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Originally Posted by EastChestnut
That's so weird.
I heard a year ago that that place was supposed to be renovated and sound proofing changed so it could hold live shows and boxing matches.
First Monopoly... Now this!
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It has been hosting these kinds of events for several years now. The bookings have been a little sparse, but they have hosted a lot of big name musical acts since the renovations (Springsteen, Fleetwoold Mac, Neil Diamond, Paul McCartney, Bette Midler, etc...) You can catch the Trans-Siberian Orchestra there this Thursday.
http://boardwalkhall.com/Calendar/
http://boardwalkhall.com/history.asp
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The Historic Atlantic City Convention Hall, now commonly referred to as the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall, was listed on the United State Register of Historic Places as a National Historic Landmark on February 27, 1987. As a result, all work performed in the building must be executed in compliance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.
As originally created, the building was not designed to accommodate present-day production standards and efficient use of space. The structural improvements addressed accessibility for rigging, lights and sound equipment; newer, wider and more comfortable seating with acceptable sight lines between the lower edge of the balcony and the floor level; and improved use of corridor space, modern back-of-house facilities and guest accommodations.
The $90 million renovation to transform historic Boardwalk Hall into a state-of-the-art special events arena was completed under the auspices of the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority, the building's owner. The facility is operated by the Atlantic City Convention and Visitors Authority and managed by SMG.
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Jayfar
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“I am indeed well aware of the history of Conventional (sic) Hall, both globally and locally, and can assure you that we are carefully exploring avenues for its future.” -- Penn President Amy Gutmann 5 days before demolition began.
Last edited by Jayfar : 12-26-2006 at 09:55 PM.
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