The O2

This week, The O2, the world’s most popular music venue, will see its ten millionth visitor come through the doors also confirming its place as one of London’s top cultural attractions.

Since opening The O2 has enjoyed hosting a string of the world’s best music, sport and entertainment, establishing itself as a favourite destination for both the public and the stars who appear there.

This month alone The O2 will see, as ever, a huge array of events, from Stevie Wonder to Lee Evans, to an NBA game to Disney on Ice, to the start of indigO2’s new classical series to the opening of Gunter von Hagen’s much acclaimed Body Worlds exhibition in The O2 bubble. Along with the recently opened matter nightclub, 26 bars and restaurants and an 11 screen Vue cinema there is more to do at The O2 than ever.

Opening in June last year The O2 has proved itself a hit with performers as well as the public. Comments from the stars include:

“This venue is F****** great!” - Gary Lightbody, Snow Patrol

“I think it is the best venue in the world!” – Mel C, Spice Girls

“What a beautiful place this is” – Gary Barlow, Take That

“Leave it to London to build the biggest, baddest venue in the world!” – Chester Bennington, Linkin Park

"...probably best indoor gig there is. I've only played there for 3 shows. But such an easy room to play to the crowd. It has great sound and it's on my river." – Keith Richards, The Rolling Stones

“We played The O2. You can’t describe that feeling” – Cheryl Cole, Girls Aloud

Never a venue to rest on its laurels 2009 sees The O2 present its first classical show in the arena, Carmina Burana, two major sporting events, the World Gymnastic Championships and the Tennis World Tour Finals, and the launch of the British Music Experience, a permanent cutting-edge music exhibition. Forthcoming blockbuster acts include Queen, Elton John, Coldplay, Kings of Leon, Barry Manilow, five nights of Tina Turner, Keane and The Killers.

David Campbell, Chief Executive of AEG Europe, owners and operators of The O2, said: “The O2 aims to be one of the world’s most dynamic venues, bringing in the very best music, sport and entertainment. Ten million visitors through our doors is testament to both the top class content within the building, and that AEG have created a destination enjoyed by all who visit it.”

Since opening nearly 500 different musical acts have appeared across the venue.

For further information please contact Lucy Ellison or Stephanie Jones at AEG Europe on 020 8643 2572/2573

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