Shakira Cancels World Pride Concert Due to Equipment Issues
Shakira's performance at World Pride 2025 in Washington, D.C. has been canceled due to equipment difficulties stemming from her previous concert in Boston.
Overview
Shakira's scheduled performance for World Pride 2025 in Washington, D.C. has been canceled just a day before the event due to equipment issues from her prior concert in Boston. The Capital Pride Alliance expressed disappointment over the cancellation, which affects the opening ceremony planned for Nationals Park. Despite this setback, other events for the weekend will continue as planned. Shakira expressed her heartbreak over the situation, promising to return to D.C. as soon as possible. Refunds will be issued to ticket holders.
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Analysis
- The articles express disappointment over Shakira's concert cancellations due to technical and production issues.
- Fans and Shakira herself feel devastated by the cancellations, reflecting frustration and sadness.
- Concerns about international attendance at World Pride 2025 are raised, highlighting broader challenges faced by event organizers.
Articles (4)
Center (4)
"…Shakira said she was "devastated" that the shows "were just not possible this time.""
BBC News·1M·"…The cancellation presents a further challenge for the Alliance, but at least a non-political one."
ABC News·1M·"…The cancellation presents a further challenge for the Alliance, but at least a non-political one."
Associated Press·1M·"…Shakira's full tour production cannot be transported to Washington, D.C. in time for her scheduled performance."
USA TODAY·1M·FAQ
The concert was canceled due to issues with transporting the stage and production from Boston to Nationals Park, compounded by safety issues with the stage at her previous concert in Boston.
Tickets will be automatically refunded to those who purchased them through Ticketmaster and the Washington Nationals website.
No, other WorldPride events planned for the weekend will continue as scheduled.
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