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Opry Entertainment Group (OEG) has announced the acquisition of a majority interest in Southern Entertainment, a prominent live events producer known for its management of various country music festivals. This strategic investment highlights OEG's commitment to enhancing its presence in the live entertainment sector and promoting country music experiences across the country. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eyD83-ZT

Scottish Islands' hospitality support to continue - Institute of Licensing (IoL) A new 40% relief will also be introduced for mainland hospitality premises, including grassroots music venues with a capacity of up to 1,500. https://buff.ly/41C61tm

🎤 The Business Behind Music Festivals: How the Biggest Events Make Money 💸 Ever wondered how music festivals like Coachella, Glastonbury, and Tomorrowland make money? 💰 This breakdown reveals the key revenue streams—from ticket sales and sponsorships to merchandise and food—along with the major costs like talent, logistics, and production. It’s a fascinating look at the business behind the scenes of some of the biggest music events in the world. 🎶 #MusicBusiness #EventManagement #FestivalEconomics #RevenueStreams #BehindTheScenes

How can the reduction of #GST further boost the #media and #entertainment landscape in India? What is the future of music festivals and amusement parks, and how can these contribute to the growth of this sector? Which global trends can be adopted to further enhance the entertainment sector? Watch Chandrashekar Mantha, Partner and Media & Entertainment Sector Leader, Deloitte India, share his perspectives and expectations from the upcoming #UnionBudget2025. 📖 Download the booklet for deeper insights: https://delo.tt/6049aZZD1? #UnionBudget2025 #MediaAndEntertainment #GSTReduction #EntertainmentIndustry #MusicFestivals #AmusementParks #GlobalTrends #DeloitteOnBudget #DeloitteBudgetLens #BudgetInsights #IndianEconomy

As the #media and #entertainment industry sets its hope on the #government initiatives through the upcoming #budget, sharing my views on how the budget can help the industry boost and help create more economic impact for our nation. #unionbudget2025 #GST #incentives #media #gaming #sports #films #broadcasting #radio #budgetInsights #Deloitte #Deloitteonbudget #GlobalTrends #Industryexpectations #Bharat #Indianeconomy

A new UK Festivals Data Map has been launched, mapping over 850 festivals that took place in England, Wales, and Scotland in 2024, where music was a key part of the entertainment. The free, publicly available, UK Music Festival Resource is designed to be updated and help the industry count festivals, artist plan tours and fans discover new events in their area. https://lnkd.in/eedaVkyr #Festivals #EventProfs #EventsIndustry

Grant opportunity: Revive Live Open 05/08/24; Closes 23/08/24; up to $200,000; National The program will provide essential support to established live music venues and music festivals to assist them to continue to operate in the current operating climate, limiting venue closures and event cancellations, and stimulating long-term sustainability. It will also focus on activities that improve accessibility and provide participation opportunities for audiences, and career pathways for musicians and music workers, with disability. There are different streams. Within the total available funding, $1.2 million will be available for applications that specifically address activities to improve accessibility at established live music venues or established music festivals. To be eligible for funding, applicants must have an ABN, be registered for GST, and be one of the following entity types: -a company incorporated in Australia -a company incorporated by guarantee -a sole trader with employees -an incorporated trustee on behalf of a trust -an incorporated association -a partnership -an incorporated not-for-profit organisation -an Australian local government body -an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Corporation registered under the Corporations (Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 There is a very short application period for this grant. Need help? We can offer grant writing and mentoring services, so reach out if you'd like to discuss the grant application. #pruesgold #grants #grantwriting

Did you spot any Haulaway Storage Containers at EDC this weekend?!! While the lineup was great….we think the star of the show was our on-site storage containers (we might be a bit biased🤩) With all of the extra equipment needed for music festivals, our on-site storage containers are the perfect storage solution to keep valuables on-site and accessible when needed #edc #haulawaystoragecontainers #onsitestorage #jobsitestorage #portablestoragecontainers #storagesolutions #safestorage #lasvegasstorage #equiptmentrental

The Downfall of Music Festivals: What Went Wrong? #musicfestivals #festivalfailures #musicfestivaldecline  Music festivals, once the pinnacle of live music and communal experiences, are now facing significant challenges worldwide. Rising costs, including artist fees and logistical expenses, have led to higher ticket prices, which deter many potential attendees. Sponsorships, a critical revenue source, are also dwindling as brands become more selective. Read the full article at: mashene.com

Chapman Freeborn Names New Heads for European Music & Entertainment Division 🎶✈️ Chapman Freeborn has appointed Paul Kindred as Head of Music and Entertainment Business Development and Chloe Phelps is as Head of Music and Entertainment Charters to lead its new European division. With strong growth in live music and touring, the company is set to strengthen its position as the global partner of choice for the music and entertainment industry. The division will also offer clients the option to offset carbon emissions from performer and equipment travel, aligning with sustainability goals. #MusicIndustry #Entertainment #Sustainability #ChapmanFreeborn Chapman Freeborn Airchartering