Concert Economics: Behind-the-scenes work at the Chris Brown concert.

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GUEST – Justin van Wyk - Chief Executive Officer at Big Concerts

From securing artists to managing logistics, putting on a successful concert is a complex undertaking. We'll be speaking with Justin van Wyk, CEO of Big Concerts, to learn about the behind-the-scenes work that goes into hosting big music concerts in South Africa. We'll use the recent Chris Brown concert as a case study to explore the challenges, triumphs, and the future of the live music industry.

18 Dec 2024 12PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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