John Barrowman admitted ticket sales had been slow
(Picture: PA Archive)John Barrowman has revealed his disappointment about cancelling his UK tour due to the “increased costs of touring”.
The Doctor Who star, 55, was set to embark on a nine-date UK tour in February following the release of his album Centre Stage.
Despite having just announced his tour, the Torchwood actor confirmed that his upcoming shows have been cancelled citing “slow" ticket sales and increased touring costs.
Taking to Instagram, he penned: “It is with huge regret that we have decided to cancel the UK tour. Unfortunately, tickets sales in certain parts of the UK have been slow, and with the increased costs of touring it is no longer economically viable to continue. This is a decision that has not been taken lightly, and I know many of my fans will be very upset, as am I.”
He continued: “Personally I am devastated and like many people I have found the last years extremely difficult, possibly the hardest few years of my life.
“When it gets tough it is sometimes better to stop and re-evaluate and that is exactly what I am going to do. I am so sorry to all my fans. Jb.”
In light of his announcement on social media, fans shared their disappointment over the cancellation in the comments but thanked Barrowman for being transparent.
One follower wrote: “I’m gutted that the tour has been cancelled but can completely understand why. You need to do what’s right for you. Take care of yourself.”
“Very sad you’ve had to cancel the tour, but high praise to you for being so honest about the reason & not stringing people along with an excuse.
“I hope that the tour can be put on again in the near future,” another shared.
A third added: “It takes a lot of strength to walk away from something you love to do. Your fans will understand and you will bounce back with something new and wonderful.”
