First look inside Co-op Live - Manchester’s newest arena and gig venue

This is the first look inside the £365m Co-op Live Arena in Manchester. With a capacity of 23,500 and backing and investment by Harry Styles, it is positioning itself as one of the UK’s most significant gig venues, looking to attract both homegrown and international talent. The large-scale arena has been built by BAM Construct UK and is a joint venture between Oak View Group (OVG), co-founded by music mogul Irving Azoff, and City Football Group. The arena boasts the largest floor space of any indoor venue, tiered seating that brings fans closer to the artists and space for just over 9,000 standing gig-goers. Continue reading at Manchester Evening News: Follow us on our Social channels: Twitter: Facebook: Instagram: TikTok: @manchesternews LinkedIn: Website: LIKE | COMMENT | SUBSCRIBE | SHARE #Manchester #cooplive #gigs