Bay Stage

This summer Jones Beach introduces The Bay Stage, an exciting new addition that promises fans a new rock experience. The performances will be staged in an alternate location on the theater property. The 5,000 capacity general admission layout combines the best features of an outdoor summer concert with the personal feel of a small music club.

Bay Stage SCHEDULE 2009	DATE		times
"ON THE BAY STAGE" All Time Low / Push Play We the Kings / Cartel / Days Difference	MON	7/13	DOORS: 5:30 SHOW: 6:30 *COMMENTS*
"ON THE BAY STAGE" MTVU Sunblock Festival - Boys Like Girls Gym Class Heroes / The Academy Is... The Veronicas / Never Shout Never	THUR	7/23	DOORS: 3:25 SHOW: 4:25 *COMMENTS*
"ON THE BAY STAGE" Taking Back Sunday / Envy on the Coast Under0ath	FRI	8/28	DOORS: 6:00 SHOW: 7:00 *COMMENTS*
"ON THE BAY STAGE" Killswitch Engage / All That Remains Vision of Disorder / Unearth	SAT	8/29	DOORS: 4:10 SHOW: 5:10 *COMMENTS*

It will be the area’s largest general admission venue and operate as part of the Amphitheater complex, with Long Island’s own Push Play set to christen the new stage. The Bay Stage, named for its location on Zach’s Bay in Wantagh, will have a capacity of 5,000 and focus on big-name acts that prefer playing general admission shows and developing acts and package tours that are too big for New York ballrooms but not big enough for arenas, said Live Nation’s Christian McKnight, who is spearheading the stage’s launch. “It’s the right place to play for certain bands – bands who have wanted to come, but haven’t been able to play Long Island,” said McKnight. “It will fill a void.”

The new venue, which is located on the other side of the concession area from the amphitheater, will operate on the amphitheater’s off days and feature lower ticket prices. The Bay Stage will start with six shows this season and, depending on the audience response, will expand further next year. The full Bay Stage schedule will be announced soon. However, McKnight confirmed that Melville's Push Play will be the opening band for the first concert, All Time Low on July 13. “We’re not going to be able to do it every show, but when we can we’re going to try to put a Long Island band on the bill,” said McKnight, who has been a longtime proponent of the Long Island music scene, organizing local shows as well as massive festivals like The Bamboozle. “There are so many Long Island bands out there doing well.”

♫ Due to the unusually high amount of rainfall this season, mosquito repellent may be a good idea for the Bay Stage events.

♫ Children are allowed in the venue. All guests older than 2 years of age are required to hold a valid ticket for that day’s event. We encourage guardians and guests to bring ear protection. We do not have control over the content of performances and may not be suitable for all ages. Others may also consider certain content objectionable.

♫ The Bay Stage events will be located inside the licensed property and located a short distance from the VIP area. Events will not be able to be viewed/heard from the VIP area.

♫ Unfortunately, for the Bay Stage, there will be no grassy areas where blankets can be used. No lawn chairs will be allowed into the venue. The events will be General Admission and Standing room only.

♫ There will be a “Parent Zone” area located inside the theater which parents, guardians and anyone who is waiting for a child may utilize at no charge. People wishing to utilize this PZ area may check in at the main gates with our event staff. Guests will be directed to the area and must remain inside this secured area of the venue until they are ready to leave the event. There will be restroom and concession facilities available to all guests inside this area.

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written by http://www.ed-hardy.cc, February 26, 2010

I am going to the show tonight with someone who is on crutches? Is there a place for them to sit when we get there? Is this venue handicap accessible?

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written by ugg bot, November 06, 2009

is the bay stage only standing room? cause i thought it was but the picture doesnt make it seem like it is

haige
written by ugg boots sale, October 22, 2009

Is there a place for them to sit when we get there?

ll
written by vl, September 29, 2009

Do we have to make our way around to bay pkwy and park north west of the theatre?

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written by blah, August 28, 2009

for the show on saturday. are we allowed to crowd surf and mosh?

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written by Cherry, August 27, 2009

Really excited for the Taking back sunday show. does anyone know what time it might be over?

Parking
written by sur-prize, July 19, 2009

What about parking is, is it still in the general area of nikon theatre parking? or Do we have to make our way around to bay pkwy and park north west of the theatre?

Handicap Accessible
written by Don, July 13, 2009

I am going to the show tonight with someone who is on crutches? Is there a place for them to sit when we get there? Is this venue handicap accessible?