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O2 Academy Brixton to reopen 16 months after deadly crowd crush killed two people

The O2 Academy Brixton is set to reopen in April after being closed for 16 months following a fatal crowd crush, with new safety measures implemented.
The venue will feature tribute bands initially, followed by other acts, with shows booked for April and May.
The closure came after two tragic deaths at a show by Nigerian Afrobeats artist Asake, leading to improved safety conditions and a reinstated license.

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BBC News

Brixton Academy to reopen more than a year after fatal crush

The families of two people crushed at the music venue appeal for information before it reopens.

2 months ago·United Kingdom

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The Guardian

London music venue Brixton Academy to reopen with Nirvana and Smiths tribute acts

Concert hall’s licence was suspended after two people were killed in a crowd crush in December 2022

2 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Independent

Brixton Academy open date and first concerts announced

Venue’s first performances since 2022 will include Nirvana and Oasis tribute acts

2 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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Daily Express

Brixton Academy confirms reopening date with massive return line-up

Brixton Academy was closed in 2022 after two people died during a stampede at a gig for an Afrobeats star, Asake.

3 months ago·United Kingdom

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Daily Mirror

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3 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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Metro News

Brixton Academy's reopening date revealed

Brixton Academy, known for its dome-shaped building, has been closed for more than a year (Picture: SOPA Images/LightRocket/Getty Images) Brixton Academy, one of London’s biggest music venues that closed in 2022 following a fatal crowd crush, will reopen next month. Gaby Hutchinson, 23, and Rebecca Ikumelo, 33, died after a thousand-strong crowd tried to force their way into a sold-out concert for Nigerian Afrobeats singer Asake on December 15, …

2 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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