TLA Renamed Fillmore Philadelphia

Starting April 27, the Theater of Living Arts is no more. Instead, it’s Fillmore Philadelphia, the newest in a soon-to-be House of Blues-ish chain of Fillmore theaters across the country. (Irving Plaza in New York will be renamed Fillmore New York. Live Nation owns both venues.)

And who’s the opening band at the new Fillmore? Why, it’s Todd Rundgren, of course!

The new chain will take a few good feature from the original Fillmore, i.e. a free basket of apples at the front door of every show. (Healthy living! No trans fans!) But, uh, to me, this sounds a little TGI Friday’s:

On top of the significant renovations that the venue underwent last year, hardwood floors are being installed, the walls will be painted a deep red hue and three large chandeliers will shine light on vintage posters, pictures and newspaper articles recounting legendary live music performances.

Aw, pretty soon we’ll have our very own little triangle of corporate rock right in Center City: Hard Rock Cafe, House of Blues and Fillmore Philadelphia. But, ah, hardwood floors you say?

TLA renamed Fillmore Philadelphia [phillyBurbs.com]
Todd Rundgren to Play Inaugural Concert at Newly Re-Named Fillmore Philadelphia [PRNewswire]