HOLLYWOOD, Fla. (November 15, 2023) – Pollstar recently unveiled its 2024 nominations for the annual Pollstar Awards honoring the top venues, live music executives, agencies, tours, production companies and more. Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood is the only venue that earned nominations for both the Best Theatre of the Year and Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year. Additionally, Victor Sanchez, Director of Entertainment for Hard Rock and Seminole Gaming earned a nomination for the Rising Star Award.
Voting is open to Pollstar subscribers now through Friday, Dec. 8. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024, in Los Angeles at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards.
This dual acknowledgment reaffirms Hard Rock Live’s standing as a dynamic and multifaceted entertainment destination. Hard Rock Live has procured some of the major tours mentioned in Pollstar’s nomination announcement including Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band; Eagles and Steely Dan; Ed Sheeran; Metallica; Paramore; Wu-Tang Clan & Nas; Janet Jackson; John Mayer; Jonas Brothers; MANÁ; Bert Kreischer; Dave Chappelle; Matt Rife and Billy Joel.
“In addition to Victor’s well-deserved recognition as one of the industry’s brightest future stars, we are truly honored to be the only venue nominated in both the Theatre of the Year and the Casino/Resort Venue of the Year categories,” said Keith Sheldon, President of Entertainment for Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming. “These nominations underscore our commitment to consistently delivering world-class live performances across all genres of music while providing best-in-class experiences for our guests.”
The Pollstar Awards celebrate excellence in the global live entertainment business. Hard Rock Live’s dual nominations reflect its outstanding contributions to the world of live entertainment and its ability to provide a unique and unparalleled experience for performers and audiences alike.
Launched in 2019 as an integral component of the $1.5 billion expansion of Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, the state-of-the-art Hard Rock Live boasts a 7,000-person capacity. With cutting-edge technical capabilities, this venue is equipped to host A-list celebrity performances, award shows, sporting events, and nationally televised programs.
For more information about Hard Rock Live and its upcoming events, visit www.myHRL.com.