A U.S venue has cancelled a sold out Dave Chappelle show, just hours before it was expected to begin
A venue in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has called off a sold out Dave Chappelle stand up show just hours before start time.
The venue says it has “lost sight of the impact” that the comedian’s set may have on the audience.
First Avenue, the venue in question, says it must hold itself to its highest standards, following public outcry about his transphobic comments in a recent Netflix special. Read more.
The show has led to backlash against him and the places where he performs.
Chappelle’s show was moved to another venue in the city, where he was already scheduled to perform this week.
