Former Izod Center's second act will be as rehearsal space, report says

The arena, which closed its doors last year, is preparing to reopen for a new purpose.

EAST RUTHERFORD -- Officials have found a new use for the now-shuttered Izod Center by offering it as a rental rehearsal space for musical acts, according to a report. 

Artists will be able to pay to practice at the facility, now called the Meadowlands Arena, before big shows, The Record reported. 

The idea was born after Coldplay rehearsed at the arena prior to a show at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on July 16, the report said. The plan is expected to bring some extra revenue from the facilty, which closed in January 2015.