Underage drinking has been a huge problem in recent years sending several people to the hospital and leading to hundreds of arrests.
Live Nation Spokesman Jim Steen says they have not changed their programming at the venue but they have changed some of their policies to help combat underage drinking.
He says they are only allowing people in the parking lots two hours prior to show time, there will be a greater police presence, there are camera inside and outside of the venue and tailgating will not be allowed at some shows that draw younger crowds.
In May 2007 15 people were taken to the hospital for alcohol-related illnesses during a Gwen Stefani concert at the arts center, 13 of them were minors.
By: Janet Fried
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