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AUGUST 2017
Manchester Arena Reopens Allan McGowan am@vip-booking.com Manchester Arena will reopen on 9 September with a sold out
“We welcome the reopening of the arena, a major venue which
charity concert to raise money for a permanent memorial to honour
attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors, as a powerful symbol of
the 22 people killed at the venue in May.
this defiant and resilient spirit. It is entirely fitting that the reopening event should be a memorial fundraiser. Plans for the form and
We Are Manchester will feature an eclectic line-up of the city’s
location of any permanent commemorations will be determined in
artists, including Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, (there are hints
liaison with the families of victims and others affected by the attack.”
that Liam Gallagher may put in an appearance creating an Oasis reunion.) the Courteeners, Blossoms and Rick Astley. The poet
James Allen, the general manager of Manchester Arena, said:
Tony Walsh will perform This Is The Place, his celebration of the
“May’s events will never be forgotten, but they will not stop us – or
Mancunian spirit, which reduced thousands to tears at a vigil the
Mancunian music fans – from coming together to enjoy live music.
day after the bombing.
Manchester Arena has celebrated over 20 years hosting some of the greatest musical talent of all time, and the significant economic and
All profits from the concert will raise money for the Manchester
cultural impact that this has on the city means that this legacy must
Memorial Fund, a charitable trust overseen by the lord mayor
continue.
of Manchester, which will go towards establishing a permanent memorial for the attack.
“Public safety is always our priority and we are doing all we can to keep people safe at our venue. Doors will open at 5pm. Customers
Councillor Sue Murphy, the deputy leader of Manchester city
are highly encouraged to arrive early.”
council, said: “Those who perpetrate terrorist attacks want to divide us and stifle our freedoms. No one will ever forget the terrible events
All customers will be required to go through additional security and
of 22 May but Manchester has reacted with love, solidarity and a
screening upon arrival, and no backpacks or bags larger than 35cm
determination to continue doing the things that make this such a
x 40cm x 19cm will be allowed inside the venue. Bag storage will
vibrant city.
not be provided.
Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds
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