets & Passes’ tile, which enables customers to search, purchase and manage tickets and bookings for museums, tours and other activities in the UAE. The service …