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Why did Germain Amphitheater close?

Why did Germain Amphitheater close?

Germain closed at the end of the 2007 concert season, and the property was put up for sale. As the venue sat vacant, the concessions buildings behind the stage were vandalized, and some of the seats were removed. The amphitheater sold in 2012 to a property development company, and was completely demolished by May.

What year did Polaris Amphitheater close?

2007
It’s been 23 years since the Polaris-turned-Germain Amphitheater first opened as a concert venue. We take a look back at the history of the venue – known for concerts, festivals and even a small riot – before it closed in 2007.

Is Express live inside or outside?

EXPRESS LIVE! is the first indoor and outdoor concert venue in America. EXPRESS LIVE! features state-of-the-art lighting, acoustical systems and an innovative, one-of-a-kind reversible stage.

Where was the Polaris Amphitheater located?

Columbus, Ohio
The Germain Amphitheater (originally the Polaris Amphitheater) was a 20,000-seat outdoor entertainment venue located in Columbus, Ohio, near the suburb of Westerville. The venue opened as part of a large development venture off of Interstate Highway I-71.

Who owns Express Live?

PromoWest Productions
Express Live!

Owner Nationwide Realty
Operator PromoWest Productions
Capacity 2,300 (Indoor Music Hall) 5,200 (Outdoor Amphitheater)
Construction
Opened October 2, 2001

Does express live have seats?

EXPRESS LIVE! can hold up to 4,500 people but we unfortunately can’t provide 4,500 individual seat views, therefore the seat views we show are usually a sample from different sections in a venue. If the seating chart on this page isn’t quite what you’re looking for, you might want to select another EXPRESS LIVE!

Is Polaris Amphitheater still open?

The Germain Amphitheater (originally the Polaris Amphitheater) was a 20,000-seat outdoor entertainment venue located in Columbus, Ohio, near the suburb of Westerville….Germain Amphitheater.

Construction
Opened June 15, 1994
Closed October 5, 2007
Demolished 2012

When did Stage AE open?

December 3, 2010
Structurally, it’s divided into three independent concert spaces: a music hall, club and outdoor amphitheater….Stage AE.

Operator PromoWest Productions
Capacity 5,500 (Outdoor Lawn) 2,400 (Indoor Music Hall) 400 (The Club)
Construction
Broke ground April 25, 2010
Opened December 3, 2010

What is platinum seating at Express Live?

Platinum Seating for outdoor shows are reserved seats located between the General Admission Pit and General Admission Lawn. Separate General Admission Pit & Lawn tickets are not sold and each area is first come first serve.

When did the Germain Amphitheater in Columbus Ohio Open?

The concert season began mid-May, continuing through early October and featured 20-30 concerts per year. At the time it opened, it was the largest and most suitable venue for concerts in central Ohio . The amphitheater opened on June 15, 1994, with a concert by The Moody Blues and the Columbus Symphony Orchestra.

How many seats are in the Germain Amphitheater?

The venue opened as part of a large development venture off of Interstate Highway I-71. There were 6,700 seats in an open-air pavilion—much of it under cover—and room for another 13,300 people on general admission lawn seating.

When did Farm Aid close the Germain Amphitheater?

On September 7, 2003, the amphitheater was the site of the 16th annual Farm Aid concert. Tickets to the event sold out within two weeks. After the 2007 season, the amphitheater closed. According to The Columbus Dispatch, the rising real estate values were the main reason behind the sale.

Where is the Germania insurance Amphitheater in Austin?

Germania Insurance Amphitheater has stars on the stage and above it. Offering great views to enjoy your favorite artists and bands at Circuit of The Americas. Germania Insurance Amphitheater has stars on the stage and above it. Offering great views to enjoy your favorite artists and bands at Circuit of The Americas.