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The Latest Breaking News from Coop Live

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie performs at Manchester AO Arena after Co-op Live chaos

The rapper’s show at Co-op Live was cancelled at the last minute on Wednesday due to a ‘technical issue’.

Evening Standard

‘Turn the building off and on’: social media schadenfreude over Co-op Live arena

Failure of Manchester venue to open has angered those who paid for travel and hotels for cancelled events

The Guardian - UK

Olivia Rodrigo Postpones Shows Due To Technical Issues In Manchester

Olivia Rodrigo faces disappointment as she postpones shows at Co-op Live arena due to technical issues, affecting fans and the artist.

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Take That move gigs to different Manchester venue over Co-op Live issues

Boyband cites ‘technical issues’ at arena where Olivia Rodrigo, Keane and Peter Kay had also been due to perform

The Guardian - UK

Lidl By Lidl: High street supermarket chain accepts Liam Gallagher's offer to play in their Manchester store if troubled local arena can't stage his Oasis tribute shows

Could Liam Gallagher rock a Lidl store in Manchester next month? The supermarket is waiting with open aisles

Louder

Angry fans seek compensation from Co-op Live after third opening show axed

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie gig cancelled last minute after air conditioning part falls from gantry during soundcheck

The Guardian - UK

What is the ticket tax MPs are proposing?

Billie Eilish and MPs have backed the idea – now charity wants all massive concerts to give something back

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Is this the most disastrous venue launch of all time? Opening show at Co-op Live cancelled after piece of air conditioning unit falls from the ceiling: "To cancel an event whilst people are queuing to get in is an absolute disgrace!"

After A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie's show was axed minutes before the artist was due on stage, two Olivia Rodrigo shows have now been postponed in chaotic opening for £365m venue

MusicRadar

Tell us: have you been affected by disruptions at the Co-op Live arena?

We would like to hear from people who have been affected by postponements and cancellations at the Co-op Live arena

The Guardian - UK

Olivia Rodrigo says she's 'so bummed' by Manchester Co-op Live arena shows postponement

Venue bosses confirm the US star will not be performing on May 3 and 4

Evening Standard

Olivia Rodrigo gigs called off as chaos continues at Manchester’s Co-op Live

Postponements come hours after queueing fans were turned away from A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie gig on Wednesday evening

The Guardian - UK

Peter Kay forced to reschedule Manchester shows again after arena boss quits amid delay chaos

The Black Keys have also rescheduled their upcoming gig in light of issues at the venue

Evening Standard

More gigs postponed amid opening week chaos at Manchester Co-op Live arena

General manager resigns after test event problems at 23,500-capacity venue, with shows rescheduled

The Guardian - UK

Thousands ‘fuming’ after tickets cancelled for Co-op Live arena show in Manchester

Rick Astley sang for staff, VIPs and press in test event at UK’s biggest indoor arena ahead of opening

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MTV EMA awards to be held in Manchester for first time

Star-studded ceremony to take place in November at new Co-op Live arena, set to become the UK’s largest when it opens in April

Liverpool Echo

First look inside new £365m Co-op Live arena opening in Manchester

The 23,500-capacity arena is on track to be completed to host its first events in April next year

Manchester Evening News

First look inside Co-op Live - the £365m entertainment venue that will 'make Manchester the musical capital of Europe'

The music-first arena will open its doors to fans in April 2024, gearing up for a wide variety of artists and events across its opening season

Birmingham Post

Wigan Athletic, Dechra Pharmaceuticals and The Co-op: The 13 latest North West deals

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Liverpool Echo

Opening date for £365m Co-op Live arena backed by Harry Styles revealed

The indoor arena in Manchester will have a capacity of 23,500

Manchester Evening News

New opening date for £365million Co-op Live indoor arena backed by Harry Styles

Pop star Harry Styles is an investor in the project and has contributed ideas about its design

Birmingham Post

Co-op Live: New opening date revealed for £365m indoor arena

Test events are planned to be staged in April with an exact date for the first act open to the paying public expected to be announced in the coming months

Birmingham Post

Co-op Live co-owner Oak View Group acquires Royal Ascot caterer Rhubarb Hospitality Collection

Rhubarb will now work with OVG to operate Co-op Live

Birmingham Post

Apollo Global Management: The private equity giant behind billion-pound THG takeover bid

Apollo Global Management has until May 15 to either make a firm offer or walk away

Wales Online

Glastonbury tickets can be won if you are a Co-op member

The event returns to Worthy Farm in June

Birmingham Post

New general manager for Manchester's Co-op Live vows 'gamechanging arena experience' for artists and fans

Gary Roden joins venue that's backed by Manchester City owner and by Harry Styles

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