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| Manchester bombing: arena to reopen with charity gig in September | Manchester bombing: arena to reopen with charity gig in September |
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| We Are Manchester concert will feature local stars such as Noel Gallagher and money raised will go towards a memorial | |
| Helen Pidd North of England editor | |
| Wed 16 Aug 2017 08.43 BST | |
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| Manchester Arena will reopen on 9 September with a charity concert to raise money for a permanent memorial to honour the 22 people killed at the venue in May. | Manchester Arena will reopen on 9 September with a charity concert to raise money for a permanent memorial to honour the 22 people killed at the venue in May. |
| We Are Manchester will feature an eclectic line-up of the city’s artists, including Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, the Courteeners, Blossoms and Rick Astley. The poet Tony Walsh will perform This Is The Place, his celebration of the Mancunian spirit, which reduced thousands to tears at a vigil the day after the bombing. | We Are Manchester will feature an eclectic line-up of the city’s artists, including Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, the Courteeners, Blossoms and Rick Astley. The poet Tony Walsh will perform This Is The Place, his celebration of the Mancunian spirit, which reduced thousands to tears at a vigil the day after the bombing. |
| All profits from the concert will raise money for the Manchester Memorial Fund, a charitable trust overseen by the lord mayor of Manchester, which will go towards establishing a permanent memorial for the attack. | All profits from the concert will raise money for the Manchester Memorial Fund, a charitable trust overseen by the lord mayor of Manchester, which will go towards establishing a permanent memorial for the attack. |
| Councillor Sue Murphy, the deputy leader of Manchester city council, said: “Those who perpetrate terrorist attacks want to divide us and stifle our freedoms. No one will ever forget the terrible events of 22 May but Manchester has reacted with love, solidarity and a determination to continue doing the things which make this such a vibrant city. | Councillor Sue Murphy, the deputy leader of Manchester city council, said: “Those who perpetrate terrorist attacks want to divide us and stifle our freedoms. No one will ever forget the terrible events of 22 May but Manchester has reacted with love, solidarity and a determination to continue doing the things which make this such a vibrant city. |
| “We welcome the reopening of the arena, a major venue which attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors, as a powerful symbol of this defiant and resilient spirit. It is entirely fitting that the reopening event should be a memorial fundraiser. Plans for the form and location of any permanent commemorations will be determined in liaison with the families of victims and others affected by the attack.” | “We welcome the reopening of the arena, a major venue which attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors, as a powerful symbol of this defiant and resilient spirit. It is entirely fitting that the reopening event should be a memorial fundraiser. Plans for the form and location of any permanent commemorations will be determined in liaison with the families of victims and others affected by the attack.” |
| James Allen, the general manager of Manchester Arena, said: “May’s events will never be forgotten, but they will not stop us – or Mancunian music fans – from coming together to enjoy live music. Manchester Arena has celebrated over 20 years hosting some of the greatest musical talent of all time, and the significant economic and cultural impact that this has on the city means that this legacy must continue. | James Allen, the general manager of Manchester Arena, said: “May’s events will never be forgotten, but they will not stop us – or Mancunian music fans – from coming together to enjoy live music. Manchester Arena has celebrated over 20 years hosting some of the greatest musical talent of all time, and the significant economic and cultural impact that this has on the city means that this legacy must continue. |
| “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 are highly encouraged to arrive early.” | “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 are highly encouraged to arrive early.” |
| All customers will be required to go through additional security and screening upon arrival, and no backpacks or bags larger than 35cm x 40cm x 19cm will be allowed inside the venue. Bag storage will not be provided. | All customers will be required to go through additional security and screening upon arrival, and no backpacks or bags larger than 35cm x 40cm x 19cm will be allowed inside the venue. Bag storage will not be provided. |
| Tickets, priced at £25 and £30 (plus booking fee), will go on sale at 9am on Thursday 17 August at www.eventim.co.uk or by calling 0844 847 8000 and at www.ticketmaster.co.uk or by calling 0844 844 0444. | Tickets, priced at £25 and £30 (plus booking fee), will go on sale at 9am on Thursday 17 August at www.eventim.co.uk or by calling 0844 847 8000 and at www.ticketmaster.co.uk or by calling 0844 844 0444. |
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