Barry Manilow Pauses Touring to Recover Following Las Vegas Show Cancellations
Music icon Barry Manilow announced he is taking a temporary break from the stage following a rigorous summer tour schedule and recent last-minute cancellations at his long-running Las Vegas residency. Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, August 25, the 83-year-old showman reassured fans that the pause is a necessary step to rest his voice after pushing himself too hard on the road.
Stepping Back to Rest After an Intense Summer Run
The “Copacabana” singer reflected on the demanding pace of his recent tour dates while outlining his timeline for recovery:
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29 Shows in 68 Days: Manilow celebrated the success of his summer tour run, noting that while the performances and audiences were fantastic, the physical toll required immediate rest.
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Humorous Message to Fans: “Now we all need to sit down and shut up,” Manilow quipped in his statement. “So, we’re going to take a break until we return to the Westgate Las Vegas on October 8th. When I’ll be singing like a bird. I hope to see you then.”
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Rescheduling Plans: Representatives noted that new Westgate Las Vegas concert dates to replace the missed performances will be officially announced next week.
Recent Setbacks and Return to the Stage
The hiatus follows a handful of unexpected concert postponements over recent weeks as the veteran performer manages his physical stamina:
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Vocal & Technical Challenges: Manilow was forced to cancel back-to-back weekend shows on August 21 and 22 at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, citing unforeseen technical and vocal complications.
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Prior Postponements: Earlier in August, a tour stop in Lexington, Kentucky was postponed right before showtime due to unforeseen circumstances, having previously been rescheduled following Manilow’s lung cancer treatments earlier in the year.
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October Comeback: With the brief hiatus underway, the legendary performer is scheduled to resume his residency at the Westgate Las Vegas on October 8.
