MIAMI, United States. — The Cuban orchestra The Van Van announced in social networks the cancellation of the concert that he would offer in Miami Beach.
A statement from the group indicates that the suspension of the concert is due to logistical issues and that those who bought the tickets will be able to obtain the corresponding refund.
“We regret to inform you that the May 19, 2023 show at the Miami Beach Bandshell is cancelled. Our fans are informed that it is logistically impossible for the orchestra to The Van Van arrived in time to perform at the Miami Beach Bandshell due to commitments and flight mix in other countries.”
The orchestra noted that those who purchased tickets for the designated date should contact the Miami Beach Bandshell “for a full refund.”
If you have any questions, you can contact us through our website. Thank you for your continued support and our sincerest apologies for the inconvenience.”
the concert of The Van Van in Miami Beach it had been harshly criticized by sectors of Cuban exile, who threatened to hold a protest, as happened last year during a presentation of the group in Pembroke Pines.
Miami-based anti-Castroism considers The Van Van “a music band that historically supported and collaborated with the Cuban dictatorship” and that “has been unconditional to the Communist Party of Cuba.” This was stated in 2022 by the group Actions 4 Freedomwho has launched petitions on the Change.org platform asking for the suspension of his concerts in the United States.
Despite the cancellation in Miami Beach, The Van Van recently confirmed their presence at the San Francisco Carnival, which will take place from May 27 to 28 in that California city.
