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 …
AEG Europe calls on Government to block MSG Sphere London plan
AEG Europe, owner of The O2, has called on the UK Government to permanently block the proposed MSG Sphere in London after Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove indicated that he is preparing to call in the planning decision. In AEG’s latest attempt at preventing the construction of the MSG Entertainment venue in the UK’s capital …
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 …
LLDC gives green light to London’s MSG Sphere
London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC) has approved plans for MSG Sphere, the proposed new arena project that has drawn vocal opposition, notably from AEG, operator of The O2. Intended as one of a series of similar projects across the world, MSG Sphere is backed by Madison Square Garden Entertainment, operator of the iconic Madison Square …
AEG reiterates opposition to MSG Sphere project
AEG, operator of The O2 in London, has reiterated its opposition to the MSG Sphere arena project in the English capital ahead of a planning committee meeting next week. MSG Entertainment, which operates the iconic Madison Square Garden arena in New York, is planning on building a new venue in London. A planning application for …