To make the venue offer a strong experience for concerts, Seattle Center arena project officials are carefully planning the facility’s acoustics. (more…)
Archive | In the Arena
San Diego Seeks Firm to Handle Pechanga Arena Operations
San Diego is looking for a firm to take over Pechanga Arena operations, as the city issued a request for proposals this week. (more…)
Judge Rules in City’s Favor in Virginia Beach Arena Lawsuit
Virginia Beach officials did not breach their contract when they ended an agreement with the developer of a proposed arena in 2017, a judge ruled on Wednesday. (more…)
Inaugural Chase Center Event to Feature Metallica and San Francisco Symphony
The Golden State Warriors have announced details on the inaugural Chase Center event, a September 6 concert featuring Metallica and the San Francisco Symphony. Currently under construction in San Francisco’s Mission Bay neighborhood, Chase Center will open ahead of the 2019-20 NBA season. (more…)
London-Based Oak View Group International Launches
Oak View Group is launching Oak View Group International, a London-based entity that will explore opportunities in the UK, Europe, Asia, and Middle East. The announcement was made in London today at the International Live Music Conference. (more…)
New Albuquerque Arena Under Study
A study of a new Albuquerque arena is in its final stages, with the report expected to consider a venue for large concerts and other events. (more…)
Oak View Group Takes Over Webster Bank Arena Management
Oak View Group is taking over Webster Bank Arena management, adding the home of hockey’s Bridgeport Sound Tigers (AHL) and other events to its portfolio. Oak View Group’s appointment was announced by the New York Islanders. (more…)
Spectra Tapped for Ralston Arena Management
Seeking to reverse the venue’s worrisome financial trends, Ralston, NE officials have turned over Ralston Arena management to Spectra Venue Management. (more…)
AEG Facilities, SMG to Merge as ASM Global
Plans for a significant merger in the facility management industry are taking shape, as AEG Facilities will merge with Onex-owned SMG to form ASM Global. Onex and AEG’s subsidiary will each own 50 percent of the company following the completion of the transaction. (more…)
Previewing Next Month’s Digital Signage Expo
As many of you know, we’re a media sponsor of the Digital Signage Expo (DSE), set for March 27-28 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Here’s a look at some of the new offerings at this leading industry event. (more…)
