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The music scene in Düsseldorf is gearing up for a live event, with a concert scheduled for September 4 at the city's stadium. The event, titled "Give Live A Chance", will feature Bryan Adams, Sarah Connor, Rea Garvey, The BossHoss, Joris, and Michael Mittermeier.
The concert will take place under strict COVID-19 conditions, with a maximum of 13,000 spectators. Organizers have implemented measures such as personalized tickets, extended access and waiting areas, entry and exit slots, an alcohol ban, and increased disinfection to ensure the safety of attendees.
However, the concert has been met with some controversy. The initial announcement was met with suspicion by the NRW Ministry of Health, and Markus Söder, a colleague from Bavaria, spoke of a "catastrophic signal" with obvious reference to the arena concert. FDP mayoral candidate Marie Agnes Strack-Zimmermann criticized the concert, stating it is not controllable and cannot be secured by any hygiene concept in the world.
Despite the criticism, the state of NRW has given the green light for the concert's concept, with a final decision on whether the event will take place or not to be made by August 31. Düsseldorf's mayor, Thomas Geisel, defends the concert, stating it is permissible under Corona protection regulations.
The state has delegated responsibility for protection regulations to the municipalities. Dr. Klaus Goebels, Düsseldorf's health department chief, confirms the hygiene measures exceed the concert's concept, and the organizer has agreed to cancel if necessary for infection protection reasons.
The pre-sale for the concert continues, with a promise of refunds in case of cancellation. The development of the infection situation will continue to be closely monitored until the final decision.
It's important to note that, at present, the September concert in Düsseldorf is not characterized specifically as either a "beacon of hope" or "uncontrollable" due to COVID-19 concerns based on current available data. Instead, it seems part of ongoing live music activities adapting to existing health regulations.
Recent events, such as the Sound of Nashville Open Air in Cologne and Kylie Minogue’s Tension Tour, appear to be proceeding with some adaptations to local regulations, but without reports of chaos or major outbreaks tied to concerts.
NRW Minister President Armin Laschet accused Düsseldorf's mayor Thomas Geisel of tactical election campaign maneuvers, with Laschet stating that everyone is looking at Düsseldorf, which is "not a good signal."
As the date approaches, we await the final decision on whether the concert will proceed, and whether the live music industry in Düsseldorf will continue to adapt to the challenges posed by COVID-19.
- The social-media platforms are buzzing with opinions about the upcoming concert in Düsseldorf, titled "Give Live A Chance", as people discuss the safety measures and controversy surrounding the event.
- The event organizers have incorporated various forms of entertainment into the concert, including live music performances by well-known artists, aiming to create an unforgettable experience for the spectators.
