Jay-Z No Longer Closing Act br at Woodstock 50 The rapper has canceled his appearance at the festival, which is set to be held August 16-18. Jay-Z's departure is the latest issue for Woodstock 50's financial and organizational problems. The festival is in less than br a month, but tickets br are still not on sale. It has also faced problems with the main venue, which organizers are now re-routing to Merriweather Post Pavilion in Maryland. Originally, Woodstock 50 was supposed to be in Watkins Glen, New York, near where the br famous festival was held 50 years ago. According to 'Variety,' problems arose with br the New York setting and its ability br to hold large crowds. Other festival necessities such as bathroom br and security services were also said to br be an issue in Watkins Glen. An insider adds to 'Variety' that musical acts br are not happy with the venue change, br saying their deals were set for New York.