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Purpose World Tour

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The tour started on March 9, 2016 in Seattle and finished on July 2, 2017 in London, UK. After that, the last remaining 14 shows of the tour were cancelled due to depression, anxiety and exhaustion.

Visiting the five continents with over 150 shows, the Purpose World Tour became Justin's longest tour and one of the highest-grossing concerts of the 2010s decade.

• 1 Background
• 7 Canceled shows
• 9.1 Ultimate #Purpose experience
• 9.2 "I'll Show You" VIP Purpose Experience
• 9.3 "Where Are Ü Now" #Purpose experience
• 10 References

Background [ ]

The tour was announced on November 11, 2015 on The Ellen DeGeneres Show . That same day, 58 dates in the United States and Canada were revealed on the singer's website. Due to an overwhelming demand, additional shows were added in Los Angeles, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Boston, Miami, and New York, totaling 64 shows. Some of the shows that Bieber was supposed to perform at was cancelled. After a couple of days, Bieber announced the reason behind him cancelling the rest of the tour on a heartfelt Instagram post.

My life is a movie and everyone’s watching. So let’s get to the good part and past all the nonsense. This life’s not easy. I know what it feels like to fall. It isn’t until we admit defeat that we are able to find strength. I know what it takes to admit vulnerabilities. Are you willing to be challenged, uncomfortable? What are you willing to withstand to create your destiny? I have to ask myself where does my character lie in times of trouble, my weakness, when is my soul at rest? I encountered so many obstacles along this journey. I made mistakes, stumbled but I have faith and determination to rise. My idea of advice is safety, love, respect and purpose.

Setlist [ ]

• Mark My Words
• Where Are Ü Now
• Get Used To It
• I'll Show You
• The Feeling
• Love Yourself
• No Pressure
• As Long As You Love Me
• Let Me Love You
• Life Is Worth Living
• What Do You Mean?
• March 11, 2016 / November 11, 2016 (Q&A) — “ One Less Lonely Girl ”
• March 17, 2016 / March 25, 2016 / May 16, 2016 / June 27, 2016 / June 29, 2016 — “ Insecurities ”
• March 26, 2016 / March 29, 2016 / April 28, 2016 / May 4, 2016 / May 5, 2016 / May 7, 2016 / May 8, 2016 / May 13, 2016 / May 18, 2016 / June 13, 2016 / June 22, 2016 / June 23, 2016 / June 25, 2016 / June 27, 2016 / July 2, 2016 / July 3, 2016 / July 15, 2016 / September 21, 2016 — “ Look Up At The Stars ”
• July 3, 2016 — “ Guarded ”
• October 20, 2016 — “ Trust ”
• November 9, 2016 (Q&A) — “ That Should Be Me ”
• During the shows in Louisville, Auburn Hills, Boston, Washington, D.C. & the second show in Chiba, Bieber performed a cover of Justin Timberlake 's “ Cry Me a River ”.
• During the show in Ottawa, Bieber performed a cover of Delirious? song, “ I Could Sing of Your Love Forever ” during the acoustic set.
• During the shows in Greensboro, Baltimore, New York City, Madrid and Monza Bieber performed a cover of Tracy Chapman song “ Fast Car ” during the acoustic set.
• During the shows in Chiba, Bieber performed “ Cold Water ” during the acoustic set.

Bieber performed duets with musical guests on some dates of the tour.

• March 20, 2016 — Los Angeles: “ Confident ” with Chance the Rapper ; “ No Pressure ” with Big Sean
• March 23, 2016 — Los Angeles, “ Sorry ” with Skrillex
• April 12. 2016 — Atlanta: “ Baby ” with Ludacris
• April 13, 2016 — Atlanta: “ U Got It Bad ”, “U Don't Have to Call”, “Lovers and Friends” and “I Don't Mind” with Usher ; “I Wanna Love You” with Akon
• July 19, 2016 — New York City: "No Sense” with Travis Scott ; “ Never Say Never ” with Jaden Smith
• November 17, 2016 — Zurich: “ Let Me Love You ” with DJ Snake
• April 18, 2017 — San Juan: “ Despacito (Remix) ” with Luis Fonsi
• June 25, 2017 — Wireless Festival, Frankfurt: “ No Sense ” with Travis Scott

Dancers [ ]

• Aubree Storm
• Christina Chandler
• CJ Salvador
• David Shreibman
• Delaney Glazer
• Devan Smith
• Elysandra Quiñones
• Jasmine Perri
• Jake Landgrebe
• Johnny Erasme
• Jonathan Rabon
• Kyle Cordova
• Yusuke Nakai
• Luis Rosado
• Keebz Chapa
• Mighty Mykell
• Rudy Reynon
• Mona Berntsen
• Nick DeMoura
• Bianca Brewton
• Deanna Jenkins
• Maasa Ishihara
• Joesar Alva
• Isaiah Baluyot
• Justin de Vera
• Noah Tratree

Outfits [ ]

Canceled shows [ ]

The cancellation of its last 14 tour dates, including several U.S. stadiums, was described at the time as “unforeseen circumstances” but was in fact a clear mental health crisis. “He was going through something that he wasn’t expressing to anyone,” said Allison Kaye . “We didn’t really understand what we were canceling it for — we just kind of had to.”

When he canceled the last leg of the Purpose tour, the biggest changes he made to get better were going to therapy regularly for the first time and reconnecting with God. “I just changed my priorities so that I didn’t [become] another statistic of young musicians that ended up, like, not making it,” he said. [17]

• ↑ 1.0 1.1 The August 20, 2016 concert in Chelmsford, England at the Hylands Park and the August 21, 2016 concert in Staffordshire, England at the Weston Park were both part of the V Festival.
• ↑ The June 7, 2017 concert in Stavanger, Norway at Forus Travbane is a part of Sommerfesten 2017.
• ↑ The June 18, 2017 concert in Monza, Italy at Autodromo Nazionale Monza is a part of I-Days Festival.
• ↑ The June 24, 2017 concert in Lille, France at Stade Pierre-Mauroy is a part of North Summer Festival.
• ↑ The June 25, 2017 concert in Frankfurt, Germany at Commerzbank-Arena is a part of Wireless Festival.
• ↑ The July 2, 2017 concert in London, England at Hyde Park is a part of British Summer Time Festival.

Experiences [ ]

Ultimate #purpose experience [ ].

• 1 #GetCloser seat in a barricaded section at the end of the stage runway (you'll be the closest to Justin)
• 1 selfie during your meet & greet with Justin before the show (cancelled)
• A tour of backstage: find out what happens behind-the-scenes and what it takes to create a world tour
• 1 premium merch package created exclusively for the ultimate #Purpose fans
• 1 official tour plaque - a limited edition memorabilia made and engraved just for you
• Access to the pre-show hospitality lounge immediately after your meet & greet
• Early entry into the venue
• On-site VIP host
• Exclusive #GetCloserToJustin laminate
• 1 digital download of Justin Bieber's album "Purpose"

"I'll Show You" VIP Purpose Experience [ ]

• 1 premium ticket
• Access to the pre-show hospitality lounge
• A hangout with the crew
• 1 premium merch package created exclusively for VIP #Purpose fans

"Where Are Ü Now" #Purpose experience [ ]

• Dedicated VIP entrance

References [ ]

• "Billboard Boxscore :: Current Scores" . Billboard . April 7, 2016.  
• "Billboard Boxscore :: Current Scores" . Billboard . April 20, 2016.  
• "Billboard Boxscore :: Current Scores" . Billboard . May 4, 2016.  
• "Billboard Boxscore :: Current Scores" . Billboard . May 24, 2016.  
• "Billboard Boxscore :: Current Scores" . Billboard . July 5, 2016.  
• "Billboard Boxscore :: Current Scores" . Billboard . Retrieved November 2, 2016 .  
• "Billboard Boxscore :: Current Scores" . Billboard . Retrieved November 13, 2016 .  
• "Billboard Boxscore :: Current Scores" . Billboard . April 4, 2017.  
• ↑ Ali Stone abrirá el concierto de Justin Bieber en Colombia. Retrieved 5 April 2017. Template:In lang
• "Billboard Boxscore :: Current Scores" . Billboard .  
• ↑ "Sonakshi Sinha to perform at Bieber's Mumbai gig" . The News International . March 14, 2017.  
• "Billboard Boxscore : Current Scores" . Billboard .  
• ↑ "Why India wants Justin Bieber to say Sorry" . Newsbeat . May 12, 2017.  
• ↑ "Justin Bieber naar Pinkpop" .  
• ↑ "Justin Bieber til Stavanger" .  
• ↑ "Justin Bieber kommer till Summerburst Stockholm 2017" .  
• ↑ "Biglietti concerto Justin Bieber e Martin Garrix I-Days Milano 2017" .  
• ↑ "North Summer Festival 2017 à Lille : Justin Bieber au programme !" .  
• ↑ "Justin Bieber to headline British Summer Time festival 2017 !" .  
• ↑ Coscarelli, Joe (July 25, 2017). "Justin Bieber Cancels ‘Purpose’ Tour Dates for His 'Soul and Well-Being'" . The New York Times . "Still, the tour grossed $163.3 million last year, according to the industry trade publication Pollstar, and had earned another $93.2 million so far this year."  
• ↑ Bain, Katie (March 11, 2021). "Inside Justin Bieber’s New World: Therapy, Date Nights and Delivering ‘Justice’" . Billboard .  
• 1 Mariah Yeater
• 2 Despacito (Remix)

Justin Bieber’s world tour has grossed nearly $200 million

‘Purpose’ tour launched in March 2016

Just over one year since starting in March 2016, Justin Bieber’s ‘Purpose’ world tour has reportedly grossed close to $200 million.

Following from Bieber’s 2015 album of the same name , the ‘Purpose’ tour started March 9 2016 in Seattle, and visits Ecuador’s Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa on its next stop (April 8).

Box office counts, reported by Billboard , claim more than 2.2 million tickets have been sold on 122 world tour stops. Bieber has played 10 shows so far in 2017, bringing in $40 million in total.

In a recent stopover in Sydney, Australia, Bieber pleaded with his fans to “stop acting like animals” when they chased him from the Chargrill Charlie’s restaurant to his car. Photos show that Bieber needed a police escort to form a barrier while he dined, while other footage shows him telling the crowd: “The more you guys scream and act like animals, the less we can have a conversation.”

This comes after Bieber said he would no longer take photos with fans as it made him feel like ‘a zoo animal ‘, while just last week he told a fan that they ‘made him feel sick’ for attempting to take a selfie .

Bieber will headline a Barclaycard BST Hyde Park show on Sunday July 2, with support coming from Martin Garrix, Swedish pop sensation Tove Lo and Anne-Marie.

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Global superstar Justin Bieber is bringing his Purpose World Tour to Barclays Center on Wednesday, May 4 and Thursday, May 5 . Also joining him in Brooklyn for both shows are special guests Post Malone and Moxie Raia.*

The hype around Bieber’s new music continues with the smash successes of “Sorry” and “What Do You Mean?” which was crowned Justin’s first #1 on Billboard’s all-format airplay/sales/streaming-based Hot 100 the week of its release, selling over 335,000 units digitally in the U.S. that week.

Tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com , by calling 800-745-3000 or by visiting the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center.

For information on individual suites to both concerts, please call 718-BK-SUITE.

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For reservations, please call 917.618.6340 or email [email protected] .

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Justin Bieber Details Massive North American ‘Purpose’ Tour

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UPDATE:  Justin Bieber has expanded his  Purpose  world tour to include a fall run in Europe. See below for new dates.

Justin Bieber has announced an expansive tour behind his upcoming fourth LP, Purpose . Spanning major markets across the U.S. and Canada, the singer’s 58-date North American trek kicks off March 9th, 2016 in Seattle and concludes July 18th at New York’s iconic Madison Square Garden. 

American Express cardmembers can purchase advance tickets for the U.S. shows starting Monday, November 16th at noon local time through Thursday, November 19th at 10 p.m. local time. General ticket sales for all shows will begin Friday, November 20th at 10 a.m. local time through the AEG Live website . 

Bieber teased the tour during his Wednesday appearance on  Ellen , but he had trouble remembering the jaunt’s start date. “I will start this tour … oh gosh, this is the only thing I had to remember,” he told Ellen DeGeneres, before assuring fans, “You can go to my website to find out.”

The announcement arrives two days before the November 13th release of Purpose , which features singles like the atmospheric “I’ll Show You,” tropical-flavored “Sorry” and soul-searching “What Do You Mean?”

Excluding the 2013 compilation Journals , Purpose is Bieber’s first album since 2012’s Believe . The lengthy tracklist features an array of high-profile collaborators, including Skrillex, Diplo, Big Sean (“No Pressure”), Travis Scott (“No Sense”) and Ariana Grande (the deluxe edition remix of “What Do You Mean?”).

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March 9 – Seattle, WA @ KeyArena at Seattle Center March 11 – Vancouver, BC @ Pepsi Live! at Rogers Arena March 13 – Portland, OR @ Moda Center at the Rose Quarter March 15 – Sacramento, CA @ Sleep Train Arena March 17 – San Jose, CA @ SAP Center at San Jose March 18 – Oakland, CA @ Oracle Arena March 20 – Los Angeles, CA @ STAPLES Center March 21 – Los Angeles, CA @ STAPLES Center March 25 – Las Vegas, NV @ MGM Grand Garden Arena March 26 – Fresno, CA @ Save Mart Center March 29 – San Diego, CA @ Valley View Casino Center March 30 – Glendale, AZ @ Gila River Arena April 2 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Vivint Smart Home Arena April 4 – Denver, CO @ Pepsi Center April 6 – Kansas City, MO @ Sprint Center April 7 – Tulsa, OK @ BOK Center April 9 – Houston, TX @ Toyota Center April 10 – Dallas, TX @ American Airlines Center April 12 – Atlanta, GA @Philips Arena April 19 – St. Louis, MO @ Scottrade Center April 20 – Louisville, KY @ KFC Yum! Center April 22 – Rosemont, IL @ Allstate Arena April 23 – Rosemont, IL @ Allstate Arena April 25 – Auburn Hills, MI @The Palace Of Auburn Hills April 26 – Cleveland, OH @ Quicken Loans Arena April 28 – Columbus, OH @Schottenstein Center April 29 – Washington, DC @Verizon Center May 4 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center May 5 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center May 7 – Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center May 10 – Boston, MA @ TD Garden May 13 – Ottawa, ON @Canadian Tire Centre May 14 – Quebec City, BC @ Videotron Centre May 16 – Montreal, BC @ Bell Centre May 18 – Toronto, ON @ Air Canada Centre May 19 – Toronto, ON @Air Canada Centre June 11 – Winnipeg, MB @ MTS Centre June 13 – Calgary, AB @ Scotiabank Saddledome June 14 – Edmonton, AB @ Rexall Place June 16 – Saskatoon, SK @ Credit Union Centre June 18 – Fargo, ND @ FARGODOME June 19 – Minneapolis, MN @ Target Center June 21 – Lincoln, NE @ Pinnacle Bank Arena June 22 – Des Moines, IA @ Wells Fargo Arena June 24 – Cincinnati, OH @ U.S. Bank Arena June 25 – Indianapolis, IN @Bankers Life Fieldhouse June 27 – Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena June 29 – Jacksonville, FL @ Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena June 30 – Orlando, FL @ Amway Center July 2 – Miami, FL @ AmericanAirlines Arena July 6 – Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Coliseum July 7 – Baltimore, MD @ Royal Farms Arena July 9 – Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center July 10 – Hartford, CT @ XL Center July 12 – Buffalo, NY @ First Niagara Center July 13 – Pittsburgh, PA @ CONSOL Energy Center July 15 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Boardwalk Hall July 18 – New York City, NY @ Madison Square Garden September 14 – Berlin, Germany @ Mercedes-Benz Arena September 16 – Munich, Germany @ Olympiahalle September 18 – Cologne, Germany @ Lanxess Arena September 20 – Paris, France @ Accorhotels Arena September 23 – Oslo, Norway @ Telenor Arena September 26 – Helsinki, Finland @ Hartwall Arena September 29 – Stockholm, Sweden @ Tele2 Arena October 2 – Copenhagen, Denmark @ Telia Parken October 5 – Antwerp, Belgium @ Sportspalais October 6 – Antwerp, Belgium @ Sportspalais October 8 – Arnhem, Netherlands @ GelreDome October 11 – London, England @ The O2 October 12 – London, England @ The O2 October 17 – Birmingham, England @ Barclaycard Arena October 18 – Birmingham, England @ Barclaycard Arena October 20 – Manchester, England @ Manchester Arena October 21 – Manchester, England @ Manchester Arena October 26 – Sheffield, England @ Sheffield Arena October 27 – Glasgow, Scotland @ SSE Hydro November 1 – Dublin, Ireland @ 3Arena November 8 – Vienna, Austria @ Wiener Stadthalle November 11 – Kraków, Poland @ Tauron Arena November 12 – Prague, Czech Republic @ O2 Arena November 14 – Hamburg, Germany @ Barclaycard Arena November 16 – Frankfurt, Germany @ Festhalle November 17 – Zurich, Switzerland @ Hallenstadion November 19 – Bologna, Italy @ Unipol Arena November 20 – Bologna, Italy @ Unipol Arena November 22 – Barcelona, Spain @ Palau Sant Jordi November 23 – Madrid, Spain @ Barclaycard Center November 25 -Lisbon, Portugal @ MEO Arena

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Justin Bieber Explains Why He Canceled Remainder of ‘Purpose’ Tour

“I’m grateful for the tours but most of all I am grateful I get to go through this life WITH YOU!” singer says on Instagram

Justin Bieber has broken his silence about canceling the remainder of his “Purpose” world tour last month, explaining that the time he will be taking is so his career, heart and soul can be “sustainable.”

“Me taking this time right now is me saying I want to be SUSTAINABLE,” Bieber wrote in an Instagram post, published Wednesday. “I want my career to be sustainable, but I also want my mind heart and soul to be sustainable. So that I can be the man I want to be, the husband I eventually want to be and the father I want to be.”

In his letter, he also said that past relationships as well as insecurities have dictated his behavior recently.

“I have let my insecurities get the best of me at times,” Bieber wrote. “I let my broken relationships dictate the way I acted toward people and the way I treated them! i let bitterness, jealously and fear run my life.!!!! I am extremely blessed to have people in the past few years help me build my character back up reminding me of who I am and who I want to be!!!”

Bieber also addressed fans, writing, “Im grateful for the tours but most of all I am grateful i get to go through this life WITH YOU.!”

On July 24, Bieber canceled the remaining dates on his show, at the time giving no reasons beyond “unforeseen circumstances.” Bieber had 15 more shows scheduled in the U.S., Canada, Japan, the Philippines and Indonesia through October. He has played more than 150 shows since the stadium tour began in March 2016.

One day later, his manager, Scooter Braun explained , “a man’s soul and well-being I truly care about came first and we must all respect and honor that.”

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Justin Bieber is heading back on tour.

With his new album, “Purpose,” dropping on Friday, Bieber has announced a world tour that begins on March 9.

The 58-date tour will include stops all over North America, including Denver, Las Vegas, Dallas, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Boston, Miami and throughout eastern and western Canada. There will be two-night runs in Brooklyn, Los Angeles, Chicago and Toronto along with a tour-ending performance at Madison Square Garden on July 18.

Bieber has already scored hits this year with his singles “Sorry” and “What Do You Mean?” The latter was the pop singer’s first No. 1 single on Billboard’s all-format airplay/sales/streaming-based Hot 100.

American Express cardmembers can buy tickets for the tour beginning Nov. 16 at noon PT through Nov. 19 at 10 p.m. General ticket sales begin Nov. 20 at 10 a.m.

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March 9 – Seattle, WA @ KeyArena at Seattle Center March 11 – Vancouver, BC @ Pepsi Live! at Rogers Arena March 13 – Portland, OR @ Moda Center at the Rose Quarter March 15 – Sacramento, CA @ Sleep Train Arena March 17 – San Jose, CA @ SAP Center at San Jose March 18 – Oakland, CA @ Oracle Arena March 20 – Los Angeles, CA @ STAPLES Center March 21 – Los Angeles, CA @ STAPLES Center March 25 – Las Vegas, NV @ MGM Grand Garden Arena March 26 – Fresno, CA @ Save Mart Center March 29 – San Diego, CA @ Valley View Casino Center March 30 – Glendale, AZ @ Gila River Arena April 2 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Vivint Smart Home Arena April 4 – Denver, CO @ Pepsi Center April 6 – Kansas City, MO @ Sprint Center April 7 – Tulsa, OK @ BOK Center April 9 – Houston, TX @ Toyota Center April 10 – Dallas, TX @ American Airlines Center April 12 – Atlanta, GA @Philips Arena April 19 – St. Louis, MO @ Scottrade Center April 20 – Louisville, KY @ KFC Yum! Center April 22 – Rosemont, IL @ Allstate Arena April 23 – Rosemont, IL @ Allstate Arena April 25 – Auburn Hills, MI @The Palace Of Auburn Hills April 26 – Cleveland, OH @ Quicken Loans Arena April 28 – Columbus, OH @Schottenstein Center April 29 – Washington, DC @Verizon Center May 4 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center May 5 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center May 7 – Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center May 10 – Boston, MA @ TD Garden May 13 – Ottawa, ON @Canadian Tire Centre May 14 – Quebec City, BC @ Videotron Centre May 16 – Montreal, BC @ Bell Centre May 18 – Toronto, ON @ Air Canada Centre May 19 – Toronto, ON @Air Canada Centre June 11 – Winnipeg, MB @ MTS Centre June 13 – Calgary, AB @ Scotiabank Saddledome June 14 – Edmonton, AB @ Rexall Place June 16 – Saskatoon, SK @ Credit Union Centre June 18 – Fargo, ND @ FARGODOME June 19 – Minneapolis, MN @ Target Center June 21 – Lincoln, NE @ Pinnacle Bank Arena June 22 – Des Moines, IA @ Wells Fargo Arena June 24 – Cincinnati, OH @ U.S. Bank Arena June 25 – Indianapolis, IN @Bankers Life Fieldhouse June 27 – Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena June 29 – Jacksonville, FL @ Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena June 30 – Orlando, FL @ Amway Center July 2 – Miami, FL @ AmericanAirlines Arena July 6 – Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Coliseum July 7 – Baltimore, MD @ Royal Farms Arena July 9 – Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center July 10 – Hartford, CT @ XL Center July 12 – Buffalo, NY @ First Niagara Center July 13 – Pittsburgh, PA @ CONSOL Energy Center July 15 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Boardwalk Hall July 18 – New York City, NY @ Madison Square Garden

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Justin Bieber Announces ‘Purpose’ World Tour

Justin Bieber is heading back on tour.

With his new album, “Purpose,” dropping on Friday, Bieber has announced a world tour that begins on March 9.

The 58-date tour will include stops all over North America, including Denver, Las Vegas, Dallas, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Boston, Miami and throughout eastern and western Canada. There will be two-night runs in Brooklyn, Los Angeles, Chicago and Toronto along with a tour-ending performance at Madison Square Garden on July 18.

Bieber has already scored hits this year with his singles “Sorry” and “What Do You Mean?” The latter was the pop singer’s first No. 1 single on Billboard’s all-format airplay/sales/streaming-based Hot 100.

American Express cardmembers can buy tickets for the tour beginning Nov. 16 at noon PT through Nov. 19 at 10 p.m. General ticket sales begin Nov. 20 at 10 a.m.

Here are all the tour dates:

March 9 – Seattle, WA @ KeyArena at Seattle Center March 11 – Vancouver, BC @ Pepsi Live! at Rogers Arena March 13 – Portland, OR @ Moda Center at the Rose Quarter March 15 – Sacramento, CA @ Sleep Train Arena March 17 – San Jose, CA @ SAP Center at San Jose March 18 – Oakland, CA @ Oracle Arena March 20 – Los Angeles, CA @ STAPLES Center March 21 – Los Angeles, CA @ STAPLES Center March 25 – Las Vegas, NV @ MGM Grand Garden Arena March 26 – Fresno, CA @ Save Mart Center March 29 – San Diego, CA @ Valley View Casino Center March 30 – Glendale, AZ @ Gila River Arena April 2 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Vivint Smart Home Arena April 4 – Denver, CO @ Pepsi Center April 6 – Kansas City, MO @ Sprint Center April 7 – Tulsa, OK @ BOK Center April 9 – Houston, TX @ Toyota Center April 10 – Dallas, TX @ American Airlines Center April 12 – Atlanta, GA @Philips Arena April 19 – St. Louis, MO @ Scottrade Center April 20 – Louisville, KY @ KFC Yum! Center April 22 – Rosemont, IL @ Allstate Arena April 23 – Rosemont, IL @ Allstate Arena April 25 – Auburn Hills, MI @The Palace Of Auburn Hills April 26 – Cleveland, OH @ Quicken Loans Arena April 28 – Columbus, OH @Schottenstein Center April 29 – Washington, DC @Verizon Center May 4 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center May 5 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center May 7 – Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center May 10 – Boston, MA @ TD Garden May 13 – Ottawa, ON @Canadian Tire Centre May 14 – Quebec City, BC @ Videotron Centre May 16 – Montreal, BC @ Bell Centre May 18 – Toronto, ON @ Air Canada Centre May 19 – Toronto, ON @Air Canada Centre June 11 – Winnipeg, MB @ MTS Centre June 13 – Calgary, AB @ Scotiabank Saddledome June 14 – Edmonton, AB @ Rexall Place June 16 – Saskatoon, SK @ Credit Union Centre June 18 – Fargo, ND @ FARGODOME June 19 – Minneapolis, MN @ Target Center June 21 – Lincoln, NE @ Pinnacle Bank Arena June 22 – Des Moines, IA @ Wells Fargo Arena June 24 – Cincinnati, OH @ U.S. Bank Arena June 25 – Indianapolis, IN @Bankers Life Fieldhouse June 27 – Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena June 29 – Jacksonville, FL @ Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena June 30 – Orlando, FL @ Amway Center July 2 – Miami, FL @ AmericanAirlines Arena July 6 – Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Coliseum July 7 – Baltimore, MD @ Royal Farms Arena July 9 – Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center July 10 – Hartford, CT @ XL Center July 12 – Buffalo, NY @ First Niagara Center July 13 – Pittsburgh, PA @ CONSOL Energy Center July 15 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Boardwalk Hall July 18 – New York City, NY @ Madison Square Garden

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Justin Bieber is set for his world tour — well, almost.

The musician made the announcement on Tuesday’s episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show .

However, when asked about when his tour will begin, he admitted freely that he had no idea.

“This is the only thing I had to remember, and I don’t remember!” he told DeGeneres, pointing fans to his website for further details. “What am I doing? I’m here to promote an album and a tour, and I’m not doing that!”

Entitled Purpose, his arena jaunt begins March 9 at the Seattle Center. It will be his first tour in three years.

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For all the naysayers who thought Will Smith wouldn’t and couldn’t do numbers after that incident, how are you feeling now? “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” is absolutely crushing the box office, proving that Smith and Martin Lawrence — who returned as detectives Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett in the fourth installment of the successful, high-octane franchise — are still a dynamic duo.

The film has shattered Hollywood’s expectations, reminding everyone that these actors are still box-office heavyweights. The movie earned $56 million from 3,885 theaters in its domestic debut and opened with $48.6 million internationally. That put its global total at $104.6 million, surpassing its production budget.

After an interactive press tour and hyping up fans by sharing behind-the-scenes moments, you would think the world would be singing Smith’s praises. Unfortunately, that wasn’t always the case here.

On social media, The Hollywood Reporter shared an article under the title “Box Office Upset: Will Smith’s ‘Bad Boys 4’ Delivers Huge Victory for Actor With $56M U.S. Debut, $104.6M Globally.” The post sparked negative reactions online, with users questioning what was so “upsetting” about the film’s impressive performance.

So let me get this straight. For weeks it’s been doom and gloom for theaters and now because it’s Will Smith you’re upset the film did well? The racism is blatantly showing. https://t.co/M23Zm2360A — Sharronda Williams (@payorwait) June 9, 2024

Yall better have the same energy for when Brad Pitt next movie comes out — The Heir For A Day (@tha_jerk2012) June 9, 2024

‘Upset’ because yall thought that the slap had upended his career. Don’t think so much next time, it doesn’t pay well. — RSJ. (@TheOnlyRSJ) June 9, 2024

Can’t just let the man live without bringing up that slap huh - had to add in that “Huge Victory for Actor” line instead of just saying its performing well. — Kari (@SneakerPhetish) June 9, 2024

Naturally, public figures had to weigh in, too. Stephen A. Smith shared his thoughts on his YouTube show . While conceding that he’s still a fan of Will Smith, the sports commentator went on a tangent about not wanting to see the “Hitch” actor in movies. Instead, he wants Smith to sit down for an interview and explain why he struck Chris Rock at the 2022 Academy Awards.

“I’m just saying a lot of folks ain’t get over what happened,” he said in his rant. “A lot of folks find it hard to just go to the movies to watch you. I’m one of those people, and I never missed a Will Smith movie.”

Well, Stephen, you and everyone else who can’t seem to move past the slap will just have to wait on that.

Quite frankly, it’s 2024 — and I’m ready for this discussion to be over. It’s interesting that we can’t just celebrate the success of the “Bad Boys” franchise without diminishing its accolades by bringing up old news. Will Smith already apologized to Rock for the slap incident. His new film even makes a nod to the slap in a pitch-perfect moment during the fourth act. (Notably, the movie also nods at Lawrence’s infamous 1996 incident in which he walked into traffic and yelled at cars.)

The only person who should have any sort of feelings or response to Smith is Rock himself. If you are not him, it’s OK to stay quiet. It’s time to MOVE ON! I don’t care nor want to hear it anymore.

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The Biebs is coming back to town. Justin Bieber has set a June 19 date at Target Center as part of a 58-city 2016 tour announced this morning ahead of Friday's release of his new album, "Purpose." Tickets to the Minneapolis show go on sale next Friday, Nov. 20, for $50.50-$126 via AXS.com, 1-888-9-AXS-TIX or the arena's box office.

Bieber's wide array of TMZ-reported bad-boy antics and sometimes cheesy persona in recent years has made him the subject of punchlines and career-dead-end speculation, but the 21-year-old Canadian pop star seems to be rebounding into adulthood with "Purpose." The single "What Do You Mean?" became his first No. 1 U.S. single over the summer, and collaborations with electronic dance producer Skrillex and British pop star Ed Sheeran on the record have also earned it a buzz.

The Target Center date comes about three-quarters of the way through his North American tour, which kicks off March 9 in Seattle and includes a Fargo show the night before Minneapolis (June 18 at the Fargodome). He played Target Center on his last tour in 2012, an instantly sold-out show that included tons of dancing and ample lip-syncing.

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BIEBER FEVER: Urban Outfitters has announced the launch of its  Justin Bieber “Purpose” tour collection on Aug. 5.

Inspired by the singer’s most recent world tour, the men’s wear collection consists of five pieces, including T-shirts, a baseball cap and a bomber jacket all featuring the tour logo. Prices range between 25 pounds, or $35 at current exchange, for a cap to 69 pounds, or $89, for the jacket.

The line will be available to purchase in all Urban Outfitters retail stores and online as of Aug. 8. There will also be accompanying events to celebrate the launch, with the retailer planning to host parties that will be open to the public and include live DJ sets and exclusive giveaways of pieces signed by Bieber.

The events will take place in the Urban Outfitters’ Marble Arch store in London, in its Melrose store in Los Angeles and in Herald Square in New York.

The high street retailer said it is drawing on the success that musicians have been having in fashion recently. Merchandise from Kanye West’s “The Life of Pablo” tour and Beyoncé’s “Formation” tour instantly sold out, for instance.

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Earlier this year, VFiles, the Millennial-minded social-media platform and retailer, hosted a two-day pop-up in New York’s SoHo selling merchandise from Beiber’s “Purpose” tour, although the collection differed from that of Urban Outfitters. The pop-up was popular, with long lines of customers dressed in other merchandise from West’s and Beyoncé’s tours, snaking down Mercer Street.

Bieber has partnered with a number of designers during his “Purpose” tour, including Fear of God’s Jerry Lorenzo and Calvin Klein . The pop star, who starred in Calvin Klein ’s spring ad campaign, teamed with the brand for the European and North American legs of his world tour, showcasing footage of the campaign prior to — and during — the concert, and wearing apparel from the brand in a segment of his performance.

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Sony Puts Summer Back On Track As Will Smith & Martin Lawrence’s ‘Bad Boys: Ride Or Die’ Clocks $56M Opening – Sunday AM Update

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SUNDAY AM FINAL: Sony ‘s Bad Boys: Ride or Die had a great Saturday of $19.5M , -10% against previews/first day of $21.6M , for what’s shaping up to be a $56M opening. This is the highest-grossing R-rated opening since Oppenheimer last July, and Will Smith ‘s sixth-highest U.S./Canada opening overall of his career and his 18th No. 1 opening as a leading man.

That Friday to Saturday hold is very close to what Bad Boys for Life did, which was -8%. PLFs and Imax stateside delivered 38% of the gross. Imax only repped 9.3% of the fourth pic’s North America weekend, or $5.2M at 401 auditoriums. The fourthquel played through the night, with 32% made of the gross earned after 8 PM showtimes, per EntTelligence. Admissions for the Smith and Lawrence reteam were 3.9M, repping 53% of the domestic foot traffic, followed by The Garfield Movie with 9%, IF with 8%, and New Line ‘s bomb The Watchers with 7%, or $7M on the $30M negative pick-up, ouch. Global on the Ishana Shyamalan-directed movie is $11.7M .

Top five cities for Bad Boys: Ride or Die were New York, Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas, and Chicago. AMC Southlake Pavilion in Atlanta is the top-grossing cinema in the nation with $155K so far.  

Anyone obsessed that the Oscar slap would derail Smith’s career — um, no. Studies showed that Smith’s box office value among moviegoers would not tarnish post the controversial incident.

Another thing to crow about: Batgirl directors Adil and Bilall’s success this weekend comes in the face of conquering Watchers, a rival Warner Bros wide release.

Smith did a surprise appearance at the Baldwin Hills Cineplex over the weekend. Take a look:

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Smith and Sony rolled out the global PR tour for Bad Boys: Ride or Die like D-day, covering three continents and ten cities, including Dubai, Riyadh, Madrid, Berlin, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Brussels, Amsterdam, New York, and Miami, with red carpet premieres in a bulk of ’em. Among the highlights there was a stunted arrival in Los Angeles on a double decker bus, with live performance by Smith, a turnout of 50k fans in Mexico City alone, and the first Hollywood premiere in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Get a load at what was done with Comedy Central’s Reno 911:

Natch, there were national appearances by the guys on Hot Ones, Fallon, Kelly Clarkson, Live with Kelly & Mark, Today with Hoda & Jenna, The Talk and Kimmel .

Smith can’t eat spicy wings:

A TikTok challenge was created inviting users to grab their “ride or die” and post fun videos to show how they’re a Bad Boy. Khaby Lame, who is the most-followed person on TikTok (162.5M Followers), had a cameo in the fourthquel and shot custom social content with Smith and Lawrence.

@khaby.lame Why are the Bad Boys always doing the most? 😂🚪🔒 BadBoys: Ride Or Die is exclusively in theaters this June @Bad Boys: Ride or Die @Sony Pictures #SonyPicsPartner ♬ original sound – Khabane lame

Across U.S. and 16 international markets, Sony engaged influencers with a huge social reach of more than  1.4 billion  to support the release of the film, with the stars collaborating with many of them.

Updated diversity stats for Bad Boys 4 are 44% Black, 26% Latino and Hispanic, 18% Caucasian, and 8% Asian and 4% other. Sony held word-of-mouth screenings with 50+ African American partners in seven cities, including Miami, Chicago, Houston, Atlanta, and DC. Cast appearances on major broadcast, podcasts, digital, and radio programs outlets included Despierta America (Univision), Hoy Dia (Telemundo), EBRO in the Mornings, 7pm in Brooklyn, The Enrique Santos Show and Complex’s GOAT Talk . There was a Miami Takeover that included a star-studded red-carpet premiere, U.S. Hispanic media blitz across Univision and Telemundo networks, and a Miami Marlins appearance that included a first pitch from Lawrence.

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1.) Bad Boys: Ride or Die (Sony) 3,885 theaters, Fri $21.6M Sat $19.5M Sun $14.9M, 3-day $56M /Wk 1

2.) Garfield The Movie (Alcon/Sony) 3,959 (-149) theaters, Fri $2.87M Sat $3.95M Sun $3.1M 3-day $10M (-29%) Total $68.6M /Wk 3

3.) If (Par) 3,582 (-201) theaters Fri $2.33M, Sat $3.1M Sun $2.48M 3-day $8M (-24%), Total $93.5M /Wk 4

4.) The Watchers (NL) 3,351 theaters, Fri $2.9M Sat $2.35M Sun $1.75M, 3-day $7M /Wk 1

5.) Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (20th/Dis) 3,155 (-295) theaters, Fri $1.5M Sat $2.2M Sun $1.7M 3-day $5.4M (-40%), Total $149.77M /Wk 5

6.) Furiosa (WB) 2,984 (-880) theaters, Fri $1.2M, Sat $1.7M Sun $1.3M 3-day $4.2M (-61%) Total, $58.7M /Wk 3

7.) Fall Guy (Uni) 2,410 (-416) theaters, Fri $810K Sat $1M Sun $810K, 3-day $2.7M (-36%), Total $85.1M /Wk 6

8.) Lord of the Rings: Fellowship… (Fath/NL) 1,529 theaters, Sat $2.44M , Total $2.44M /Wk 1 (re)

9.) Lord of the Rings: Two Towers (re) (Fath/NL) 1,529 theaters, Sun $1.9M, Total $1.9M /Wk 1 (re)

10.) Strangers -Chapter 1 (LG) 2,016 (-511) theaters, Fri $578K Sat $712K Sun $550K 3-day $1.84M (-50%) Total $32.2M /Wk 4

EARLY SATURDAY AM WRITETHRU: More great news, knock on wood, that the marketplace is rebounding – a bit. Sony’s Bad Boys: Ride or Die secured $21.6M yesterday on its way to a $53M opening. Some even have it a tad higher at $54M at 3,885 theaters. While that’s what tracking saw three weeks ago, the sour market poured cold water on those prospects. Turns out, initial tracking was right. This is all according to early AM estimates.

Updated Screen Engine/PostTrak exits are 5 stars, 90% positive, and a great 84% definite recommend with a 97% Rotten Tomatoes audience score and an A- CinemaScore (the previous three movies all received As).

  Bad Boys for Life  drew 58% under 35, with 42% Black moviegoers, 30% Caucasian, 18% Hispanic and Latino and 10% Asian American/other. The fourthquel, also produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, and directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, showed 50% under 35 with 44% Black, 26% Hispanic and Latino, 18% Caucasian and 12% Asian American/other buying tickets. Those buying their tickets day of were 72% which tells you how much walk-up business this had, and which couldn’t be observed in some tracking (though some had a sense would occur).

RelishMix noticed an upbeat word of mouth out there with fans forgiving Will Smith post Oscar slap saying, “I’m glad Will Smith is back. His action movies never disappoint,” and, “Martin Lawrence is so funny and makes me laugh so hard like from deep, deep down inside funny.” Chatter relishes the balance between the action and comedic elements spotlighted in the trailer, with some feeling this is an improvement on the previous 2020 entry  Bad Boys for Life , saying, “Last one was mid, but this one already looks and feels better like a  Bad Boys  movie”. Reports PostTrak, 35% of those who bought tickets came because of either Smith or Lawrence while 38% came because of the cast alone. Forty-two percent told exit polls that they came out last night because the fourthquel looked fun and entertaining.

Other deets about Bad Boys: Ride or Die, overall 53% Male / 47% Female with 44%   of the audience between 18-34 years old with the largest demo tied between 25-34 and 35-44 at 26% apiece. Bad Boys : Ride or Die played in the East, South and South Central with the AMC Southlake Pavilion in Atlanta the highest grossing cinema in the nation with $81K.

Sony’s second place brag, The Garfield Movie , is eyeing a $10.3M third weekend at 3,959, -26%, for a running total of $68.9M by Sunday. The reboot will soon pass the domestic take of the 2004 20th Century Fox movie which ended its run at $75.3M.

New Line’s The Watchers is still not being watched with an estimated $2.9M Friday, and $6.7M-$7.1M weekend. The Ishana Shyamalan feature directorial debut gets a C- CinemaScore and 57% Rotten Tomatoes audience score. RelishMix notices negative chatter: “Negative convo on  The Watchers  is limited to those turned off by M. Night Shyamalan’s involvement as a producer after being dissatisfied with many of his past cinematic ventures.” This despite the fact that the social media universe metrics at 150.7M are running 9% above first installment horror norms across TikTok, Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram combined. 

Watchers diagnostics saw a low PostTrak of 55% positive, 36% definite recommend. Male leaning at 53% on this PG-13 movie with 27%   of the audience between 18-34 years old and 32% of the audience 35+ years old with the largest demographic being 25-34 years old at 28%.   The movie pulled in 45% Caucasian, 26% Latino and Hispanic, 18% Black, 6% Asian and 5% other. The genre movie most predominant area was South Central, Mountain and West with the AMC Burbank the pic’s top grossing venue at $14K to date.

FRIDAY AFTERNOON: Exhibitors and distribution execs, even non-Sony ones, are breathing a sigh of relief as it looks like the Will Smith-Martin Lawrence fourthquel Bad Boys: Ride or Die is heading to $50M this weekend at 3,885 theaters. This is after a $20M-$21M Friday, which includes Thursday night previews of $5.9M . Last night’s evening shows were solid, and they held up against the first night of NBA Finals. Very good news after this summer has seen such notable event movies like The Fall Guy and Furiosa underperforming.

Bad Boys 4 has all the octane from PLFs and Imax screens.

Sony can crow further about its hold on the No. 2 spot this weekend with The Garfield Movie , which is seeing a third frame of $9M-$10M , -32%, for a running total of $68.6M on the high end by Sunday at 3,959 theaters.

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Third place belongs to Paramount’s family movie IF, with a fourth weekend of $7.1M at 3,582 theaters after $2M Friday, -32%, for a running total of $92.6M by Sunday. That will be 1% ahead of Ryan Reynolds’ Free Guy at the same point in time; that 2021 pic ended its U.S./Canada run at $121.6M.

Crashing in fourth place is New Line’s Ishana Shyamalan-directed thriller, The Watchers , with $3M today, including $1M previews, for what’s looking like a $6M-$7M start at 3,351 theaters. M. Night Shyamalan, who produced his daughter’s movies, also self-finances them and then sells them to the studio. In the wake of working with Universal, Warner Bros. attracted him over to its lot. I’m told that the studio shelled out $30M before P&A for The Watchers alone. This movie is not a Lionsgate genre thrifty price-profit special.

FRIDAY AM: Sony’s R-rated Bad Boys: Ride or Die did $5.875 million in domestic box office Thursday in previews that began at 3 p.m., a total that is actually only 8% off from the previews of the franchise’s previous long-awaited threequel, 2020’s Bad Boys for Life, which did $6.36M.

That’s a great start for Bad Boys: Ride or Die as it enters what has been an embattled marketplace due to lack of movie inventory from the strikes, not to mention a lack of mass-appealing movies — that is outside of Disney/20th Century Studios’ Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes , which just crossed $144.3M. Audience reaction last night to the Will Smith-Martin Lawrence reteam was 5 stars and 88% positive on Screen Engine/Comscore’s PostTrak, while Rotten Tomatoes audience score stands at 97%.

Demos, which change throughout the weekend, were 36% Black, 29% Hispanic and Latino, 20% Caucasian, 10% Asian, and 4% other. Men over 25 were dominant at 40% followed by women over 25 at 38%.

Bad Boys: Ride or Die saw a $23.6M first day, which led to an ultimate best-in-franchise three-day total of $62.5M and a four-day of $73M, but keep in mind that the threequel was working off the heat of a 17-year gap between sequels, not to mention it was MLK weekend. If all goes well, Bad Boys: Ride or Die winds up north of $40M.

RELATED: ‘Bad Boys: Ride Or Die’ Directors Adil El Arbi & Bilall Fallah On Fourthquel’s Fast Track & Lessons Learned From ‘Batgirl’ – Crew Call Podcast

New Line’s PG-13-rated The Watchers , the feature directorial debut of Ishana Shyamalan, is showing previews of $1M at 3,000 locations. That amount of Thursday night cash is on par with Universal’s Abigail. However, reviews are sour here at 29% Rotten, and the PostTrak exits were really bad at 1 1/2 stars, and 52% positive. Yikes. This despite a rather even turnout among age demos with 36% men over 25, 24% women under 25, 20% women over 25, and 20% men under 25. The projection for this movie heading into the weekend was $8M-$10M. Abigail opened to $10.2M off an 85% Rotten Tomatoes audience score.

The rest of Thursday shook out as follows:

1.) The Garfield Movie (Sony) 4,108 theaters Thu $1.5M (-7% from Wed), Wk $21M , Total $58.6M /Wk 2

2.) IF (Par) 3,783 theaters, Thu $1.2M (-7%), Wk $15.9M , Total $85.5M /Wk 3

3.) Furiosa (WB) 3,864 theaters, Thu $730K (-38%), Wk $15.5M , Total $54.4M /Wk 2

4.) Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (20th) 3,450 theaters, Thu $825K (-18%), Wk $13.1M , Total $144.3M /Wk 4

5.) Fall Guy (Uni) 2,826 theaters Thu $437K (-17%), Wk $6.3M , Total $82.4M /Wk 5

Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist (Fath) 1,098 theaters, Thu $602K , 2-day cume $2.4M /Wk 1

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12 Concert Movies That Scored Big at the Box Office

Posted: June 3, 2024 | Last updated: June 3, 2024

Concert movies are a great way to experience the thrill of a live performance without leaving your couch. Whether you are a fan of rock, pop, jazz, or stand-up comedy, there is a concert movie for you.

This article will explore 12 of the most profitable concert movies ever made, from iconic performances to behind-the-scenes documentaries.

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (2023)

Worldwide box office – $261,413,059

Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour is not just a concert movie; it’s a cultural phenomenon. It showcases the incredible talent, charisma, and versatility of one of our time’s most popular and influential artists. The movie appeals to a range of audiences, from loyal Swifties to casual music lovers, who can enjoy the diversity and quality of her songs.

The film also benefited from its timely release, offering a much-needed escape and entertainment for people who missed the thrill of live concerts amid the pandemic. With its fantastic production values, captivating performances, and emotional resonance, Taylor Swift—The Eras Tour is a masterpiece of concert filmmaking that deserves its record-breaking success.

Justin Bieber: Never Say Never (2011)

Worldwide box office – $99,034,125

Justin Bieber’s Never Say Never captures the meteoric rise and success of one of the biggest stars of our generation. It combines the inspiring story of his humble beginnings and his passion for music with the spectacular scenes of his sold-out concerts and his loyal fan base. The film also utilizes 3D technology to create a realistic experience for the viewers, who can feel like they are part of the show. The film appeals to both fans and non-fans alike, as it showcases the talent and personality of Justin Bieber. It is a testament to his cultural impact and his musical legacy.

Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds (2008)

Worldwide box office – $70,712,099

Miley Cyrus – Best of Both Worlds is a concert movie that showcases the dual identity and appeal of the pop star and her alter ego, Hannah Montana. It features songs from both her personal and fictional repertoire, satisfying the fans of both her music and her TV show. The movie also captures the excitement and energy of her live performances, backstage moments, and interviews with her family and friends. Best of Both Worlds was a huge hit among the young audience, who loved seeing their idol on the big screen. The film also gained some positive reviews from critics, who praised the film’s production value and entertainment factor.

Eddie Murphy Raw (1987)

Worldwide box office – $50,504,655

Eddie Murphy Raw is a concert film that showcases the brilliant and edgy stand-up comedy of Eddie Murphy, one of the most influential and successful comedians of the 1980s. The film features his uncensored and hilarious jokes on various topics, from his personal life to his views on society. The film was a big hit at the box office, breaking the record for the highest-grossing stand-up comedy concert film ever. The film is still widely regarded as one of the best and most iconic stand-up comedy films of all time.

Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé (2023)

Worldwide box office – $44,372,181

Celebrating the artistic vision and musical genius of Beyoncé, one of our time’s most influential and successful artists, Renaissance – A FILM BY BEYONCE follows her creative journey and her groundbreaking Renaissance World Tour, which featured songs from her 2022 album Renaissance. The film also gives a glimpse into her personal life, family, and collaborations with other legendary musicians. Beyoncé’s talent, style, and charisma are stunningly showcased in the film, which is a testament to her cultural impact and legacy. The movie was a huge success, earning rave reviews and over $44 million at the global box office.

The Original Kings of Comedy (2000)

Worldwide box office – $38,236,338

The Original Kings of Comedy showcases the hilarious performances of four legendary comedians: Steve Harvey, DL Hughley, Cedric the Entertainer, and Bernie Mac. Directed by Spike Lee, the movie captures the essence of the live show that sold out arenas nationwide. The film was a hit with audiences and critics alike, earning over $38 million at the box office on a $3 million budget. The film also spawned several imitations and inspired a new generation of comedians. The Original Kings of Comedy is one of the most profitable concert movies ever because it delivers a unique and unforgettable experience.

Richard Pryor Live On The Sunset Strip (1982)

Worldwide Box Office – $34,970,309

Richard Pryor Live on the Sunset Strip is a groundbreaking stand-up comedy film showcasing the raw and honest humor of one of the greatest comedians ever. The film captures Pryor’s comeback performance after his near-fatal accident in 1980, where he openly talks about his addiction, his recovery, and his views on life. The film also influenced many other comedians and concert films, cemented Pryor’s legacy as a comedy legend.

Katy Perry: Part of Me (2012)

Worldwide Box Office – $32,700,439

Katy Perry: Part of Me is a 3D concert film that combines live performances and behind-the-scenes footage of pop star Katy Perry. The film follows her California Dreams Tour, one of the most successful tours of 2011. Produced by Perry herself, the film also shows her struggles and triumphs, such as her divorce from Russell Brand, her faith, and her bond with her fans. The film was directed by Jane Lipsitz and Dan Cutforth, who have produced many popular reality shows and documentaries.

BTS Permission To Dance On Stage Seoul – Live Viewing (2022)

Worldwide Box Office – $32,600,000

BTS Permission to Dance on Stage Soul – Live Viewing is a concert film that showcases the fantastic performances of BTS, the global K-pop sensation. The film was a special event for the fans who could not attend the live shows due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. It featured songs from their latest album, Permission to Dance, and some classic hits. The film was also streamed on Disney+ for more fans to enjoy. The movie’s huge success demonstrated the popularity and influence of BTS and K-pop worldwide.

Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain (2013)

Worldwide Box Office – $32,327,255

Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain is a stand-up comedy movie that shows Kevin Hart’s hilarious show at Madison Square Garden in 2012. The film also includes scenes from his party and his world tour, where he talks about his personal life and divorce. Directed by Leslie Small and Tim Story and produced by Hartbeat Productions, the film was a big hit with fans and critics who enjoyed Hart’s humor and honesty. Several critics praised the movie and compared it to Eddie Murphy Raw.

Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience (2009)

Worldwide Box Office – $30,428,831

Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience is a concert film that shows the Jonas Brothers’ Burnin’ Up Tour in 2008. It features live performances, backstage footage, and guest appearances by Demi Lovato and Taylor Swift. The film also introduces two new songs by the band, “Love Is On Its Way” and “Live to Party”. It was released in 3D and IMAX 3D by Disney. Despite negative reviews, the film was nominated for two Teen Choice Awards.

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Justin Bieber’s ‘Purpose’ Tour Hits Los Angeles: 5 Crazy, Sexy, Cool Moments from Staples Center

Justin Bieber's Sunday night show at Los Angeles' Staples Center was as much a homecoming for the 22-year-old as a statement of purpose.

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Justin Bieber ’s Sunday night show at Los Angeles’ Staples Center was as much a homecoming for the 22-year-old as a statement of purpose. True, the Canada-born, LA-based singer hadn’t been away for all that long — Bieber last took the stage of the 18,000-seat arena in Nov. 2015 for a fan-only record release party — but in the time between, he had come far, scoring a rarefied second No. 1 single , the irresistible “Sorry,” and winning the respect of the industry as it acknowledged he was no longer just a teen sensation.

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Indeed, the crowd at Staples proved that new fanbase is growing in numbers and diversity — shrieking tweens dominated, of course, but there were plenty of child-free ladies on a girls’ night out to be found and even the occasional dad didn’t look the least bit miserable. And it’s no wonder: Bieber is a showman through and through. His aim is to entertain, and he does so with a mix of nonstop visuals, dance moves and killer hooks that are impossible to deny. And if that doesn’t impress the arms-folded parent, maybe a trampoline stage descending from the sky will.

Read on for five standout moments from the March 20 stop of Bieber’s Purpose Tour.  

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Bieber in a Glass Cage of Emotion

The dramatic opening to the Purpose show involves a transparent cage which ascends from beneath the stage. Inside: Bieber making a solemn promise with the song “Mark My Words.” It’s one of several hydraulic feats throughout the show, another of which — Bieber performing inside an LED structure — is reminiscent of technology U2 put on display during its most recent Songs of Innocence. 

Justin Bieber and Marilyn Manson Take Selfie in Los Angeles

A Fashionable Nod to Grunge

Bieber’s tour wardrobe is meant to give a “street grunge with a very vintage skater feel,” tour stylist Karla Welch recently told Billboard . It’s a look that works as Bieber’s ever-expanding T-shirt collection includes nods to Marilyn Manson (with the words: “Bigger Than Satan” and “Bieber” on the back), Metallica (worn during “Baby,” no less) and 2Pac , who first started his rap career mere miles from the Staples Center. Bonus: Bieber rocks a robe like nobody’s business, no doubt emulating what countless fans have done at home perhaps with a hairbrush as a would be microphone. Dare we say, it’s sexy?

Pep Talks with Purpose

It’s not often that a pop star takes time on stage to openly address such weighty issues as insecurity and authenticity, but Bieber does several times throughout the show. “I’ve been so broken … and so hurt in my life,” Bieber says during one such moment. During another, Bieber speaks of trying to “be real” but realizing that he inevitably will “slip up.” Ultimately, he adds, it’s “truly about finding our purpose.”

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Did Somebody Say Trampoline ?

Proof that Justin Bieber is living out his wildest dreams: a boxing ring-like stage that descends from the top of the arena where the “floor” is essentially a trampoline. Bieber executed more that a couple good flips at the end of “Company,” which was a relief, since he’d hit his head on one of the stage fasteners earlier in the song.

Cameos Galore!

Bieber brought out Big Sean for “No Pressure” and Chance the Rapper for “Confident” at Staples Center — cameos that proved his cool cred, and, even in a town crawling with celebrities, made for an extra special show.

Bonus: Rain in L.A.

Much has been written about the penultimate finale to each Purpose show, during which it literally rains indoors. As crazy as it sounds, during “Sorry,” the onstage baptism felt like an appropriate bookend to what’s essentially a religious experience for countless devotees — and on Palm Sunday, no less. Preach. 

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March 14 - May 12, 2024

By  Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Directed by Phylicia Rashad

Main Series

ABOUT THIS SHOW

For decades, the influential Jasper family has been a pillar of Black American Politics: civil rights leaders, pastors and congressmen. But like all families, there are cracks and secrets just under the surface. When the youngest son Nazareth returns home to Illinois with an uninvited friend in tow, the family is forced into a reckoning with itself, its faith and the legacies of Black radicalism. Spirited, hilarious and filled with intrigue, Purpose is an epic family drama–a long-awaited world premiere from one of the country’s most celebrated voices.

Purpose  will be performed in Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theater.

Running Time

Steppenwolf does not typically offer advisories about subject matter; however, we acknowledge that sensitivities vary from person to person, so If you would like to read the content advisory for Purpose , click the "Details" arrow below.

This production contains strong language, discussions of self-harm and gunshots. If you have additional questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.

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The Artists

• Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
• Director Phylicia Rashad
• Scenic Design Todd Rosenthal
• Costume Design Dede M Ayite
• Lighting Design Amith Chandrashaker
• Sound Design Rob Milburn
• Sound Design Michael Bodeen
• Associate Director Tyrone Phillips
• Fight Choreographer Matthew Hawkins
• Vocal Coach Kate DeVore
• Dramaturg Jonathan L. Green
• Creative Producer Patrick Zakem
• Producing Director Tom Pearl
• Casting JC Clementz
• Production Stage Manager (thru Apr. 25) Laura D. Glenn
• Stage Manager Jaclynn Joslin
• Assistant Stage Manager (beginning Apr. 16) Michelle Medvin

Featured Ensemble Members

• Morgan Jasper - Alana Arenas
• Solomon “Junior” Jasper Jr.- Glenn Davis
• Nazareth “Naz” Jasper - Jon Michael Hill
• Aziza Houston - Ayanna Bria Bakari
• Solomon “Sonny” Jasper - (Mar. 14-Apr. 18, May 7-12) Harry Lennix
• Claudine Jasper - Tamara Tunie
• Solomon “Sonny” Jasper - (Apr. 19-May 5) Cedric Young
• Understudy - Kayla Forde
• Understudy - Jabari J. Khaliq
• Understudy - Shadana Patterson
• Understudy - Joseph Primes
• Understudy - Penelope Walker
• Understudy - Johnard Washington

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PURPOSE   — AUDIENCE RESPONSE

PURPOSE   — PRODUCTION TRAILER

PURPOSE  — PRODUCTION PHOTOS

PURPOSE   — REHEARSAL TEASER

PURPOSE   — ARTISTIC DIRECTOR INTERVIEW

PURPOSE  — REHEARSAL PHOTOS

PURPOSE   — DIRECTOR INTERVIEW

"This isn't just a play. This is an experience." You cannot miss the critically-acclaimed, audience-adored world premiere of Purpose ! This smash hit family drama has extended twice, and must close May 12. Laughter, tears and more than a few gasps? "Come prepared for ALL of it!"

"This isn't just a play. This is an experience." You cannot miss the critically-acclaimed, audience-adored world premiere of Purpose ! This smash hit family drama has extended twice, and must close May 12. Laughter, tears and more than a few gasps. "Come prepared for ALL of it!"

(clockwise from left) Harry Lennix, ensemble members Alana Arenas and Glenn Davis, Tamara Tunie, Ayanna Bria Bakari and ensemble member Jon Michael Hill

credit: Michael Brosilow

Production photos for Steppenwolf Theatre’s production of  Purpose  by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, directed by Phylicia Rashad

(left to right) Harry Lennix and Ayanna Bria Bakari with ensemble members Glenn Davis and Jon Michael Hill

(left to right) Ayanna Bria Bakari with ensemble members Glenn Davis and Jon Michael Hill

(center, l to r) Ensemble member Glenn Davis and Tamara Tunie with the cast of Purpose

(left to right) Harry Lennix, Ayanna Bria Bakari and Tamara Tunie

(left to right) Ensemble members Alana Arenas and Jon Michael Hill

(left to right) Tamara Tunie and Harry Lennix

(left to right) Ensemble members Jon Michael Hill and Glenn Davis with Ayanna Bria Bakari and Harry Lennix

(front to back) Ensemble member Glenn Davis with Tamara Tunie

(left to right) Tamara Tunie, ensemble member Jon Michael Hill, Ayanna Bria Bakari and Harry Lennix

(left to right) Ensemble member Jon Michael Hill and Harry Lennix

(left to right) Ensemble member Jon Michael Hill and Ayanna Bria Bakari

Ensemble member Jon Michael Hill

Our next (epic, spirited, hilarious, intriguing, soul-stirring, heart-pounding) family drama is here! 

This highly-anticipated world premiere by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, directed by Phylicia Rashad has assembled a collection of artists for the ages, and is already extended by popular demand through April 28, 2024. 

“That's what Steppenwolf does best!” Artistic Director Glenn Davis can’t say enough about the world premiere of Purpose and the incredible lineup of artists assembling to create this incendiary theatrical event. “We throw people into a room with all their dysfunction, all their love and adoration, and we say: 'Okay, go! Let's see what happens.'”

(left to right) Harry Lennix, ensemble members Alana Arenas, Glenn Davis and Jon Michael Hill with Tamara Tunie and Ayanna Bria Bakari

credit: Joel Moorman

Rehearsal photos for Steppenwolf Theatre’s production of Purpose  by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, directed by Phylicia Rashad

(left to right) Associate Director Tyrone Phillips and Director Phylicia Rashad

(left to right) Harry Lennix and Tamara Tunie with ensemble members Glenn Davis, Jon Michael Hill and Alana Arenas

(left to right) Ayanna Bria Bakari and Director Phylicia Rashad

(left to right) Ensemble members Alana Arenas and Glenn Davis with Tamara Tunie and Harry Lennix

(left to right) Ensemble member Glenn Davis with Tamara Tunie

(front, l to r) Ayanna Bria Bakari, Associate Director Tyrone Phillips and Director Phylicia Rashad

(pictured) Ensemble member Jon Michael Hill

Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad returns to Steppenwolf to direct the world premiere of Purpose , an epic family drama by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. Rashad discusses this powerful show, the exciting process and why she's glad to be back at Steppenwolf.

"[ Purpose is] exactly why people go to see shows at the only American theater globally famous for its intensity."

- Chicago Tribune

"Knee-buckling scenes [with] explosive intensity."

- Chicago Sun-Times

"Steppenwolf at its best: bold, muscular, impossible to ignore and destined to endure."

- Daily Herald

"[A] riveting piece of work, and a memorable addition to Steppenwolf’s storied history of turbulent domesticity."

- Chicago Reader

"Branden Jacobs-Jenkins has set the table for one hell of a family dinner in Purpose ."

- Broadway World

" Purpose is a theatrical triumph...exceptional cast, powerful writing [and] masterful direction."

- Rolling Out

" Purpose is fiercely intelligent, highly ambitious and boldly theatrical."

- Chicago Theatre Review

Audio-Described and Touch Tour: Sunday, April 7 at 3pm  (1:30pm touch tour, 3pm curtain)

Open-Captioned Public Performances: Thursday, April 4 at 7:30pm Saturday, April 13 at 3pm 

ASL-Interpreted Public Performance: Friday, April 12 at 7:30pm

Past Community Events

Associates theater night.

Fri, Mar 15 | 6:00pm Maker's Studio at Steppenwolf

Join the  Steppenwolf Associates  (our young professionals group) for a special conversation with Steppenwolf's Casting Director,  JC Clementz . JC will be discussing his career and the process of casting a show of this magnitude at Steppenwolf. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres provided by our preferred restaurant partner  Vinci , as well as complimentary beer & wine.

Simply purchase tickets to the  March 15 performance at 7:30pm , and RSVP for the pre-show event using the button below.

Women Leading with Purpose

Tue, Mar 26 | 6:00pm Balcony Bar at Steppenwolf

Before the production of  Purpose , join us for a free discussion about women building their own legacies during Women's Month. This conversation will feature local Chicago business owners including  Renauda Riddle  and  Angela Barnes  of  Nobody's Darling.

PURPOSE : THE TIES THAT BIND

Wed, Apr 3 | 6:00pm Balcony Bar at Steppenwolf

The Black Arts and Culture Alliance of Chicago (BACA)  leads a conversation about legacy with  Katanya Raby  and  Myiti Sengstacke-Rice . These guest speakers, both from prominent Chicago families, will discuss what it means to stand on generational success as they forge new paths. Round out your cultural experience by joining this free community conversation, before seeing  Purpose.

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