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Jose Miguel Agrelot ColiseumThe Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum, officially named "Coliseo de Puerto Rico Jose Miguel Agrelot" —and a.k.a. "Choliseum"—, is the biggest indoor arena in Puerto Rico dedicated to entertainment. It can accommodate up to 20,000 persons. The coliseum opened its doors to the public in September 2004. Even though its history is full of political controversies, the coliseum has given the people of Puerto Rico the opportunity to experience special events that were almost impossible in the smaller arenas of the island. The coliseum, which is owned by the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, is located at the financial district of San Juan, and managed by SMG. It can be reached by train since there is a nearby Tren Urbano (Urban Train) station. History The Coliseum was a project started during the administration of Gov. Pedro Rossello, and finished in 2004 during the administration of Gov. Sila Maria Calderon. The construction cost millions of dollars and took many years to be finished. The facility was even relocated from its original location. The Coliseo was finally inaugurated in September 2004. The naming of the structure caused a controversy by itself. At the beginning it was just going to be called "El Coliseo de Puerto Rico", but then some local senators came up with the idea of naming the coliseum after a local celebrity. Some of the names mentioned were that of singer Ricky Martin, boxer Felix Trinidad and actor Raul Julia. But it was the name of comedian Jose Miguel Agrelot that was finally chosen (he died shortly after). Another controversy came about when a ticket a distributor was named. An exclusive contract was awarded to Banco Popular's TicketPop, almost ignoring the bid by competitor TicketCenter. The problem almost went to trial, as both parties argued over who should sell the tickets for the events. Local producer Angelo Medina spearheaded a group that wanted the legislature to curb the managing powers of SMG, because they feared that the company's relationship with non-local T.V. companies would limit the participation of local talent in the arena. Events at the Coliseum Concerts - Roberto Roena, Richie Ray, Bobby Cruz, Edwin Rosa - September 4, 2004
- Van Halen - September 13, 2004
- Robi Draco Rosa - September 18, 2004
- Juan Luis Guerra - October 9, 2004
- Ricardo Montaner - October 1, 2004
- Andrea Bocelli - November 19, 2004
- David Bisbal - December 4, 2004
- The Scorpions - December 10, 2004
- Korn - December 15, 2004
- Daddy Yankee - December 18, 2004
- Luis Santiago - January 28, 2005
- Sin Banderas - February 5, 2005
- Duran Duran - February 8, 2005
- TOTO, With Special Guest Star SAGA - Febreuary 11, 2005
- Frando de Vita "Mil y una historias" - February 12, 2005
- Mtley Cre - February 14, 2005
- Donna Summers - February 24, 2004
- Chicago & America - February 25, 2005
- Juanes "Mi Sangre Tour" - February 26, 2005
- Usher - March 5, 2005
- Alejandro Fernndez "A Corazn Abierto" - March 12, 2005
- Santana - April 1, 2005
- Lionel Richie - April 28, 2005
- Gloria Trevi - May 6, 2005
- Objetivo Fama 2da Edicion "El Concierto" - May 7, 2005
Sporting events Arts Other events * Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular - January 22, 2005
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