On Thursday, Animal Collective realized that their Friday night show at Union Hall in Edmonton, Canada was restricted to ages 18 and over. “We tried to find another venue but nothing else could work,” the band wrote on Twitter, apologizing and offering refunds to underage ticketholders. Young fans Savanna and Cameron responded, and were invited to their very own private pre-show.
Below, see a group photo from the band, a clip of the performance by set designer Abby Porter, and Animal Collective’s tweets explaining the situation. [Stereogum]
A video posted by Abby Portner (@abbyportner) on
Bummed to say we just found out from the venue in Edmonton that they’re unable to get a permit to allow kids under 18 into Fri’s show.
1/4— Animal Collective (@anmlcollective) September 29, 2016
We tried to find another venue but nothing else could work. If you’re under 18 & have tix, refunds are available at point of purchase.
2/4— Animal Collective (@anmlcollective) September 29, 2016
If you’re under 18, please email [email protected] for info on what we’re trying to do for you. Doors for the show are now at 7pm.
3/4— Animal Collective (@anmlcollective) September 29, 2016
We’re really sorry this happened. See you soon.
4/4— Animal Collective (@anmlcollective) September 29, 2016
