Jay-Z Explains Why His Times Square Casino Proposal ‘Makes Perfect Sense’ for NYC

Jay-Z–backed Times Square casino faces Broadway’s refusal to share the spotlight at final public hearing

As the curtain fell on the final public hearing for the Jay–Z–backed Caesars Palace Times Square casino bid Thursday night, the Community Advisory Committee tasked with advancing the proposal to the state level was left with a central quandary: Can Broadway share the stage with a gambling complex in the heart of Midtown Manhattan? The hearing, held at the Broadhurst Theatre on West 44th Street, was filled with all the drama of the neighborhood —…

Jay-Z Defends Times Square Casino Proposal Amid Broadway Opposition

Jay-Z is addressing concerns from Broadway leaders over his Roc Nation-backed plan to bring a Caesars Palace casino to Times Square. The proposal, in partnership with SL Green and Caesars,… The post Jay-Z Defends Times Square Casino Proposal Amid Broadway Opposition appeared first on .

Jay-Z Explains Why His Times Square Casino Proposal ‘Makes Perfect Sense’ for NYC

Ahead of Thursday's hearing, Jay-Z sat down with 'City & State New York' to explain why Roc Nation's Times Square casino bid deserves a license.

Jay-Z Reveals Why He's Bidding $250M For New Casino In Times Square

In an interview with City & State New York, Jay-Z reveals why he and Roc Nation are making a $250,000 bid for a casino at 1515 Broadway — which would put the casino smack dab in the middle of New York City’s Times Square. Jay will also receive some assistance from developers SL Green and Caesars. The multi-hyphenate met with the Community Advisory Committee for a second hearing on Thursday (Sept.11). In Jay’s opinion, the decision “makes perfect…

JAY-Z Talks His Plan To Bring A Multi-Billion Dollar Casino To NYC

According to JAY-Z,  a multi-billion dollar casino in Times Square “Makes perfect sense,”  In an interview with City & State New York, JAY-Z discussed his next plans for New York City “Makes perfect  “New York City is the entertainment capital of the world, so the idea of a world-class casino here makes perfect sense,” he explained. “I’ve always looked at opportunities that can shift culture while uplifting communities, and Caesars Palace Times …

Jay-Z Defends Times Square Casino Bid As Cultural Investment + Says It's About 'Strengthening' Broadway & Creating 'Real Value' Within The Community - theJasmineBRAND

Jay-Z Defends Times Square Casino Bid As Cultural Investment + Says It’s About ‘Strengthening’ Broadway & Creating ‘Real Value’ Within The Community Jay-Z is doubling down on his love for New York City by investing in what he calls a “world class destination” in the heart of Times Square. He shared his vision in a new interview with City & State New York. Through Roc Nation, Jay-Z has partnered with SL Green and Caesars to propose a casino at 15…