Opinion: A ‘new and purely authentic’ idea for the Coliseum
The Mid-South Coliseum could become an interactive playground as shown hereat the 360 Gallery of Off the Walls Arts on Walnut Street in 2020 as a visitor climbs through one of the portals of "BVOE Quadrant 360." (Courtesy/Christopher Reyes)
Mark Jones
Mark Jones is a supporter of the arts, a filmmaker and a member of the Coliseum Coalition.
“Support Chris Reyes and his quest for a two-year lease of 15,000 square feet inside the Coliseum so he can expand and build his incredible interactive playground.”
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