Due to unfortunate circumstances, Ladysmith Black Mambazo's concert scheduled for Friday, February 21 has been postponed to Friday, March 20.

The group has sent the following statement regarding the rescheduled tour dates: 

"It is with a very broken heart that we will have to postpone some upcoming concerts to attend the funeral of our group's founder, as well as the father to several members, Joseph Shabalala. The group needs to depart the USA on Wednesday, February 19 and will return to the USA Monday, February 24. Joseph passed away on February 11, 2020 and the family in South Africa has been arranging details for his funeral. 

In the over-thirty-year concert-touring history of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, this is only the second time we have had to reschedule shows during a concert tour that were not weather-related. (The last time was in 1998 when Joseph Shabalala's mother passed away and we were on tour of the UK.) We apologize to the concert presenters and the ticket buyers who are affected by this. We hope they understand and forgive. Thank you for your assistance in getting us through this sad occasion."

All tickets for the original Friday, February 21 performance will be honored on Friday, March 20. 

Refunds and ticket exchanges for this performance will need to be completed before Friday, February 28 at 5 PM.

Please call the Lobero Theatre Box Office at 805.963.0761 for all ticket exchanges, refunds, or any further questions from Monday–Friday 10 AM–5 PM.

Thank you for your understanding. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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