Ari Emanuel’s Mari Acquires ATG Entertainment, Theater Owner Behind ‘Wicked’ and ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ Productions
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Ari Emanuel’s new global events and experiences company, Mari, has agreed to acquire the major theater owner and operator ATG Entertainment from Providence Equity Partners. The transaction is estimated to be valued at $6 billion and marks a significant expansion for the live events company within the theater industry.
ATG Entertainment operates a total of 70 venues across the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Spain. This portfolio includes 10 venues on London's West End and seven theaters on Broadway, alongside major stage productions such as 'Wicked' and 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.'
Because the purchase involves dozens of venues worldwide, the completion of the acquisition remains subject to regulatory approval.
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Variety (US)Focuses on the specific hit productions and total global venue count.
NYT Business (US)Emphasizes the specific number of Broadway and West End theaters and regulatory hurdles.
The Hollywood Reporter (US)Highlights the estimated $6 billion deal size and industry foothold.
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