Concerts

International Symposium on the Concept of Intercultural Exchanges and Mutual Learning Successfully Convenes at UNESCO Headquarters

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

Inscribed with the word “world” in five languages, this artwork by international youth embodies hopes for a future enriched by intercultural dialogue.

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  • Inscribed with the word “world” in five languages, this artwork by international youth embodies hopes for a future enriched by intercultural dialogue.
  • It serves as an opener to an international symposium on the concept of intercultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations, a collaborative effort between China’s State Council Information Office, UNESCO, and the China’s National Commission for UNESCO, held on April 15 in Paris.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240418269051/en/
    International Symposium on the Concept of Intercultural Exchanges and Mutual Learning (Photo: Business Wire)
    The symposium unfolded both inside and outside the venue with vibrant displays and rigorous discussions.
  • Inside, experts and scholars discussed the theme of “Intercultural Dialogue and Mutual Learning: Shared Horizons”, and commended China’s significant contributions to these global exchanges.

2024 US Cannes Lions Young Lions Winners Announced

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

National CineMedia (NCM) , the largest cinema advertising platform in the country and the US representative to the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, announces the winners of the 2024 US Young Lions competition.

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  • National CineMedia (NCM) , the largest cinema advertising platform in the country and the US representative to the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, announces the winners of the 2024 US Young Lions competition.
  • The winners will compete in person as TEAM USA in the global Young Lions competition at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity , the world’s leading celebration of creative marketing and communications, taking place from June 17-21 in Cannes, France.
  • Following two years of investment and redesign of the US Young Lions program, NCM will be formally launching the US Lions Community at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity this June.
  • Initiative, an official 2024 Event Sponsor of the US Young Lions competition, hosted the TEAM USA Winners Announcement event last night at their New York office.

AXS Acquires Majority Stake in Event-Tech Company WRSTBND

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

AXS, a global leader in ticketing, today announced the acquisition of majority stake in WRSTBND, a leading provider of access control, credentialing, and point-of-sale solutions for live events and venues.

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  • AXS, a global leader in ticketing, today announced the acquisition of majority stake in WRSTBND, a leading provider of access control, credentialing, and point-of-sale solutions for live events and venues.
  • This investment expands AXS’ commitment to enhancing the onsite fan experience, streamlining entry and exit procedures, making payments more frictionless, and creating unforgettable, personalized experiences for attendees.
  • A provider for major events across the country, WRSTBND will utilize the investment to significantly grow their capabilities and offerings to clients.
  • "From the very beginning, the AXS team shared our vision for how WRSTBND could be integrated and utilized for festivals and events all across the world.

Kai Tak Sports Park Limited and ASM Global Begin Countdown to Unveiling of World’s Largest Sports Development in History

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240417546819/en/
    PLAY BALL – Kai Tak Sports Park, the largest and most ambitious sports-development and entertainment district in the world, is being managed by ASM Global.
  • The precinct is designed around the one-of-a-kind Kai Tak Sports Avenue.
  • This indoor and outdoor pedestrian walk starts at Station Square and transports people completely through the immense site.
  • The focus of these sustainability efforts includes integration of photovoltaic panels on all major facilities, extensive green roofscapes and an expansive network of electric charging stations across the precinct.

ASM Global Acts Joins With Leading Reuse Platform r.World to Eliminate Single-use Plastic Across Venue Portfolio by 2025

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Protecting the environment is one of the three pillars in the ASM Global Acts platform, which also includes investing in people and strengthening communities.

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  • Protecting the environment is one of the three pillars in the ASM Global Acts platform, which also includes investing in people and strengthening communities.
  • ASM Global Acts plans to roll out r.World’s products in its other venues across the country.
  • “We are pleased to have r.World as a supporter of ASM Global Acts,” said Shaun Beard, ASM Global senior vice president of food and beverage.
  • “We’re thrilled to support ASM Global Acts to bring reuse to their vast network of venues,” said Michael Martin, founder and CEO of r.World.

 D'FESTA LA Brings the Best of K-Pop to the US

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

D'FESTA LA, an immersive and interactive K-pop exhibition originally held in Korea and Japan, is now coming to the US.

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  • D'FESTA LA, an immersive and interactive K-pop exhibition originally held in Korea and Japan, is now coming to the US.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240417076157/en/
    D'FESTA LA by Dispatch (Photo: Business Wire)
    D’FESTA LA will feature three parts: THE EXHIBITION, THE MOVIE, and THE EXPERIENCE.
  • THE EXHIBITION is an immersive and interactive photo exhibition featuring never-before-seen photos from the nine groups.
  • After a successful run in Korea and Japan, D'FESTA is now expanding to the US, with the upcoming D'FESTA LA exhibition.

The Latin Recording Academy® Announces the 25th Annual Latin GRAMMY® Awards Return to Miami

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

The Latin Recording Academy® announced today that the 25th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards® will be held in Miami at Kaseya Center on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, in partnership with Miami-Dade County and the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB).

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  • The Latin Recording Academy® announced today that the 25th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards® will be held in Miami at Kaseya Center on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, in partnership with Miami-Dade County and the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB).
  • “Since our first awards presentation in the year 2000, the Latin GRAMMYs have provided an international spotlight for Latin music second to none and provided iconic performances that have become part of global music and pop culture history.
  • We are thrilled to celebrate our 25th anniversary in Miami,” said Manuel Abud, CEO, The Latin Recording Academy.
  • Additional key dates in preparation to The Biggest Night in Latin Music® include:
    For more information regarding the current awards season visit: https://www.latingrammy.com/en/calendar-awards-department .

AMB Sports and Entertainment Amps Up Event Experiences at Mercedes-Benz Stadium with Wi-Fi 6E from HPE

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

To support the premier fan experiences that have garnered top satisfaction honors at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, AMB Sports and Entertainment (AMBSE) is modernizing its wireless network with a Wi-Fi 6E -enabled HPE Aruba Networking solution by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE).

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  • To support the premier fan experiences that have garnered top satisfaction honors at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, AMB Sports and Entertainment (AMBSE) is modernizing its wireless network with a Wi-Fi 6E -enabled HPE Aruba Networking solution by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE).
  • Adopting Wi-Fi 6E throughout the facility, including seating, concourses, event spaces, and VIP suites, supplies AMBSE with the next-gen Wi-Fi needed for continue its tradition of excellence.
  • “At some of our headliner events we’re now seeing an average of 600MBps for each attendee,” said Pope.
  • “We appreciate the strong partnership we’ve built with HPE Aruba Networking that is enabling us to make our connected stadium goals happen.”

Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert Reveals Global Tour Dates

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Nickelodeon, GEA Live and Senbla today revealed the initial set of global tour dates for the highly anticipated Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert.

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  • Nickelodeon, GEA Live and Senbla today revealed the initial set of global tour dates for the highly anticipated Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert.
  • The global tour continues in 2025 to a myriad of cities across the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Netherlands and Australia.
  • Tickets for the first slate of tour dates are available at www.avatarinconcert.com .
  • For more information, tour dates and tickets, please visit www.avatarinconcert.com and follow #avatarinconcert, @avatarthelastairbender on Facebook and Instagram ; and, @teamavatar on YouTube .

MusiCares® to Hold The Day That Music Cares on April 26

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

On April 26, 2024, the global music community will come together for the second annual The Day That Music Cares, a dedicated day of service organized by MusiCares®, music’s leading charity.

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  • On April 26, 2024, the global music community will come together for the second annual The Day That Music Cares, a dedicated day of service organized by MusiCares®, music’s leading charity.
  • Building on the success of its inaugural year, this initiative activates music professionals and fans worldwide for a day of volunteering, demonstrating the power and heart of the music community.
  • “The Day That Music Cares unites the music community’s culture of connection and the transformative power of giving back.
  • Join music professionals and music fans around the globe on April 26 as they unite through the love of music and make a positive impact in our communities.