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[Del]

Dion concert cancelled, officials at a loss print this article

BY JIM REYNO, TRANSCONTINENTAL MEDIA

The Nova Scotia Business Journal

 

What do you mean, the venue won’t do?

 

City officials don’t believe an inadequate Halifax Common is the reason Celine Dion’s promoter cancelled the singer’s scheduled Aug. 23 concert.

 

“Following discussions with various professionals and experts, it was agreed that the venue is not appropriate for the concert’s elaborate production needs and would not satisfy the best interests of Celine Dion’s public,” Gillett Entertainment Group said in a media release yesterday.

 

“Yeah, well, that’s interesting,” HRM spokesman John O’Brien said with a laugh after being read the release. “One would think that, obviously, they know the kind of show it’s going to be. All of the sudden it’s on, and then it’s off. From our point of view, there was the announcement 10 days ago, and then for them to come back and say, ‘Well, it’s not suitable.’ I guess that would raise some questions.”

 

Mayor Peter Kelly couldn’t figure it out, either.

 

“As I understand, she brings her own stage, it’s their own process,” said Kelly, adding that Gillett approached the city about a Dion concert through Events Halifax. “So if it’s the stage, then to me that doesn’t make sense. The Gillett Group have been here. They’ve seen the Common. They were very impressed with its potential. They seemed to be very proactive in choosing that location for a concert.”

 

Downtown Coun. Dawn Sloane, too, wondered about the sudden staging concerns.

 

“I’m a little shocked,” she said. “Typically, for a concert of that magnitude … I would say that should be taken into consideration before you even ask if that individual can be there.”

 

News of the cancellation came quickly. The Daily News received an e-amil from Gillett at 3:36 p.m. When reached shortly after, Scott Ferguson said Events Halifax learned of the cancellation within the hour.

 

“There’s not much I can say about it. It’s Gillett’s call,” a dejected Ferguson said. “I guess they reviewed the site and decided that it wouldn’t work, given her production needs. I guess that’s all there is to say. I’m disappointed for sure. Again, I have to respect their position.”

 

The Gillett Group didn’t return phone calls by story deadline. -- The Daily News

http://www.novascotiabusinessjournal.com/i...1093&sc=107

 

There's no words to describe how disappointed I am or was when I heard the news yesterday. Although I did fear this news on thursday when I no longer saw Halifax on the tour list.

[Prince Whiskers]

Don't be surprised by that Halifax cancellation. The venue is a mosh pit more appropriate for rowdy acts and crowds. We can't expect Celine fans to be rolling through the mud, can we? LOL

Anyway, I have a feeling that the Monte Carlo shows are going to have the most outrageous ticket prices. That's where Celine is going to have her, um, most intriguing audiences. Royal figures, big-time CEO's, the most expensive hookers in the world, Hollywood vacationers, tax evaders, shady operators.

[Del]

The promoters knew about the site when they booked it so if it wasn't appropriate then they wouldn't have booked it. Plus there's a 10 thousand seat arena just down the street where she's performed 5 different times. I mean the center in Winnipeg seats about 13 thousand... not that must more and she's going there.

I don't think it was right of them to announce the concert and then cancel it. Plus the official site didn't bother to mention it.

[Dionesque]

I think the reason why the oncert is being cancelled isn't the capacity of the venue but some other technical specifications of the venue.

 

Still, they should know all the specifications when choosing the venues so it's indeed strange to put a venue on the list and then remove it a few weeks later...

[Prince Whiskers]

I'm very curious about those so-called production needs. By the way, I had been reading comments on news articles regarding the Halifax gig and some idiotic rock-loving types were threatening to riot around the area on the night Celine was supposed to perform. LOL

[celine_1983]

I got tickets to the MEN, block 103 Row R on the 2nd

 

But I wanna go on the 3rd too and go to Canal St. after - decisions decisions......

 

 

Too bad all my friends don't rate Celine!

 

[Del]

I think the reason why the oncert is being cancelled isn't the capacity of the venue but some other technical specifications of the venue.

 

Still, they should know all the specifications when choosing the venues so it's indeed strange to put a venue on the list and then remove it a few weeks later...

It's not the venu or the technical aspects of the show. When the concert was announced there was a very negative response from the people in the city. They cannot stand to see something come to the city they they don't like. So when acts or something is proposed for the city and they don't like it all they do is complain till it's cancelled. THAT'S why Celine cancelled because people complained she was coming. It's a shame because those who love her aren't going to be able to see her now. I mean if you don't like a concert don't go to it and shut up.

[celine_1983]

I just got two more tickets for the Manchester gig on the 3rd!

 

I am so00000000 excited!

 

now just have to find someone to go with and I'm sorted!

 

haha!

 

[ZoraSourit]

I think the reason why the oncert is being cancelled isn't the capacity of the venue but some other technical specifications of the venue.

 

Still, they should know all the specifications when choosing the venues so it's indeed strange to put a venue on the list and then remove it a few weeks later...

It's not the venu or the technical aspects of the show. When the concert was announced there was a very negative response from the people in the city. They cannot stand to see something come to the city they they don't like. So when acts or something is proposed for the city and they don't like it all they do is complain till it's cancelled. THAT'S why Celine cancelled because people complained she was coming. It's a shame because those who love her aren't going to be able to see her now. I mean if you don't like a concert don't go to it and shut up.

 

Delzinho, do you have the opportunity to travel and see any other show?

[Dionesque]

Tbat sounds really insane and I'm so sorry for you about this!!!

 

But do you mean it seriously?! I mean, is it possible that Céline cancels her show because of a few idiots in the city??

 

Every "normal" person would think that when he/she doesn't like the artist, he/she simply won't buy tickets for this event and not complain this way!!

 

And I'm sure otherwise there would be big demand and they could easely fill this venue!... Very strange...

 

I hope for you that there will be a show in Halifax added later!

[PrincessCéline]

I'm going to the 2 London dates and I'm very excited about it! When I moved to London 16 months ago, I didn't know I'll see Celine here one day haha.

[dlh1]

I just got two more tickets for the Manchester gig on the 3rd!

 

I am so00000000 excited!

 

now just have to find someone to go with and I'm sorted!

 

haha!

 

 

Ask Stevo, he's looking to go to Manchester lol

[Prince Whiskers]

I'm sure the news is heartbreaking to the Halifax fans but at least Celine's safety is being given consideartion above anything else. Remember, this world is full of sick losers who want to take out their frustrations on somebody as successful as Celine.

[Del]

I think the reason why the oncert is being cancelled isn't the capacity of the venue but some other technical specifications of the venue.

 

Still, they should know all the specifications when choosing the venues so it's indeed strange to put a venue on the list and then remove it a few weeks later...

It's not the venu or the technical aspects of the show. When the concert was announced there was a very negative response from the people in the city. They cannot stand to see something come to the city they they don't like. So when acts or something is proposed for the city and they don't like it all they do is complain till it's cancelled. THAT'S why Celine cancelled because people complained she was coming. It's a shame because those who love her aren't going to be able to see her now. I mean if you don't like a concert don't go to it and shut up.

 

Delzinho, do you have the opportunity to travel and see any other show?

I will now try for her Montreal concert. Hopefully I can get something

[salsacolin]

I think the reason why the oncert is being cancelled isn't the capacity of the venue but some other technical specifications of the venue.

 

Still, they should know all the specifications when choosing the venues so it's indeed strange to put a venue on the list and then remove it a few weeks later...

It's not the venu or the technical aspects of the show. When the concert was announced there was a very negative response from the people in the city. They cannot stand to see something come to the city they they don't like. So when acts or something is proposed for the city and they don't like it all they do is complain till it's cancelled. THAT'S why Celine cancelled because people complained she was coming. It's a shame because those who love her aren't going to be able to see her now. I mean if you don't like a concert don't go to it and shut up.

 

Delzinho, do you have the opportunity to travel and see any other show?

I will now try for her Montreal concert. Hopefully I can get something

 

Aww Del this is really a great shame. I was going to go to thie concert as well as you know.

 

I'm gutted - would have loved to have seen her in canada but there is no way I could get to Montreal (I dont think) the holiday there will cost enough.

[Hilda]

now just have to find someone to go with and I'm sorted!

 

hahaha snap. Im going to manchester on the 3rd - 4th row!!!!!!

[smw]

So far I've got my tickets for TWO shows!

 

Birmingham and Nashville!

 

I still gotta get my Atlanta tickets....but I'm running low on money!

[Del]

I got a ticket to see Celine on Saturday 16th section 119 in Montreal. I took whatever I could get as it was a free for all

[Celinenvegas]

I got a ticket to see Celine on Saturday 16th section 119 in Montreal. I took whatever I could get as it was a free for all

 

Wow thats a great seat, I think it's all sold out now. I went onto TM and I could only get Section 300's

and a 200 section seat but the 200 was at the end of the arena. I'm gonna wait and see what else

I can find for Montreal and hopefully get something for either or both shows.

[SarahJB5]

I've got section 220 row F on the 15th and section 116 row U on the 16th for Montreal...not what I wanted, but at least I'll be there!

[SarahJB5]

Looks like they've added 2 more shows to Montreal...Aug. 19th and Aug. 20th, still can't find tickets for those dates though...

[SarahJB5]

I'm just checking ebay too and there are TONS of Montreal tickets on there...this is rediculous!!! So much for TeamCeline's justification of limiting tickets to just 2 per person...I think they actually made it easier for brokers because they could just buy the membership instantly and get the tickets!

[Tal]

Yeah I tried to get 2 tickets for the 15th and it looks like it sold out in a fraction of a second

[Celinefreak05]

Ticket Exchange basically has all of the good seats at VERY high prices - hopefully, as the events get closer, they'll drop their prices to something the fans can afford!

 

I can't believe this...we're all buying tix over a year in advance and STILL can't get floor seats??!?!!

 

Im very disappointed in this whole process!

 

Kimberly

[Macaronie]

Am glad you can see another show anyways, Del!!

[SarahJB5]

Sorry I keep posting, but I'm getting really frustrated...there's already 8th row FLOOR tickets on ebay for the August 20th show that they JUST added!!! WTF???? I don't understand this!!!! It looks like they just added the auction at 1245 EST!! I have no words! Edited November 17, 2007 at 06:05 PM by SarahJB5

[Del]

i hate when they just buy tickets just to re-sell them. It's not fair to the fans that want to see the show.

[Dionesque]

I'm happy for you guys who are going to Montréal gig(s)!!!

I guess it will be huge - that's the city in Northern America where I'd looooove to see her - in her home province!

 

About the entire presale, I think there are many bad things, not only about TeamCeline....

 

1) For concert in Köln TeamCeline offered only not-so-good seats - aside and starting from 8th row...

 

2) General presale for Amsterdam was the biggest disastar in my opinion!!! I haven't heard of anyone who got better seats in general presale than 8th row in A section and these were gone almost immediately plus there were huge problems with the site, incl. rejecting valid and good credit cards.... TERRIBLE service!!!...

 

I'm happy I'm actually done with my tickets now, I will only buy more if there will be some concerts added in destinations we haven't got a concert in already, otherwise my personal "tour dates" are just closed.

[Kay]

I just saw that Celine was coming to The Palace of Auburn Hills and mom is up in the kitchen washing dishes and I went "Mommy Celine is coming to Michigan I have to go! I'm getting tickets and I'll pay you don't have to. Ok?" and she goes "What if your mother already got tickets?" and I SCREAMED and ran up and hugged her and she was like "Well I can't take you if I'm DEAD!"

 

So basically I'm the happiest person EVER on the face of the earth right now...except that the show in Halifax was cancelled so now my friend can't go see her. That REALLY sucks. I'm praying another east coast date will be added! I can't believe Celine wouldn't play ANY shows over there. Not really a huge fan of her management team right now.

[ZoraSourit]

I got a ticket to see Celine on Saturday 16th section 119 in Montreal. I took whatever I could get as it was a free for all

 

Congrats Del! At least you'll get to see her live!