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How appropriate! An exciting New Arena for anExciting New Magazine. The first issue of theFacilities Booking Guide features the BOK Center—Tulsa’s Newest Masterpiece—not only the latest SMG-managed facility in the west, but a state-of-the-artsports and entertainment venue. Scheduled to open inSeptember—with a high-profile concert by TheEagles!—the BOK Center seats more than 18,000guests and plans to host 90 to 100 shows annually.

THE DEBUT OF THE FACILITIES BOOKING GUIDE

The Facilities Media Group has been around since 1988, and like most media companies, we’ve evolved andgone through a few transitions—sometimes tough transitions. Of course, part of this transition was ourcommitment to develop a serious web presence with our online publication, facilitiesonline. Also, in itsfirst incarnation during the early-to-mid-90s, Facilities & Event Management covered both venues as well

as the venue products and services. So, first we spun off “Facilities” into the Facilities SuperBook, as our annual directory with a focus on the Prime Site Awards. Then we resurrected the venue product and services componentwith the “rebooted” Facilities & Event Management, which was another transition. The natural evolution now is tointroduce a second Facilities issue, the Facilities Booking Guide.

With an industry this dynamic and competitive, suppliers and buyers wanted and needed more than one directory per year. Facilities Media Group saw an opportunity and decided to produce the publication on a biannualbasis, which is similar to what we used to do. The Facilities Booking Guide provides talent buyers, agents,promoters and special event planners useful, detailed information on specific venues and insightful perspectives onthe current pulse of the live event industry.

The core of the Facilities Booking Guide is the BOOKING GUIDE DIRECTORY (starting on page 51). This “just thestats” format offers an extensive overview of leading venues throughout North America.

A quick reference throughout this section are our own “BOOKING GUIDES” (on pages 51, 57, & 63), which showcase a selection of venue managers and market factoids to help Talent Buyers, Agents, Promoters and SpecialEvent Planners pinpoint new, as well as consistent, audiences.

In addition to essential factual information, perspectives are also required when making booking decisions.Two columns debut in this debut issue that offer informed opinion from the Talent Buyers point of view and thearena’s point of view. BOOKING PERSPECTIVES (page 4), which includes Scott Pang, Talent Buyer for InternationalCreative Management, Inc., explores some of the issues and solutions to the problems of obtaining accurate avail-ability dates in a timely manner. VENUE PERSPECTIVES (page 6) features Steve Peters, President of VenuWorks.Peters just completed his term as president of the International Association of Assembly Managers.His reflections offer valuable insight on what turned out to be a watershed year for the pubic assembly facility and live event industry.

Since 1980, VEE Corporation has re-defined the live, family-oriented entertainment event. With SesameStreet Live, as well as a several other touring shows, VEE has brought family theater to more audiences, and morestages than nearly any other similar organization. Our SPOTLIGHT FEATURE (page 8) is an in-depth, “state-of-the-industry” interview with key VEE Corporation personnel that sheds light on the “Multi-Faceted PartneringBetween Venue & Promoter. ''

Those are some of the highlights of our debut issue of the Facilities Booking Guide. Putting together this newmagazine has been an exciting and rewarding experience for the everyone here at The Facilities Media Group.We hope you find it to be an essential tool in planning your tours and booking your shows.

Timothy Herrick

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G U I D E T O T H E G U I D E


One of the most difficult thingsBooking Agents and TalentBuyers can encounter when rout-ing a tour is acquiring avails in atimely manner. In speaking withprofessionals whose business is

to route an effective, and profitable tour, informationon availability of dates is key—and they emphasizethat the vast majority, more than 80 percent of thevenues in the U.S., rapidly supply necessary informa-tion as needed—but it is the other 20 percent that arenot as forthcoming. And, that can be a little trickywith booking a tour. The majority of venues are trulypartners when it comes to booking a show becausethey understand the process of routing tours.

Due to a lack in response time from venues, it canbecome difficult to move forward with booking acts.Talent agents and promoters want to route a tour effi-ciently, but when dates are not provided in a timely manner, itimpedes the entire process of routing a tour.

B O O K I N G P E R S P E C T I V E S

TOUR ROUTING & AVAILS

It seems to bemore common in sec-ondary and tertiarymarkets to definedates quickly. Manysmaller markets arebuilding new venuesand are still learning

the process of providing available dates in a prompt manner. Thiscan take more time to route a tour than needed. “To a TalentBuyer and an artist, the smaller markets and newer venues allowus to grow our audiences,” says Scott Pang, Talent Buyer,International Creative Management, Inc. “We are eager to seewhat the potential of an untried market or venue can do.”

“A tour must be efficient, geographically speaking, and fuelcosts now play a deciding factor in where a tour will be booked.Given the appeal of tertiary markets, tour routing requires bookingdates in smaller markets in a sequence that makes geographicsense,” adds Pang. Not getting timely and sufficient info on availsimpedes this stringing together of dates in a tour. In the worstcases, entire regions can potentially be removed from a tour routebecause a few buildings are not supplying availability in time tooptimize routing decisions.

What can be done? It’s all about communication, according toTalent Buyers. Many venues have taken to emailing their calen-dars on a weekly basis. This is a great starting point from a TalentBuyer’s point of view. Other venues also have their calendarsonline, which can also be helpful. The sooner the promoters knowthe avails, the sooner a tour can be routed.

“To a Talent Buyer and an

artist, the smaller markets and

newer venues allow us to grow

our audiences. We are eager to see

what the potential of an untried

market or venue can do.”–SCOTT PANG, TALENT BUYER

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It has been a privilege to travel aroundthe world representing theInternational Association ofAssembly Managers. If I havelearned one thing it is that it is ONEworld. Every one of us—our venues,

our entertainment, our sports tournaments,our conventions and expositions—our respec-tive national politics—it is all connected. Weare connected. We are one.

We all know that a crowd incident or afinancial transaction or an election on theother side of the world can have an almostinstantaneous impact on us—no matter wherewe live and work. That’s why the most important word inour association is “International.”

And that is why the IAAM spent this past yearengaged in a top-to-bottom review of who we are, why weexist, and how we govern our affairs. We did indeedundertake the Mission, Membership and GovernanceInitiative in order to be sure that we are an organizationthat can be effective on an international, worldwide stage.The initiative was designed to test and evaluate current organiza-tional precepts and, where feasible, make changes.

As a result, we adopted a new mission: “To educate, advocatefor, and inspire public assembly venue professionals, worldwide.”

Just as important, we defined four core functions for our association:

1) Commerce: We are, at our core, a trade association. It is ourjob, as an association, to promote and maintain the marketplace oflive events around the world—from football games to footballmatches, sports of every kind, concerts, performing arts, circuses,and ice shows, expositions and exhibitions, conventions and con-ferences—and the open economic and cultural exchange implicitin them all.

2) Advocacy: It is our job, as an association, to speak not just forvenue managers worldwide—which is critical—but we must alsospeak for our patrons and guests, for athletes and performers, forthe promoters and producers. The right for free and safe assem-bly—free from threats of terrorism, free from unseen hazards, freefrom crowd violence—is a right we must never take for granted.

3) Research: Just how big is our industry, if you include all of itsparts, in all of its manifestations, around the world? Or moreimportantly for each of you, the individual IAAM member, what

V E N U E P E R S P E C T I V E S

MAKING A WORLDOF DIFFERENCE!

is the economic impact that my facility, with all ofits events-what is the total economic impact on ourcity? My city council is talking about changing theway they appropriate hotel tax dollars. IAAM,please help me. Give me the data I need todemonstrate to them just how important my build-ing is to this community. In order to answer thatquestion, and a thousand others, it is imperativethat we be the leader in compiling and sharingresearch data for arenas, convention centers, per-forming arts centers and stadiums.

4) Education: If there is an area in which IAAMtruly excels, it is in our educational offerings: ThePublic Assembly Facility Management School atWheeling, WV; The European Academy for

Venue Management at Innsbruck,Austria; the Public Venue ManagementSchool at Kooralbyn, in Australia;Academy for Venue Safety and Security,the Graduate Institute, the SeniorExecutive Symposium, the Ice School,the International Crowd ManagementConference — we together haveamassed a very impressive range of edu-cational offerings. Now, we must rise to

the challenge of delivering these educational products electronical-ly, on line, to every corner of the globe to hundreds of cultures, indozens of languages.

There is a line in the IAAM training video: “Customer ServiceBegins with Me” that goes, “No one cares how much you know,until they know how much you care. “I guess that about sums upour job as an association: We need to CARE!”

It is the job of the IAAM to CARE about the public assemblyindustry worldwide and to provide CARE to you, its members.But in saying that, let’s never forget that we are a MEMBERDRIVEN association. That means the responsibility for providingthe CARE—that Commerce, Advocacy, Research, andEducation—is ours together, yours and mine together.

I entered the presidency quoting an African adage: "If youwould go fast, go alone. If you would go far, go together."

Together, we have come far and together we will go even further. Much Further. Together we are making a world of difference. We are doing it because we must; because we can;because we CARE!

Steve Peters, President & CEO of VenuWorks, completed his one-year term as President of the International Association of AssemblyManagers in 2008. This column is an excerpt of his speech given at theIAAM’s 83rd Annual Conference & Trade Show, which took place atthe Anaheim Convention Center in July.

BY STEVE PETERSPresident & CEO of VenuWorks

“The most important

word in our association

is International.”

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Every four years, late summer is the time during the Election Cycle when America’s politicalparties, by officially nominating a candidate for the Executive Branch, also shine a

SPOTLIGHT on two major Arenas. This 2008 Presidential Election, the Pepsi Center in Denver (left), and the XCEL Energy Center in Saint Paul (right), hosted the Democrats

& Republicans (respectively), kicking off the Fall Campaigns.


Live entertainment takes a collaborative effort tosucceed. Developing audiences, providing enter-tainment, and consistently selling tickets and filling seats has become almost entirely depend-ent on the caliber of the partnership between the promoter and venue. In today’s market, with new

technologies, economic pressures and more venues, the part-nership is both more crucial to success and more complicatedto achieve and sustain than ever before.

STATE-OF-THE-INDUSTRY:

MULTI-FACETEDPARTNERINGBETWEEN VENUE& PROMOTER

STATE-OF-THE-INDUSTRY:

MULTI-FACETEDPARTNERINGBETWEEN VENUE& PROMOTER

B Y T I M O T H Y H E R R I C K

Editor ia l DirectorTo a large extent, the current state-of-the-industry is actu-

ally current state of that partnership. In order to shine aSpotlight on booking, marketing and other aspects of success-ful touring productions to see how current business issues—such as rising energy costs, economic worries, shifting audi-ence tastes and new technologies—are affecting the variouscomponents of the live entertainment industry, Facilitiesdecided to interview a few individuals on the Promoter side asway to explore more than one facet of this partnership. Wehave conducted a round-table interview with key personnel of the VEE Corporation, one of the leading names in live,family theater.

VEE Corporation


VEE was founded in 1980 by Vincent E.Egan, a marketing veteran of the world-famousIce Follies. Egan wanted to create a live,Broadway-quality theatrical show for childrenand their families that could play in arenas andtheaters. A meeting with the late Jim Hensonand executives with Children’s TelevisionWorkshop (now Sesame Workshop) led to along-term, exclusive agreement to create life-size replicas ofHenson’s Sesame Street Muppets and develop a complete entertainment package to tour arenas and theaters.

Building upon an established brand, translating characters,

stories and situations from an electronicmedium into a live event—with productionvalues comparable to the best thatBroadway has to offer—VEE created aone-of-a-kind experience exclusively forchildren and families and brought thatexperience to stages across the world and ina cross-section of markets. This was revolu-

tionary 28 years ago. Today, VEE’s business model definesFamily shows and the company by updating its shows, expand-ing its tours and partnering with a wide range of venues, VEEhas remained a leader in this market segment.

“The longest touring family production outside of the

circus world seeks to do business with venues whose

credibility aligns with our own.”

—Vincent E. Egan, President & CEO

“We’ve been able to hold

our ticket prices down.

Families still want the live

entertainment experience.”


Sitting at the Facilities round-table are: Vincent E. Egan,President & CEO; Dayna Deutsch, Senior Vice President of Sales& Marketing; and Kevin Kulas, Senior Vice President of Booking.

I N D U S T R Y C H A N G E S

Facilities: VEE Corporation started in 1980. What has changed themost about your segment of the live entertainment industry?

Vincent E. Egan: Perhaps the biggest change inthe industry is the number of venues available forus to play – both arenas and theaters. In 1980,there may have been one arena and one theater inthe market. Today, there are five to 10 suitablevenues. That difference, along with the buying,selling and changing management structures of

buildings naturally bring about personnel changes. When westarted nearly 30 years ago, the majority of our venue relationshipswere predictable and consistent. Nonetheless, VEE and SesameStreet Live, as the longest touring family production outside of thecircus world, still seeks to do business with venues whose integrityand credibility aligns with our own.

T H E E C O N O M Y

Facilities: Are VEE shows more “recession” proof compared to adult-oriented concerts and events?

Dayna Deutsch: The price of our ticket, whilenot 100 percent recession proof, fits the familybudget. Sesame Street’s mission is to be inclusiveof all, not exclusive to the few and most affluent.Our core ticket price ranges from $10-to-$35,exclusive of venue and ticketing servicing fees,depending on the market. We also do a lot of

promotions and group sales so there are a lot of exceptions to thathigher level and we have a lot of low-priced tickets, about $8,available. We can’t make a lot of cut backs. Our operational costsare risings, and like everyone else our fuel costs are going up,

which is probably the biggest factor in increased costs. But VEEhas always been a cost efficient operation. Even with our largestshows, we use only three trucks—which is incredible for aBroadway quality production. We work extremely efficiently, sowe’ve been able to respond better, at least this year, and have nothad to increase ticket prices.

Kevin Kulas: I have not seen much effect fromthe slowing economy right now. That has sur-prised me. We’ve been able to hold our ticketprices down. You are seeing downturns in otherentertainment segments, like CD or DVD sales,but the live touring business is very healthy bycomparison. Families still want the live enter-

tainment experience.

V E N U E C A PA B I L I T I E S

Facilities: In terms of products and technology capabilities,what are the “must haves” for a venue?Kulas: We mainly play Theaters and Arenas. In Theaters, we needa Fly floor to rig chain motors from at least 55-60 feet in heightover the stage, Adequate stage dimension to suit the size of ourproduction; 400 amps of 3 phase power; Dressing rooms withshowers; Air conditioning; Reasonable stagehand and staffingexpenses; A seating capacity of at least 1,000. And, in arenas weneed: rigging steel to handle our rig plots; Adequate amount ofstaging; 400 amps of 3 phase power; Dressing rooms with show-ers; Air conditioning; Reasonable stagehand and staffing expens-es; Ability to black out exterior windows; Arenas with a goodreduced house “theater set” and appropriate masking.

Facilities: What audience amenities does VEE expect a venue to have?Kulas: Safe venue locations, convenient and inexpensive parkingoptions, access to public transportation, clean, and a wide varietyof concession options. It’s important that our patrons have agreat, overall experience from the moment they arrive.

“A brand new

venue generates more

publicity, especially if we

are the first family show

in that facility.”


T O U R I N G

Facilities: What shows will VEE have touring in North Americathrough 2009? Deutsch: Four unique Sesame Street Live units for VEE’s 2008-09 tour season, including a new, original, “green-themed” Sesametitled “Elmo’s Green Thumb.” We’re also pleased to announcethat we’re developing Curious George’s first ever live stage pro-duction in association with Universal Studios. We’re also workingwith HIT Entertainment on an all-new 20th Anniversary BarneyLive tour, both shows rolling out fall of 2009.

Facilities: How long does a VEE tour run and how much timebetween runs in a city is the norm?Deutsch: VEE’s Sesame Street Live tours traditionally tour fallthrough spring, with a fourth international unit touring at anytime on the calendar. Major and secondary markets play SesameStreet Live once a year, same time each year in most circum-stances.

Facilities: So, basically summer is a slow time for Sesame Street? Deutsch: We do not do state fair states or outdoor amphitheaters.We have to play indoors, in an air-conditioned environment,because of the costumes, actors wouldn’t be able to perform other-wise. The costumes are quite an expense and couldn’t withstandoutdoor performances. Also, during the summer, families are typi-cally doing other things, like going on vacation or to water parks,or day camp. But, this year, we are planning for a tour to goHawaii in July, as well up to Alaska, and then trek across Canada,during July. We are testing new markets this summer—testingboth the markets and the venues as well as the season.

V E N U E PA R T N E R I N G

Facilities: How appealing are new venues?Deutsch: A brand new venue generates more publicity, especiallyif we are the first family show in that facility. There is a lot of buzz

in any new building and that puts you ahead of the curve.Everybody is talking about the building.

Facilities: Do you always return to the same venue? Kulas: We tend to stick with a partner, so we will consistentlystick with a venue, especially if they have a good marketingdepartment, and they have accessible parking, reasonable facilityfees, good staffing—there is a lot of pressure because we need tokeep the ticket price affordable. That said, being a family show isdifferent than a concert tour, so we may play different buildings ina market, depending on the size of the market. For example, wewill play East Rutherford, New Jersey as well as Uniondale, LongIsland as well as New York City, because from the Family Showperspective, those are three distinct audiences, even though forother promoters, it’s just one market.

Facilities: There seems to have been some growth in the smaller arena(10,000 or less) segment—and they mainly seem to be “convocation”centers located on and affiliated with a college campus. How have yourbookings performed in this market segment? Kulas: We play in a variety of venues, including these newer,smaller arenas. As a family show, we prefer an intimate house toenhance the experience for small children where they can be upclose to the characters. These new convocation centers are general-ly in smaller markets, which is good for us. We have three toursgoing all the time, and we can’t play the same city more than oncea year. These smaller buildings specialize in smaller capacities, andthey have the curtaining systems that can create a space we canuse. These buildings are being built for more than University func-tions, the schools need them to provide supplemental incomes,and that means their market is beyond just the student body.

Facilities: Is VEE Corporation seeking more long-term booking contracts with venues?Kulas: Yes. We value most our loyal and long term partnerships.When we’re in the right building at the right time, we develop our

“When we’re in the

right building, we

develop our audience in

partnership with our

venue partner.”

Continued on page 68


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IAAM’S 83RD ANNUAL CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOWThe International Association of Assembly Managers held its annual convention July 25-29 at the Anaheim Convention Center. The event—held with the National Association ofConcessionaires—featured 300+ Exhibiting companies, an extensive educational program and keynote speakers. For more pictures and additional coverage of the IAAM and other Event Industry News, go to www.facilitiesonline.com.

Katie Green, Regional Sales Manager, forArchitectural Brass, which designs and manufac-tures event/venue furnishings—for interior or exte-rior use— including crowd control stanchions, ashurns, trash receptacles, menu signs, benches andplanters.

Hunt Construction Group is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona and has branch offices throughoutthe United States. Among the services Hunt Provides are: Design-Build, Program Management,Preconstruction Consulting, Construction Consulting, Environmental Services, and Risk ManagementServices. Chris Hadley (left), Communications Coordinator, and Nathan D. Mercer, Marketing &Communications Manager.

Rafael Millet, Sales Executive for Quest PositiveSolutions, at IAAM’s 83rd Annual Conference &Trade Show. Quest POS terminals and Quest VenueManager Software, used by stadiums, arenas andother event-based facilities worldwide.

Tammy Koolbeck, Vice President of VenueServices, a division of VenuWorks. VenuWorksprovides full management services to theatres, are-nas, and convention centers throughout the UnitedStates. The VenueWorks Services division also pro-vides feasibility studies, operations audits, and consulting work for clients with existing andprospective public assembly facilities.

The annual IAAM conventionis an annual opportunity forvenues and providers ofvenue products and servicesto network. (Left-to-right)Jack Porcelli, with EthicalEquations, Dale Adams,Vice President Touring &Sales, Premier Exhibitions,and Raj Saha, Director,Guest Services, of thePrudential Center, theNortheast’s newest arena,located in Newark, N.J.

Mark Gatley, Executive Director, Greater FortLauderdale/Broward County ConventionCenter, enjoying the 2008 Silent Auction inAnaheim. An eagerly anticipated tradition at theAnnual IAAM Trade Show, the Silent Auction is oneof the convention’s most popular events. Its net pro-ceeds are used to fund IAAM Foundation grants andprograms.

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Jeffrey B. Bowen, President of Sears CentreArena, in Hoffman Estates, IL, an 11,000-seat multi-purpose family entertainment, cultural and sportscenter that opened in 2006. Its seating capacityranges from 3,000-6,000 for theater shows; 9,700for hockey, lacrosse and soccer games; 10,000 forbasketball games and 11,800 for concerts.

Mike Rogers, P.E., Vice President of SmithSeckman Reid, Inc,also known as SSR. SSR provides MechanicalEngineering services han-dling Heating, Ventilation,& Air Conditioning,Plumbing & Medical Gas,Central Energy Plants,Cogeneration, ThermalStorage and SystemMaster Planning to facilities.

Nicholas A. Langella, (right) CFE, Senior VicePresident of Arena Business and Operations for TDBanknorth Garden in Boston with Lee A.Esckilsen, CFE, President, of ESVenues, a RhodeIsland-based company that specializes in the devel-opment, construction and management of publicassembly facilities and events

Benjamin “Bucky” Dame (left), ExecutiveDirector of the Winston-Salem Entertainment-Sports Complex, in Winston-Salem, NorthCarolina with Donald Eyeberg of Donald EybergArchitects of Minneapolis. Dame oversees anextraordinary venue in the Southeast that consistsof the Lawrence Joel Coliseum Annex, DixieClassic Fairgrounds, Joel Coliseum Annex,Bowman Gray Stadium, Joel ColiseumTheatre and Ernie Shore Field.

Lee Zeidman, Senior Vice President/GeneralManager, Staples Center and NOKIA TheatreL.A. Live, two of the leading entertainment facilitiesin Los Angeles.

Linda Bordner, National Accounts Manager, Lodging& Convention, for MTS Seating was showing the newSigma Series—chairs that not only offer venue man-agers convenience—they’re stackable up to 10 high—but crisp, clean architectural lines with a contemporary,squared corner design.

Founded in 1961, the Boston Culinary Group hasa client portfolio that includes stadiums, arenas,convention centers, amusement parks, indoor & out-door theaters, and tourist attractions and cateringfacilities. (left to right) Chris Verros, Vice President,Joe Armstrong, President, and Jerry Moses, VicePresident of Business Development.

Damon Zumwalt, (left) President/CEO ofContemporary Services Corporation, which pro-vides crowd management services for sporting,entertainment and other events worldwide withPaul Turner, Director of Event Operations at theDallas Cowboys new stadium, the “working”name of the new home for the NFL Cowboys inArlington, Texas, due to open in 2009.

Jim Brown, Assistant Director of the,Ervin J. Nutter Center at Wright StateUniversity in Dayton Ohio. Consideredsouthwest Ohio’s premier sports andentertainment facility, the venue fea-tures a 12,000 seating capacity and60,000 square feet of exhibit space.

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Audience Systems LLC

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(678) 461-9991 Fax: (678) 580-1340

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Clarin The Premium Portable Seating Leader

(800) 323-9062 Fax: (847) 234-9001

www.clarinseating.com

Contemporary Services Corporation

The Leader In Crowd Management

(800) 754-5150 Fax: (818) 885-0609

www.contemporaryservices.com

CORT Event Furnishings Exceptional customer service from trusted event professionals!

(888) CORT-YESFax: (702) 227-4334

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Crown Industries, Inc. Exhibition Booth Equipment for Trade Shows

(800) 255-5678Fax: (866) 200-5546

www.gocrown.com

Event Software State-of-the-art facility andevent management software

(480) 517-9990 Fax: (480) 517-9994

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Excel Dryer Inc. Time To Throw In The Towel! (800) 255-9235 Fax: (413) 525-2853

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Gameday Management Group

Transportation planning, imple-mentation and management forlarge scale special events

(407) 648-0213Fax: (407) 648-2418

www.gamedaymanagement.com

Impark (Imperial Parking)

Parking Management &Consulting Services

(303) 884-3710 Fax: (303) 680-7705

www.impark.com

K&K Insurance Group, Inc.

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(866) 554-4636 Fax: (260) 459-5800

www.kandkinsurance.com

Midwest Folding Products

“Quality Built in America Since 1947.”

(800) 344-2864Fax: (312) 666-2606

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Muncie Novelty / Indiana Ticket Co.

“70 Years of Quality Productsand Excellent Service to MeetAll Your Ticketing Needs”

(800) 428-8640 Fax: (888) 428-8640

www.muncienovelty.com

Sodexo Sports & Leisure Services

Leading provider of integrated food & facilities management services

(301) 987-4000 x44122 Fax: (301) 987-4121

www.sodexo.com

Weldon, Williams & Lick, Inc.

“Meeting You Custom SecurityPrinting Needs Since 1898”

(800) 643-2598 ext. 436 or 329 Fax: (479) 783-7050

www.wwlinc.com

Witt Industries Durability, Service, Innovation (800) 543-7417Fax: (513) 871-0347

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(410) 347-2020Fax: (410) 347-2042

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AmericanBank Center is located downtown in theSparking City by the Sea, along the beautiful

Corpus Christi bayfront. The architecturally pleas-ing building includes an Arena, Auditorium, andConvention Center.

The AmericanBank Center Convention Centerunderwent major expansion and renovation whichwas completed November 2004. From sparklingglass to Texas limestone, the center’s improvedfacilities are a pleasure to see and experience.The Convention Center has hosted a variety ofmajor conventions including the United StatesBowling Congress Tournament, Texas Leadership& Skills Championships, Texas FFA, and theDistrict Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

The AmericanBank Center Arena is home tothe CHL’s Corpus Christi Rayz hockey team, theCorpus Christi Sharks arena football2 team, andthe Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiSouthern Conference Islanders Basketball teams.The Arena also hosts a variety of concerts, bringing artists from all over the world and generating at least 34 sold-out shows since opening in late 2004.

The AmericanBank Center Selena Auditoriumis an integral part of the AmericanBank Center complex of meeting andentertainment venues and was originally built in 1979. With seating forover 2,500 and an outstanding acoustical rating, the AmericanBank CenterSelena Auditorium has been one of the most attended venues for enter-tainment in the Coastal Bend area.

A M E R I C A N B A N K C E N T E R

901 N. ShorelineCorpus Christi, TX 78403

(361) 826-4100; Fax: (361) 826-4905www.americanbankcenter.com


The Arie Crown Theater is a 4,249-seat venue located just south of theLoop in Chicago. Completely redesigned in 1997, the theatre has a 90’

proscenium, full orchestra pit, 60 fly lines, a spacious green room, ampledressing rooms, and two large chorus rooms. There is a dedicated loadingdock, covered, with two bays. The theatre has two rehearsal rooms withsprung floors, a stars’ dressing room, and a crew room for backstage meals.

The Arie Crown Theater entered the 21st century with $6.5 million ofredesign and renovation. Architecturally, it is a perfect combination of pastand present, combining a diverse theater heritage with modern facilitiesand comfort. In the new millennium, the Theater continues to provideChicago with a home for top name entertainment and large-scale corporatemeetings. Its recent renovations and commitment topatron satisfaction will ensure that your experienceat the Arie Crown Theater will be a positive one.

The roster of the famous and fascinating individuals who have graced Arie Crown’s historicstage paints a ranges from from prima ballerinas torock-n-roll bands. Some of the diverse and talentedperformers seen at the Arie Crown Theater are:George Dalaras, Luis Miguel, Sheryl Crow, Elvis Costello, Alla Pugacheva,Mikhail Baryshnikov, Crosby Stills and Nash, The Beach Boys, Tony Bennett,The Bolshoi Ballet, The Boston Pops, Jimmy Buffett, George Carlin and Ray Charles.

A R I E C R O W N T H E A T E R

2301 South Lake ShoreChicago, IL 60616

Dulcie C. Gilmore, Director(312) 791-6196 • www.ariecrown.com

Pepsi® Skyline Stage® at Navy Pier®

• Gorgeous 1,500-seat summer stage in the heart of Navy Pier.

• Home to great concerts, dance and theater.

• Fully equipped, 40’ deep stage with63’ proscenium opening.

Arie Crown Theater® at McCormick Place®

• State-of-the-art, 4,200-seat theater with private loading dock.

• Superb acoustics, house lighting and sound.

• Easily accommodates shows of all sizes – 90’ proscenium opening,60’ stage depth, large orchestra pit.

Please contact:Dulcie GilmoreDirector of Theaters

2301 S. Lake Shore Drive • Chicago, IL 60616tel: 312.791.6196 (tel.) • fax: 312.791.6100

[email protected] (Arie Crown)www.navypier.com (Skyline Stage)

Our professional, dedicated staff has a combined background of 60 years experience in the arts &entertainment industry. We offer marketing support, full ticketing services & technical assistance.


he AT&T Center, located minutes away from downtown SanAntonio, began operations in November 2002. This state-of-the-art facility houses the 4-time NBA Champion SanAntonio Spurs, the American Hockey League San AntonioRampage, the WNBA San Antonio Silverstars, as well asthe annual San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo.

Additionally, the venue has multiple-use capability; therefore, itcan host anything from concerts and family shows to circuses andmotor sports. The AT&T Center is one of the nation’s leadingentertainment venues hosting acts such as George Straight, TheRolling Stones, Van Halen, Josh Groban, Shakira, Trans-SiberianOrchestra and many more. Other events held at the Centerinclude WWE, Harlem Globetrotters and The Wiggles.

The AT&T Center was designed with you in mind, offeringsomething for everyone and custom made for San Antonio. Wespent countless hours consulting all types of groups that willutilize our venue and deserve our best service. With that goalin mind, our capabilities provide all-encompassing, one-stopshopping including conceptual development, advertising andjoint-promotional programs, and other comprehensive eventservices. Whether you’re a patron, promoter or business part-ner – the AT&T Center wants to ensure that you have the best experience.

To complement our outstanding facility, we are proud to feature ourAT&T Center staff - the best and brightest minds in the business! Their talent and expertise, service and attention will afford any event the best inplanning, production, coordination and execution.

The AT&T Center boasts 750,000 total square feet and can be used in vari-ous set ups and configurations to fit any need. Configurations can range fromend-stage, to in-the-round to theater set ups seating anywhere from 3,500 to17,500 plus fans. The full size of the floor is an amazing 16,000 square feet.

Premium SeatingThe AT&T Center has 60 total suites in a “split suite” scheme. There are 16Courtside (Charter) Level Suites fronting on the Saddles and Spurs Clubareas; each suite comes with a separate box-seating area for 12 within theseating bowl located 14 rows from the court. The Terrace Level Suites fea-ture a long mesquite “harvest table” in support of buffet and bar serviceproviding a unique South Texas style to the suite design. The paint systems,

wall coverings, cherry veneer millwork, metal doors,lighting/sound control systems, concierge and catering servicesall complement the terrace suites. The 40 Terrace suites arelocated approximately 35 rows from the basketball court. Thereare four party suites are also on the Terrace Level, each with acapacity of 24 people. Suites are furnished with remote control,flat screen televisions (cable/satellite capability), DVDs, full-size refrigerators with freezer/ice makers, service bars, andstorage. Two Super box suites complete the Terrace Level, eachfeaturing three seating sections to house up to 108 patronseach. Each Super box features a full-service bar and suiteamenities.

Meetings and Special Event AreasThe AT&T Center features more than a basketball floor, it offers20,500 square feet of contiguous exhibit floor space. Our businesscenters, restaurants and ancillary meeting space can help you create a unique and special environment for your meeting or spe-cial event. Partnering with Levy Restaurants, the AT&T Center canproduce a quality event package to meet your custom needs.

ParkingThere are almost 7,000 general public parking spaces at the SBC Center. Thesespaces encircle the AT&T Center and afford patrons direct accessibility to events.

Food and BeverageAll food and beverage services are provided by Levy (catering) and Aramark(concessions).

Marketing and PromotionsThe AT&T Center marketing staff can offer a variety of services to assist inmarketing and promotional campaigns for events in the AT&T Center, includingwriting of press releases and advertisements as well as coordination of media,press conferences and event promotions. The AT&T Center marketing staff will also work to include mentions of your coming event through area eventcalendars, marquee signage, website inclusion, e-news inclusion to past ticketpurchasers as well as many other advertising avenues in the facility. The marketing department also serves as a full service group sales agency.

A T & T C E N T E R

San Antonio, TX 78219(210) 444-5000; Fax: (210) 444-5100 • www.attcenter.com

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he BOK Center, located in downtown Tulsa, is one of the lat-est, state-of-the-art sports and entertainment venues in thecountry. Designed to host major concerts, family shows,AF2’s Tulsa Talons, CHL’s Tulsa Oilers and other world-classentertainment, the venue is expected to attract people of allages and backgrounds. The arena seats more than 18,000

guests and plans to host 100+ major events annually.As part of Tulsa’s Vision 2025, the BOK Center is leading the

way in downtown infrastructure growth and development.Managed by SMG, the facility is committed to serving Tulsa asan economically feasible venture, starting with sustainable andenvironmentally “green” practices in all areas of operation.

Following the legendary Eagles as the grand opening perform-ance, acts announced thus far include Kenny Chesney with specialguest LeAnn Rimes, American Idols LIVE! Tour, Rascal Flatts with special guestTaylor Swift, Comedian Jeff Dunham, 2008 World Tour of GymnasticsSuperstars, NBA Exhibition Game, So You Think You Can Dance Tour, RinglingBros. and Barnum & Bailey’s “Over the Top” Circus, Neil Diamond, CarrieUnderwood, Celine Dion, Celtic Thunder, Casting Crowns, NCAA Basketball’sUniversity of Tulsa versus the University of Oklahoma, Cirque Du Soleil –Saltimbanco, Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the World-FamousRockettes, the Harlem Globetrotters and the Lipizzaner Stallions.

The ArenaThe BOK Center was designed by world-famous architect Cesar Pelli to bean outstanding element in Tulsa’s skyline. Aside from the building’s uniquedesign, the arena boasts an experienced professional staff and amenitiesunrivaled by other event facilities. With Savor… Tulsa, an on-site fullkitchen and catering service managed by SMG , wireless internet availabili-ty and an event coordinator specifically assigned to each show, every detailof a production will be addressed. In addition, the loading docks accommo-date up to four trucks at a time to allow efficient load-in.

The ceiling boasts lapendary banners that keep sound from bouncing offthe roof, ensuring a truly unique acoustical experience. A $4-million center-hung scoreboard and a 360-degree LED ribbon board rivaling mostNBA/NHL arenas promise to keep visitors engaged in the action while acurtaining system will enhance the intimate experience viewers have duringtheater staged performances. A technologically advanced marquee withaudio is installed at the southeast corner of the arena cordially invitingeveryone to visit Tulsa’s newest masterpiece.

To keep the crowds coming, the BOK Center has a marketing departmentthat is second to none. Our in-house advertising agency will develop a com-

prehensive marketing campaign for each production thatincludes media planning and media buying, public rela-tions, group sales, grassroots marketing, third-party pro-motional tie-ins, database marketing and cross-promo-tional opportunities.

SeatingWith the innovative curtaining system, arena staff can caterto the needs of each show by varying the number of seatsavailable. Individual stadium seats boast larger-than-averagedimensions for added comfort. Center-stage events can seat19,199 at full capacity of the bowl. Theatrical events willprovide an intimate experience for guests with 3,000 to7,500 seats available and all upper levels curtained off.

Premium SeatingONEOK Premium Level seating is an exclusive experience offering the bestin seating, dining, service and relations. This level consists of 34 privatesuites, four Cox Business Event suites available on a rent-per-show basis,20 loge boxes, and 682 club seats. The owners of premium seating have aprivate VIP entrance, private elevators, season tickets for the Tulsa Talonsand Tulsa Oilers home games, and access to the ONEOK Club Lounge.

Private suites are located a mere 21 rows from the floor and include aflat-panel television monitor, refrigerator, icemaker, storage cabinets, VIPparking, in-suite catering, and concierge staff. The Cox Business Eventsuites are perfect for entertaining clients, business associates, family orfriends. Twenty loge boxes provide four reserved seats with catering,concierge services and a parking pass. Club seat holders enjoy all theamenities of premium level seating with first right to purchase event ticketsand the opportunity to purchase parking passes.

Experience Tulsa…without leaving the building!Even if BOK Center visitors are in town for a three-hour concert, they havethe opportunity to enjoy experiences unique to Tulsa. Savor… Tulsa willmeet food and beverage service needs whether you are planning a businesslunch, corporate event, formal dinner, private party or any other social affair.Savor… offers a diverse menu to satisfy the tastes of any occasion, or theexecutive chef can customize a menu for particular preferences. Catering isavailable on-site or at requested locations. From local dining optionsbrought in-house, such as In the Raw, Oklahoma-Style BBQ and Billy’s onthe Square, to an exquisite $1.35 million art collection designed by nativeOklahomans, the BOK Center is truly a reflection of a new kind of energy!

B O K C E N T E R

200 S. Denver, Tulsa, OK 74103(918) 894-4444; Fax: (918) 894-4445 • www.bokcenter.com

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As the regional entertainment hub for NW Iowa & SW Minnesota, the Clay County Regional Events Center can do it all! With a 2,500 capacity arena, 24,000 sq. ft. column free exhibit hall, and a 7,600 sq. ft. ballroom, it is the perfect place for your next event.

2,580 full concert set1,572 open floor set

130 - 10’ X 10’ booths

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For booking please contact: Scott Hallgren, General Manager

712-580-3000

A VenuWorks managed facility

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www.SpencerEvents.com

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The Clay County Regional Events Center is managed by VenuWorks (formerly Compass Facility Management), the third-largest facilities management company in the United States. VenuWorks is well known for its success in providing full management services for arenas, theaters, and convention centers, which are primarily under the governance of municipalities, counties, colleges, and universities. It also manages food and beverage operations, performs feasibility studies, does consulting work and provides event booking and promotion services.

Backstage Areas:Area includes two dressing rooms and a private green room. A wash bay can convert into additional dressing room space, production offices, meet-n-greet area, etc. Loading dock available with hydraulic load leveler.

Food & Beverage:Exclusive on-site caterer with full-service commercial kitchen.

Ticketing:Full service box office. Facility is a TicketMaster venue.

Marketing / Demographics:Spencer is the regional hub serving NW Iowa & SW Minnesota targeting a rural demographic within 100+ mile radius. Marketing services are available.

Parking:750+ free spaces available on site with additional parking on Clay County Farigrounds. Truck & Vendor parking available in service area.

Opened November of 2003, the Clay County Regional Events Center has become a regional entertainment hub. It is conveniently located in Spencer, Iowa on the Clay County Fairgrounds. The facility includes a 7,600 sq. ft. Grand Ballroom, divisible into 6 individual meeting rooms, and a 24,000 sq. ft. arena/exhibit hall. A boardroom, event office, dressing rooms, and private Green Room are also available.

Capacities:Arena/Exhibit Hall- 24,000 sq. ftFull concert set – 2,580Wrestling / Boxing (in the round) – 2,654Theater set – 2,160Open floor set (Circus, Bull Riding) – 1,572Banquet – 1,400

Grand Ballroom- 7,600 sq. ft.Theater style – 750Rounds – 504Classroom style – 450

Staging, Sound/Lighting:40’ X 84’ (or custom build) - StageRight professional concert staging 40’ X 60’ - 50,000 pound capacity sound/lighting grid (1,000 – 2,000 lbs. per hang point)

Show Power:Total of 800 amps 208v 3-phase show power. 400 amp 208v service and 200 amp 208v service with camlocks located in arena. 200 amp 208v service with camlocks located in loading dock, available as show power or may be used for buses and other backstage needs.


As the regional entertainment hub for NW Iowa & SW Minnesota, the Clay County Regional Events Center can do it all! With a 2,500 capacity arena, 24,000 sq. ft. column free exhibit hall, and a 7,600 sq. ft. ballroom, it is the perfect place for your next event.

2,580 full concert set1,572 open floor set

130 - 10’ X 10’ booths

clay countyregional centerevents

For booking please contact: Scott Hallgren, General Manager

712-580-3000

A VenuWorks managed facility

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Clay County Regional Events Center800 W. 18th St. z�Spencer, IA 51301

www.SpencerEvents.com

WWE RAWCorporate Event

Northwest Iowa Home ShowRingling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Hometown Edition Circus

Delivering OUTSTANDING Experiences

Venue Capacities:

Sesame Street Live!

38 Special Concert

The Clay County Regional Events Center is managed by VenuWorks (formerly Compass Facility Management), the third-largest facilities management company in the United States. VenuWorks is well known for its success in providing full management services for arenas, theaters, and convention centers, which are primarily under the governance of municipalities, counties, colleges, and universities. It also manages food and beverage operations, performs feasibility studies, does consulting work and provides event booking and promotion services.

Backstage Areas:Area includes two dressing rooms and a private green room. A wash bay can convert into additional dressing room space, production offices, meet-n-greet area, etc. Loading dock available with hydraulic load leveler.

Food & Beverage:Exclusive on-site caterer with full-service commercial kitchen.

Ticketing:Full service box office. Facility is a TicketMaster venue.

Marketing / Demographics:Spencer is the regional hub serving NW Iowa & SW Minnesota targeting a rural demographic within 100+ mile radius. Marketing services are available.

Parking:750+ free spaces available on site with additional parking on Clay County Farigrounds. Truck & Vendor parking available in service area.

Opened November of 2003, the Clay County Regional Events Center has become a regional entertainment hub. It is conveniently located in Spencer, Iowa on the Clay County Fairgrounds. The facility includes a 7,600 sq. ft. Grand Ballroom, divisible into 6 individual meeting rooms, and a 24,000 sq. ft. arena/exhibit hall. A boardroom, event office, dressing rooms, and private Green Room are also available.

Capacities:Arena/Exhibit Hall- 24,000 sq. ftFull concert set – 2,580Wrestling / Boxing (in the round) – 2,654Theater set – 2,160Open floor set (Circus, Bull Riding) – 1,572Banquet – 1,400

Grand Ballroom- 7,600 sq. ft.Theater style – 750Rounds – 504Classroom style – 450

Staging, Sound/Lighting:40’ X 84’ (or custom build) - StageRight professional concert staging 40’ X 60’ - 50,000 pound capacity sound/lighting grid (1,000 – 2,000 lbs. per hang point)

Show Power:Total of 800 amps 208v 3-phase show power. 400 amp 208v service and 200 amp 208v service with camlocks located in arena. 200 amp 208v service with camlocks located in loading dock, available as show power or may be used for buses and other backstage needs.



ir Elton John, Ricky Martin, Sting, The Rolling Stones andVan Halen… What could they have in common besidesbeen highly acclaimed international stars? They all have starred at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico JoséMiguel Agrelot. This modern and state-of-the-art venuehas been home to the most prestigious international

shows, concerts and sporting events.

Embedded in a property of 11.03 acres in the heart of the banking district in San Juan, Puerto Rico, the Coliseo offers adiversity of services and opportunities to maximize any showingin agenda. Sports and show business can certainly find theirplace at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico. Its dimensions have aidedin placing Puerto Rico as an important entertainment spot at aworld-wide level.

Renowned show business and special events producers arelooking towards the Coliseo de Puerto Rico as the best prepared, most promising events venue in modern days. It ishighly acknowledged by the development of upscale concertssuch as Ricky Martin’s 2007 Black and White Tour which had 4 sold outshows, 55,000 attendees and generated $4 million in gross ticket sales.

Up to date, more than 1.8 million fans have visited and enjoyed the morethan 240 events and productions celebrated at the Coliseo. During the pastthree years these events have generated more than $78 million in grossticket sales.

The Coliseo is a three-level structure with dimensions large enough toaccommodate up to 18,500 visitors at center stage concert set up.Basketball games can sit up to 17,024, while end stage concerts can hold15,694. This state-of-the-art structure has emerged as a foundation for thedevelopment of high-end productions.

It has among its special attributes 26 suites, 2 party suites, one VIP ClubLounge, 1,000 Club seats, 4 food courts with over 30 concessions and morethan 100 novelty vending areas, 4 dressing rooms, 5 locker rooms, eightsided LED Scoreboard and 2 scoreboards with message center. Additional

features include 2 meeting rooms, a press room, a media workroom, a production office, an exterior plaza with landscapingdesign, sound system designed by “Pro Sound,” and five to sixhours loading capacity. The Coliseo also takes care of the safety aspect with a security center and a patron services andfirst aid room.

The Coliseo has NBA and NHL standards and includes, among other amenities, a system to create an ice floor, which contains 51,200 linear feetor 9.7 miles of tubing for the liquid gas to go through.

This highly acclaimed edifice has already been recipient of several recogni-tions, among them, the prestigious award International Large Venue of theYear, granted by Pollstar Concert Industry Awards, and a 2007 FacilitiesPrime Site Award Winner.

Other international artists that have presented their talent successfully atthe Coliseo include Andrea Bocelli, Santana, Bon Jovi, Usher and AlejandroSanz. The list also includes local and Latin American stars such as LuisFonsi, Ednita Nazario, Juanes and Shakira.

With its privileged location near the Caribbean’s largest shopping mall,national chain hotels and fine dining locations, the Coliseo offers a world ofopportunities for any international event.

C O L I S E O D E P U E R T O R I C O

500 Arterial B Street, Hato Rey, PR 00918(787) 777-0800; (877) coliseo (265-4736) • Fax: (787) 777-0809 • www.coliseodepuertorico.com

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HISTORYToronto’s historic Elgin and Winter Garden TheatreCentre is a Canadian National Historic Site and thelast operating double-decker vaudeville era theatre inthe world. Originally built in 1913 by Marcus Loew, itcontains two distinct and unique theatres, one sittingatop the other. Both theatres operated together for 14years, but, with the coming of “talkies,” the WinterGarden closed its doors in 1928 and remained boardedup for more than 60 years.

RESTORATIONThe ensuing years brought many changes to the building but it gradually fellinto disrepair. It was purchased by the Ontario Heritage Trust in 1987 andunderwent a major restoration between 1987 and 1989 at a cost of $29 mil-lion (Cdn). A total of 65,000 square feet of new space was added includingample lobbies, lounges and an eight storey backstage addition housing spa-cious dressing rooms, crew rooms, a loading dock, freight elevator and twoenormous rehearsal studios. The Elgin now sparkles with its gilded plasterdetails, rich damask wall coverings and domed ceiling. The Winter GardenTheatre, with its canopy of 5,000 branches of real beech leaves, painted skyand lit moon, is a dream fantasy come to life. The 1561 seat Elgin and the992-seat Winter Garden can operate simultaneously with services topatrons in the 6 separate bars and adjoining lounges.

RENTAL OPPORTUNITIESA multi-use complex, the centre is able to accommodate a diverse range ofpresentations and events. The building can host live performances includingeverything from musicals, dramas, comedies, dance, and opera to concerts,lectures, book signings and television broadcasts. The centre also hosts film

premieres complete with red carpet ceremonies as well as corporate andspecial events, one-night presentations and long running engagements.Thanks to its meticulous restoration, combined with modern technologiesand patron amenities, the Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre is a per-fect venue for any presentation and ensures an enjoyable experience forpatrons and performers alike.

T H E E L G I N A N D W I N T E R G A R D E N T H E A T R E C E N T R E

189 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada(416) 325-4144 • www.heritagetrust.on.ca


OverviewFair Park, conveniently located two miles east of downtown Dallas,is one of the most unique exhibition venues in the country. A nation-al historic landmark since 1986, the park became the second city ofDallas park in 1904 and was home to a World’s Fair in 1936.

Cotton Bowl NewsThe $50-million Cotton Bowl renovation project currently underway willpreserve the historic structure of this legendary stadium while creatinga state-of-the-art facility for future generations. Phase I (completed2007): new 57’ x 83’ HD resolution video scoreboard and sound sys-tem, one of the largest of its kind in Texas; new natural grass turf; newSeating; new Railing System; Structural Upgrades; Phase II (to be com-pleted this fall): 20,000 additional seats increasing seating to 90,000+;new concession areas, additional rest rooms; new signage with his-toric graphics; new facades; new Media/Conference Center.

Selling PointsFair Park Dallas can count versatility, historic architecture, beautifulgrounds and cultural attractions among its many selling features.

For versatility, it has over 850,000 square feet of rentable spaceincluding seven exhibition halls ranging in size from 25,000 square feetof space to 94,500 square feet of space; a coliseum and stadium; andoutdoor event space. For cultural attractions, it is home to eight museums and 6 performance facilities including the Music Hall.

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Automobile Building Centennial HallFood & Fiber PavilionGrand Place BuildingTower BuildingEmbarcadero BuildingBand Shell

Dallas

Historical Art Deco Setting

Cotton Bowl StadiumFair Park Coliseum

Livestock Pavilion & ArenasPan American Arena

Old Mill Inn RestaurantPlus: Eight Museums!

FAIR PARK . . . A unique cultural and entertainment venue for successful events!

www.fairparkdallas.comLocated five minutes east of downtown Dallas

P.O. Box159090, Dallas, Texas 75315 • For Rental Information Call 214.670.8400

P.O. Box 159090, Dallas, TX 75315(214) 670-8400 • www.fairparkdallas.com.

Automobile Building84,500 sq. ft.

Centennial Hall94,500 sq. ft.

Food & Fiber Pavilion25,000 sq. ft.

Grand Place Building50,000 sq. ft.

Tower Building40,000 sq. ft.

Embarcadero Building27,000 sq. ft.

Band ShellCotton Bowl Stadium

Fair Park Coliseum

Livestock Pavilion & Arenas

Pan American Arena

Old Mill Inn Restaurant

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ocated just off I-40 in downtown Oklahoma City, andacross the street from the Cox Business ConventionCenter, Ford Center is only 15 minutes from the Will Rogers World Airport. Conveniently both SMG-managed facilities are also just steps away from numer-ous hotels, attractions, and dining and entertainment

options in Downtown Oklahoma City and Bricktown.

HistoryHome to the Oklahoma City Blazers (Central HockeyLeague), the Oklahoma City Yard Dawgz (arena football) and now an Oklahoma City NBA team (beginning with the2008-09 NBA season), the Ford Center also plays host tomajor concerts, family events, ice shows, sporting eventsand the latest in show-stopping entertainment. While it ismanaged by SMG, the Ford Center is owned by the City ofOklahoma City and was the premier project of its visionarycapital improvement program (MAPS) to finance new andupgraded sports, entertainment, cultural and conventionfacilities with a one-cent sales tax.

ImprovementsOn March 4, 2008, Oklahoma City voters overwhelminglyapproved another temporary one-cent sales tax, which isexpected to generate $121.6 million over 15 months to fund several majorupgrades to the Ford Center. Plans include a grand entrance, multistory atrium, new restaurants, clubs, concession areas, bunker suites, loge boxes,roof top gardens, locker rooms, a warm-up basketball court, team officesand a 12,000-square-foot family fun zone.

CapacitiesFord Center offers a variety of seating configurations with varying capaci-ties from 4,000 to 20,000. The arena is currently a spacious 586,000 withseating for up to 19,711 for concerts in-the-round, 19,231 with an endstage, 19,599 for basketball, 18,036 for hockey and 17,868 for arena foot-ball. The arena floor itself is 144’ x 260’, for a total of 34,074 square feet.With its permanent ice floor, portable insulated flooring system, portablebasketball floor and portable arena football turf, the Ford Center is equippedto accommodate a number of diverse event configurations. For maximumflexibility, Ford Center’s arena curtaining system features rigging capabilitiesand can create an intimate setting for any event.

Food & BeverageSAVOR… Catering by SMG provides exclusive in-house catering services,and currently manages three onsite restaurants, private bars, 24 concessionstands and specialty vendors offering guests a wide variety of food and beverage choices.

TicketingFord Center has partnered with Ticketmaster, allowing each of our clients to benefit from their advanced ticket distribution services and marketingsolutions.

MarketThe Oklahoma City metro enjoys a population of over 1.1 million residentswho continue to support the Ford Center and the events it hosts, as evi-denced by the voter-approved tax increase to fund more the $100 million inupgrades, and the facilities ability to continually rank as a top arena venuebased on ticket sales.

F O R D C E N T E R

100 West Reno, Oklahoma City, OK 73102(405) 602-8700; Fax: (405) 602-8505 • www.okfordcenter.com

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©2008 Hershey Entertainment & Resort Company. All words, designs, and phrases appearing with the symbol ®, SM, or TM are trademarks used under license or with permission.

To book Giant CenterSM and Hershey Theatre, please contact:

Vikki Hultquist950 W. Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033

[email protected]

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IANT Center broke ground inNovember of 2000, and openedits doors in October of 2002,with a performance by Cher.From that moment, GIANT

Center has been the area’s leadingsports and entertainment venue.GIANT Center is also home to thelongest standing member of theAmerican Hockey League, the HER-SHEY BEARS, which has been goingstrong since 1938.

Because of the constant support ofits many fans, GIANT Center continuesto be ranked as one of world’s bestconcert venues in Billboard, Pollstar and Venues Today publications. Inaddition, the readers of Harrisburg Magazine selected GIANT Center astheir choice for Performance Hall 2006 Readers Choice.

Located in downtown Hershey, Pennsylvania, this magnificent theatrehas established itself as the area’s premier performing arts center,presenting the finest in touring Broadway shows, classical music and danceattractions, and world-renowned entertainers.

The magnificent Hershey Theatre was conceived by entrepreneur andphilanthropist Milton S. Hershey in the early 20th century and is proudly cel-

ebrating 75 years of the performing arts during the 2009-2009 season.

Recently, Hershey Theatre has been getting a standing ovation by ranking as one of the top theaters in the world by Pollstar and Venues

Today for the first time in their 75-year history.

G I A N T C E N T E R

50 West Hersheypark DriveHershey, PA 17033

(717) 534-3911; Fax: (717) 534-8996www.giantcenter.net

©2008 Hershey Entertainment & Resort Company. All words, designs, and phrases appearing with the symbol ®, SM, or TM are trademarks used under license or with permission.

To book Giant CenterSM and Hershey Theatre, please contact:

Vikki Hultquist950 W. Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033

[email protected]

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Halton Arena is on the campus of the University of North CarolinaCharlotte, in the dynamic city of Charlotte, N.C. – the largest inthe state. Sitting squarely between Raleigh and Atlanta by way

of two interstate highways and an international airport, routingthrough Charlotte is exceptionally convenient.

UNC Charlotte is a fast-growing, modern campus with 23,000students — and they’re eager for entertainment! Halton Arena is a73,000-sq.-ft., multi-use, two-tiered facility within the BarnhardtStudent Activity Center. Thanks to retractable seating and curtainpartitions, Halton Arena enjoys remarkable flexibility in its program-ming. The venue seats over 9,000 for sporting events, and over6,500 for concerts and most entertainment events.

The arena offers its guests 205 wheelchair-accessible seats,2,353 premier seats for athletic events and 2,100 seats formusic/entertainment events. The upper level also offers 6,000 sq. ft.of sub-dividable meeting space, boasting fully-integrated A/V sup-port – perfect for receptions or conferences.

Other amenities include a pressroom, three large dressingrooms and two VIP rooms with private showers, sofas and wirelessInternet. There are 1,600 parking spaces adjacent to the HaltonArena and nearly 10,000 more within walking distance. Halton alsohas the advantage of the university’s full-time police staff.

Halton Arena is home for the UNC Charlotte 49ers men’s basketball team.The venue has hosted events such as the ESPN Pepsi Classic College BasketballTournament, Wyclef Jean, Steven Curtis Chapman, Jessica Simpson, andCounting Crows. But it’s not just athletic events and concerts that take placehere; Halton Arena has accommodated technology conferences, large groupmeetings and an annual festival with over 10,000 visitors.

Because Halton Arena is central to campus life, professional facility person-nel uphold the mission of outstanding customer service as an everyday responsi-

bility to those who use it. The management is charged with bringing qualityentertainment to the campus, the students, and the community – and the staffworks closely with its clients to make every event an outstanding experience.

Consider the appeal of Halton Arena: great location, experienced staff, atten-tive service, and the benefits of a built-in audience and infrastructure. Whatmore do you need?

T H E H A LT O N A R E N A

9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28223(704) 687-4800, Fax: (704) 687-4803 • www.uncc.edu/sac


With its elegant Spanish architecture, stunning river views, and its convenient historic downtown Fort Myers location, Harborside Event Center is the perfect location for your next event. Whether you have 20 guests or 2,500, Harborside will provide you with the best facility, service and equipment.

From coordinating custom menus with our in-house culinary experts, to working with our event staff, you’ll get professional hassle-free service. Harborside’s goal is to make your event a success!

42,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting and banquet space

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Meeting and conference attendees convene on the banks ofthe Caloosahatchee River at Harborside Event Center.The event center’s elegant pre-function space providespristine riverfront views for your guests while registering

and enjoying meal functions or cocktails. The facility is Wi-Fiready and has all of your audio visual needs from large formatprojectors and screens to sound systems, wireless mics and somuch more. Our in-house Technical Services department willassist you in planning the audio-visual needs of your event. Ourexpert culinary team will create all-day menu options to cover

morning breaks all the way through to evening receptions.At Harborside Event Center, we pride ourselves in being

flexible, functional and professional. A member of our EventServices team will be assigned to your event to work directlywith you on planning every last detail needed to make a spec-tacular and professional meeting or conference. Nearby newlyrenovated hotels and a brand-new boutique property offer awide range of accommodation options for your attendees.Pre-negotiated discounts exist at partner hotels when bookingmeetings at the event center.

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East Foyer 25’ x 50’ 1,250Riverfront Terrace 150’ x 12’ 1,800

1375 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901(239) 321-8120; (800) 294-9516 Fax: (239) 332-2242 • www.HarborsideEvents.com

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HOYT SHERMAN PLACETHE PLACEA grand manor home built in 1877 by prominent businessman Hoyt Sherman; the structure is now a museum and performing arts center.

Located at the cornerstone of Des Moines’ historic Sherman Hill neighborhood, the Theater and adjacent Art Galleries have become a vibrant community-gathering place for a diverse group of performing artists and arts organizations, as well as serving corporate and individual customers’ needs for meetings, exhibits, and social gatherings. Concurrently, the mansion has welcomed visitors from around the country to tour the Victorian home with its unique architectural features, antique furnishings, and art.

THE THEATERAt the heart of the programming activities is the Theater, which opened in 1923. It is Central Iowa’s only mid-sized performing arts venue and the last remaining historical theater in Des Moines. Outstanding acoustical characteristics, one-of-a-kind rococo plasterwork, historic wall grills that compliment the high domed ceiling, an immense arched balcony, box seating, and a beautiful mezzanine are key features of this historic theater known for both its intimacy and grandeur. Artists who have graced the stage include Joan Baez, David Sedaris, Lyle Lovett, Dwight Yoakam, and Jeff Dunham.

THE GALLERIESRespectively added to the house in 1907 and 1923, the Art Gallery and Byers Room with their ballroom design contain an impressive collection of rare artworks, elaborately carved furniture and ancient artifacts. The galleries can be transformed for a unique sit down dining experience, a social cocktail party or a unique meeting place.

Hoyt Sherman Place is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a member of the League of Historic American Theaters.

VENUWORKSHoyt Sherman Place is managed by VenuWorks (formerly Compass Facility Management), the third-largest facilities management company in the United States. VenuWorks is well known for its success in providing full management services for arenas, theaters, and convention centers, which are primarily under the governance of municipalities, counties, colleges, and universities. It also manages food and beverage, performs feasibility studies, does consulting work and provides event booking and promotion services.

HOYT SHERMAN PLACETHE PLACE FOR

Our 1,250-seat — historically preserved, state-of-the-art theater includes a private loading dock, superb acoustics, house lighting and sound.

Our professional, dedicated staff has a combined background of 50 years experience in the arts and entertainment industry. We offer marketing support, full ticketing services and technical assistance.

For rental information and a virtual tour of the mansion, art gallery and theater, visit our website at www.hoytsherman.org.

Booking Contact: Erica Hartschen515.313.1756 or 515.244.0507 ext. [email protected]

www.hoytsherman.org

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After fifteen years The i wireless Center

continues to be one of the top grossing

mid-size venues in the country. Recently, the

building has undergone over $2 million dollars

in renovations including a state-of-the-art

LED board, a new ice rink to accommodate

the AHL Quad City Flames, and a Premium

Seating Area and VIP lounge.

Easily routable from Chicago, St. Louis,

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Center offers rental as well as in-house and

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and professional staff. The arena provides a

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staff, affordable event labor, and low rates.

Every year since opening its doors in 1993,

the building has ranked among the top five

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Neil Diamond, Bette Midler, The Eagles, Tina

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Whether it’s arena seating for over 15,000 or a theatre for 2,900,sophisticated sites for exhibits or galas, breakout spaces or justspace to take a break – Seattle’s premier event facilities are allhere, at Seattle Center.

KeyArena at Seattle Center is the first choice for concerts, familyshows, and other entertainment events, as well as major conventionsand corporate meetings. Flexible seating configurations up to 15,500 areperfect for shows, speaking engagements, and presentations to largegroups. The only arena in Seattle, KeyArena’s advanced productioncapabilities, experienced staff and premier guest services will help youcreate events that exceed expectations.

McCaw Hall at Seattle Center features two auditoriums, elegantfunction spaces, and stunning architecture.

The 2,900-seat Susan Brotman Auditorium is Seattle’s leading theatre forconcerts, family entertainment, corporate meetings and more.

The 381-seat Nesholm Family Lecture Hall features state-of-the-art techni-cal systems, perfect for multi-media events, seminars, and meetings.

The beautifully appointed Lobbies and Reception Rooms provide elegantspace for your welcome reception, private party, luncheon or banquet.

An array of other flexible exhibit and banquet spaces, meetingrooms, outdoor lawns and plazas are just steps away from KeyArenaand McCaw Hall, including Fisher Pavilion, the Seattle CenterExhibition Hall, and the Northwest Rooms. Experienced staff, professional event services, a variety of the region’s best caterers, plentiful parking and more are at your service at Seattle Center.

All of this in an extraordinary setting. Seattle Center’s beautifullylandscaped 74-acre campus includes 17 acres of open space, withpleasant outdoor courtyards, fountains and lush green spaces for relaxation. Event facilities are set alongside more than 30 cultural, educational, sports and entertainment organizations, including famousattractions like the Space Needle and International Fountain. Guests canchoose from a large selection of restaurants, shopping and hotels quickly accessed in the neighborhood, or with a two-minute ride downtown on the Seattle Center Monorail.

We invite you and your attendees to create your own Seattle Centerexperience, joining the more than 12 million annual visitors who makeSeattle Center their favorite Northwest destination.

K E Y A R E N A A T S E A T T L E C E N T E R

305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109(206) 684-7202; Fax: (206) 684-7366

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Nestled along the banks of the Mississippi River, the RiverCenter/AdlerTheatre is indeed a “center of exceptional events” in the Midwest. TheRiverCenter/Adler Theatre staff takes pride in providing clients with

everything they need to ensure an event that meets objectives and exceedsexpectations, with personalized event coordination, exclusive catering,show decorating and more.

Meeting and event planners find the light and industrial feeling of theRiverCenter immediately appealing. Whether a board meeting for 15 or a con-vention of 3,000, the RiverCenter/Adler Theatre is ideal for meetings, conven-tions, consumer shows and an array of special events, offering 100,000 squarefeet of flexible meeting and event space to meet the needs of any group.

Originally an RKO movie theatre that opened in 1931, the Adler Theatreboasts seating of 2,400 in a beautiful historic art-deco style that reopenedfor live performances in 1986. Recently updated again with an expandedbackstage to accommodate bigger shows, other improvements were alsomade to the sound system and lighting and rigging capabilities, as well asimproved heating and cooling.

The Adler Theatre perfectly complements the RiverCenter, providing dis-tinct but separate entities adjacent to each other for multiple-layered func-tions and meetings. Any event can be enhanced with the use of the AdlerTheatre, and conventions, trade shows, or annual events at both the Adlerand the RiverCenter are always accompanied by uncompromising service.

The RiverCenter/Adler Theatre is managed by VenuWorks (formerlyCompass Facility Management), the third-largest facilities managementcompany in the United States. VenuWorks is well known for its success inproviding full management services for arenas, theaters, and conventioncenters, which are primarily under the governance of municipalities, coun-ties, colleges, and universities. It also manages food and beverage opera-tions, performs feasibility studies, does consulting work and provides eventbooking and promotion services.

R I V E R C E N T E R / A D L E R T H E A T R E

136 E Third Street, Davenport, IA 52801(563) 326-8500 • Fax: (563) 326-8505

www.riverctr.com • www.adlertheatre.com


C A PAC I T I E SThe Swiftel Center is a full service, multi-purpose facility and can be configured intomany different set ups including — 4300 capacity for basketball, 5400 End-stageConcert (reserved), and 7000 End-stage Concert (festival). In addition, the SwiftelCenter offers 15,000 square feet of meeting space. We may be selling space in ourfacility, but the real foundation is our staff. With our dedication to make your eventsuccessful from conception to reality, the Swiftel Center is able to provide superiorservice with a friendly smile.

M A R K E T / D E M O G R A P H I C SPopulation within a fifty (50) mile radius is approximately 275,000.

B OX O F F I C E / T I C K E T I N GThe Swiftel Center is a Ticketmaster facility with a full service on-site box office.

S O U N D A N D S TAG EStageRight Stage — 40' x 60'. Adjust height from 4' to 6'. House sound system is aBOSE Quality Systems center hung powered by Crown Amplification throughoutthe building. Full Rigging grid available and Daktronics Galaxy Message Center.

F O O D & B E V E R AG ETreat America Food Services provides all in-house catering and concessions.

M A N AG E D BYThe Swiftel Center is managed by VenuWorks (formerly Compass Facility Management), the third-largestfacilities management company in the UnitedStates. VenuWorks is well known for its success in providing full management services for arenas, theaters, and convention centers, which are primarily under the governance of municipalities, counties, colleges, and universities. It also manages food and beverage operations, performs feasibility studies, does consulting work and provides event booking and promotion services.

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Midwest Hospitality at its Best

Midwest Hospitality at its Best! 824 32nd Avenue • Brookings SD 57006 • 605-692-7539

www.swiftelcenter.com • Fax: 605-697-6393For booking information, please contact

Tom Richter, Executive Director at: [email protected].

Located along Interstate 29, exit 132. Brookings offers two major roadways leading to the Center: I-29 and US Hwy 14.


Three Rivers is the confluence of everything that makes for great events: from the versatility of the Toyota Center to the distinctive Three Rivers

Convention Center with our dedicated staff serving you all along the way. Centrally located between Seattle, Portland, Spokane, and Boise in the Tri-Cities community of 250,000, Three Rivers is surrounded by world-class wine regions, top-rated golf, miles of riverfront parks and trails, and abundant dining, shopping, and accommodation options.

Toyota CenterComfortably seating 5,000 to 7,000 in six configurations, the Toyota Center is superbly suited for entertainment, sports, trade shows, and meetings. The facility’s concourse provides access to conces-sions and amenities, and private suites provide exclusive viewing for VIP attend-ees. A separate banquet area accommo-dates groups up to 250 with a dance floor, private entrance, and full-service bar.

Three Rivers Convention CenterThe 75,000-square-foot Three Rivers Convention Center is ideal for meet-ings and conventions. The Great Hall provides 21,600 square feet easily transformed into a ballroom accom-modating 1,500 or subdivided into smaller spaces. The Convention Center also includes meeting rooms, a soaring glass foyer, private board room, and Cyber Café.

The Three Rivers Campus is managed by VenuWorks (formerly Compass Facility Management), the third-largest facilities management company in the United States. VenuWorks is well known for its success in providing full management services for arenas, theaters, and convention centers, which are primarily under the governance of municipalities, counties, colleges, and universities. It also manages food and beverage operations, performs feasibility studies, does consulting work and provides event booking and promotion services.

7016 W. Grandridge Boulevard, Kennewick, WA 99336

(509) 737-3700; Fax: (509)735-9431www.yourtoyotacenter.com • www.threeriversconventioncenter.com

Seating Capacity: 7,000Exhibit space: 27,000 sq ftBanquet space: 3,000 sq ftDessing rooms: 5VIP suites: 11Press boxIce rinkXenon Supertrouper spotlights: 2Rigging & stagingCatering room

Total space: 75,000 sq ftGreat Hall: 21,600 sq ftFoyer: 14,000 sq ftMeeting rooms: 13Latest A/V TechnologyProgrammable lightingIn-House catererOn-site managers and staffFlexible restrooms by groupWi-Fi Internet

TOYOTA CENTER & THREE RIVERS CONVENTION CENTER


Built as the premier entertainment and convention facility in EasternIowa, the U.S. Cellular Center provides the flexible framework fromwhich you can develop a first-class event. The arena floor covers30,000 square feet and can be modified to suit a range of events

such as concerts, conventions, rodeos, expos, ice shows, basketballtournaments and a variety of others. Our flexible curtain system allowsfor a seating capacity of 10,000 for general admission concerts, 5,500for reserved seat events, or 1,500 seats for a more intimate setting. Thefacility remains on the leading edge of bringing culturally rich, highlyentertaining events to the surrounding population, with a staff commit-ted to making your event a success.

The Paramount Theatre is considered the crown jewel of CedarRapids and is one of just 300 movie palaces left in the United Statesaccording to a story in USA Today. Built in the architecturally extrava-gant era of the 1920’s, the Paramount offers an intimate ambience andcrisp acoustics unsurpassed throughout the region. The Theatre under-went a $7.8-million renovation in 2003, which included a 57’ wing spaceaddition, new HVAC system, new restrooms and dressing rooms, alongwith numerous cosmetic improvements. This 1,896-seat theatre hostsconcerts, comedians, corporate meetings, dance recitals and aBroadway Series, and is home to the Cedar Rapids Symphony Orchestra,the Cedar Rapids Area Theatre Organ Society and Community Concerts.

Nestled in the densely populated corridor of Eastern Iowa, both facil-ities draw event attendees from a population base of more than1,000,000 people. The center of this population group is within an hourand a half drive from Cedar Rapids. Event programming is carefullyplanned to appeal to a gamut of progressive tastes and traditional inter-ests; built on a solid past and unwavering in our commitment to astronger future.

The U.S. Cellular Center and Paramount Theatre are managed byVenuWorks (formerly Compass Facility Management), the third-largestfacilities management company in the United States. VenuWorks is wellknown for its success in providing full management services for arenas,theaters, and convention centers, which are primarily under the governanceof municipalities, counties, colleges, and universities. It also manages foodand beverage operations, performs feasibility studies, does consulting workand provides event booking and promotion services.

U.S. CELLULAR CENTER & PARAMOUNT THEATRE

370 1st Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401(319) 398-5211 x1207 • Fax: (319) 362-2102

www.uscellularcenter.com


eading into their seventh year, the Verizon Wireless Arenahas drawn over 4.4 million people becoming one of thenation’s most popular and successful arenas of its size.This state-of-the-art arena has brought over 830 eventsranging from concerts, athletic events, family shows andconventions to the Manchester, New Hampshire area, sell-

ing-out more than 120 of them. The Verizon Wireless Arena cap-tured both the historic and cutting-edge look of the city ofManchester with its ultra-modern yet classical architectural design.The arena’s red brick façade fruitfully blends with the refurbishedred brick structures of this old factory town that has been reborninto one of the art, cultural and high-tech capitals of New England.

Within a 30-mile radius, a population exceeding two millionencircles the arena including approximately 45,000 college studentsin the Greater Manchester Area alone. The arena can accommodateanywhere from 2,500-11,770 of this populace for concerts and entertainmentevents and a capacity of 10,104 for hockey games and other sporting events.There is no bad seat in the arena due to its unique elliptical design that allowsfor an increase in seating on all sides of the arena rather than the ends of thearena, providing outstanding sight lines for all fans.

In addition to the general seating there are 542 club seats, 34 luxury suites,five party suites and a private club lounge, all with great views of the action.Four permanent concession stands are located around the building, along withone-to-12 mobile concession stands that can be utilized as needed. There aremore than 4,000 parking spaces within 2,000 feet of the arena, including munici-pal parking garages, parking lots and on street parking. Six indoor, street-levelticket windows are located in the front of the building that are easily accessible.

The Manchester Monarchs, American Hockey League affiliate to the LosAngeles Kings, made the Verizon Wireless Arena their home and have done agreat job at engrossing the citizens of Manchester with the thrill of the game. Itonly took one season before the Monarchs led the league in attendance and theycontinue to be a strong draw. Along with the Monarchs, the arena has hosted avariety of college sporting events including a University of New Hampshire vs.Dartmouth men’s hockey game in 2002 that became the largest collegiate sport-ing event in the history of the state of New Hampshire. The University of NewHampshire continues to call Manchester home at least once a year.

Two thousand three brought about a new addition to the arena with anincreasing demand for Arena Football, by bringing the Manchester Wolves ofarenafootball2 to the Manchester area. In their inaugural season consisting of

eight home games, the Wolves were an instant hit averaging6,500 fans a game with expectations for increased attendance inthe upcoming season. Verizon Wireless Arena referred to the com-ing of the Wolves as “the opportunity of presenting yet anotherexciting form of sports and entertainment at the Verizon WirelessArena, continuing our efforts to provide quality family entertain-ment for the residents of Manchester and the state of NewHampshire.” Now in their fifth season, the Manchester Wolvesare ranked fifth for best attendance for arenafootball2.

Since its conception, the Verizon Wireless Arena has satisfiedover 2.3 million individual entertainment needs with its concertsand non-sporting events. Since Aerosmith took center stage infront of a sold out crowd in the arena’s first performance, the arenahas seen many of the worlds prevalent stars such as: Elton John,KISS, Ozzy Osbourne, Neil Diamond, Britney Spears, James Taylor,

the Eagles, Dave Matthews Band and the list goes on and on. Along withastounding stars, the arena has also seen shows such as WWE Smackdown!/RAW/Backlash, Sesame Street Live!, The Wiggles, Thunder Nationals (MonsterTrucks) and the Ringling Bros. & Barnum and Bailey Circus®. Not to mention abrief stop by Barack Obama and Oprah Winfrey in December 2007.

The Verizon Wireless Arena does not only provide sports action and enter-tainment excitement to New Hampshire residents but also an important tool fortrade and business shows. Such trade and business shows that have been heldat this booming arena include the New Hampshire Restaurant and Lodging TradeShow, the New England RV and Motor Coach Exposition, Governors InauguralBall and the Verizon Wireless Tech Seminar to name a few.

Just shy of seven years, the still young Verizon Wireless Arena has success-fully satisfied the interests of the community of Manchester and the citizens ofNew Hampshire. Business NH Magazine has awarded the Arena, and its man-agement company, SMG as the Business of the Year (touring/Hospitality), andthe Best Concert Venue in the State for the seventh year in a row. Along with itssuccess in New Hampshire, the Verizon Wireless Arena has received nationalrecognition for its’ success consistently ranking within the top five worldwide forarenas 15,000 or less. Take a versatile and contemporary venue design, smartpromotions and a state with a growing population and economy, and you havewhat the Verizon Wireless Arena has become: an established sports, entertain-ment and convention facility in the competitive New England market. Since itsconception, the Verizon Wireless Arena has been doing things right.

V E R I Z O N W I R E L E S S A R E N A

555 Elm Street, Manchester, NH 03101(603) 644-5000; Fax: (603) 644-1575 • www.verizonwirelessarena.com

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Willett Hall is situated in a quiet residential community inPortsmouth, VA, in the heart of Hampton Roads, a regionalarea of about 1.5 million people. The building draws from as

far north as Richmond, Virginia, and as far south as northeasternNorth Carolina. It is easily accessible from interstates 64, 264and 664.

Known for its excellent acoustics, the facility has seating sointimate that the last row of seats is only 175 feet from thestage. In addition to very competitive rental and labor rates,Willett Hall also offers the opportunity for co-promotion, as wellas assistance with marketing and advertising. The staff atWillett Hall is also able to assist with any special needs thatclients and performers may need including catering, limousineservice and much more.

Willett Hall is a concert theatre which proudly features con-certs, guest speakers, theatrical performances, musicals anddance performances. Youth shows are also held during the schoolyear for students in the surrounding areas.

The seating capacity for Willett Hall is 1,924 seats whichinclude 868 front orchestra, 591 rear orchestra and 465 balconyseats. Accessible Seating is available.

Reception areas are also available for meetings and receptions. Loungewill accommodate 75 – 100 persons.

The curtains include Main Act Curtain, Mid Stage Traveler, ConcertTraveler, Upstage Cyclorama, 6 Paris Leg Curtains and 6 Border Curtains.The stage is 4,185 square feet in size – 45 feet deep, 93 feet wide. TheProscenium is 50-feet wide. Stage opening is 50-feet wide, 28-feet high.The floor is maple. Orchestra Pit measures 520 square feet.

Willet Hall features: two load docks, truck height, stage level. Four (4)solo dressing rooms; two (2) chorus rooms; one (1) Green Room. Men’sand ladies facilities are available. We also have Two concession standsselling food and beverages: one (1) located downstairs and one (1) locatedin the balcony area.

W I L L E T T H A L L

3701 Willett Drive, Portsmouth, VA 23707(757) 393-5369; Fax: (757) 393-7324 • www.willetthall.com


T he Winston-Salem Entertainment-Sports Complex consists of TheLawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Dixie Classic Fairgrounds,Joel Coliseum Annex, Bowman Gray Stadium, Joel Coliseum Theatre

and Ernie Shore Field.Complex Director Bucky Dame said, “Having a destination name for the

entire complex will be advantageous since some of the buildings are notcurrently named. The new name says it all, not only does it tell everyonewhat we do but also where we are. We feel this is very important. Thenames of the individual facilities, such as the Lawrence Joel VeteransMemorial Coliseum & the Dixie Classic Fairgrounds, will remain intact andwill not be affected, just the overall complex identity.“

The Complex fills its event calendar with Wake Forest University men’sand women’s basketball, Winston-Salem State University men’s andwomen’s basketball and football, N.C’s second largest agricultural fair, theDixie Classic Fair, races at NASCAR’s longest running weekly race track,concerts, family shows, tennis rodeos, ice skating, banquets, meetings, con-ventions and more!

Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum serves as a center point ofthe complex. The facility’s flexible design offers a variety of seating andstage options to efficiently accommodate many types of performances.

The 15,000-seat arena transforms into The Joel Coliseum Theatre,which provides a distinctively different, upscale, and intimate entertainment experience. The Theatre seats 5,839, and is designed to stand alone as acompletely separate venue.

The Dixie Classic Fairgrounds is home to the Dixie Classic Fair each fall.Begun 125 years ago, this 10-day annual fair offers numerous rides andentertainment by nationally known artists, as well as demolition derbys,bull riding, and over 70,000 square feet of exhibits ranging from bakedgoods and vegetables to fine arts and flowers. Attendance at the fairexceeds 325,000 each year.

Bowman Gray Stadium is located near Winston-Salem State University.For concerts and special events, Bowman Gray Stadium holds more than28,000 fans. Seating is 17,000 for Winston-Salem State football andNASCAR racing.

In addition, The Winston-Salem Entertainment-Sports Complex offersover 120,000 square feet of meeting and exhibit space. From 15 to 15,000,our facilities will fit your needs.

W I N S T O N - S A L E M E N T E R T A I N M E N T - S P O R T S C O M P L E X

2825 University Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27105(336) 725-5635; Fax: (336) 727-2922 • www.ljvm.com


B O O K I N GG U I D E S

Chris HansenCOLISEO DE PUERTO RICOSince opening in 2004,1.8+ million fans have visited and enjoyed more than 240 events.Page: 26

Valora Baskerville WILLETT HALLIn the heart of Hampton Roads,Virginia, a regional area ofabout 1.5 million people—alsodraws from Richmond andnortheastern North Carolina.Page: 49

Kevin Harris ELGIN AND WINTERGARDEN THEATRECENTREToronto has more than 2.5 million residents; GreaterToronto Area has 5+million population.Page: 27

Daniel HuertaFAIR PARKVisited by 7+million & hosts125+ events each year.Page: 28

Gary DesjardinsFORD CENTERThe Oklahoma City metro area enjoys a population of1.1+ million residents who continue to support the Ford CenterPage: 29

FACILITIES LISTING INDEX A-Z

1st Mariner Arena .............................................................52

Air Canada Centre............................................................52

Alerus Center....................................................................52

AmericanBank Center ......................................................52

Arie Crown Theatre ..........................................................53

AT&T Center .....................................................................53

The BOK Center ...............................................................54

Burnsville Performing Arts Center ..................................54

Central Iowa Expo ............................................................54

CenturyTel Center ............................................................54

Cheyenne Civic Center ....................................................55

Clay County Regional Events Center ............................55

Coliseo De Puerto Rico....................................................56

Dunkin’ Donuts Center ....................................................56

Duplin County Events Center..........................................56

The Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre ..............56

Emil and Patricia A. Jones

Convocation Center/Chicago State University ..............57

Fair Park.............................................................................57

Florence Civic Center.......................................................58

Ford Center.......................................................................58

General Motors Place ......................................................58

Giant Center .....................................................................59

Halton Arena/UNC Charlotte..........................................59

Harborside Event Center .................................................59

Hoyt Sherman Place.........................................................60

i wireless Center ...............................................................60

IZOD Center .....................................................................60

Lloyd Noble Center..........................................................61

MTS Centre .......................................................................61

New Orleans Theater at the Convention Center ...........61

Racine Civic Centre ..........................................................62

RiverCenter/Adler Theatre ..............................................62

Seattle Center/KeyArena.................................................62

Sovereign Bank Arena......................................................62

Spartanburg Expo Center................................................63

Swiftel Center ...................................................................63

Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center................................64

Topeka Performing Arts Center ......................................64

Toyota Center/Three Rivers Convention Center ...........64

U.S. Cellular Arena ...........................................................64

U.S. Cellular Center/Paramount Theatre .......................65

Verizon Wireless Arena ....................................................65

Vicksburg Convention Center & Auditorium.................65

Victoria Gardens Cultural Center....................................66

Willet Hall/City of Portsmouth ........................................66

Winston-Salem Entertainment-Sports Complex ...........66

XCEL Energy Center ........................................................66


1ST MARINER ARENAWest Baltimore StreetBaltimore, MD 21201(410) 347-2020; Fax: (410) 347-2042www.1stmarinerarena.comGeneral Manager: Frank Remesch, Jr.

“Continuing To Make History…”Snapshot: 1st Mariner Arena, (formerlyBaltimore Arena) is Baltimore’s largestindoor sports and entertainment facility.Seating: Permanent Seats on 3 levels:11,014 (Plus 28 wheelchair spaces);Portable Floor Seating Available;Concert Capacity, Large Theatre:13,000 – 13,600; Concert Capacity, Inthe Round: 14,000; Mini TheatreCapacity: 5,000 – 7,500; Sports EventsCapacities: 11,000 -14,000.Backstage: 7 connecting meeting rooms27’x 27’ available for small functions; 2large team rooms tile floor (30’ x 30’: sixshower heads each); 10 small dressingrooms (5’ x 7’ & 10’ x 8’: 1 shower headeach); Promoter’s office/Productionoffices; Catering Room.

Staging: Depth: 45’ Clear; Width:117’; Height: 42’; House stage exten-sion available: 72’ maximum width by 4’– 8’ – 12’ deep by 42” high (constructedwith portable stage sections).Lighting: Arena is lit by a max ofincandescent and mercury vapor lampsin four independent banks;Supplemental seating area lighting isavailable in banks of fluorescents andceiling hung pin spots.Sound: House Sound – Meyer ConcertSystem—Sound Lab speakers driventhrough a series of amplifying, processingand equalizing equipment; System com-ponents include: Main Cluster – TwelveMeyer MSL3 Cabinets; Delay Cluster –Twelve Meyer UPA-1A Cabinets; FrontFill – Four Meyer UPA-1A Cabinets.Food & Beverage: Catering by SavorBaltimore, an SMG Company; 12 con-cession Stands; 3 portable bars.Parking: 850-car garage attached tobuilding; Over 2,000 spaces availablewithin a 5-minute walk; Light RailSystem stop.Marketing: full-service Marketing &Public Relations department.Demographics: attracts patrons from 5states and Washington D.C. (8.1 mil-lion potential guests).See ad on page 19

MARYLAND

AIR CANADA CENTRE40 Bay Street Toronto, ON M5J 2X2(416) 815-5500; Fax: (416) 359-9332www.theaircanadacentre.comDirector, Live Entertainment: Patti-Anne Tarlton

“Air Canada Centre is Toronto’s the-atre of sport and entertainment.”Snapshot: The Air Canada Centreopened in February 1999 and is homeof the Toronto Maple Leafs of theNational Hockey League (NHL), theToronto Raptors Basketball Club of theNational Basketball Association (NBA)and the Toronto Rock Lacrosse of theNational Lacrosse League (NLL).Capacities: Hockey: 18,000;Basketball: 19,800; Concert: 18,000;End Stage 270˚ Concert: 15,000;Concert Bowl: 8-10,000; Theatre 3,200– 6,000 (Curtaining system has 3 fixedpositions).Staging: The Air Canada Centre has a40 x 60’ Stage Right platform system

which is configurable as required.Sound/Lighting: Sporting eventannounce system, LED screens andjumbotron services are available onrequest; House followspots and comlines, 2 forklifts, plus full event rigginggrid for custom sound/light set-ups.Available power disconnects include2x200 amp, 5x400 amp, 1x600 amp all208V/three phase.Backstage Areas: 7 backstage rooms;configurations assignable as requested.Food & Beverage: over 50 Concessionand Vending stands on three differentconcourse levels; two in-arena bars—Lord Stanley’s Mug, located on themain concourse—Ice Box, located onthe 300 level which gives the fans agreat view of the arena bowl; 3 restau-rants; the Platinum Club, Air CanadaClub and the Hot Stove Club.Marketing: In-house Event Marketingteam.Demographics: Toronto is the largestmetropolitan area in Canada, and thefifth largest municipality in NorthAmerica with a population of over 2.5million. One-quarter of Canada’s popu-lation live within a 100-mile radius.See ad on page 53

ONTARIO, CANADA

ALERUS CENTER1200 South 42nd StreetGrand Forks, ND 58201(701) 792-1200; Fax: (701) 746-6511www.aleruscenter.comDirector of Administration: Vione Jordheim

Snapshot: The Alerus Center, built in2001, is the region’s premier, full serviceentertainment and event center and features both an arena and a conventioncenter. The Alerus Center Arena wasdesigned to serve as a multi-purpose,versatile facility capable of quick conversions while maintaining theintegrity of the “entertainment experi-ence”. Seating Capacities: Total –21,389; Arena Set End Stage: 11,029;Round: 12, 914; Half-House: 8,245;Standard Theater: 2,619.Staging: The stage right portable stageallows a maximum stage of 64’W x52’D x 4’ to 6’ H. Accessories includean accessible ramp, stairs, guardrails,and skirting. The standard mix stage isa 12’W x 24’D platform with heightsranging from 1’ to 3’.

Backstage Areas: 8 locker rooms;private offices, meeting rooms and startdressing rooms are available.Sound System: custom Bose system,powered by Crown amplification, andincludes corded microphones, wirelessmicrophones, CD and cassette players,mixing boards, and a variety of otheraudio-visual equipment.Lighting: mix of metal halide andquartz fixtures with a Douglas pro-grammable controller; full black-outcapabilities via an extensive half-housecurtaining system.Food & Beverage: 8 fixed concessionstands, 7 various portable stands,20 beer domes and 6 portable liquorstands; the Alerus Center also providesexclusive on-site catering service.Parking: 3,388 on-site spaces.Marketing: full in-house marketingdepartment.Demographics: more than one millionpeople within 2-hour driving radius.See ad on page 20

NORTH DAKOTA

AMERICANBANKCENTER901 N. ShorelineCorpus Christi, TX 78403(361) 826-4100; Fax: (361) 826-4905www.americanbankcenter.comGeneral Manager: Marc Solis

Corpus Christi’s Premier Event CenterSnapshot: AmericanBank Center islocated downtown in the Sparking Cityby the Sea, along the beautiful CorpusChristi bayfront. The architecturallypleasing building includes an Arena,Auditorium, and Convention Center.From sparkling glass to Texas lime-stone, the center’s improved facilitiesare a pleasure to see and experience.The American Bank Center Arena ishome to the CHL’s Corpus ChristiRayz hockey team, the Corpus ChristiSharks arena football2 team, and theTexas A&M University-Corpus ChristiSouthern Conference IslandersBasketball teams The American Bank

Center Selena Auditorium, originallybuilt in 1979, has earned an OutstandingAcoustical Rating and has been one ofthe most attended venues for entertain-ment in the Coastal Bend area.Seating Capacities: American BankCenter Arena – 9,000 +; SelenaAuditorium – 2,500.Exhibition Space: 76,500 sq. ft. (total);Bayview Ballroom – 20,000 sq. ft.;Watergarden Room – 25,366 sq. ft.Staging: StageRight brand stage, fullcapabilities for any size event.Sound/Lighting: State-of-the-art arenalighting system and arena sound system.Backstage Areas: 5 dressing rooms, 2production offices, 2 loading docks, 2separate load in/out doors, secure load-ing dock.Food & Beverage: Award-winningCenterplate provides in-house cateringand concessions.Parking: 2,000-2,500 parking spaceswithin five blocks of the building. Up to6,500 spaces available for large events.Marketing: full-service, in-houseMarketing Department.Demographics: Serves a market ofmore than 500,000; Located just twohours from San Antonio, 3 hours fromHouston.See ad on page 21

TEXAS


ARIE CROWN THEATER2301 South Lake Shore DriveChicago, IL 60616(312) 791-6196; Fax: (312) 791-6100www.ariecrown.comDirector: Dulcie C. Gilmore

Snapshot: The Arie Crown Theater is a4,249-seat proscenium theatre with fullproduction capability and superbacoustics. The Arie Crown Theaterentered the 21st century with $6.5 million of redesign and renovation.Architecturally, it is a perfect combina-tion of past and present, combining adiverse theater heritage with modernfacilities and comfort. Also availableduring season, the Navy Pier’s® SkylineStage®, a gorgeous 1,500-seat summerstage in the heart of Navy Pier.Staging: 90’ wide by 40’ prosceniumopening with 58.4’ a stage depth of58.4 feet. The hydraulic orchestra pitis 16.5’ wide at the centerline (SkylineStage features 40’ deep stage with 63’proscenium opening).Backstage Areas: 10 individual dressing

rooms, a star dressing room, two chorusrooms, two large rehearsal rooms, techrooms, special storage areas and a “greenroom” for VIP and performers’ use.Lighting: 12 fixed electrical battens withinclude: 3 spot pipes with 30 –2KW fres-nels each; 9 pipes with 500 watt par 56borderlights with red, green, amber andblue rhondels; Cyclorama footlights withcolored rhondels. E.T.C. Source 4 instru-ments located at the cloud bridge, bal-cony rail, high mast, box boom rails andtormentor positions, including, 10, 19,and 26 degree lamps, 3 Xenon Gladiatorspotlights.Sound: D1 Live Custom System, pro-vides a D1 Live system with redundantpower supplies in the control surface andrack—stage rack has 56mic inputs, 32line outputs; 3 EAW Flown Clustersspeakers; 4 ASV full range balconyspeakers flown from clouds; additionalupper balcony, under balcony, continuousstage lip speakers as well as back wall andside wall EFX speakers; 4 Yamaha moni-tor speakers – passive – 400 watt.Food & Beverage: Levy Restaurants atMcCormick Place; Food and beverageservice in lobby.Market: The Arie Crown Theater islocated in LakesideCenter atMcCormick Place,just 2.5 miles south ofdowntown Chicago.See ad on page 22

ILLINOIS

AT&T CENTEROne AT&T CenterSan Antonio, TX 78219(210) 444-5000; Fax: (210) 444-5100www.attcenter.comGeneral Manager: John Sparks

The AT&T Center – Something forEveryone…Snapshot: The AT&T Center, locatedminutes away from downtown SanAntonio, opened in 2002. A multi-use,state-of-the-art facility and home to theNBA San Antonio Spurs, the AHLSan Antonio Rampage, the WNBASan Antonio Silver Stars and the SanAntonio Stock Show and Rodeo, thearena can host anything from concertsand family shows to motor sports.Groups from 1,500 to 19,000 are easilyaccommodated. Our capabilities provideall-encompassing, one-stop shoppingincluding conceptual development,advertising and joint-promotional pro-grams as well as other comprehensiveevent services.

Capacities: End-stage - 15,000+,Theater - 3,500-6,000, In-The-Round- 17,500+ and Rodeo Configuration -16,500; curtaining system can createadditional configurations.Food & Beverage: Aramark currentlyservices permanent food and beverageconcession locations; 28 portable retailoutlets; Premium Dining – LevyRestaurants; Frost Bank Saddles andSpurs Club; Ashley Furniture Saddlesand Spurs Club; Terrace Restaurant(Terrace Level at the west side).Amenities: Courtside (Charter) LevelSuites-16 suites; 40 Terrace LevelSuites including 4 Party and 2 Superbox PARKING: There are almost 7,000general public parking spaces at theSBC Center. These spaces encircle theAT&T Center and afford patrons directaccessibility to events.Marketing: marketing staff offer a vari-ety of services to assist in marketingand promotional campaigns See ad on page 5

TEXAS


BURNSVILLEPERFORMING ARTSCENTER12600 Nicollet Ave.Burnsville, MN 55337(515) 232-5151; Fax: (515) 663-2022 (temporary)www.burnsvilleperformingartscenter.comExecutive Director: Wolf Larson

Snapshot: Opening in January 2009, thisexciting, state-of-the-art venue features a1,000-seat Main Stage theatre, a 150-seatBlack Box theatre, an Art Gallery, a twostory lobby with banquet space for 300guests, rehearsal rooms, dressing rooms,stage level loading dock and an adminis-trative office area.Capacities: Main Stage—1,014 seats,stage opening is 48’ x 28’, depth to backwall is 45’, 24’ wings left and right; BlackBox space is 48’ x 45’ fully adaptable toany configuration.Exhibition Space: Art Gallery is 2,020 sq.ft., located off the lower lobby. Multi-pur-pose room is 1,196 square feet, can bedivided in two spaces. Rehearsal room,

with sprung wood dance floor, barres, mir-rors, lighting and sound systems is 1,777sq. ft.Sound/Lighting: State-of-the-art soundsystem includes Midas FOH console, EVline array speakers, KT eq’s, and a fullcomplement of EV microphones; lightingpackage includes ETC control, a full com-plement of Source Four fixtures, and over300 circuits, plus two Super Trouper fol-lowspots; Black Box theatre has a grid at24’ high. Portable sound system includesEV speakers and Midas FOH control;Lighting package includes ETC controland a full complement of Source Four fix-tures.Backstage Areas: Men’s & Women’sdressing rooms, with sinks, showers andtoilets, a shared make-up area, and a sepa-rate star dressing room; Green room is630 sq. ft; Black Box theatre also hasmen’s and women’s dressing rooms, withsinks, showers and toilets.Marketing: full-service in-house advertis-ing agency.Demographics: The new BurnsvillePerforming Arts Center will serve theentire South Metro area of the TwinCities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, as wellas Dakota and Scott counties, includingthe cities ofLakeville, PriorLake, Savage,Apple Valley andEdina. Populationserved is500,000+.

MINNESOTA

BOK CENTER200 S. DenverTulsa, OK 74103(918) 894-4444; Fax: (918) 894-4445www.bokcenter.comGeneral Manager: John Bolton

Tulsa’s Newest MasterpieceSnapshot: The BOK Center, located indowntown Tulsa, and managed bySMG, is one of the latest, state-of-the-art sports and entertainment venues inthe country. Designed to host majorconcerts, family shows, AF2’s TulsaTalons, CHL’s Tulsa Oilers and otherworld-class entertainment, the venue isexpected to attract people of all agesand backgrounds.Capacities: Center Stage - 19,199;Basketball - 17,839; Hockey - 17,096;Concert/180 End Stage: - 12,753;Half-House - 11,090; Theater - 6,337(with its innovative curtaining system,arena staff can cater to the needs ofeach show by varying the number ofseats available).

Backstage Areas: 5 Star DressingRooms; Green Room; 4 Locker Rooms;1 Officials Locker Rooms, 2 TrainerRooms; Office, Lounge; Promoter’sLounge, 3 Production Offices.Food & Beverage: 7 localrestaurants/vendors, in addition to in-house catering, 14 concession standsand 16 food carts.Audience Amenities: $4 million cen-ter-hung scoreboard and 360-degreeLED ribbon board; state-of-the-artmarquee with audio; ceiling haslapendary banners that improveacoustics.Premium Seating: ONEOK PremiumLevel hosts the 38 suites, including the4 Cox Business Event Suites, 20 LogeBoxes, 682 club seats, and the privateONEOK Club Lounge; members havea VIP entrance and private elevators totake to reach the floor.Marketing: marketing department within-house advertising agency; mediaplanning/media buying, public relations,group sales, grassroots marketing, third-party promotional tie-ins, databasemarketing and cross-promotions.Demographics: The BOK Center isideally located with over 890,000 people in DMA and over 4.8 millionpeople within 150 miles.See ad on page 3

OKLAHOMA

CENTRAL IOWA EXPO1827 217th St,Boone, IA 50036(515) 432-0070www.centraliowaexpo.comExecutive Director: Andy Long

Snapshot: Opened in August 2008, theCentral Iowa Expo (CIE) is a 106-acre,outdoor, multi-purpose site that wasoriginally developed to be the Iowabiennial host site for the annual FarmProgress Show which draws 240,000people over three days. The CIE isbeing built with an infrastructure ofroads, utilities, and water, a collection ofsmaller buildings, and an administrationbuilding that can host dinners, recep-tions, classroom settings and meetings.Located in the middle of theHeartland, the Central Iowa Expo canhost agricultural events, outdoor con-certs and festivals, rallies, outdoorsporting events, markets and tradeshows, and other events that can onlybe challenged by your imagination.

Capacities: up to: 25,000 + (OutdoorConcert/Festival).Exhibition Space: Outdoor tradeshows – 100 acres exhibit space divisibleinto sections that can handle 500 +exhibitors; Meeting space – 2,000-square-foot, multi-use meeting room;Multiple smaller buildings available forexhibition and meeting use.Sound/Lighting: Full PA Speakercapabilities & basic lighting throughoutentire site.Features: Site is wired for phone,internet and electrical, has two perma-nent restroom facilities, outdoor loadingdock and camping location availability.Marketing: This VenuWorks-managedfacility is ready to assist in all your mar-keting needs.Demographics: Primary target marketis Central Iowa which includes DesMoines, Ames, Boone, & other com-munities. Estimated market size is600,000. As an outdoor venue,potential draw for events can bethroughout the Midwest region.Farm Progress Show draws multipleinternational visitors.See ad on page 60

IOWA

CENTURYTEL CENTER2000 CenturyTel Center Dr.Bossier City, LA 71112(318) 747-2501; Fax: (318) 747-2505www.centurytelcenter.comGeneral Manager: Mike Cera

Snapshot: The SMG-managedCenturyTel Center arena is approxi-mately 270,000 sq ft. with the capabili-ty of hosting up to 14,000 patrons.CenturyTel Center has entertainedpatrons throughout the Ark-La-Texwith world-class concerts, family shows,ice-skating shows, motor sports, rodeos,conventions, religious and communityevents and other special events.Capacities: Concert In The Round -14,053; Concert Half/Quarter -6,895/4,678; Hockey - 12,006;Basketball - 12,297; Arena Football -11,376.

Exhibition Space: 85’x200’ floor;Concourse spacing around the arena fortable booths; 1,800-sq.-ft. MeetingRoom.Backstage Offices: 3 Event Offices,Green Room, 4 locker rooms (MediaRooms created on a per-event basis).Food & Beverage: 12 concession standwindows; 2 Pizza stands; 1 BBQ stand;1 Candy Stand; 2 Portable food stands;2+ portable beverage stands; 1 VIP con-cession stand; 2 VIP bars.Marketing: The CenturyTel Centermarketing department acts as a full-service in-house advertising agency.See ad on Cover 3

LOUISIANA


CLAY COUNTYREGIONAL EVENTSCENTER800 West 18th StreetSpencer, IA 51301(712) 580-3000: Fax: (712) 580-3003www.spencerevents.comGeneral Manager: Scott Hallgren

“Delivering OutstandingExperiences”Snapshot: The Clay County RegionalEvents Center, which opened inNovember 2003, includes an 2,664-seatarena; 7,600-sq.-ft. Grand Ballroom,divisible into 6 individual meetingrooms, and a 24,000-sq.-ft.arena/exhibit hall. Boardroom, EventOffice, Dressing Rooms, private GreenRoom are also available.Seating Capacities: Full concert set –2,664; Wrestling / Boxing (in the round)– 2,654; Theater set – 2,160; Open floorset (Circus, Bull Riding, LipizzanerStallions) – 1,572; Banquet – 1,400.Grand Ballroom: Theater style – 750;Rounds – 504; Classroom style – 450+Exhibition Space: 24,000-sq.-ft.

column-free exhibit hall.Staging: StageRight professional concert staging – 40’ X 84’ (or custombuild to your specs).Sound/Lighting: 40’ X 60’ grid locatedon east end of arena, above stage area;50,000-pound capacity; 1,000 – 2,000lbs. per hang point, depending uponconfiguration; Total of 800 amps 208v3-phase show power; 400 amp 208vservice and 200 amp 208v service withcamlocks located in arena.Backstage Areas: private green roomwith private bath and shower; 2 dress-ing rooms, each with its own lockerroom with sink, mirrors, toilets, andshowers.Food & Beverage: exclusive on-sitecaterer with full-service commercialkitchen; 2 permanent concession stands.Parking: 750+ spaces on-site; addition-al parking throughout Fairgrounds.Marketing: co-promote on events; full-marketing services available; groupsales.Demographics: Spencer is the regionalhub in NW Iowa—serving a broad geo-graphic region across NW Iowa / SEMinnesota. Clay County RegionalEvents Center serves a market areawithin 75-100+ radius of Spencer.See ad on page 25


IOWA

CHEYENNE CIVICCENTER21201 O’Neil AvenueCheyenne, WY 82001(307) 637-6364; Fax: (307) 637-6365www.cheyenneciviccenter.orgExecutive Director: Dru Rohla

“An Intimate Theatre”Snapshot: The Cheyenne Civic Center,built in 1981, is central to the down-town district, is operated by the City ofCheyenne, seats about 1,500 and ishome to the Cheyenne SymphonyOrchestra. Over the years, the Centerhas played host to the best of the bestin the entertainment industry, includ-ing: Jerry Seinfeld, Amy Grant, Larrythe Cable Guy, George Carlin, BobbyVinton, Glen Cambell, Tap Dogs, theOak Ridge Boys, the Beach Boys, B.B.King, David Copperfield, HarryBelafonte, Tony Bennett, Alison Krauss,Wayne Newton, Natalie Cole, VictorBorge, the Smothers Brothers andAnne Murray, as well as touring shows

such as Lord of the Dance, A ChorusLine, Cats, Grease, Sesame Street,Cabaret, and the Bolshoi Ballet. TheCheyenne Civic Center for thePerforming Arts is the WesternRegion’s premier performing arts the-atre.Capacities: 1,500, including 584Orchestra-level seats, 478 Loge seatsand 434 Balcony seats.Backstage Areas: 2 chorus rooms;4 individual star rooms.Staging: 54’ x 65’.Lighting: Dimmers - 45 Kliegl (P82)total; 15 at 3.6 KW; 15 at 7.2 KW; 15at 12 KW; 4 Non-dim at 7.2 KW.Sound: House Mixer - Megas Stage#38-32-8-2; Microphones- 20 ShureSM58s; 10 Shure SM57s 5 CrownPCC 160s.Marketing: Building personnel willassist in all marketing programs andpromotions.Demographics: 300,000 in immediatearea, Draws from Wyoming, Colorado& Nebraska.

WYOMING


ELGIN AND WINTER GARDENTHEATRE CENTRE189 Yonge StreetToronto, Ontario, CanadaM5B 1M4(416) 325-4144; Fax: (416) 314-3583www.heritagetrust.on.caManager of Bookings and Events:Kevin Harris

More Than Just A Theatre!Snapshot: Originally built in 1913 forvaudeville and silent films, the complexcontains two distinct and separate the-atres, one sitting atop the other. Thecomplex is a multi-use facility hostinglive performances, corporate events,receptions, film and photo shoots. Thecentre offers a wide range of program-ming from musicals, dramas, comedies,dance, operas, family shows, concerts,readings, and screenings from theToronto International Film Festival.Capacities: Elgin Theatre -1,561;Winter Garden Theatre - 992;

Cascading reception lobbies range fromsmall intimate gatherings to 900 peo-ple. “Dinner on Stage” events – 80.Backstage Areas: Plentiful dressingsrooms in backstage areas (single to cho-rus size), stage management offices,crew rooms, wardrobe rooms. Tworehearsal studios with washrooms,dressing rooms and kitchen; large load-ing dock, freight elevator.Food & Beverage: Six separate barareas; wine, beer, liquor, water, softdrinks; preferred caterers list availableto clients.Demographics: Toronto, the largestcity in Canada, has more than 2.5 mil-lion residents, Toronto is at the heart ofthe Greater Toronto Area, which has apopulate of more than 5 million.

See ad on page 27

TORONTO

COLISEO DE PUERTO RICO500 Arterial B StreetHato Rey, PR 00918(787) 777-0800; (877) coliseo (265-4736)Fax: (787) 777-0809www.coliseodepuertorico.comAssistant General Manager: Wesley Elizabeth Cullen

Entertainment like never seen beforeSnapshot: Since its opening inSeptember 4, 2004, the Coliseo dePuerto Rico has hosted more than 240events like Usher, Andrea Boccelli,Carlos Santana, Juanes, The RollingStones, Elton John, Bon Jovi, RickyMartin, Maná, NBA, NHL exhibitiongame, AF2, among others. The Coliseode Puerto Rico has 26 CorporateSuites, 1,000 club seats, 2 party suites, 1VIP Lounge with private elevator tocreate a fabulous VIP experience. Italso can accommodate audiences of upto 18,000 people; offers the highest

technology in theatrical systems of lightand sound, and can host events such asconcerts, shows, sporting events, exhibi-tions, conferences, and theatrical plays.Capacities: Concerts End Stage 240 –15,694; End Stage 180 – 14,730;Boxing or Wrestling - 18,163;Basketball -17,024; Hockey Ice RinkSize 200’x 85’ – 15,635, Half House –10,959; Theater Style – 3,093.Staging: Stage Right 88’ x 48’ max,adjustable from 4’ to 6’ in 2” incre-ments; four stairs units; 80’ stage rightbarricade; pipe & drape 200’.Lighting: Lighting-Metal Halideworking lights with dimmable quartzsystem for instant strike plus shuttersfor instant blackout available; 4 super80 Gladiator III spotlights; 2 LumexGladiator II spotslights; 1 satelliteISTAGING spotlight.Food & Beverage: 16 food concessionsstands plus 6 onsite concessions restau-rants and 5 bar concessions.See ad on page 11

PUERTO RICO

DUPLIN COUNTYEVENTS CENTER195 Fairgrounds DrKenansville, N.C. 28349(910) 275-0009; Fax: (910) 275-0028www.duplinevents.comExecutive Director: John Vogt

Snapshot: The Duplin County EventsCenter, a multi-purpose venue thatopened in October 2005, is establishingitself as one of Eastern North Carolina’spremier event centers for meetings andentertainment. With our 27,000-square-foot Arena we can help plan anyevent that you can imagine. Our maingoal is to make your event successfulfrom conception to reality. Whetheryou’re planning a meeting for 50, a ban-quet of 1,000, or a concert for 4,000;we’re the place for you.Capacities: Concert (4,200),Banquet (1,000), Wrestling (3,300),Rodeo (1,874).

Exhibition Space: 126 10X10 boothson arena floorStaging: Stageright 60’X40’ stageadjustable height range of 4’-6’.Sound/Lighting: basic PA system.Backstage Areas: Production office,Common room, 2 restrooms withshowers.Food & Beverage: 2 concession standsParking: 298 paved parking for patrons,plenty of open fields with solid base foroverflow parking. 25 RV spaces withelectric. Ample parking for trucks andbusses.Market/Demographics: Heavy mili-tary population within 1 hr of facility.See ad on page 65

NORTH CAROLINA

DUNKIN’ DONUTSCENTEROne LaSalle SquareProvidence, RI 02903(401) 331-0700; (401) 621-5987www.dunkindonutscenter.comGeneral Manager: Lawrence LeporeSnapshot: The Dunkin’ Donuts Centeris a multi-purpose indoor sports andentertainment venue located in theheart of Providence, RI, and is home-ice for the AHL Providence Bruins andhome-court for the Big East ProvidenceCollege Men’s Basketball Team. Thefacility is undergoing an $80-millionrenovation scheduled for completion infall of ’08.Capacities: 13,000 seating; ConcertHall 3,500-6,000.Exhibition Space: Arena Floor:31,000 GSF; Exhibition Hall: 15,000GSF; Additional event level hospitali-ty/exhibit space: 4,000 GSF;Concourse: 25,000 GSF; Box OfficeLobby/Receiving Area: 9,000 GSF

(Ready Sept ’08); Restaurant and adja-cent hospitality rooms: 6,000 GSF.Staging: 40’ wide by 60’ deep stage,with a 5’ 4” standard height; configura-tions can be customized.Lighting: Standard Quartz andHalogen lighting around the arenabowl.Backstage Areas: 2 Star DressingRooms, 2 locker rooms, 1 adjoininglocker room and 2 Home Team lockerrooms.Food & Beverage: 5 permanent con-cession stands, 2 flexible stands, porta-bles, luxury suites, loges, hospitalityrooms and a restaurant.Audience Amenities: New state-of-the-art Daktronics video scoreboard.Marketing: Full-service, in-housedepartment offering coordination ofevent marketing campaigns includingadvertising production, media place-ment, media and retail promotions,sponsorships, group sales and publicrelations.Demographics: More than 400,000households; 9 colleges/universities;Boston is 45 miles away and Hartford,Conn. is 61 miles away.

RHODE ISLAND


EMIL AND PATRICIA A. JONESCONVOCATION CENTER9501 S. King Dr. Chicago, IL 60628(773) 821-2701; Fax: (773) 821-2710www.csu.eduExecutive Director: Monty Jones, Jr.

The Gem of Southside ChicagoSnapshot: This brand-new, multi-pur-pose facility, located on the campus ofChicago State University, openedSummer 2007 with the school’s com-mencement ceremony and a USA vs.Italy Men’s Volleyball. This Facility—one of the best the city of Chicago andthe state of Illinois has ever seen— is140,000 sq. ft. and has enough assemblyspace to seat up to 6,500 people. Someof its many features include: eight lock-er rooms, one weight room, updatedtraining room, academic study rooms,multiple concession areas, ticket booths,one hospitality suite, service areas, stor-age, and many other amenities.

Seating Capacities: Assembly Spaceseating— 6,500; athletic events accom-modate—6,000; 180- configuration—4,900, 240-configuration seats 5,000;270-configuration—5,200; 360-config-uration—6,200.Exhibition Space: Arena floor and spa-cious concourse level are available forexhibit space.Staging: 60’ x 32’ x 5’ maximum staging.Sound/lighting: General PA systemwith 8 channel lighting board.Backstage Areas: Support Facilitiesoptimize the multiple functions of theCenter, such as faculty offices, 8 dress-ing/locker rooms, storage, and electricalhook-up service areas.Food & Beverage: 6 concession stands.Suites: Hospitality Suite accommodatesup to 100 people Markets: Chicago Metro Area has apopulation of over 9.7 million peopleChicago; Chicago State Universitywhich has estimated 8,000 students and3,00 faculty and staff. 25+ colleges/uni-versities within 30 mile radius.Media: 105 radio stations, 25+ col-leges/universities, 15 local televisionstation; 20+ local newspapers.See ad on page 58

ILLINOIS

FAIR PARK, DALLAS1300 Robert B. Cullum Blvd at Grand AveDallas, TX 75210P.O. Box 159090 Dallas, TX 75315(214) 670-8400; Fax: (214) 670-8907www.fairparkdallas.comExecutive General Manager: Daniel HuertaSales Manager: Steven Flores

Snapshot: A 1930’s Art Deco Culturaland Entertainment Venue, a nationalhistoric landmark since 1986, and hometo the 1936 World’s Fair, Fair Park isconveniently located two miles east ofdowntown Dallas and one of the mostunique venues in the country. Duringthe last 10 years a number of the exhi-bition styled buildings have been reno-vated and restored to their original1936 grandeur including restoring thebeautiful Art Deco murals and basrelief ’s on the Centennial Hall, Food &Fiber Building, Automobile Buildingand Tower Building. In addition to the

façade of the Band Shell, an open airamphitheater, the unique lighting hasbeen restored as well as the bench seats.Capacities: over 850,000 sq. ft. ofrentable space including seven exhibi-tion halls ranging in size from 25,000sq. ft. of space to 94,500 sq. feet. ofspace; 6 performance facilities includingthe Music Hall. The Cotton BowlStadium has 90,000+ permanent chair-back seats; Fair Park Coliseum—28,000sq. ft. arena floor with 9,552 seats; TheBand Shell is an open-air amphitheaterwith 3,800 permanent seats and a seat-ing capacity of 4,500; AutomobileBuilding—84,500 sq. ft.; CentennialHall—94,500 sq ft.; Food & FiberPavilion—25,000 sq. ft.; Grand PlaceBuilding—50,000 sq. ft.; TowerBuilding—40,000 sq ft.; EmbarcaderoBuilding—27,000 sq. ft.Parking: 9,251 parking spaces insidethe park and 7,250 formal parkingspaces immediately adjacent to thepark.Market: visited by over 7 million peo-ple each year; site for more than 1,200special events and cultural festivals.See ad on page 28

TEXAS


Frank Remesch, Jr.1ST MARINER ARENAMarket draws from five states & Washington D.C.—targetaudience exceeds 8.1 million.page: 19

Kevin Donnelly MTS CENTREA major Canadian city with a population of 712,700,Winnipeg’s regional marketdraws from population base ofapproximately 8 million people.Page: 38

John Bolton BOK CENTER890,000+ people in DMA;4.8+ million people within 150 miles.Page: 24

Jack Larson XCEL ENERGY CENTERDiverse population of 1 million.Page: 59

Sheryl Brown SEATTLE CENTER/KEYARENA3.5+ million in the GreaterSeattle Area; Seattle Centerreceives 12 million visitors per year.Page: 36


GENERAL MOTORSPLACE800 Griffiths Way Vancouver, B.C. V6B 6G1(604) 899-7400; Fax: (604) 899-7490www.generalmotorsplace.com Manager of Event Sales: Tyler Mervyn

Snapshot: In addition to being home tothe Vancouver Canucks, GeneralMotors Place is one of the most activeentertainment venues in NorthAmerica. Since it opened in September1995, General Motors Place hasattracted the biggest names in showbusiness to its stage and has welcomedmore than 16.5 million visitors throughits doors.Capacities: Hockey 16,908, End Stage180: 12,285, Center Stage: 18,337,Concert Bowl: 10,420 Theatre Bowl:5,990 (complete with curtain system).Backstage Areas: 13 backstage rooms;4 Hospitality Suites accommodatinggroups of 20-120.

Staging: Right Staging System.Sound/Lighting: Bose sound system,state-of-the-art acoustics; a new LEDVideo Display system, including a cen-ter hung scoreboard unit incorporatingfour large 10mm HD ready main LEDscreens supported by four corner screensand top and bottom video rings using20mm LED technology; 360 degreeProAd LED Video ring around theupper seating bowl.Food & Beverage: Over 30 concessionslocated on our two main public concourses; all F/B services by ARAMARK.Parking: 565 spaces onsite, over 7,000spaces within an easy walking distance.A Public transit (SKYTRAIN) stationlocated across the street from the venue.Demographics: 2.6 million within a70-mile radius.

BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA

FORD CENTER100 West RenoOklahoma City, OK 73102(405) 602-8700; Fax: (405) 602.8505www.okfordcenter.comGeneral Manager: Gary Desjardins

Snapshot: Oklahoma’s state-of-the-artsports and entertainment showcase, theFord Center is home to the OklahomaCity Blazers (Central Hockey League),the Oklahoma City Yard Dawgz (are-nafootball2) and now an Oklahoma CityNBA team (beginning with the 2008-09NBA season). the Ford Center also playshost to major concerts, family events, iceshows, sporting events and the latest inshow stopping entertainment. Since itsopening in 2002, a number of improve-ments have been made to the facility andincluding new speakers installed in theclub and suite area and new video boards.Other improvements planned are: multi-story atrium, new restaurants clubs &concession areas, bunker suites, loge andsky boxes, roof top gardens, locker rooms,a warm-up basketball court, team officesand a 12,000-sq.-ft. family fun zone.

Capacities: 4,000 - 20,000+. 586,000-sq.-ft. arena seats up to 20,817 for con-certs in-the-round, 20,231 with an endstage, 19,675 for basketball, 18,178 forhockey and 17,884 for arena football.Arena Floor: 34,074 sq. ft.Staging: Our SICO portable stage has a maximum size of 80’ x 40’ withadjustable height from 4’ and 6’.Backstage Areas: 6 dressing rooms,including star dressing rooms and refer-ee/official’s dressing rooms; 4 lockerrooms; one green room and two pro-duction offices, press area (906-sq.-ft.lobby and 266-sq.-ft. lounge).Food & Beverage: SAVOR… Cateringby SMG provides exclusive in-housecatering services, 3 restaurants, privatebars, 24 concession stands.Amenities: 3,380 club seats, 49 execu-tive suites and 7 Oklahoma State ParkSuites with exclusive access to full-serv-ice bars, restaurants and concessions; 4-sided video scoreboard, a 360-degreeLED ring, and video boards.Marketing: Full service, in-house mar-keting department.Demographics: The Oklahoma CityMSA enjoys a population of over 1.1million.See ad on page 13

OKLAHOMA

FLORENCE CIVICCENTER3300 West Radio RoadFlorence, SC 29501(843) 679-9417; Fax: (843) 679-9429www.florenceciviccenter.comGeneral Manager: Kendall Wall

Snapshot: Since its 1993 opening, theFlorence Civic Center has providedentertainment to the people of FlorenceCounty and the surrounding counties.The arena is home to The Pee DeeCyclones Hockey Team, The FlorencePhantoms Indoor Football Team, andalso has a basketball floor. The ExhibitHall is home to The FlorenceSymphony Orchestra. The Center alsoaccommodates small and large meet-ings, trade shows and exhibitions.Capacities: Full arena capacity is up to10,000 and with a backdrop curtain,seating can be arranged from 2,500 to7,000. The Exhibit Hall is home to TheFlorence Symphony Orchestra, and willseat 1,400 theater style. The arena willaccommodate 2,000 for

meetings/events, 200 exhibits, 1,250 fora banquet, and 800-classroom style.Special Seating: 8 skybox suites with144 total seats.Backstage Areas: 4 dressing rooms,green room and 3 meeting rooms nextto the arena that also serves as addition-al production and/or dressing roomsand meal areas for the crews and performers.Staging: Portable stage that can go aslarge as 60’ x 40’.Sound/Lighting: state-of-the-art.Food & Beverage: 6 permanent con-cession stands on the concourse, as wellas 4-10 portable stands; catering capa-bilities extend from snacks to horsd’oeuvres to formal dining.Parking: 2,500 parking spaces, and canaccommodate RVs and Busses. There isno charge for parking.Marketing: venue website; “In the Flo”e-mail club has over 5,000 memberswho get “E-Buzz” for all upcomingevents; monthly newsletter with 15,000circulation; Computerized marqueeboth outside and in lobby; local radio,television, and print programs available.Demographics: 700,000 population.See ad on page 55

SOUTH CAROLINA


GIANT CENTER50 West Hersheypark DriveHershey, PA 17033(717) 534-3911; Fax: (717) 534-8996www.giantcenter.netComplex Managing Director, EventBookings, Ticketing, and Marketing:Vikki Hultquist

A Sweet Place to Play!Snapshot: The GIANT Center, astate-of-the-art arena, opened its doorsin October of 2002, with a performanceby Cher. From that moment, GIANTCenter has been the area’s leadingsports and entertainment venue.GIANT Center is also home to theAHL Hershey Bears. Because of theconstant support of its many fans,GIANT Center continues to be rankedas one of world’s best concert venues inBillboard and Pollstar. Located just min-utes from GIANT Center is the 1,928-seat Hershey Theatre.Capacities: 12,500 (in-the-round concerts); 10,000 (end staging);10,500 (hockey).

Exhibition Space: 306,000 sq. ft.Backstage Areas: 5 team rooms, pro-duction room, 2 management rooms, 2star dressing rooms, catering room.Staging: 100 pieces of 4’ x 8’ decking,variable configurations, with Black TechStage/Gray carpet surfaces—Max size80’ x 40’, adjustable heights from 48” –72” in 2” increments, Black skirting,Front of house mix in 4’ x 8’ x 6”, 12”,24” Wenger decks; Video Board; Centerhung scoreboard by Whiteway SignCompany; north/south building matrixboards; Mitsubishi Diamond VisionLeader board.Broadcast: In-house video control w/full edit/studio control; 125 TVs locatedthroughout arena; Radio broadcastthroughout; 15 media bulkhead loca-tions all patchable through centralinterconnect room on the first level; 10camera positions.Food & Beverage: 13 ConcessionsStands, 7 Portable, Bar and ClubLounge.Demographics: The Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York market isfamily oriented with a strong household income.See ad on page 30

PENNSYLVANIA

HARBORSIDE EVENT CENTER1375 Monroe StreetFort Myers, FL 33901(239) 321-8120; (800) 294-9516Fax: (239) 332-2242www.HarborsideEvents.comGeneral Manager: Rose RundleEvent Services Manager: Rhonda DecherdSnapshot: Meeting and conferenceattendees convene on the banks of theCaloosahatchee River at HarborsideEvent Center. The event center's ele-gant pre-function space provides pris-tine riverfront views for your guestswhile registering and enjoying mealfunctions or cocktails. The facility isWi-Fi ready and has all of your audiovisual needs from large format projec-tors and screens to sound systems, wire-less mics and so much more.Our in-house Technical Services

department will assist you in planningthe audiovisual needs of your event.Our expert culinary team will create all-day menu options to cover morningbreaks all the way through to eveningreceptions.

At Harborside Event Center, we prideourselves in being flexible, functionaland professional. A member of ourEvent Services team will be assigned toyour event to work directly with you onplanning every last detail needed tomake a spectacular and professionalmeeting or conference. Nearby newlyrenovated hotels and a brand-new bou-tique property offer a wide range ofaccommodation options for your atten-dees. Pre-negotiated discounts exist atpartner hotels when booking meetingsat the event center.Capacities: 100 –to- 3,000 dependingon configuration.Technology: Extensive In-HouseAudio/Visual Department.Food & Beverage: exclusive contractwith Boston Culinary Group for allyour food and beverage needs.Services: On site event planners, wire-less internet, pipe and drape, extensiveassortment of decorations, tables, chairs,portable stage.

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FLORIDA

THE HALTON ARENA9201 University City Blvd.Charlotte, NC 28221(704) 687-4800; Fax: (704) 687-4803www.haltonarena.com Director of Events: Brian O’Keeffe

Snapshot: Built in 1996, the HaltonArena is on the University of NorthCarolina at Charlotte’s campus andonly minutes away from the city ofCharlotte, a historic southern city witha thriving downtown district. Thishandsome, modern, multi-use structureis home to UNC Charlotte’s 49’ersmen’s basketball team and has hosted awide variety of events, including theHarlem Globetrotters, Jessica Simpson,and Counting Crows.Capacities: Basketball/Sports: 9,100with 2,353 premium seats. Concerts /Entertainment: 6,500 with 2,100 pre-mium seats.

Backstage Areas: 3 large dressingrooms; 2 VIP rooms complete with pri-vate showers, sofas, and other ameni-ties; pressroom.Parking: 1,600 parking spaces adjacentto the Halton Arena and an estimated10,000 additional spaces within walkingdistance of the venue.Demographics: University of NorthCarolina at Charlotte is home to23,000 students. Charlotte is the largestcity in North Carolina, located halfwaybetween Raleigh, NC and Atlanta. Thiscentrally-located city is home to morethan 600,000 people, with over six million people residing within a 100-mile radius.See ad on page 31

NORTH CAROLINA

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Anything but standard.


HOYT SHERMAN PLACE1501 Woodland AvenueDes Moines, IA 50266(515) 244-0507; Fax: (515) 237-3582www.hoytsherman.orgExecutive Director: Carol Pollock

Snapshot: A grand manor home builtin 1877 by prominent businessman HoytSherman; the structure is a world-classperforming arts center, located at thecornerstone of Des Moines’ historicSherman Hill. The Hoyt Sherman PlaceTheater opened in 1923 and is CentralIowa’s only mid-sized (1,251) perform-ing arts venue and the last remaininghistorical theater in Des Moines. Sincereopening in November, 2003 after a$5.5-million, six-month renovation,including updated sound, lighting andtechnical capabilities, this year-roundvenue has welcomed over 200,000patrons. Newly renovated, adjacent gal-leries can be transformed for a unique sitdown dining experience, a social cocktailparty or a theater-style meeting place.

Capacities: 1,251 seatsStage Dimensions: Back wall toProscenium 24’ ; SR Wall to SL Wall52’; Proscenium to Front of Pit Cover8’; Proscenium Height 22’6”;Proscenium Width 34’4”.Dressing rooms: large chorus w/bath-room attached; medium sized chorusroom; 3 star dressing rooms.Sound: 2 Stacks of McCauly n-line SRand SL; 12 top boxes and 4 bottoms;All QSC Powerlite amplifiers; 1-Alanand Heath 2200 FOH desk; 2 sm 58; 2beta sm 57; 4 boom stands; 1 cd player;1 3rd octive EQ on the stacks.Lighting: 288 channels of etc sensordimming; 1 obsession 2 w/2 monitorsand keyboards; 16-19 degree S4 Lekos(on stage); 12-26 degree S4 Lekos (onstage); 11-36 degree S4 Lekos (onstage); 11-19 degree S4 Barrels (onstage); 48-S4 par 64 (on stage); 8-S4 12circuit mutipar strips (on stage); 24-15to 30 degree S4 zooms (FOH); 12-19Degree S4 Lekos (box booms HR andHL); 2- Lycian 1272 Starklite II.Audience Amenities: 28 Box Seats.Marketing: in-house marking services;co-promotions.See ad on page 34

IOWA

i WIRELESS CENTER1201 River DriveMoline, IL 61265(309) 764-2001: Fax: (309) 764-2192www.iwirelessCenter.comExecutive Director: Scott Mullen

Snapshot: The i wireless Center (for-merly The Mark of the Quad Cities)opened its doors in May of 1993 withtwo sold out performances of NeilDiamond. The venue is host to theAHL Quad City Flames and the AF2Quad City Steamwheelers. The facilityhas recently added over $2,000,000 inrenovations including a new ice floorsystem to accommodate our AHLhockey team, a new 450-square-footTeam Store, a Premium Seating Areaand VIP Lounge and a Whiteway LEDFascia Display System.Capacities: 12,000-seat arena (whichseats 11,500 end stage, 12,000 centerstage, 10,700 for basketball, and 9,500for hockey and arena football) and the

20,000-square-foot conference centerwhich also offers 11,000 square feet oflobby space. The theater at the i wire-less Center can be configured into3,000-6,000 seats.Lighting: 8 Xenon Supertrouper spot-lights.Backstage Areas: Dressing Rooms – 7dressing rooms, including 4 teamrooms, 1 training room, 1 small room, 3production offices & a VIP promoteroffice.Food & Beverage: 6 concession standsplus VIP Lounge for Premium Seatholders. Full service in-house cateringby Aramark.Parking: 937 on-site spaces, 300 spaceparking ramp across the street and anadditional 1,000 spaces nearby.Marketing: full-service marketingdepartment; promote and co-promoteevents.Demographics: Centrally locatedbetween Chicago, St. Louis,Indianapolis, Minneapolis, and Omaha.The metro market is 400,000 strongwith over 1.5 million people livingwithin an hour’s drive.See ad on page 35

ILLINOIS

IZOD CENTER50 State Route 120East Rutherford, NJ 07073(201) 460-4374; Fax: (201) 507-8122www.izodcenter.com Director, Event Booking: Matt Bell

It’s All About Being Here!Snapshot: IZOD Center is a multi-usefacility hosting some of the most popu-lar events in the country as well as NewJersey Nets Basketball. Openingfamously in July 1981 with six sold-outshows by Bruce Springsteen and the EStreet Band, other artists that have per-formed at the Arena include Billy Joel,Elton John, Madonna, U2, CelineDion, Eric Clapton, Bon Jovi, BritneySpears and Eminem making IZODCENTER one of the top concert ven-ues in the country.Capacities: Basketball – 19,968;Concerts – 20,000; Theater – 9,000;Family shows will range from 4,000-12,000 due to the ability to curtain sections.

Exhibition Space: approximately25,000 sq. ft.Backstage Areas: 17 locker/dressingrooms.Staging: Custom-built Stage Right –can accommodate up to 80’ X 40’ withwings available. Height adjustmentsfrom 48” to 72”.Food & Beverage: Aramark, officialfood service provider, with 14 perma-nent concession stands, supplementedby additional specialty food carts.Winners Club, private club/diningrestaurant, seats 450.Amenities: 10 suites seating 20 patrons,17 suites seating 14 patrons, 1 partysuite seating 28 patrons.Venue Features: Four-sided center-hung Sony Jumbotron; 4 DaktronicsProStar video projection screens; 2Daktronics Color Starburstmessage/animation displays; 360° LEDRing.Marketing: Full-service marketingdepartment.Demographics: pulls audience fromacross the state of NJ, New York Cityand western Pennsylvania only 5 milesfrom New York City; 12 miles fromNewark Liberty International Airport.See ad on Cover 4

NEW JERSEY


LLOYD NOBLE CENTER2900 JenkinsNorman, OK 73019(405) 325-4666; Fax: (405) 325-4583www.oulnc.com General Manager: Greg Tipton Associate General Manager:Kevin McIntyre Director of Events: Loida Haffener-Salmond

Snapshot: The Lloyd Noble Center, amulti-purpose facility just south ofOklahoma City, has served theUniversity of Oklahoma and surroundingmarkets since 1975. A recent $17.1-mil-lion expansion project included a70,000-sq.-ft. addition, two new full-sized practice courts, new offices, filmrooms, training rooms, locker rooms,spa/sauna rooms, expanded parking lot,renovated arena ceiling, and a modern-ized electrical system The venue is avail-able for public and private events includ-ing: concerts, sporting events, entertain-ment & theatrical events, expositions,conventions, banquets, meetings, exhibi-tions and consumer shows.

Capacities: 11,205 permanent seatslocated on two levels. Official capacityfor athletic events is 12,000; additionalseating can be placed on the arena floordepending on event, stage size, per-formance area, and production require-ments. Theater Side Setup - 2,848 +Floor Seating; Expanded Theater SideSetup - 4,516 +; In The Round SeatingSetup - 11,205 + Floor Seating. FullArena Setup - 8,519 + Floor Seating.Exhibition Floor: 20,000 sq.-ft.; mainconcourse: 2,500 sq. ft.Backstage areas: six separate lockerrooms, all with easy access to the arenafloor.Technology : New, retractable center-hung scoreboard and sound system, fea-turing 4 high definition videoboardsand 4 additional videoboards available;facility’s video system is able to send orreceive a satellite feed.Additional Space: 850-sq.-ft. MediaRoom; 1,600-sq.-ft. Clinton Lounge(receptions, meetings, press conferences,and banquets). Kerr McGee CourtsideClub: seats 300-500 and features 4,500-sq.-ft. reception lobby & 2 outside patioareas (2,000 sq. ft. each).Food & Beverage: 12fixed concessionstands, operated by byAramarkEntertainment

OKLAHOMA

MTS CENTRE 300 Portage Ave.Winnipeg, MB R3C 5S4(204) 987-7825; Fax: (204) 926-5555www.mtscentre.caVice President/General Manager: Kevin Donnelly, Sr.

Snapshot: Since opening in November2004, the MTS Centre has consistentlyranked among the busiest entertain-ment facilities in the world. Each andevery year, the MTS Centre hosts atleast 140 events ranging from interna-tional hockey, to concerts by some ofthe biggest names in the music industry,to many other world renowned showssuch as Cirque du Soleil and Walkingwith Dinosaurs. 3.8-million patronspassed through the turnstiles in thefacility’s first 40 months of operation.Capacities: up to 16,000 concert-goers;its RBC Theatre configuration withstate-of-the-art curtaining system—creates intimate concert setting foraudiences as small as 3,500.

Exhibition Space: Retractable seatingsystem can expand event floor to 245’ x 115’.Staging: in-house modular portablestaging system, 4-6’ high, valhoffer- 60’x 40’ or combined with scaffolding to56’ x 72’ x 5’ high.Backstage Areas: 4 Premier ArtistDressing Rooms; 6 team dressingrooms; catering room; production/man-agement offices.Food & Beverage: A large variety ofconcession offerings, managed byCenterplate; Exchange Restaurant &Beer.Audience Amenities: 50 private suitesand club seating/lounge program avail-able. Four sided 16’ x 16’ centre hungvideo unit (capable of recessing to rig-ging beams when not in use) andpower-ring/ribbon board with fullmulti-media design/creation services.Marketing: Full-service in-house mar-keting/promotion department.Demographics: The capital city of theprovince of Manitoba and a majorCanadian and regional city with a pop-ulation of 712,700. Winnipeg Drawsfrom population base of approximately8 million people.See ad on page 39

MANITOBA, CANADA

NEW ORLEANSTHEATER AT THECONVENTION CENTER900 Convention Center Blvd.New Orleans, LA 70130(504) 582-3000; Fax: (504) 582-3032www.mccno.comDirector of Special Events: Will Wilton

Snapshot: Conference Auditoriumopened in 1999 and was used as a venuefor staging corporate and associationevents. In 2008, the Auditorium was re-purposed to host entertainment andnon-traditional meeting events. and re-named “The New Orleans Theater atthe Convention Center.” The re-inven-tion better reflects the room’s outstand-ing production capabilities which makeit an ideal fit for musical events, con-certs and theatre.Capacities: Approximately 3,600 per-manent, raked seating; acousticallydivisible into two or three separate sec-tions of about 1,200-2,400 seats each orvarying size.

Backstage Areas: 4- Green Rooms. 2‘Star’ suites and 2 larger green rooms.Additional meeting rooms are available.Staging: 7,000 sq. ft. (completely trans-parent) tension wire production grid,suspended as a walking surface abovestaging/production area (large enoughfor full ceiling access and strong enoughto support technicians).Technology: State-of-the-art videoproduction room comparable to a smallstudio, with capabilities of convertingmedia sources (printed copy, trans-parencies, slides, computer graphics) tovideo pictures on screen.; Every config-uration has its own sound and lightingcontrol booth with permanentlyinstalled sound/lighting boards.Permanent sound system includes 18high fidelity sound speaker clusters,separated or combined with the appro-priate space set-up.Food & Beverage: 8 concession stands.Onsite: full-time front-of-the-housetheater manager assists clients withcoordination and scheduling; 3 full-time technicians.Demographics: Population of metro-politan New Orleans - 1,030,363.

LOUISIANA


RACINE CIVIC CENTRE5 Fifth StRacine, WI 53403(262) 636-9229; Fax: (262) 636-9290www.racinecc.comExecutive Director: Jim Walczak

Lake Michigan’s Best Kept SecretSnapshot: All the Racine Civic Centrevenues sit on the beautiful shores of LakeMichigan in downtown Racine,Wisconsin. Racine Civic Centre(Memorial Hall is a Historical landmarkwas opened in 1924 and was renovated in1998 consists of a 1,556-seat auditoriumand 7 other rooms on three levels;Festival Hall and Park opened in 1987and consists of a 17,000-sq.-ft.-Hall anda Five acre Festival Park which can hostup to three different stages.Capacities: Memorial Hall Auditoriumcan seat up to 1,556 guests for concertperformances; Festival can seat up to1,800 guests and Festival Park can hostup to 12,000 guests when the wholePark is utilized.

Exhibition Space: Memorial Hall has25, 995 sq. ft. on three levels; FestivalHall 15,700 sq. ft. can accommodate 8010’ by 10’ booths and has a full-servicekitchen.Staging: Memorial Hall has a proscenium stage 34’ by 28’ and FestivalHall utilizes a portable stage 40’ by 60’.Food & Beverage: All service isportable and all is done in-houseincluding the Bar service.Parking: 1,200 parking spaces withintwo blocks of the Civic Centre.Demographics: Racine has a a popula-tion of approximately 130,425, includ-ing 51,352 households. Racine is asuburb of Milwaukee, a metro-areawith a population of 1,773,519.Milwaukee’s regional metropolitan arearounds out the north side ofChicagoland, when combined has apopulation of over 9.7 million people,including northern Illinois, southeast-ern Wisconsin and northeasternIndiana.

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WISCONSIN

SEATTLE CENTER,INCLUDING KEYARENAAND MCCAW HALL305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109(206) 684-7202; Fax: (206) 684-7366Event Sales Representative/KeyArena:Sheryl Brown, Sr. Event Sales Representative/McCaw Hall:Alison McGuire, Sr. Event Sales Manager/General:Karin Butler, www.seattlecenter.com/booking

Create your Seattle CenterExperience!Snapshot: Seattle Center is a uniqueurban park featuring Seattle’s premierevent facilities, including KeyArena andMcCaw Hall, situated on beautifullylandscaped 74-acre campus thatincludes 17 acres of open space, withpleasant outdoor courtyards, fountainsand lush green spaces for relaxation.Event facilities are set alongside morethan 30 cultural, educational, sports andentertainment organizations, includingfamous attractions like the Space

Needle and International Fountain.McCaw Hall at Seattle Center featurestwo auditoriums, elegant functionspaces, and stunning architecture.KeyArena: Concerts up to 15,500 fullhouse, or 7,400 Lower Bowl only withupper level curtain system; Basketballup to 16,200; Hockey up to 10,400.McCaw Hall – up to 2,900 full house,or 1,450 “intimate house” configurationusing only Orchestra and First Tier lev-els; Includes: The 2,900-seat SusanBrotman Auditorium; 381-seat, state-of-the art Nesholm Family LectureHall; and beautifully appointed Lobbiesand Reception Rooms.Exhibition Space: additional exhibitionfacilities include: 34,000-sq.-ftExhibition Hall and 12,500-sq.-ft.Fisher Pavilion.Staging: KeyArena features aStageRight 40’ x 60’ x 4’-6’.5”adjustable height rolling stage.; McCawHall proscenium is 60’w x35’h, plus3,600 square feet stage left.Demographics: diverse metropolitanpopulace of over 3,500,000 in theGreater Seattle Area; Seattle Centerreceives 12 million visitors per year.See ad on page 36

WASHINGTON

RIVERCENTER & ADLER THEATRE 136 East Third StreetDavenport, IA 52801(563) 326-8500; Fax: (563) 326-8505www.adlertheatre.com www.riverctr.com Executive Director: Rick Palmer, CFE

“The Center With It All”Snapshot: The classic, 2,411-seat AdlerTheater is a historic, art-deco yet alsostate-of-the-art PAC originally built in1931 and most recently renovated in2006. The Adler is part of theRiverCenter Complex, which featuresmore than 100,000 square feet of meet-ing, exhibit and event space. TheRiverCentre includes the Great Hall,featuring a seating capacity of 3,200 forgeneral admissions and 2,500 reservedseats and the Mississippi River Hall,which can host 1,400 for general admis-sion and 1,100 reserved.Staging: 40’ deep from the plaster lineto the back wall, 80’ wide, 38’ stage left

of center and 42’ stage right of center.The proscenium opening is 59’-4” wide.The height from stage floor to the gridis 69’.Backstage Areas: 2 production offices;800-sq.-ft. wardrobe room. 8 dressingrooms, 2 star dressing rooms; soloistroom.Sound: 5 EV XLD281 Loudspeakersin the center cluster; Left and RightClusters are (8 each side) EV XLC-127+. Soundcraft MH2 24 channelconsole.Lighting: Balcony/Side House fillsthroughout the theatre. In-HouseDimmers are controlled by an ETCEmphasis Server with an Express 125faceplate.Food & Beverage: Adler Theatre has 2permanent concession stands and theRiverCenter has 3 permanent conces-sion stands.Audience Amenities: Premiere ClubSeating in loge; Broadway at the AdlerTheatre Subscribers; Accessible seatingon main floor.Marketing: Full service marketing/pro-motions coordination available.Parking: 750 coveredparking spaces availablefor Adler Theaterpatrons. More than2,300 additional spacesnearby.See ad on page 40

IOWA

SOVEREIGN BANKARENA81 Hamilton AvenueTrenton, NJ 08611(609) 656-3200; Fax: (609) 656-3201www.sovereignbankarena.comGeneral Manager: Jeff Schumacher

Snapshot: Sovereign Bank Arena is aneight-year-old, $53-million multipur-pose facility. The arena opened itsdoors to the public for the first timeOctober 6, 1999 with the WorldWrestling Federation. Since opening,the arena has hosted over 1,200 eventswith over 2,500,000 guests attending.The facility has 1,150 private club seatsas well as 34 luxury suites. The arena ishost to many events including hockey,basketball, concerts, ice shows, athleticevents, family shows, trade shows and isthe home of the 2005 Kelly CupChampion Trenton Titans (now theTrenton Devils).

Capacities: Concerts – 7,200; EndStage – 7,600 Hockey- 7,800;Basketball – 8,200; Half-House –5,500; Theater – 3,200.Exhibition Space: 19,000 sq. ft plussignificant concourse space.Backstage Areas: 5 Locker Rooms, 4VIP locker rooms and 1 conferenceroom.Food & Beverage: Concessions are runby Ovations and we have 8 permanentstands, 3 permanent bars and 17portable stands.Parking: 3,500 Spaces onsite.Demographics: The Sovereign BankArena draws from over 4 million peoplefrom 6 counties in NJ and from 3 coun-ties in PA that are all within a 50 mileradius of the venue.See ad on page 61

NEW JERSEY


SPARTANBURGEXPOSITION CENTER6655 Pottery RoadSpartanburg, SC 29303(mailing)PO Box 160549Spartanburg, SC 29316(864) 699-2545; (864) 706-0162Fax: (864) 578-5450www.spartanburgexpo.comDirector of Sales & Marketing:Debby Mason

Snapshot: The Spartanburg ExpositionCenter is the perfect venue for hostingexpositions, exhibitions, entertainmentevents, conventions, trade shows andretail markets. Located in the beautifulfoothills of South Carolina, theSpartanburg Expo Center lies betweenthe bustling cities of Greenville, SouthCarolina and Asheville, NorthCarolina, and is convenient to both cityairports. During the past five years, theSpartanburg Expo Center has hostedhome and garden shows, dog shows,circuses, sports tournaments, and

antique shows, to name a few.Whether you need outdoor space orindoor exhibit halls, this space is yourperfect venue and includes a friendlyand knowledgeable staff ready to assistin all aspects of planning your event.Capacities: The Spartanburg ExpoCenter offers a combined 190,000square feet under roof. The commonarea is approximately 20,000 square feetand more than 150,000 is available forconference, meetings, or retail markets.There is an additional 38,000 sq.-feetof warehouse space with 5 loadingdocks and 1 drive through door.Entrance Hall: 12,160 sq. ft.Warehouse Storage: 36,000 sq. ft.Exhibitor Lounge: 1,500 sq. ft.Kitchen/Dining Facilities: 4,400 sq. ft.Parking: more than 1,300 free parkingspaces, which is also perfect for largeoutdoor events.Demogrpahics: within 20-MileRadius, 380,000 population with anaverage income of $54,859; within 40-Mile Radius 1.1 Million populationwith an average income of $49,584;within 80-Mile Radius, 3.7 Millionpopulation, with an average income of $51,064.See ad on page 41

SOUTH CAROLINA

SWIFTEL CENTER824 32nd AvenueBrookings, SD 57006(605) 692-7539: Fax: (605) 697-6393www.swiftelcenter.comExecutive Director: Tom Richter

Midwest Hospitality at its Best!Snapshot: The Swiftel Center is one ofSouth Dakota’s premier event centersfor meetings and entertainment. With a30,000-square-foot Arena, state of theart Daktronics Banquet Rooms,Concourse, County Rooms, ConferenceRooms and In-House Catering service;the Swiftel Center can plan any eventthat you can imagine. Swiftel Centerfeatures a dedicated staff to make anyevent successful from conception toreality and provide superior service witha friendly smile.Seating Capacities: Basketball – 4,300;End-stage Concert (reserved) – 5,400;End stage Concert (festival) – 7,000.Exhibition Space: 30,000 sq. ft.

Portable Staging: 40’ x 60’ x 4-6’ stage;(24) ME-500 supports, 48”-78”; (63)4’x8’ decks, reversible tech; (12) 4’x8’decks, ground pepper carpet/tech stage;(15) 8’ guardrails; (3) 4’ guardrails; (15)8’x48”-78” black skirting; (3) 4”x48”-78” black skirting; (8) 4’x8’x 18”-24”supports; (1) 21’x21’ dance floor.Sound: BOSE Quality Systems pow-ered by Crown Amplification.Lighting: Ruud Lights, (120) 400 WattMetal Halide; manually controlled.Backstage Areas: (4) Locker rooms;(2) Dressing room bathroom; (3) meet-ing Rooms.Food & Beverage: 2 Event level con-cession stands; full catering availableon-site.Marketing: full-service marketingdepartment.Demographics: The Swiftel Centerserves the tri-state region of SouthDakota, Minnesota and Iowa.See ad on page 42

SOUTH DAKOTA


Michael Kilgore TAMPA BAY PERFORMINGARTS CENTER2.3 million persons, 12+ in theTampa Bay metro area and 3.6million in the DMA.Cover 2

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TAMPA BAYPERFORMING ARTSCENTER1010 North W.C. MacInnes PlaceTampa, 33602-3720(813) 229-STAR; (800) 955-1045Fax: (813) 222-1057TBPAC.ORGVice-President of Marketing:Michael Kilgore

The Tampa Bay Performing ArtsCenter inspires audiences and artiststo dream and discover, to create andcelebrate.Snapshot: Since the Tampa BayPerforming Arts Center opened itsdoors in July, 1987, it has welcomed 10million guests. The 335,000-square-foot venue provides a wide variety ofworld-class events, including a touringBroadway series, grand opera and awide variety of concerts, performancesand events. More than 800,000 patronsattended 4,375 on-site events inTBPAC’s 2007-2008 season. The per-forming arts complex consists of five

distinct theaters, a performing arts con-servatory, a rehearsal hall, lobby spaces,outdoor spaces, boutiques, and threeon-site restaurants plus banquet facili-ties. With the addition of the PatelConservatory, TBPAC added 45,000 sq.ft. of space, including 20 studios,including two dance studios withsprung floors, a sound/lighting labora-tory, technical theater workshop,rehearsal hall, costume shop, isolation/sound booth, state-of-the-art black boxtheater and media arts/TV studio.Capacities: Carol Morsani Hall (2,610seats), Ferguson Hall (1,042 seats), theJaeb Theater (268 seats), the TECOEnergy Foundation Theater (250 seats),the Shimberg Playhouse (130 seats).Backstage Areas: backstage areas reno-vated in 2008, includes 14 dressingrooms; Musicians room at pit level.Food & Beverage: 3 on-site restau-rants, banquet facilities & numerousmobile F&B stations.Marketing: In-house MarketingDepartment.Demographics: There are 2.3 millionpersons 12+ in the Tampa Bay metroarea and 3.6 million in the DMA —ranking #1 in Florida and #2 in the Southeast.See ad on Cover 2

FLORIDA

U.S. CELLULAR ARENA400 W. Kilbourn AvenueMilwaukee, WI 53203(414) 908-6001; Fax: (414) 908-6010www.uscellulararena.comSales Manager: Tony Dynicki

Snapshot: The U.S. Cellular Arenaopened in 1950 as one of the first TV-friendly venues in the country, came ofage with rock & roll, and, as “MECCA”in the 1970s and 80s, was nationallyfamous for championship teams, rau-cous crowds, and has been home todecades of sports legend and concerthistory. Since 1998, the arena has com-pleted over $13 million in technologi-cal, accessibility and aesthetic improve-ments, maintaining its place as a centerfor Milwaukee entertainment, sportsand culture.Seating Capacities: Concert in round:11,848; End concert 360° -11,366; Endconcert, 270° - 9,858; End concert, 180° -8,509; End concert, 120° - 7,910; Half-house -6,368; Ice show - 6,689;Boxing/wrestling-12,146; Basketball -

11,119; Soccer- 9,600; Hockey -9,652;Open floor (permanent seats only) -8,910.Exhibition Space: 24,000-sq.-ft. mainfloor and concourse exhibit spaces.Backstage Areas: 120’ x 24’ media orbackstage catering room; Star (private)dressing rooms; 2 Team Rooms; 2Chorus Rooms; Green Room;Traveling production office w/phone.Sound: 29,200 Watts; 26 Crown Tri-amp Speakers; 26 Electro-Voice X-Array 3-way; Zoned multi-cluster.Lighting: 4000°K (CRI 65) metalhalide; dimmable Incandescents; 1641000W flood; 6 1600W Supertrouperfollow spots; 4 Supertrouper carbon arcfollow spots.Marketing Promotions: Full clientsupport through online event calendarand with media contact information,email campaigns, discounted MilwaukeeJournal Sentinel rates, on-site videoadvertising and other marketing andpublic relations services.Demographics: Diverse metropolitanpopulace of 1.7 million and extendedmetro of nearly 2 million; Chicago’s 8 million-plus metro is as little as 45 minutes away.

WISCONSIN

TOPEKA PERFORMINGARTS CENTER214 SE 8th Ave.Topeka, KS 66603(785) 234-2787; Fax: (785) 234-2307www.tpactix.orgExecutive Director: Barbara E. Wiggins

“Discover TPAC!”Snapshot: The Topeka PerformingArts Center is an historic building thatoriginally opened in May 1940 as theMunicipal Auditorium and has servedas an event venue. Renovated in theArt Deco style in 1991, TopekaPerforming Arts Center serves all typesof events and functions: theater, dance,musical concerts as well as corporatemeetings, banquets, wedding receptions,and special events.Seating Capacity: 2,448 seats. Themain floor seats 1,194. A half-housecurtain can be lowered for a more inti-mate feel. The seating capacity is 600.TPAC also has a 2,000-sq.-ft. black boxtheater that seats 120.

Exhibition Space: 6,500-sq.-ft., carpet-ed banquet facility, as well as a 1,000-sq.-ft. foyer. Both areas can and havebeen used as exhibition space.Staging: proscenium arch stage with aproscenium opening 49’-10” wide by25’-0” high; 31’-0” of stage depth fromthe plaster line to the upstage wall and2’-6” from the plaster line to the stageedge for a total stage depth of 33’-6”.Sound: recent in-house sound systemupgrade with the purchase of aSoundcraft MH2-40 sound console andadditional sound system processing andequalizing equipment. Headset stationsare located throughout the facility.Lighting: Stage lighting is controlledby a Strand LBX console located houseright of center at the front of the bal-cony 135’ from the stage; board has a125 channel and 200 cue capacity; dim-ming is a Strand CD80 dimmer systemconsisting of 278-2.4kw dimmers.Backstage areas: 1,975-sq.-ft. dancestudio; 800-sq.-ft green room; a 1,260-sq.-ft room and two 600-sq.-ft roomsavailable.Food & Beverage: 4 portable conces-sion stands.Marketing: in-house marketing agency;coordination of all local promotions andpublicity for event.See ad on page 43

KANSAS

TOYOTACENTER/TOYOTAARENA/THREE RIVERSCONVENTION CENTER7016 W Grandridge BlvdKennewick, WA 99336(509) 737-3700; Fax: FAX: (509) 735-4699www.yourtoyotacenter.com www.yourtoyotaarena.comwww.threeriversconventioncenter.com Executive Director: Jeff Kossow

“Experience Three Rivers”Snapshot: Three Rivers includes TheToyota Center, a 7,000-seat venue thatis home to WHL’s Tri-City Americansand the af2’s Tri-Cities Fever; the17,000-sq.-ft., 350-seat Toyota Arena,and the Three Rivers ConventionCenter, featuring more than 50,000 sq.ft. of meeting/exhibition space, 14,000sq. ft. of pre-function space, loadingdocks, a conference room, and a 1,600-sq.-ft. Cyber Café and patio.Seating: (Toyota Center)—In the

Round 7,715; End Stage 5,579; HalfHouse 3,435; Theater Set 2,031;Basketball 6,147.Audience Amenities: 11 Suites; TheSunset Lounge, the Toyota Center’sbanquet room, provides versatile spaceto accommodate groups from 250 to500 people, with 3,000 square feet, a29’x26’ dance floor, and privateentrance.Sound/Lighting: Full range, soundreinforcement suspended from arenagrid. Sound control room is located onthe third level, multiple patch baysaround the arena walls at floor level aswell as the press box. Mercury vaporlighting – 10 minute warm-up/cool-down time. Three separate rings, outerstands – 3,000 watts. Two super trooperlong throws.Backstage Areas: Locker/Dressingrooms equipped with shower and toiletfacilities (5 rooms total); Green Room;Production/First Aide Room.Food & Beverage: Toyota Center – 10 concessions stands; Catering provid-ed by Centerplate.Parking: 1,300 parking spaces, includ-ing over thirty ADA parking spaces.Marketing: co-promotional services,in house marketing.See ad on page 44

WASHINGTON


U.S. CELLULAR CENTER370 First Ave NEPARAMOUNT THEATRE123 Third Ave SECedar Rapids, IA 52401(319) 398-5211; Fax: (319) 362-2102www.uscellularcenter.comExecutive Director: Scott Schoenike

Snapshot: The U.S. Cellular Center ismulti-use facility is capable of hostingfrom 3,500 to 10,000 people. The facilitycurrently hosts top rock, country andalternative rock shows; rodeos; ice shows;family shows; major sporting events; con-ventions; trade shows. Adjacent to thearena is the Paramount Theatre renovat-ed in 2003, the Paramount offers an inti-mate ambiance, ornate architecture, com-fortable seating, and crisp acoustics.Seating: (U.S. Cellular) Total—10,004;Basketball—7,097; In the RoundConfiguration—7,779; Half House—4,857; (Paramount Theater) w/Orchestra Pit—1,930; w/o OrchestraPit—1,896.

Exhibition Space: Arena’s generic ven-dor booth set is 161 10’ x 10’ booths.Staging: (arena) StageRight ME1000portable staging system 80’wide by48’deep fully set; StageRight Z-800HDportable riser system 36’wide by 24’deepfully set. (theater) Proscenium Opening44’wide by 27’high x 32’8” deep.Lighting: Both Metal Halogen andincandescent lighting fixtures along withsix Strong Super Troopers. (theater)Coffeen-Anderson Sound systeminstalled with main center cluster, underbalcony and dome fills.Backstage Areas: (arena) 4 Team Room/Locker Room; Green Room compoundincludes common room and 5 break outrooms; (theater) 9 Dressing Rooms.Food & Beverage: (arena) 9 Concessionstands; (theater) 2 Concession stands.Marketing: Comprehensive MarketingDepartment; Events featured on website,Distribution of press releases detailingevent to all media. Design & distributionof e-Blasts via the TicketmasterMailManager system; Group sales.Demographics: Cedar Rapids/Waterloo/Iowa City Market.See ad on page 45

IOWA

VERIZON WIRELESSARENA555 Elm StreetManchester, NH 03101(603) 644-5000; Fax: (603) 644-1575Regional General Manager: Tim Bechertwww.verizonwirelessarena.com

New Hampshire’s Premier Sports &Entertainment FacilitySnapshot: New Hampshire’s premiersports and entertainment facility, theVerizon Wireless Arena, managed bySMG, has attracted more than 4.4 millionpeople, hosted more than 830 sports andentertainment events, including more than120 sold out shows, since opening sevenyears ago. The arena was designed toaccommodate a wide variety of events—including concerts, wrestling, figure skat-ing, hockey, basketball, family shows, aswell as convention and trade shows.Capacities: Center Stage in the round–11,700; End Stage (360) – 10,655; EndStage (270) – 9,337; End Stage (240) –8,931; End Stage (180) – 8,536;3/4 Stage – 6,700; House Stage –

5,400; Theatrical Stage – 3,000.Exhibition Space: 25,348 sq. ft.; 277 10’x8’booths in typical trade show configuration.Backstage Areas: main dressing room, 3auxiliary locker rooms, visiting team lockerroom, 2 officials locker rooms, press office,3 production rooms, lounge, catering room.Staging: Stageright equipment, setup is 48ft. deep X 60 ft. wide X 4 ft. tall, 8 ft. wideX 24 ft. deep sound wings SL & SR, and afront of house mixer riser 12 ft. deep X 16ft. wide X 1 ft. tall, 100 ft. from the downstage edge.Food & Beverage: 4 permanent concessionstands; 12 portable concession stands; VIPLounge; 2 specialty bars located on upperlevel; Full catering services offered back-stage and to suites.Amenities: 34 luxury suites, 5 party suites,Exclusive Club Lounge, 542 Club Seats,Wireless connection, Flat Screen TV’sthroughout the concourse.Marketing: Group Sales; EmailMarketing; Grassroots Marketing; MediaBuying; Media Promotions/Trade; PublicRelations.Demographics: New England Market—mainly from New Hampshire, as well asMA, ME, and VT.See ad on page 47

NEW HAMPSHIRE

VICKSBURGCONVENTION CENTERAND AUDITORIUM1600 Mulberry Street (Convention Center)901 Monroe Street (Auditorium)Vicksburg, MS 39180(601) 630-2929; (866) 822-6338Fax: (601) 630.2910www.vccmeet.comExecutive Director: Lawrence Gawronski, CFE

“We eat, drink and sleep this stuff.”Snapshot: Located in the heart of his-toric downtown Vicksburg, theVicksburg Convention Center andAuditorium offers 50,000 square feet ofmeeting and exhibition space on twolevels, featuring full service kitchen andon-site catering facilities, state-of-the-art meeting amenities and a wide arrayof exhibition and audio-visual equip-ment. The Auditorium is a performancevenue with a proscenium stage, 900fixed elevated seats and 450 portable

floor seats.Seating: 2,400 – Convention Center;1,350 – Auditorium.Exhibition Space: 17,000-sq.-ft.exhibit hall and 8,000 sq. ft. meetingroom space.Staging: Portable Stageright “Z-legsystem” – capable of most any size con-figuration up to 40’ x 80’ – Theatricaldraping system available including teas-er, traveler curtain and proscenium legs.Sound/Lighting: Basic trussing with24 theatrical par can lighting and dim-mer board – EV speaker/monitors – 16channel sound mix board.Food & Beverage: One permanentconcession location; portable locationsupon request; full on-site catering.Parking: 350 on-site surface spaceswith two multi-level parking rampswithin two blocks of center.Marketing: Full service marketing,advertising and promotional services.Demographics: Vicksburg / Jacksonmetro area has approximately 300,000target population.

See ad on page 48

MISSISSIPPI


VICTORIA GARDENSCULTURAL CENTER12505 Cultural Center DriveRancho Cucamonga, CA 91739(909) 477-2775; (909) 477-2774www.vgculturalcenter.comMarketing Manager: Francie Palmer

“Where arts and knowledge bringdreams to life”Snapshot: Dedicated in August, 2006,this unique civic facility is home to a536-seat performing arts center: theLewis Family Playhouse, the full-serv-ice Paul A. Biane Library, and flexiblebanquet and event space for up to 300attendees in Celebration Hall. Locatedas a major anchor to 1.5 million sq. ft.of upscale retail shopping and diningspace at Victoria Gardens, the destina-tion location of the Victoria GardensCultural Center greets over 750,000visitors per year. The one-acreImagination Courtyard is host to spe-cial events, receptions, weddings andvarious community events.

Capacities: Lewis Family Playhouse isa state-of-the-art 560 (apron seatingincluded)-seat performing arts theatrewith full theatrical sound, lighting, flysystem and trap door system space.Celebration Hall can be used as onelarge 4,500-sq.-ft. event space or con-figured in up to three individual spaces.Exhibition Space: 5,700 sq.ft.Staging: 40’ wide x 22’ high archedProscenium Opening, reveals a 78’ stagewidth & 34’ stage depth. The OrchestraPit is flexible into 3 positions: down,house and stage levels; 43 single purchasecounterweight fly lines in the fly system;30’ x 15’ Trap space with maximum sin-gle trap size of 36” x 72”; Portable stagingis provided by twelve 4’x8’ and eight4’x4’.Lighting: “ETC Emphasis w/Expression” lighting console, utilizing352 - 2.4 kw ETC Sensor dimmers.Sound: Yamaha M7CL 48 channeldigital console driving a Nexo GeoS830 P.A. in L/C/R configuration withNexo Controller NX241and 2x NexoCD-12C cardiod subs.Demographics: 4 miles from LAX/Ontario International Airport and 45miles from downtownLos Angeles; area filledwith young families andolder adults interested inperforming arts andentertainment.

CALIFORNIA

WILLETT HALL3701 Willett DrivePortsmouth, VA 23707(757) 393-5369; Fax: (757) 393-7324www.willetthall.comFacility Manager: Valora Baskerville

Where our biggest event is your satisfaction!Snapshot: Willett Hall is a concert the-atre which proudly features concerts,guest speakers, theatrical performances,musicals and dance performances.Reception areas available for meetingsand other events. Willett Hall knownfor excellent acoustics and seating sointimate that the last row of seats isonly 175 feet from the stage. WillettHall offers co-promotion and market-ing and advertising assistance. Staff isable to assist with any special needs thatclients and performers may need.Seating Capacities: 1,924 seats (868front orchestra, 591 rear orchestra and465 balcony seats)

Reception Areas: Lounge accommo-dates 75 – 100 persons.Curtaining: Main Act Curtain, MidStage Traveller, Concert Traveller,Upstage Cyclorama, 6 Paris LegCurtains and 6 Border Curtains.Stage: 4,185 square feet in size – 45feet deep, 93 feet wide. TheProscenium is 50 feet wide. Stageopening is 50 feet wide, 28 feet high.Orchestra Pit measures 520 square feet.Backstage Areas: 4 solo dressingrooms; 2 chorus rooms; 1 Green Room.Loading: 2 load docks, truck height,stage level.Food & Beverage: 2 concessionstands—downstairs & balcony.Parking: Free parking available acrossthe street from Willett Hall in desig-nated lot.Demographics: Willett Hall is situatedin Portsmouth, Virginia—right in theheart of Hampton Roads, a regionalarea of about 1.5 million people. Thebuilding draws from as far north asRichmond, Virginia, and as far south asnortheastern North Carolina.See ad on page 49

VIRGINIA

WINSTON-SALEMENTERTAINMENT-SPORTS COMPLEX2825 University ParkwayWinston-Salem, NC 27105(336) 725-5635; Fax: (336) 727-2922www.ljvm.comAssistant Director, Booking/Marketing:Gerry Duncan

“Our facilities will fit your needs,whatever the occasion. From 15 to 15,000, we have a place for you!”

Snapshot: The Winston-SalemEntertainment-Sports Complex includes:The Lawrence Joel Veterans MemorialColiseum; Dixie Classic Fairgrounds;Joel Coliseum Annex, Bowman GrayStadium, Joel Coliseum Theatre andErnie Shore Field. The facility’s flexibledesign offers a variety of seating andstage options to efficiently accommodatemany types of performances.Capacities:Lawrence Joel Veteran’s Coliseum: 15,272 Joel Coliseum Theatre: 5,839

Joel Coliseum Annex: 4,500Bowman Gray Stadium: 10,200Ernie Shore Field: 10,200Dixie Classic Fairground Grandstand: 5,000

Exhibition Space: more than 120,000square feet of meeting exhibit space.Backstage: press room, promoter's office,production offices and general meetingroom complete with phone lines; 4 starsuites, 4 spacious locker rooms;2 lounges. Entertainers' tour bus parkingwith power hook-ups in a secure area.Staging: Sisco decking available in 4’ X 8’ or 5’ X 8’ adjustable height sections; 3 EZ-Lift adjustable heightstairs for staging.Food & Beverage: 10 concessions standswith two doubles and additional specialtyfood carts. Full service catering and foodservices provided by Aramark.Demographics: Located in the center of North Carolina and midway betweenAtlanta and Washington, D.C., Complexreaches a target market of over 1.5 million individuals located within a50-mile radius. The Winston-Salem areaitself features 17 colleges and universitiesand an overall average median family

income of $58,200.See ad on page 50

NORTH CAROLINA

XCEL ENERGY CENTER199 West Kellogg BoulevardSaint Paul, MN 55102(651) 265-4800; Fax: (651) 265-4899www.xcelenergycenter.comVice President/General Manager: Jack Larson

“The world’s best tours stop at theworld’s best arenas”Snapshots: Located on six acres indowntown Saint Paul, Minnesota’s capitol city, Xcel Energy Center is a first-class multi-purpose sports and entertain-ment venue and home of the NHLMinnesota Wild. The venue encompass-es 650,000 square feet with four separateconcourses, four seating levels plus apress level and connects to adjacent SaintPaul RiverCentre Convention Centerand 5,500-seat legendary Roy WilkinsAuditorium Complex.Capacities: The arena seats 18,568 forNHL games; Center stage - 18,700;End stage - 13,900-18,000; Basketball -17,400; Ice show (proscenium) -13,500; Half house - 8,500.

Backstage Areas: 4 dressing rooms,NHL Officials dressing room;Hospitality/Green Room.Staging: SICO Staging 8’ x8’ sections4’ x 6’ high; SICO Risers 6’ x 8’,adjustable heights at 8”’ 16”’ 24”, 32”.Sound: JBL exploded cluster (6) withbalcony distribution; additional equip-ment on request.Lighting: Metal Halide SportsLighting with shutters; 6 XenonGladiators IIIs (3k); 4 Xenon SuperTrouper IIs (2K); 12 studio spots; 10Cyber light Turbos; Jands HOG 1000control panel.Food & Beverage: Numerous conces-sion stands throughout the arena supplied by Centerplate; Headwaters Bar and Restaurant, Iron Range Bar & Grill.Parking: On-site parking ramps for2,200 cars; additional 8,000+ within fiveblocks.Marketing: Complete in-house mar-keting promotions and sales.Demographics: Diverse population ofone million people who avidly supportconcerts, high profile sporting events,ice shows and family entertainment.See ad on page 59

MINNESOTA

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Brown United“A tradition of success since 1958”

Brown United is dedicated to providing the best available structural products and services to theEntertainment, Sports, Special Event and Corporate industries through research and develop-ment of new products and thorough training of talented and motivated personnel. Brown United prod-ucts include: Scaffolding, Bleachers and Grandstands Rental, Concert Stages and Roofs.

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Ungerboeck Systems International has developed the comprehensive and seamlesslyintegrated Event Business Management System (EBMS), a software product designed to servethe needs of all sectors of the events industries: Exhibition and conference organizers, venues,event contractors and destination managers. EBMS includes over 20 fully integrated modules, cov-ering the entire business spectrum, including Marketing, Event CRM, Venue Booking,Proposals & Contracts, Event Management, Operations, General Accounting andFinancial Analysis.

Ungerboeck Systems International, Inc. “Integrated Event Business Management Software For Venues, Events and Destinations”

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Tickets.com, Inc.Tickets.com is a global ticketing solutions provider for live events. The company facilitates the sale of tickets by enabling venues and entertainment organizations with proprietaryand cutting-edge software, retail outlets, kiosks, call centers and an interactive voice response(IVR) systems. Tickets.com builds private label Ticketing GatewaysTM to enable live entertain-ment organizations with e-commerce distribution platforms. The company also sells tickets direct-ly to consumers at www.tickets.com, as well as offering related products and services.

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STATE-OF-THE-INDUSTRY:MULTI-FACETED PARTNERING BETWEEN VENUE & PROMOTER

audience in partnership with our venue partner. We have probablyhave more than a dozen of these agreements, lasting from three tofive years typically. Obviously, we like these contracts, but some-times the length of the agreement can only go so long, becausethey can’t go past the contract a management company has withthe venue.

P R O M O T I O N S

Facilities: Co-promotion vs. renting a venue, which is more advantageous?Deutsch: Co-promotions are more advantageous to us than rent-ing, especially when the venue has strong marketing expertise witha clear, close-up view of their community; and a professional boxoffice and operations staff to assure a trouble-free run. The co-promotion ability makes a venue more appealing. In our experi-ence, some buildings are extremely stable, and my staff and theirstaff can work efficiently. We can speak in short hand to eachother and not have a lot of relearning. Unfortunately, when there’sbudget short falls, and a marketing staff is cut down from threepeople to one, that can be a challenge, and that may be increasinga little in today’s market.

Facilities: What types of co-promotions by a venue are now expected?Deutsch: In addition to supporting the advertising and PR cam-paign, we also expect venue marketers to have a strong group saleseffort plus dig into the grassroots of the community in order to

reach our “young mom” demographic—wherever they live, work,shop and relax.

Facilities: When you enter into a co-promotion agreement for a show,what marketing methods are most effective?Deutsch: We work in cooperation with the venue to tap the mosteffective and impactful media, sponsorship, retail and promotionalrelationships to reach our target demo. Sesame Street cues off thePBS system, so television sells best. The muppets are larger thanlife, they’re visual—so people make that connection with thepower of television. The vast majority of the audience is buyingtickets online, so we’ve stepped up internet marketing with ourvenues. Radio is still powerful, our target audience is the mom,and moms are on the move and captive in their cars. Billboardsand newspapers have become minor compared to electronic media.We work with cable stations and other broadcasters, as well as thevenues and their websites. We rely on these partnerships for co-promotions.

Facilities: What co-promotions are old hat?Deutsch: On-air ticket giveaways on the radio—and any promo-tion that’s so overdone by promoters that the message doesn’t cutthrough anymore.

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ADVERTISER INDEXCoversCover 1 – The BOK CenterCover 2 – Tampa Bay Performing Arts CenterCover 3 – CenturyTel CenterCover 4 – IZOD Center

NortheastGiant Center ..........................................................................30IZOD Center .................................................................Cover 4Sovereign Bank Arena...........................................................61Verizon Wireless Arena .........................................................47

Mid-Atlantic1st Mariner Arena ..................................................................19Willet Hall/City of Portsmouth .............................................49

SoutheastCenturyTel Center ........................................................Cover 3Duplin County Events Center...............................................65Florence Civic Center............................................................55Halton Arena/UNC Charlotte ...............................................31Harborside Event Center ......................................................33Spartanburg Expo Center.....................................................41Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center............................Cover 2Vicksburg Convention Center & Auditorium ......................48Winston-Salem Entertainment-Sports Complex ................50

MidwestAlerus Center .........................................................................20Arie Crown Theatre ...............................................................22The BOK Center.......................................................Cover 1, 3

Central Iowa Expo .................................................................60Clay County Regional Events Center ..................................25Emil and Patricia A. Jones Convocation Center/Chicago State University...................58Hoyt Sherman Place ..............................................................34i wireless Center ....................................................................35RiverCenter/Adler Theatre ...................................................40Swiftel Center.........................................................................42Topeka Performing Arts Center ...........................................43U.S. Cellular Center/Paramount Theatre.............................45XCEL Energy Center..............................................................59

WestAmericanBank Center ...........................................................21AT&T Center ............................................................................5Fair Park..................................................................................28Ford Center............................................................................13Seattle Center/KeyArena ......................................................36Toyota Center/Three Rivers Convention Center ................44

CanadaAir Canada Centre.................................................................53The Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre ...................27MTS Centre ............................................................................39

Puerto RicoColiseo De Puerto Rico.........................................................11

Other AdsIAFE.........................................................................................17IEBA ........................................................................................18

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