Drones outside the venue continue to spark discussion and concern, but Cirque Du Soleil has released a beautiful glimpse at what it might look like for them to integrate into the experience happening on stage. HT to Slate, where you can watch a behind-the-scenes video.

I am keeping a log on the device within event services. My summary so far: Captain’s Log No. 1  Previewed Google Glass promo website. LOTS of promises of everything the device can do with photos of very attractive people doing very active things. We are advised to Be Active Expl

Two of our member venues have received Google Glass to experiment with in order to learn about the pros and cons of the technology when using it in a facility. We’ll be following their progress on the blog here and in FM magazine. The first blog post from the AT& T Performing Arts

The notable rise of eSports is sparking an entirely new content opportunity for venues of all types, as stadiums, convention centers, and everything in-between prove to be a potential host for the on-screen battles. Joining the mix is the new eSports Arena, the first venue in the U.S.

A new center in the Hebei province plans to help give musical theatre a boost when it opens in China. “With an investment of around 2 billion yuan (US$323 million) from the local government and Beijing-based production company Ovation Cultural Development, the operation covers a