The LGBT Benefit Concert – Sept 30
Affirmations, Transgender Detroit and Triangle Foundation worked together to encourage the cancellation of the Buju Banton concert in Detroit . Please join us in turning a hateful night into one filled with supportive and powerful music from the Detroit area’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. Confirmed performers include: Ami Matteson, Andrea Wilson , The Big Pink Black, Chantel & Youth Montage, Cheryl Strebel, Coup Detroit, Jocelyn B “Bitch” of the Blues, Leslie Thompson , Steffie & the Dirty Virgins. More artists are pending confirmation. Join us Wednesday, September 30th at the Magic Stick http://www.majesticdetroit.com/stick.asp . Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm. Tickets are just $10.
Here is a statement from Detroit ’s Majestic Theatre about these events – help us thank them by attending the event:
The Buju Banton concert that was to be held at the Majestic Theatre on Wednesday, September 30th has been cancelled. This was an incredibly tough decision for us both philosophically and economically. If we had known that there was any controversy surrounding this artist, we would have never even considered booking him. We do not condone any form of hate speech. We have struggled to get out of our contract for over a month to no avail. The Majestic is in essence a family-run small business. It is next to impossible to simply cancel a show without major financial consequences. Yet, that is what we have done.
We feel that our decision to cancel the show is less about making a statement on free speech and more about continuing to provide a welcoming atmosphere for all people. Over the past month, our friends and neighbors within various LBGT groups have reached out to us and expressed deep concern over Buju’s past comments and song lyrics. For decades, The Majestic has been a haven for unique events and people from all walks of life. At this point and time, Detroiters need to stand together more than ever. We could not allow one event to create a divide. We hope that you continue your support and patronage of The Majestic.
Sincerely,
The Zainea Family
Transgender Detroit a local non profit working the betterment of the transgender community.
If you can’t make the concert consider a contribution to Transgender Detroit. You can mail your contirbution to
Transgender Detroit
25630 Santina Lane
Warren, Mi. 48089

With the help of Affirmations and Triangle today we scored a big victory.

I strongly urge everyone to go back and thank them for canceling this concert.

There will be a benefit concert this Wednesday instead.   More details in the next few days.  The concert will help defray the cost for the owners of the theatre.  They stand to lose alot of money.

Thanks again.