Dua Lipa‘s Wednesday evening concert in Toronto was interrupted after several fireworks were set off.
The 26-year-old performer was finishing up her show at the Scotiabank Arena when a set of fireworks began exploding inside the concert venue just before 11:45 pm.
Constable Cindy Chung, a Media Relations Officer with the Toronto Police Service, told People that three concertgoers were treated after they sustained ‘very minor injuries.’
Interrupted: Dua Lipa’s Wednesday evening concert in Toronto was interrupted after several fireworks were set off; she is seen in May
A concertgoer also spoke to the media outlet and noted that many other attendees were likely not aware that the impromptu fireworks display was unplanned.
‘It was at the end, during her final song, and confetti was already out, so we thought it was part of the finale,’ they said.
The concertgoer added: ‘No one was fazed by it other than the people in the pit, [but it was] hella scary.’
A spokesperson for Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) also told People that attendees for all events must pass through metal detectors before gaining entrance to the arena.
At the end: The 26-year-old performer was finishing up her show at the Scotiabank Arena when a set of fireworks began exploding inside the concert venue just before 11:45 pm
Taking it seriously: The company then noted that it has since notified the authorities regarding the matter
The company also issued a statement regarding the events at Dua Lipa’s performance.
It began: ‘Last night, at the end of a concert event at Scotiabank Arena, unauthorized and illegal fireworks were set off on the arena floor by a member of the audience.
‘As a result, three attendees received minor aid on-site and were able to go home without a need for further medical attention,’ it stated.
The company then noted that it has since notified the authorities regarding the matter.
They wrote: ‘As one of the premier venues in North America, creating a safe and secure venue for every attendee at Scotiabank Arena is MLSE’s top priority and we immediately began working in cooperation with Toronto Police Services to fully investigate this reckless and dangerous act.’
Statement: Sharing a statement to her Instagram on Thursday, Dua made clear that she was dismayed by the course of events, and that a probe was ongoing
The statement concluded with: ‘As always, we thank Toronto Police Services, the on-site medical team, employees and concert attendees for their swift support in responding to this incident.’
Sharing a statement to her Instagram on Thursday, Dua made clear that she was dismayed by the course of events, and that a probe was ongoing in connection with the incident.
‘Last night, unauthorised fireworks went off in the crowd during my set in Toronto. Creating a safe and inclusive space at my shows is always my first priority, and my team and I are just as shocked and confused by the events as you all are.’
Shocked: ‘Last night, unauthorized fireworks went off in the crowd during my set in Toronto,’ the Cold Heart (Pnau remix) performer said. ‘Creating a safe and inclusive space at my shows is always my first priority, and my team and I are just as shocked and confused by the events as you all are’; Dua seen Thursday
Brave face: After issuing her statement, Dua paid a visit to the Flutur x Puma Experience at Michigan Avenue in Chicago, Illinois
Strike a pose: The singer posed up in a cropped purple Puma track jacket and matching flared pants
She continued: ‘There is an ongoing investigation into the events being conducted and everyone involved is working hard to find out how this incident occurred.
‘Bringing the show to life for my fans has been such an amazing experience, and I’m so deeply sorry for anyone who was scared, felt unsafe or whose enjoyment of the show was affected in any way.’
The musical artist wrapped up the post in writing, ‘All my love, Dua.’
The singer is currently embarking on her ongoing Future Nostalgia Tour, which serves to promote her album of the same name.
Atmosphere: She wandered around the room in her Puma gear, even stopping to pose in front of a projector
Beaming: Dua flashed a wide smile as she got her hands on a giant Puma purse
Silly: She made a silly face for the camera while taking a seat on a purple sculpture of a butterfly and the Puma logo
The run of shows was previously set to begin in 2020, although its start was delayed by the onset of the global pandemic.
The hitmaker’s tour eventually kicked off at the FTX Arena in Miami this past February.
She is scheduled to remain on the road until her run of show concludes in Perth this coming November.
‘Last night, unauthorized fireworks went off in the crowd during my set in Toronto,’ the Cold Heart (Pnau remix) performer said. ‘Creating a safe and inclusive space at my shows is always my first priority, and my team and I are just as shocked and confused by the events as you all are.’
Keeping busy: She is scheduled to remain on the road until her run of show concludes in Perth this coming November; she is seen in April
