Author: Gideon Gottfried

‘Extraordinary Venue’ Prepares to Turn 150

‘Extraordinary Venue’ Prepares to Turn 150

Posted by | Dec 21, 2020 |

AGING GRACEFULLY: The Royal Albert Hall in London will turn 150 on March 29. (J Collinridge) Anniversary program’s curator reminisces as events are announced Craig Hassall, chief executive of London’s Royal Albert Hall, says he’s determined not to let COVID-19 interfere with celebrating the venue’s 150th anniversary. “Since its opening, this extraordinary venue has borne witness to, and played a central part in, seismic cultural and social change,” Hassall said Dec. 3 at the announcement of the initial program of events. “The interests, manners and social mores of the people may have changed, but this beautiful building and what it represents remains the same a century and a half later: a meeting place, a reflection of contemporary Britain, and a home for exhilarating live performance and events of international significance.” The celebration at the hall, which has a capacity of 5,272, will start in March and stretch into 2022. The announcement… Continue Reading ‘Extraordinary Venue’ Prepares to Turn 150

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Harry Styles Invests in Co-op Live

Harry Styles Invests in Co-op Live

Posted by | Oct 26, 2020 | , , ,

Singer Harry Styles has invested in Co-op Live, a 23,500-capacity arena scheduled to open in 2023 in Manchester, England, project developer Oak View Group announced Monday.

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Initial Funding Arrives for Stricken U.K. Venues

Initial Funding Arrives for Stricken U.K. Venues

Posted by | Oct 14, 2020 |

The first round of the U.K. government’s cultural recovery fund has been released, which marks a lifeline for many venues in the country.

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Spain’s Live Industry Goes on Red Alert

Spain’s Live Industry Goes on Red Alert

Posted by | Sep 24, 2020 | ,

The Spanish music industry celebrated Red Alert day on Sept. 17 to publicize the effects of government-imposed restrictions on the sector.

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The Jazz Cafe Improvs a Return

The Jazz Cafe Improvs a Return

Posted by | Sep 24, 2020 | , ,

The Jazz Cafe in London is hosting live events with an audience again — fully seated and distanced, to stay in line with government requirements.

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