Jay-Z, who recently became a dad is making 2012 count. The Brooklyn born rapper is making history by becoming the first rap artist to perform in New York City’s legendary Carnegie Hall.
The concerts will be held on February 6th and 7th at the Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Montreal’s Moment Factory, an interactive set maker, will provide a cascading color and light show for the historic Hip-Hop shows.
Eric Fournier, partner and executive producer at Moment Factory, says his company is up for the challenge.
“For us, that’s the beauty of the challenge. Yes, it’s Carnegie Hall, but it’s also Jay-Z. That’s why we’re doing this project, because we have this great artist to magnify on stage, and not replace,” Fournier said of merging the scenic elements with Jay-Z’s two-night stand.
The concert will benefit the United Way of New York City and The Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation. Tickets go on sale on January 30th with the after party being held at Jay-Z, Chelsea, 40/40 club. reachnyc
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