California Dreams Tour
California Dreams Tour is the second worldwide concert tour by American pop singer Katy Perry, in support of her third studio album Teenage Dream. Beginning February 2011, the tour will visit Europe, Australasia, Asia and the Americas. The reception of the tour has been glowing and positive. Additionally, the tour has been a massive commercial success, taking in some of the largest venues in the world, often with multiple nights in select markets. The entire tour is largely sold out, with every North American date being completely sold out. [1]
Background
Vorlage:Cquote While promoting her recent album, Perry express she wanted her upcoming tour to be very visual. On her Twitter account, she stated, "I hope that it's going to engage all of your senses: sight, sound, smell, taste, touch".[2] The tour was officially announced in October 2010 by various media outlets including Perry's official website, in conjunction with the release of her third single, Firework. In 2011, Perry announced her North American leg during a live chat on social network Facebook. She then responded the tour will be very "super girl power" as vocalists Robyn, Yelle, Marina and the Diamonds, and Janelle Monae will open her shows during the various legs. Perry further stated she will actively participate with fans during the tour on various social networks including Facebook and Twitter.[3]
Calvin Harris was advertised to be the opening acts for Perry in the United Kingdom & Ireland.[4] On March 27, 2011, Perry announced via Twitter Harris was no longer involved with the tour. He cites technical restrictions as the reason for his cancellation. He was replaced by DJ Skeet Skeet.[5]
While Perry had performed at the TSB Bank Arena in Wellington, New Zealand, a 24-year old female named was attacked in a mosh-pit situation. The injuries included were a black eye along with small cuts and bruises. The woman stated she was attacked by a another female concert attendee in front of her when she told her to "stop pushing her".[6]
It was announced on Perry's website that she has stated that over $150,000 have been raised for the Tickets-For-Charity fundraiser. She said that the charity supports childrens health funds, Generosity Water and other charitable that are avalible.[7] Perry's label EMI had donated a signed album by Katy herself for an auction for the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Auckland. The auction was for the promotion of the Calfornia Dreams Tour, where she had visited in New Zealand. The auction closes on May 31, 2011.[8]
Critical reception
The tour has received glowing reviews from critics. Bridget Jones from Stuff NZ gave it a excellent review. She had said "There was no doubt her fans were left with a truly sweet taste in their mouths after one of the most extravagant and fun performances Vector Arena has seen in a long time".[9] Bernadette McNulty from The Daily Telegraph gave it four out of five stars, complimenting storyline of the tour itself. She had noted "Her California Dreams tour is less of a pop concert and more of a megawatt jukebox musical." They had said that it features all the glitz and glamour, but said that the music lacks a few and it doesn't lave a trace to remember.[10]
Opening acts
- Yelle (United Kingdom & Ireland—Leg 1 & 2)[4]
- DJ Skeet Skeet (Europe) (United Kingdom & Ireland—Leg 1) (Australasia)
- New Young Pony Club (Continental Europe)
- Zowie (Australasia)[11]
- Robyn (North America) (select dates)[4]
- Marina and the Diamonds (North America) (select dates)[4]
- Janelle Monae (North America) (select dates)[12]
- Jessie J (North America) (November Dates Only)[13]
- Oh Land (North America) (selected dates) (United Kingdom & Ireland—Leg 2)[14]
Setlist


- "Teenage Dream"
- "Hummingbird Heartbeat"
- "Waking Up in Vegas"
- "Ur So Gay"
- "Peacock"
- "I Kissed a Girl"
- "Circle the Drain"
- "E.T."
- "Who Am I Living For?"
- "Pearl"
- "Not Like the Movies"
- "The One That Got Away"
- Medley: "Only Girl (In the World)" / "Big Pimpin'" / "Whip My Hair"
- "Thinking of You"
- "Hot n Cold"
- "Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)"
- "Firework"
- Encore
Source:[15]
Additional notes
- During the concert at Campo Pequeno, Perry performed "One of the Boys" in lieu of "Hummingbird Heartbeat". Additionally, "Hot n Cold" was performed during the encore. [16] [17]
- During the concert at the Zénith de Paris (on March 7, 2011), Perry performed "Born This Way". [18]
- During the concert at the Rod Laver Arena, at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre, at the UCF Arena, and at the St. Pete Times Forum, Perry performed "Friday".[19]
Tour dates
- Festivals and other miscellaneous performances
- Vorlage:Note labelThis concert is a part of Summerfest[28]
- Vorlage:Note labelThis concert is a part of the Calgary Stampede[29]
- Vorlage:Note labelThis concert is a part of Rock in Rio[30]
- Cancellations and rescheduled shows
February 23, 2011 | Milan, Italy | PalaSharp | This concert was moved to the Mediolanum Forum.[31] |
March 4, 2011 | Berlin, Germany | Columbiahalle | This concert was moved to the Max-Schmeling-Halle[32] |
March 6, 2011 | Offenbach, Germany | Stadthalle Offenbach | This concert was moved to the Festhalle Frankfurt in Frankfurt, Germany |
Box office score data
Venue | City | Tickets Sold / Available | Gross Revenue |
---|---|---|---|
Rod Laver Arena | Melbourne | 24,649 / 24,649 (100%) | $2,228,150[33] |
Entertainment Centre | Adelaide | 8,805 / 9,426 (93%) | $803,497[34] |
TSB Bank Arena | Wellington | 5,726 / 5,830 (98%) | $381,959[35] |
Entertainment Centre | Newcastle | 7,043 / 7,407 (95%) | $706,342[36] |
Entertainment Centre | Sydney | 22,835 / 24,146 (95%) | $2,031,140[37] |
Entertainment Centre | Brisbane | 23,910 / 27,144 (88%) | $2,107,890[38] |
Vector Arena | Auckland | 22,905 / 23,938 (96%) | $1,435,140[39] |
References
External links
- ↑ a b Katy Perry announces European dates for 2011 tour In: The Independent, Independent Press Limited, 12. Oktober 2010. Abgerufen am 25. November 2010
- ↑ a b Helen Sanders: Katy Perry Announces Her California Dreams Tour Dates! In: Entertainment Wise. Giant Digital, 11. Oktober 2010, abgerufen am 25. November 2010.
- ↑ a b Lipshutz, Jason: Katy Perry to Kick Off 'California Dreams' U.S. Tour in June. In: Billboard. Prometheus Global Media, 19. Januar 2011, abgerufen am 19. Januar 2011.
- ↑ a b c d e Kennedy, Gerrick D.: Katy Perry announces summer 'California Dreams' tour during live Facebook chat; L.A. date in August In: Los Angeles Times, Tribune Company, 19 January 2011
- ↑ Sophie Hines: Updated: Katy Perry slams Calvin Harris on Twitter. In: Digital Spy. 28. März 2011, abgerufen am 4. April 2011.
- ↑ Duff, Michelle: Katy Perry Wellington moshpit brawl. In: Stuff Magazine. 12. Mai 2011, abgerufen am 17. Mai 2011.
- ↑ http://www.katyperry.com/north-american-tour-tickets-still-available-on-tickets-for-charity/
- ↑ http://www.trademe.co.nz/Music-instruments/CDs/Pop-rock/Artist-K/auction-376883540.htm
- ↑ http://www.stuff.co.nz/entertainment/music/4976237/Review-Katy-Perry-a-teenage-dream-in-Auckland
- ↑ Bernadette McNulty: Katy Perry, Hammersmith Apollo, review In: The Daily Telegraph, March 18, 2011
- ↑ Katy Perry picks Zowie for shows. In: Stuff New Zealand. Fairfax New Zealand, 31. März 2011, abgerufen am 21. April 2011.
- ↑ Katy Perry Adds U.S. Fall Tour Dates. In: RTTNews. 20. April 2011, abgerufen am 21. April 2011.
- ↑ Katy Perry Announces Five Final Dates to End California Dreams Tour. 6. Juni 2011, abgerufen am 6. Juni 2011.
- ↑ What's On? Katy Perry. 13. Mai 2011, abgerufen am 13. Mai 2011.
- ↑ Conti, Andrea: Le dolci sorprese di Katy Perry. In: TGCOM. Gruppo Mediaset, 24. Februar 2011, archiviert vom am 7. Mai 2011; abgerufen am 7. Mai 2011 (italienisch).
- ↑ Katy Perry : Elle fait sa Rihanna et sa Willow Smith ! In: 22 February 2011. Pure People, abgerufen am 16. März 2011 (französisch).
- ↑ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XeFe6uFCVg
- ↑ Billboard Staff: Katy Perry Covers Lady Gaga's 'Born This Way' in Paris. In: Billboard. Prometheus Global Media, 8. März 2011, abgerufen am 16. März 2011.
- ↑ Gregory, Jason: Katy Perry Covers Rebecca Black's 'Friday'. In: GigWise. Giant Digital, 3. Mai 2011, abgerufen am 7. Mai 2011.
- ↑ a b c d e Tour Dates. In: Katy Perry's Official Website. Capitol Records, abgerufen am 25. November 2010.
- ↑ Katy Perry 'California Dreams' Australian Tour 2011. In: Live Guide. Abgerufen am 15. November 2010.
- ↑ Katy Perry brings her California Dreams Tour to New Zealand. In: The Edge FM. MediaWorks New Zealand, 24. Oktober 2010, abgerufen am 25. November 2010.
- ↑ a b c d Evans, Rob: Katy Perry takes "California Dreams" to more U.S. cities. In: Soundspike. MTV Networks, 19. April 2011, abgerufen am 21. April 2011.
- ↑ a b Katy Perry expands 2011 world tour In: The Independent, Independent Print Limited, 08 December 2010
- ↑ Kate Perry fará show em São Paulo em setembro. In: Jornal do Brasil. 25. Mai 2011, abgerufen am 27. Mai 2011 (portugiesisch).
- ↑ KATY PERRY EXTENDS 'CALIFORNIA DREAMS' UK TOUR. In: Stereoboard. 6. Dezember 2010, abgerufen am 6. Dezember 2010.
- ↑ Katy Perry extends US Leg of Tour. In: facebook. 6. Juni 2011, abgerufen am 6. Juni 2011.
- ↑ Katy Perry Headlines Summerfest 2011 Performances. In: WISN-TV. Hearst Television, 19. Januar 2011, abgerufen am 19. Januar 2011.
- ↑ Katy Perry to play at Calgary Stampede. In: Calgary Herald. Postmedia Network, 19. Januar 2011, abgerufen am 19. Januar 2011.
- ↑ Elton John, Rihanna e Katy Perry no Rock in Rio do Brasil. In: Correio da Manhã. Cofina (portugiesisch).
- ↑ Katy Perry al Mediolanum Forum di Assago. In: Agenzia Nazionale Stampa Associata. 18. Januar 2011, abgerufen am 19. Januar 2011 (italian).
- ↑ Vorlage:Cite press release
- ↑ Billboard Boxscore: Current Scores. In: Billboard. Prometheus Global Media, 21. Mai 2011, archiviert vom am 13. Mai 2011; abgerufen am 13. Mai 2011.
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