Self Esteem to Launch London’s British Airways ARC Venue as Inaugural Headliner

AEG Presents has revealed the first wave of artists slated to perform at London’s much-anticipated new venue, the British Airways ARC, as it gears up to open its doors this summer. Explore Self Esteem See latest videos, charts and news In addition, the venue is positioning itself as a hub for musically diverse programming through a new partnership with the EFG London Jazz Festival.

The collaboration will launch with a special performance from saxophonist Branford Marsalis and vocalist Dianne Reeves on Nov. 21, celebrating the legacy of jazz icon John Coltrane. In a statement, Lucy Noble, AEG’s senior vice president (U.K. venues), said: “We are very proud of our newest venue and to have this lineup of the first incredible artists set to play is a fantastic way to begin the British Airways ARC story.

When fans come to see shows at British Airways ARC, they are going to be able to enjoy world-class facilities across everything from sound to seating and we really can’t wait to open the doors.” Situated within the new Olympia redevelopment, the British Airways ARC...