Who is Webster Hall named after?
Who is Webster Hall named after? The building was renamed Webster Hall in 1992. The name Webster Hall was chosen to honor the previous land owner, Benjamin Webster, and the city of Webster Groves. Webster Hall was rededicated on September 8, 1992.
How much was Webster Hall sold for?
The concert hall was sold in April for approximately $35 million to the corporate entities behind the Barclays Center and Bowery Presents. The venue will be closed for an “undisclosed period of time,” McNamee said. The landmark, which was built in 1886 at 125 E.
Why did Webster Hall close?
The closing, to update the building's infrastructure for modern use, was planned to be for a period of three years. After that, AEG will present fewer dance nights and more concerts.
Does Jay Z own Webster Hall?
It was Jay-Z's first time performing at the East Village venue, which is now owned by AEG Live and BSE (of the Barclays Center), but he seemed at home. Maybe that's because he was.