Our weekly tech round-up from the world of ticketing and associated industries… Sphere debuts “stunning” new camera system Sphere Entertainment has announced the launch of Sphere Studios, dedicated to developing the next generation of original immersive entertainment exclusively for Sphere through cutting-edge technology, tools and production facilities. The first of the Studios’ immersive innovations includes …
U2 reveal dates for ‘UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere’ residency
U2’s ‘UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere’ is set to arrive on September 29 at new venue, Sphere at The Venetian in Las Vegas. The rock band are opening the new cutting edge venue from Madison Square Garden Entertainment (MSG) with five dates: September 29, September 30, October 5, October 7, October 8, 2023. It …
MSG Entertainment announces sale of Tao Group Hospitality to Mohari Hospitality
Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp (MSG Entertainment) has announced that it is selling its 66.9% majority interest in Tao Group Hospitality to Mohari Hospitality, a global investment company focused on the luxury lifestyle and hospitality sectors. The transaction values Tao Group Hospitality, which delivers premium experiences through its restaurants, nightclubs, lounges and other venues, at …
First immersive experience announced for MSG Entertainment’s Las Vegas Sphere
Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp (MSG Entertainment) has announced ‘Sphere Experiences’, a core content category that will feature at the venue, which is set to open in Las Vegas later this year. Sphere Experiences’ first immersive production will be called ‘Postcard From Earth’. All experiences, including this first production, will utilise the venue’s industry-leading technology. …
Adele extends Caesars Palace residency
Adele has extended her residency at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, with performances planned between June and the end of November. The British singer has revealed that new dates have been added between June and November. The ‘Weekends with Adele’ series was due to end last weekend. Fans can now register for …
Formula 1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix announces additional on-sale dates
The Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix has announced additional on-sale dates for tickets to November’s race. Tickets are set to go on sale to the general public on March 24, while American Express Card Members will have access to a pre-sale from March 20 until March 22. Fans that signed up to priority interest …
U2 announce Las Vegas residency at the MSG Sphere
Irish rock band U2 have announced a Las Vegas residency which will take place at the new MSG Sphere at the Venetian, which is set to open this year. Achtung Baby Live at the Sphere will begin this autumn, but exact dates have not yet been revealed. The band shared a trailer during last night …
The $5m Emperor Package to watch Formula 1 in Las Vegas
Entertainment conglomerate Caesars Entertainment used the Christmas period to launch its ‘Emperor Package’ for the inaugural Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, though it would have been quite a generous present – the cost is $5m (£4m/€4.8m). The package has been designed for multiple F1 fans, with Paddock Club passes for 12 people; two tickets …
When We Were Young festival cancels Saturday date due to high winds
Music festival When We Were Young, which is presented by live entertainment giant Live Nation, was forced to cancel its Saturday performances due to severe weather. The announcement was made by organisers just one hour before doors were scheduled to open at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds. In an announcement on Twitter, organisers said: “When …
World Club Dome to attract 180,000 attendees on return
BigCityBeats World Club Dome, a major European electronic music festival, has completed its line-up ahead of the June event. The festival, which is run by German label, radio show, event and merchandise company BigCityBeats, is set to return to Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt from June 3-5 and will feature international artists such as Nicky …