Shakira Cancels WorldPride Concert Due to 'Complications' With Previous Boston Show
Shakira's previous show in Boston this week was cancelled due to "structural elements" found during a routine preshow check.
Ripple Effect
The singer previously nixed a show at Fenway Park after issues with structural elements were found during a pre-show inspection
Shakiraās WorldPride Welcome Concert performance at Nationals Park has been canceled due to ācomplications with the previous show in Boston,ā which was also cancelled.
A statement by the the Nationals ParkĀ said that the singerās full tour production could not be transported to Washington, D.C. in time for her scheduled performance on Saturday, May 31. āDespite every effort to make it happen, it is not possible to move forward as planned,ā said the organization, which informed ticket holders that refunds would be issued automatically for Ticketmaster and nationals.com purchases.
The four-time Grammy winner shared her disappointment in a separate statement to fans. āDue to circumstances beyond my control, I am sad and heartbroken that I will not be able to be in Washington, D.C. with you tomorrow,ā wrote Shakira. āI hope that I can come back to D.C., as soon as I am able. Meanwhile, please know that I am eternally thankful for your unconditional support..ā
On Thursday, ShakiraāsĀ Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran concert at Bostonās Fenway Park was cancelled just hours before doors opened for the show. A source close to the situation toldĀ Rolling StoneĀ that structural elements were identified as not being up to standard during a routine pre-show check, and the event was canceled as a result. According to BostonāsĀ 7News, a safety concern was reportedly spotted by the inspectional services department when preparing to sign off on the stage structure.
Shakira embarked on herĀ world tour in Brazil in February, andĀ launchedĀ theĀ North American legĀ of the trek on May 13 at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. Earlier this month, she told Rolling Stone of the record-breaking tour, āI learned that this is more than a show, this is a communion, an encounter with my most-loyal fans and also my newest fans. Itās really a moment of total identification.⦠I didnāt want to save any effort, I didnāt want to save any resources to take the best show possible to Latin America, because I feel and I really truly believe that my people deserve the best.ā