Green light for O2 City Hall Newcastle revamp plan
Academy Music Group says there is a "massive opportunity" to restore the historic 2,600-cap UK venue to its former glory
News By James Hanley | 5 August 2025
Plans to revamp O2 City Hall Newcastle and put the venue “firmly back” on the touring circuit have been given the go-ahead.
Newcastle City Council has granted approval for the scheme, which will include a new balcony bar area, following an application on behalf of the Live Nation and Academy Music Group (AMG)-run Grade II-listed building.
Built in 1927, the 2,600-cap venue has hosted the likes of The Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Elton John, David Bowie, AC/DC and Led…
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