Ricky Gervais fans were turned away from a gig at York Barbican after they had purchased tickets through resale site, Viagogo. Hundreds of people were left outside the theatre last week after being told they were unable to enter due to ticketing issues. Many reported that they had been refused entry to the gig from …
Somerset CCC sells over 3,000 tickets for Women’s Ashes ODI
Somerset County Cricket Club has sold over 3,000 tickets for an upcoming Women’s Ashes ODI at the Cooper Associates County Ground (pictured). The Women’s Ashes ODI between England and Australia is set to take place on Tuesday, July 18 with the ground already over 50% capacity. Unlike the Men’s Ashes, the Women’s edition is multi-format, …
Brixton O2 Academy set to remain closed for further three months
The Brixton O2 Academy is set to remain closed until April after two people died following a crowd crush at an Asake gig in December. Gaby Hutchinson and Rebecca Ikumelo died after being injured in a crush during a concert from the Afrobeats artist. Metropolitan Police launched an investigation to work out what happened at …
Cleveland Cavaliers’ United Gold Pass to unlock unique experiences
The National Basketball Association (NBA)’s Cleveland Cavaliers recently launched its Cavs United Gold Pass, which will offer holders unique and unprecedented experiences. As a founding Cavs United Gold Pass holder, fans will have access to Cavs gear, in-arena experiences, member-only premium enter-to-win opportunities, as well as discounts throughout the 2022-23 season. On top of securing …
Live Nation Entertainment closes $1bn convertible senior notes
Live Nation Entertainment has completed its previously announced of $1bn (£800m/€900m) in aggregate principle amount of 3.125% convertible senior notes due 2029. The offering size was increased from the original offering size of $850m in response to investor demand and after full exercise of the ‘greenshoe’ option. Proceeds from the transaction will be used to …
Saudi Arabian businessman on top to win Ronaldo vs Messi VIP ticket
A Saudi Arabian businessman is at the front of the queue to secure a the VIP spot at an upcoming match between footballing greats Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, after making a SAR 10m (£2.1m/€2.4m/$2.7m) bid. According to a report from Reuters, general manager of real estate group AgarOne, Mushref Al-Ghamdi, is currently the highest …
Silverstone MD suggests four-day British Grand Prix weekend
The Formula 1 British Grand Prix could become a four-day race weekend to offer motorsport fans more on-track action. Speaking on the main stage at motorsport event Autosport International in Birmingham yesterday (Thursday), the managing director of Silverstone (pictured), where the British GP is staged, said that Formula 1 needed to change the format of the …
Data analysis shows live music audiences overtaking theatre
Data-driven consultancy Data Culture Change, in partnership with Campaign for the Arts, has analysed data from the UK’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) which shows a slowdown in the upwards trajectory in post-pandemic arts attendances. In the three months from July to September 2022, the DCMS found that more adults in England …
Tessitura teams up with Logitix
Tessitura, a non-profit technology company that serves arts and culture organisations, has partnered with ticketing technology company, Logitix. The partnership will offer performing arts associations more resources for optimising ticket distribution, and in turn maximising revenue. Proprietary software, distribution tools and analytics from Logitix will help theatres and performing arts centres to open new sales …
Patron Technology acquires Fan Interactive Marketing
Patron Technology, a technology platform for the live entertainment industry, has acquired Fan Interactive Marketing, a fan engagement and data-driven marketing solutions provider. The acquisition will benefit live entertainment organisations that wish to connect further with their fans. Fan Interactive’s marketing solutions and knowledge of audience development will also complement Patron Technology’s offering, and aid …