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Coronavirus leads to Got7, Taeyeon, Andy Lau, Leon Lai and others cancelling Asian shows
- Tours, concerts and appearances are all victims of the coronavirus as it continues to affect Asia
- Andy Lau, Leon Lai and Miriam Yeung, the Hong Kong Philharmonic and the Boston Symphony Orchestra also cancel
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Concerts and shows are being cancelled, not just in China, but across much of Asia, as the coronavirus outbreak that has killed more than 420 people and reached 27 countries and territories, spooks the entertainment industry.
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Performances have been called off or postponed in South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong and Macau over concern that people could be infected by the virus that first appeared in Wuhan.
Popular K-pop artists such as Taeyeon and boy bands Winner and NCT Dream cancelled shows in Singapore and Macau, according to their agency and concert organiser. K-pop boy band Got7 postponed concerts in Bangkok and Singapore, while a fan showcase by girl band GFriend is taking place in South Korea without an audience due to virus fears.
The Boston Symphony Orchestra called off its Asia tour, and the Hong Kong Philharmonic cancelled five concerts in its home city.
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Canto-pop veteran Andy Lau Tak-wah cancelled a series of long-awaited concerts in Hong Kong, with the organiser saying it was vital to protect the health and safety of audience members. It’s unclear whether Lau will proceed with an April concert in Wuhan.
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