It is shocking to fans that three of Taylor Swift’s Vienna Eras tour have been canceled over an alleged planned terrorist attack. The concerts, which were part of her record-breaking Eras tour, were set to take place from Thursday to Saturday. Now that shows have been shown at Vienna Taylor canceled, fans are devastated and highlighted the on the ongoing threats that large-scale events can face.

The Decision to Cancel Vienna Eras Tour

The decision to cancel this era tour came after Austrian authorities uncovered a terror plot aimed at the concerts. Of course, this was possible with the help of international intelligence agencies. Barracuda Music, the promoters of the tours, announced that it is being canceled on Wednesday, citing the safety of everyone involved as the top priority.

They said, “With confirmation from government officials of a planned terrorist attack at Ernst Happel Stadium, we have no choice but to cancel the three scheduled shows for everyone’s safety.”

The official website of the singer Taylor Swift also listed the concerts as canceled although her representatives have not given any official statements on the matter.

Chemicals, explosive devices, and other materials found

The terror plot revealed itself after Austrian authorities got received intelligence from international agencies. As per Austria’s Interior Minister, Gerhard Karner, the suspects were radicalized online. Three teenagers of mere ages of 19, 17, and 15, were arrested in connection with the plot.

The suspects had taken “concrete preparatory measures” to carry out the attack, and chemicals, explosive devices, and other dangerous materials were found in the home of the 19-year-old suspect.

The older suspects showed signs of disturbing behavior before their arrests. The 19-year-old suspect had recently quit his job, telling his employer he had “something big” planned. As for the 17-year-old, they were arrested in Vienna and had broken up with his girlfriend.

Karl Nehammer, the Australian Chancellor, said he is really disappointed with the Vienna Eras tour cancelation. But he emphasized that a tragedy had been averted. “We live in a time in which violent means are being used to attack our Western way of life,” he said. “Islamist terrorism threatens security and freedom in many Western countries. This is precisely why we will not give up our values such as freedom and democracy, but will defend them even more vehemently.”

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How are fans dealing with the Vienna Eras Tour cancelation?

Taylor Swift is loved by people of all ages. Naturally, the cancellation of the eras tour Vienna disappointed them. Many of them flew from far and wide to see Taylor Swift’s live performances.

Not only the fans are impacted but so is the economy of Vienna, Australia. Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour has been a global phenomenon, which generates substantial economic benefits for the cities it visits.

For instance, in London, her tour was estimated to have brought in around $380 million. The Vienna Eras Tour cancelation, where around 65,000 attendees were expected to come, will have a noticeable economic impact.

The Growing Threat to Concerts

This is not the first time that a music concert has been targeted by terrorists. With each year passing, concert venues are becoming increasingly vulnerable to such attacks. Back in November 2015, ISIS gunmen attacked the Bataclan Theater in Paris, killing 130 people. Similarly, a suicide bombing at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, England, in 2017 resulted in 22 deaths.

Taylor Swift has recognized the dangers associated with performing at large venues. In an essay for Elle Magazine in 2019, she wrote about her fears following the Manchester bombing and the Las Vegas concert shooting in 2017. That is the reason why her concerts have high-security measures, but the recent events in Vienna are a stark reminder of the ongoing risks.

Looking Ahead

The promoters of the Vienna Eras tour, Barracuda Music, have assured fans that all their money will be refunded for the canceled shows within the next 10 business days. The disappointments are immense, no doubt, but the safety of performers, staff, and fans always remains the top priority.

Upcoming shows of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour will continue as planned. Her next show is in London’s Wembley Stadium before heading to Canada for the final leg of the tour in November and December.

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