Elton John has the flu and so has moved his upcoming December 15 Dubai concert to January 20 next year at the same Austism Rocks Arena venue.
“After medical examination and advise of his doctor, [Elton John] decided to postpone some of the remainder tour dates to avoid escalating his current flu to full exhaust and fatigue rendering him unable to perform the shows to full capacity. It is therefore not an easy decision to make but in order to give the Middle Eastern fans the Dubai show they deserve,” said a statement from organiser 117 Live.
Fans who have bought tickets will be able to retain it for the new date. However, those wanting refunds will get it in full from their respective points of purchase, they said.
“I am so looking forward to performing in Dubai with my band and want to assure my fans that giving me time to recover to my full strength and stamina will ensure the best and most memorable show on January 20th. Please accept my apologies and come enjoy the show next month,” John added in the statement.
He was to bring his live band as part of his Wonderful Crazy Night tour to promote the album of the same name.
A frequent visitor to the UAE, John last played in the country in 2012, at Abu Dhabi’s du Arena. In 2010, he played a double bill with Carlos Santana at the Dubai World Cup.
