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The Forge chosen as name for Birmingham entertainment district - American Idols Hicks & Studdard To Open Clubs in Downtown Venue
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The name was announced by Performa CEO
The Forge recalls the city's roots as an iron and steelmaking town. Vulcan, the Roman god of the forge, is the city's symbol. "We want the new entertainment district to be like the statue of Vulcan," said Fields, "something that brands
The name also meets the criteria of being short, easy to remember and adaptable to marketing. "Like its namesake, The Forge will generate sparks," Elkington said. "I can see the ads now - "Forge some fun," "Hot times at The Forge."
The clubs with Hicks and Studdard reflect the local flavor that will make the development distinctive. Other tenants who have signed letters of intent or leases include Rhythm & Brews, Iron City Saloon, Bluesboro, Wet Willie's, Sleep Out Louie's, Mesquite Chop House and Wow Cafe & Wingery. More than 50 per cent of the 136,000 square feet in the district has been pre-leased.
Elkington and Fields said The Forge is on schedule to bring new entertainment options downtown. "We're excited at the plans, at the list of prospective tenants, and by the name," said Fields. "We believe The Forge will help create a new identity for
About Performa: Performa Entertainment Real Estate, Inc., the developer of Beale Street, is a privately owned real estate development and advisory firm headquartered in
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