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Mari agrees to acquire ATG Entertainment theater chain

PRIVATEAug 11, 2026

Acquiring Company

Mari

Acquired Company

ATG Entertainment

WokingEventsSportsEvent ManagementEvents ServicesEventsTicketing

Description

Mari has entered into a deal to acquire ATG Entertainment, a leading theater operator in the UK and US. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approval and was reported to value ATG at approximately $6 billion. Mari plans to be a long-term custodian of ATG's venues, focusing on preservation and audience engagement. ATG's CEO expressed confidence in Mari's ability to lead the company into its next chapter.

Quick answer

Mari is acquiring ATG Entertainment, announced August 11, 2026.

How much did Mari pay for ATG Entertainment?
The deal value was not disclosed.
What does Mari do?
Mari is a newly formed company led by Ariel Emanuel, focusing on experiential assets in sports and live events.
Where are Mari and ATG Entertainment based?
ATG Entertainment is based in Woking, England, United Kingdom.
Who are the decision-makers at Mari?
Fundz holds 2 contacts at Mari. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

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Company Information

Company

Mari

About

Mari is a newly formed company led by Ariel Emanuel, focusing on experiential assets in sports and live events. It has acquired Frieze and other events including tennis championships. The company aims to engage audiences in new ways through its diverse portfolio. The name 'Mari' is derived from the first two letters of Mark and Ariel.

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Who acquired ATG Entertainment?

ATG Entertainment was acquired by Mari. The deal was reported on August 11, 2026. Mari is a newly formed company led by Ariel Emanuel, focusing on experiential assets in sports and live events. It has acquired Frieze and other events including tennis championships. Mari is privately held and operates in Events.

When did Mari acquire ATG Entertainment?

Mari's acquisition of ATG Entertainment was reported on August 11, 2026. Mari has entered into a deal to acquire ATG Entertainment, a leading theater operator in the UK and US. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approval and was reported to value ATG at approximately $6 billion. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does ATG Entertainment do?

ATG Entertainment is a world leader in live entertainment, owning, operating or programming 64 iconic venues across the UK, the US and Germany, with in-house production companies presenting over 15,000 live performances annually. It is privately held, operating in Events, and is based in Woking.

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