Lunger Named SVP/GM Of Sphere

• Sphere Entertainment Co. announced that Ed Lunger has been promoted to Senior Vice President & General Manager of Sphere, that awesome next-generation entertainment medium that opened in Las Vegas last September and debuted with a residency from U2. Lunger previously served as VP & Asst. GM, Back of House Operations, for the groundbreaking new venue.

“I’m pleased that Ed has taken on a new leadership role with Sphere,” said Rich Claffey, EVP & Chief Operations Officer, Sphere. “Since its opening, Sphere has been delivering a first-of-its-kind experience to guests. With his deep expertise in venue management and operations, including at other venues in the MSG Family of Companies, Ed will ensure that Sphere is well positioned to continue building on our world-class experience.”

Lunger, now based in Las Vegas, has been a key member of the Sphere leadership team since 2020. Prior to that, he spent seven years on the venue operations team at The Forum in Inglewood, CA, which was part of the MSG Family of Companies until its sale in May 2020.

“Being part of the Sphere team opening this next-generation venue has been an honor, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to now lead our venue operations team in this new role,” said Lunger. “Sphere is setting a new standard for the in-venue guest experience, and I look forward to working with my colleagues across the organization as we continue to deliver unforgettable moments for our guests right here in Las Vegas.” [Photo credit: Sphere Entertainment]