Villa Muse

[vy2005]

What does everyone in Austin think about this new super giant entertainment complex going into east Austin. It supposed to have a 70K seated amphitheater which Austin definately needs to draw the top concerts. Also will house lots of recording studios, sound stages, video game production areas and more. Here is a link to check it out if you haven't heard of it.
The Link

 

[unpaintedhuffhines]

how have I never heard of this?

This is a rather bold project. Wish it was a bit closer to town, but 15 miles ain't bad.

If this gets pulled off it could be really f'in cool. I especially like the music venue.

 

[Duckie]

Looks like it isn't 100% that this project will happen.


Statesman

 

[hornian]

City Council didn't approve it. The developers are now saying that they are going to take their $2BB project elsewhere.

Way to drop the ball City Council.

 

[jimmyjazz]

The City Council is debating whether they will agree not to annex the venue until they reach certain revenue levels. The idea actually has support. I think only one councilmember is against it, and one other (Kim) has concerns about the specifics.

I think Villa Muses' claims for employment, etc. are absurd, but they will no doubt expand our tax base. They're funding it with private money -- I think it should proceed.

One of the fundraisers approached me last year and asked me to look at some of the technical specs for their recording studios and film stages & editing suites. It was all well beyond anything I have experience with, so I had a guy who manages a large Hollywood facility review it, and he thought some of their facility ideas were off the mark. (Too many editing suites, not enough soundstage, etc.) I don't know where they stand now.