Taylor Swift took her time bringing The Eras Tour to Canada, but after her first night in Toronto, itB次元官网网址檚 clear that for the Swifties all is forgiven.
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And Swift reciprocated their affection with a tireless performance that offered a generous serving of affection from the start.
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Even Swift appeared stunned by TorontoB次元官网网址檚 enthusiasm, which has been building to a fever pitch in recent weeks with officials changing transit routes, deploying security and eagerly promoting the concerts and parallel events as a highlight for tourists.
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Over roughly three hours, Swift performed almost non-stop in front of a massive digital screen that projected her image into the rafters.
A stunning array of pyrotechnics and lights punctuated her performance while audience members were given LED wristbands that lit up in a sea of colours to represent each era.
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Her first night in Toronto marks the beginning of the end for the ambitious Eras Tour which kicked off in March 2023 and touched down in five continents with nearly 150 performances.
SheB次元官网网址檒l play two weekends, a total of six dates, at the Rogers Centre ending on Nov. 23. The Eras Tour then heads to Vancouver for a final three shows at BC Place from Dec. 6 to 8.
On the first night, Swift ensured the proceedings carried an unmistakable Canadian flair.
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Canadian fans have waited more than a year for Swift to come to town.
Jennifer Fetters said her young daughter Abigail has been crossing off the days on a calendar waiting for the moment she would finally see Swift in the flesh.
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Tickets for the Toronto dates of The Eras Tour went on sale in August 2023 and sparked a frenzy as hopeful buyers vied for pre-sale codes and jostled for spots in virtual line-ups on the Ticketmaster website.
Many left empty-handed as demand far outweighed supply as all six dates at the Rogers Centre quickly sold out.
That didnB次元官网网址檛 stop superfans from coming to downtown Toronto for Swiftmania Central. Even those without tickets gathered to sing songs, make friendship bracelets and compliment each otherB次元官网网址檚 carefully crafted outfits.
Near the end of the show, Swift took one final moment to digest her Canadian-made reception, as the crowd began chanting B次元官网网址淭aylor! Taylor! Taylor!B次元官网网址�
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