Boston, Massachusetts, September 20, 2025
News Summary
Morrissey’s performances in New England have been canceled following a credible threat on his life. The cancellations include shows at the MGM Music Hall in Boston and Foxwoods Resort Casino. Announced by the venue, the cancellations prioritize the safety of Morrissey and his band. The threat originated from a 26-year-old man from Ottawa, who has been charged. Despite this, Morrissey’s tour continues with shows scheduled in other locations. All affected ticket holders will receive automatic refunds.
Boston — Morrissey’s shows in New England have been canceled due to a “credible threat” on his life. The cancellations include a Saturday night performance at the MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston and a Friday night show at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut.
What happened
The decision to cancel the New England dates was announced by the MGM Music Hall at Fenway, which confirmed the cancellation via an Instagram post, citing safety concerns for Morrissey and his band. Venue officials said the move was made out of an abundance of caution following a recent threat.
Threat and law enforcement response
The singer was threatened online by a 26-year-old Ottawa man prior to his scheduled performance at a music festival in Canada. The Ottawa Police have charged the 26-year-old man for making the threat, and the investigation is still ongoing. The alleged assailant has been released on bail and is currently staying with his father in Washington, D.C.
Recent performances and tour status
Despite the online threat, Morrissey’s concert in Ottawa did proceed despite the threat, as well as another performance earlier in New York earlier in the week. Morrissey has been on a tour with upcoming dates, including a performance scheduled for Tuesday in Philadelphia. Morrissey’s official social media pages claim that all tickets for the canceled shows will be automatically refunded at the point of purchase.
Venue details
The MGM Music Hall is located next to Fenway Park, a prominent venue for various performances. Upcoming acts at MGM Music Hall include artists such as Elvis Costello, Chance the Rapper, and DOECHII.
Artist background
The singer, whose full name is Steven Morrissey, is known for his time as the lead vocalist of the British rock band The Smiths. Morrissey has been a controversial figure in the music industry, known for his solo hits including “Everyday Is Like Sunday” and “Suedehead.”
What ticket holders should know
Tickets purchased for the canceled MGM Music Hall and Foxwoods Resort Casino performances will be refunded automatically at the point of purchase, according to Morrissey’s official social media pages. Fans who bought tickets through third-party sellers should check the seller’s refund policies and confirm whether refunds will be processed automatically.
Next steps and safety
Local law enforcement agencies and venue security teams continue to coordinate on safety measures for upcoming events. Organizers have framed the cancellations as precautionary steps to protect the artist, touring personnel and audience members while investigations continue.
Context and impact
Show cancellations related to threats can have immediate logistical and financial impacts on venues, staff, vendors and ticket holders. The cancellations at MGM Music Hall and Foxwoods remove two headline shows from Morrissey’s current tour schedule and have prompted public attention on online threats and event security.
FAQ
Which shows were canceled?
The cancellations include a Saturday night performance at the MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston and a Friday night show at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut.
Why were the shows canceled?
Morrissey’s shows in New England have been canceled due to a “credible threat” on his life.
Who confirmed the cancellation?
MGM Music Hall confirmed the cancellation via an Instagram post, citing safety concerns for Morrissey and his band.
Was there a legal response?
The Ottawa Police have charged the 26-year-old man for making the threat, and the investigation is still ongoing.
Has the suspect been detained?
The alleged assailant has been released on bail and is currently staying with his father in Washington, D.C.
Did any performances proceed despite the threat?
Morrissey’s concert in Ottawa did proceed despite the threat, as well as another performance earlier in New York earlier in the week.
Will ticket buyers receive refunds?
Morrissey’s official social media pages claim that all tickets for the canceled shows will be automatically refunded at the point of purchase.
Who is Morrissey?
The singer, whose full name is Steven Morrissey, is known for his time as the lead vocalist of the British rock band The Smiths.
Are there other tour dates?
Morrissey has been on a tour with upcoming dates, including a performance scheduled for Tuesday in Philadelphia.
Where is MGM Music Hall located?
The MGM Music Hall is located next to Fenway Park, a prominent venue for various performances.
What other acts are scheduled at MGM Music Hall?
Upcoming acts at MGM Music Hall include artists such as Elvis Costello, Chance the Rapper, and DOECHII.
Quick reference table
| Venue | City / State | Scheduled Date | Status | Ticket/Refund Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MGM Music Hall at Fenway | Boston, Massachusetts | Saturday night (named performance) | Canceled | Morrissey’s official social media pages claim that all tickets for the canceled shows will be automatically refunded at the point of purchase. |
| Foxwoods Resort Casino | Connecticut | Friday night (named performance) | Canceled | Morrissey’s official social media pages claim that all tickets for the canceled shows will be automatically refunded at the point of purchase. |
| Local festival in Ottawa | Ottawa | Recent scheduled performance | Proceeded | The singer was threatened online by a 26-year-old Ottawa man prior to his scheduled performance at a music festival in Canada. |
| Other recent | New York | Earlier in the week | Proceeded | Morrissey’s concert in Ottawa did proceed despite the threat, as well as another performance earlier in New York earlier in the week. |
| Upcoming | Philadelphia | Tuesday | Scheduled | Morrissey has been on a tour with upcoming dates, including a performance scheduled for Tuesday in Philadelphia. |
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- CBS News
- Wikipedia: Morrissey
- NBC Boston
- Google Search: Morrissey death threat
- Fox News
- Google Scholar: Morrissey
- WCVB
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Morrissey
- New York Post
- Google News: Morrissey concert cancellation
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