Into the Unknown: What Comes Next for Performers, Crew Members, and Venues?

As COVID-19 cases continue to serge in the U.S., the return date for live concerts, musicals, and other experiences is getting pushed back further and further.

In light of this, musicians have turned to platforms like YouTube and Facebook to stream virtual concerts to their fans. Even after live entertainment makes a return, I believe livestream entertainment will remain a major player in the way people perform and attend concerts and other live performances. Read More

Making an Empty House Feel Like Home

During the fall 2020 semester, I was lucky enough to be a part of the team that made Beaver Stadium feel like home for Penn State’s football team. Our goal was to replicate the game day environment for the team, which would be playing without the usual 100,000+ fans in attendance. Read More

What 5G Means for Concerts in a Post-Pandemic World

As Verizon works to deploy its 5G network nation-wide, it’s also bringing 5G Ultra-Wide Band to select markets.

This technology promises higher bandwidth and speeds for users in crowded stadiums and arenas, and Verizon hopes to deliver spectators their own, unique entertainment experience at events like football games and concerts. While 5G Ultra-Wide Band promises new, unimaginable experiences, I believe it will be more detrimental than innovative. Read More