The New York Philharmonic will perform its first concert at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, January 25 2026, and will be the first orchestral event to use MSGE’s newly installed Sphere Immersive Sound system.
Sphere Immersive Sound is a proprietary audio platform that places hundreds of speakers around a venue to deliver 360‑degree spatial audio. The system debuted at Radio City on November 6 2025 during the Christmas Spectacular, and the Philharmonic’s concert marks the first time the technology is used in a live concert setting. Radio City Music Hall seats 5,960 guests, and the immersive audio is expected to provide a consistent, high‑fidelity experience for every seat.
MSGE’s investment in Sphere represents a strategic shift from pure venue ownership to experiential innovation. By offering a unique, high‑quality audio experience, the company can justify premium ticket pricing, attract sponsorships, and create new hospitality opportunities. The technology is also scalable to other MSGE venues, positioning the company to generate additional revenue streams as the system is rolled out across its portfolio.
In its most recent quarterly report, MSGE posted revenue of $158.3 million for fiscal 2026 Q1, up 14% year‑over‑year, and an adjusted operating income of $7.1 million. Earnings per share were –$0.46, beating the consensus estimate of –$0.67. The beat was driven by disciplined cost management and operational leverage, which helped offset the impact of higher capital expenditures on the Sphere system.
Josephine Vaccarello, Executive Vice President of Live for MSG Entertainment, said the Philharmonic’s performance would “bring a unique clarity and richness of music to the 5,960‑person audience.” Matías Tarnopolsky, President & CEO of the New York Philharmonic, highlighted the orchestra’s long‑standing connection to New York and its historic first appearance at the venue. James L. Dolan, Executive Chairman and CEO of MSG Entertainment, noted that Sphere “provides a new medium for directors, artists, and brands to create experiences that cannot be seen or told anywhere else.”
Investors welcomed the earnings beat and the company’s continued focus on technology investment, viewing the Sphere rollout as a differentiator that could drive future growth and enhance the value proposition of MSGE’s venues.
The Philharmonic’s debut at Radio City Music Hall with Sphere Immersive Sound underscores MSGE’s commitment to delivering cutting‑edge experiences. The event not only marks a milestone for the orchestra but also signals the company’s readiness to leverage technology to create new revenue opportunities and strengthen its competitive position in the live‑entertainment market.
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