Live Nation declares that it is in negotiations with the city hall to resolve an impasse over performances on October 4th and 5th, the day before the elections
The producer Live Nation stated this Thursday (May 9, 2024) that there was a “misunderstanding” with Rio City Hall about singer Bruno Mars’ show in the city. The statement comes after Mayor Eduardo Paes (PSD) criticized the company for selling tickets for presentations in the capital of Rio de Janeiro on dates close to municipal elections.
Live Nation said it has a partnership “historic and successful” with the city hall and that the problem of shows is already being resolved with the municipal Executive “in order to arrive at the best solution for the fans”. The producer said it will release more information “shortly”.
The singer’s performance in Rio was announced for October 4th. After selling out, the producer stated that there would be an extra presentation on October 5th, the day before the municipal election. The 1st round will be held on October 6th, a Sunday.
In reaction, Paes said that the capital is not “mother Joana’s house”. Gave the statement in https://twitter.com/eduardopaes/status/1788537881792802875 published on his profile on X (formerly Twitter) this Thursday (May 9).
“Everyone knows that I am the first to make a point of encouraging, supporting and giving all the strength to make these events happen. You’ll forgive me for my expression, but this isn’t mother Joana’s house, it’s no man’s land.”he declared in a video published on his social media profile.
According to the mayor, the city’s public security contingent is committed to the elections. He stated that his priority is to ensure that the population is safe to vote.
“Apparently these producers thought they were more important than the people of Rio or didn’t understand”he said.
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