Asylum Arena, known as the ECW Arena from 1993 to 2001, is a former warehouse and current multi-purpose venue used primarily for professional wrestling, boxing, and mixed martial arts events. It is located in South Philadelphia on the corner of South Swanson Street and West Ritner Street.
Joanna Pang, owner of the Trocadero Theatre, plans to lease the facility beginning in February 2012 and convert it to concert venue, potentially shutting out sporting events.
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