Jay Marciano

President, MSG Entertainment

Jay Marciano joined MSG Entertainment (MSGE) in March 2005, bringing with him more then two decades of experience in venue management, concert promotion, festival and concert production. As President of MSGE, Marciano oversees all aspects of the division including Bookings and Productions at Radio City Music Hall, Madison Square Garden, The WaMu Theater at Madison Square Garden, Beacon Theatre, and The Chicago Theatre.

Under Marciano's stewardship, MSGE owns and operates the country's number one live entertainment production, The Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the world-famous Rockettes, which in addition to the legendary show in New York, played in seven cities in 2007. Additionally 2007 marked the 75th Celebration of The Christmas Spectacular and the new production incorporated more than 40 minutes of brand new scenes, including breathtaking special effects and state of the art technology. The 75th edition of The Christmas Spectacular was met with rave reviews by both critics and fans alike.

Since Marciano took the helm of MSG Entertainment in 2005, he has spearheaded a rebranding initiative for MSGE resulting in numerous new acquisitions and partnerships. In November 2006, MSGE acquired the legendary Beacon Theatre and not only increased the number of annual bookings at the theater, but also committed to overseeing a $10 million dollar restoration in 2008. Additionally, MSGE most recently acquired The Chicago Theatre, further extending the company's reach beyond New York City. Marciano was the driving force behind creating a first-ever partnership between Cirque du Soleil and MSG Entertainment, resulting in Cirque du Soleil's brand-new show Wintuk, which experienced an incredibly successful run at The WaMu Theater in the winter of 2007. Wintuk's multiyear engagement marks Cirque's first permanent address in New York designed exclusively for the WaMu Theater.

Under Marciano's supervision of all concerts, family and award shows held at the venues, MSG Entertainment has thrived. In September 2005, he played a critical role in organizing New York City's Live Concerts For the Gulf Coast "FROM THE BIG APPLE TO THE BIG EASY." Two star-studded shows held at both Madison Square Garden and Radio City Music Hall to support the long-term relief and rebuilding efforts following Hurricane Katrina which raise approximately $9 million dollars. Marciano utilized his extensive concert background in October of 2005 when he secured North America's only Cream reunion concerts. Award shows and memorable concert moments managed by Marciano include the Latin Grammy's and the Country Music Awards, both held for the first time in New York City at Madison Square Garden, as well as Billy Joel's 12-night sold out concert run, which broke the record of "Longest Run of a Single Artist," and Elton John's 60th performance on his 60th birthday earning him the title of "Most Performances by a Single Artist." Under Mr. Marciano's leadership, MSG Entertainment has been recognized by numerous prestigious industry publications. In 2007, Billboard once again named Madison Square Garden "Top Grossing Arena" and Radio City Music Hall "Top Grossing Small Venue."

Prior to his tenure at MSG Entertainment, Mr. Marciano served as chief strategy officer at AEG Live, where he oversaw the development and implementation of the company's business plan, new venue development and regional operations, as well as AEG's festival division, including the critically acclaimed Coachella Arts and Music Festival. During his tenure at AEG LIVE, Mr. Marciano helped the company become the nation's second highest grossing promoter. AEG produced the 2004 Prince tour - that year's highest grossing tour - and recently secured the long term co-producer rights for the 35 year old New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.

Prior to joining AEG Live Mr. Marciano enjoyed an 18-year tenure at Universal Concerts, he served in a number of executive positions, ultimately as president and ceo of the company. Under Marciano's leadership the company became one of North America's top grossing promoters, winning two Pollstar Awards for Best New Amphitheatre's (Molson Amphitheatre, Toronto and Coors Amphitheatre, San Diego), six Pollstar Best Theater Awards (Universal Amphitheatre, Los Angeles) and five Pollstar Best Amphitheatre Awards (Gorge Amphitheatre, Seattle), as well as three Billboards Top Grossing Promoter Awards (1997, 1998, 1999). In that role, Marciano oversaw the $190mm sale of Universal Concerts and its subsequent merger with House of Blues. Mr. Marciano also ran Universal's Canadian concert business, was responsible for the development, opening and operation of Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre in Denver and HiFi Buys Amphitheatre in Atlanta and directed entertainment for the Universal Amphitheatre, one of the world's most successful 6,000 seat theaters.