Morrissey concert in Auckland, NZ - cancelled

The Auckland show in two nights time has been cancelled. This was to be the last concert of the current tour.

Information from the promoter:

This event has been CANCELLED...

Morrissey: 40 Years of Morrissey on Thursday 14 December at The Civic has been cancelled.

A message from the presenter:

“We regret to advise the Morrissey: 40 Years of Morrissey show scheduled for Thursday 14 December at The Civic, Auckland will no longer be proceeding due to unforeseen logistical issues. Thank you for your patience and understanding."
All ticket holders will receive an automatic refund as per the information below.

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Media items:

• New Zealand Herald:" Morrissey cancels Auckland show as former Smiths frontman cites ‘logistical issues’" - December 12, 2023
• Stuff: "British indie rock legend Morrissey cancels only New Zealand show" - December 12, 2023

 

[Gemstone73]

I hate seeing this post to his Aussie fans, it makes me so upset!
Apparently us Kiwi's are Unloveable....

 

[Anonymous]

What happened? Did the venue list him under 'Nostalgia' acts again?

 

[Gemstone73]

What happened? Did the venue list him under 'Nostalgia' acts again?

Don't know yet?
We may find out in the days to come, but the only NZ show is off and he's harping on about his love for Australia... seriously?!

 

[Young And Alive]

You see Morrissey, this is why you can’t get a record deal.

You’ve alienated too many fans too many times with shit like this. Your records no longer sell in meaningful numbers. That’s why you aren’t worth signing.

f*** you.

 

[Gemstone73]

Don't know yet?
We may find out in the days to come, but the only NZ show is off and he's harping on about his love for Australia... seriously?!

Actually I think he was billed as Indie Rock/Alternative which was probably more to his liking...

 

[John Molloy]

Enjoy your time in Auckland.Enjoy the city.
He's only going through the motions for a long time now.

 

[A Man Escaped]

He has spoken previously about how much he 'despises' air travel. That's a strong word.

Its a typically Morrissey over the top word. The heart bleeds for him.

 

[Down Under]

I am sure the band still gets paid, but as artists it must be incredibly creatively frustrating for them to be paid to fly around the world and sit in hotels and airports, waiting to be called up to perform on a whim.

 

[McHillbilly Cat]

Well, a bunch of racists some fans have posted about how great it is to have his fanbase reduced to a hardcore that will be with him until he isn't saying anything they can claim is racist forever.

And I don't think that's working out either economically or in terms of his mental health.

Mental health...I think you have raised a valid point here

 

[Welly Double decker bus]

Great, I took the risk and now I'm not surprised. Looks like my non refundable trip to Auckland is now for Xmas shopping... Anyone know any good shops?

 

[Phranc & Open]

Once again, the monitor boxes were too big for the cargo plane. It was not predictable. Too bad Auckland was sold out. That's more or less the explanation.

 

[Gemstone73]

Once again, the monitor boxes were too big for the cargo plane. It was not predictable. Too bad Auckland was sold out. That's more or less the explanation.

Ummm... too bad??
Sounds like something that could have been worked out Long beforehand.
Logistics right?! Lol
Don't know why I'm laughing, I feel like crying!

 

[Anonymous]

I spotted a post on this site calling to boycott New Zealand sue to animal rights issues posted here last night. Unfortunately I suspect Morrissey noticed it too, so this could be the reason for the cancellation?

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[A Barnett]

Just embarrassing
3rd show this year cancelled due to unforseen logistical issues
One is unlucky
Two - doubtful
Three - an absolute joke

If this is an actual reason his tour manager needs to go.
It isn't though - just an absolute nonsense

And he wonders why a label won't go near him

Bavk to LA no doubt or possibly Beechmount

 

[Phranc & Open]

If this is an actual reason his tour manager needs to go.
It isn't though - just an absolute nonsense

Donnie Whaleberg? The last to leave the sinking ship (not plane).

 

[Anonymous]

I heard that he cancelled in Perth because he was described as a ‘nostalgia act’. What does he expect when he causes tour 40 years of Morrissey?

 

[bhops]

Not only was Auckland sold out but it had been for weeks and weeks. We were really looking forward to seeing him here this year.

 

[bhops]

But more importantly I just hope Marianne is OK.

 

[Orange Crush]

What happened? Did the venue list him under 'Nostalgia' acts again?

He's probably in a huff cos they DIDN'T list him under 'Nostalgia' acts this time.

 

[marred]

Not only was Auckland sold out but it had been for weeks and weeks. We were really looking forward to seeing him here this year.

I'm really sorry this happened.