Bangkok: "Escape from Bangkok" offers a reprieve for fans affected by the structural collapse during the final Asanee-Wasan concert. The organizers of the "Asanee-Wasan: I Want to Emphasize One Last Time" concert have issued a second announcement, reinforcing their confidence in the venue's safety measures and detailing the refund process and support for those impacted by the unfortunate incident.
According to Thai News Agency, Neekrung Connect, the concert's organizing company, announced that following the partial collapse of the elevated seating area during the September 2nd performance, they decided to cancel the show to ensure the safety of all concertgoers. The company has provided an update on the safety measures and guidelines for assisting affected audience members. The old elevated platform structure has been dismantled and replaced with a new one, with the entire process supervised and inspected by engineers from Pakkret Municipality, IMPACT Arena, and LIVE NATION. The performance area is now deemed ready for the subsequent shows scheduled for September 3rd, 5th, 6th, and 8th.
For audience members holding tickets for the September 2nd show, original tickets can be used to attend the final performance on September 9th. Alternatively, those unable to attend can request refunds at any of the 11 Thai Ticket Major branches by September 6th. Resale of refunded tickets will occur on September 7th, allowing others the opportunity to attend the final concert.
Neekrung Connect has expressed their commitment to taking responsibility for the incident and its effects, offering sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused. They assure that the upgraded safety measures will ensure a memorable and enjoyable experience for fans of Pom and To. For detailed information on refund procedures and required documents, affected attendees are encouraged to contact any of the 11 Thaiticketmajor outlets.
The incident on September 2nd, a night meant for fans to bid farewell to the legendary Thai rock brothers, Pom and To, was marred by the unexpected collapse of the elevated stage area. The collapse affected approximately 700 seats, including high-priced VIP sections. Despite efforts to continue the performance, the show was ultimately canceled around 10:30 PM, leading to dissatisfaction and disappointment among fans who had traveled from afar, only to miss the anticipated final concert.