In December 1993, Jackson had a five-day engagement in New York City at Madison Square Garden, which saw its last concert on New Year's Eve. And she came equipped with the tough dance moves, firm muscles and seven costume changes to emphasize the difference." The tour promises to be an innovative feast of sight and sound, a theatrical experience with spectacular choreography, staging and lighting." Lenny Stoute in the Toronto Star gave a positive review to her performance at the SkyDome in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, stating that "as she'd done with the tour opener in Cincinnati Wednesday, it was a superb production that came with an emotional subtext." Commenting on the highly athletic and sexually provocative performances of such songs as " If", " What Have You Done for Me Lately" and " Nasty", he states: "This pelvic-thrusting, butt-wiggling, lip-licking high-energy temptress is a long way from the cute 'n' chubby girl next door of her previous Rhythm Nation tour. And now, amid great anticipation, Janet Jackson is set to return to the concert trail with her world tour in connection with her already triple platinum-plus 'janet' album .
Prior to the tour's launch, the Los Angeles Sentinel commented on the anticipation surrounding Jackson's return, stating: "Her first-ever concert tour in 1990 was the most successful premiere tour by any artist in pop music history. And, given the adverse publicity the Jackson family is facing these days, the low-key opening night may indeed be the best strategy." Critical reception However, Bird also noted a low-key premiere was a strategic move for Jackson and her management, "since the complicated high-tech dance show will likely have some bugs to be worked out before it plays in larger media centers. A spokeswoman for the tour stated "e really don't want a lot of out-of-town media" even though music critic Rick Bird observed "ormally, such an important tour opening would be attended by pop-music media and paparazzi from around the world. MTV promoted the Janet World Tour with a one-hour special in Jackson's honor, "hosted by MTV VJs Bill Bellamy and John Norris, performance highlights, interviews with Jackson and her dancers, and behind-the-scenes production and rehearsal footage." MTV publicist Jennifer Barner stated the channel wanted to give extensive coverage to Jackson's opening concert in Cincinnati, "because it is such a big tour and she's really, really hot now." Despite heavy anticipation for the tour, news media were discouraged from attending opening night, which was seen as a dress rehearsal. Ĭostumes and wardrobe for the tour were designed by stylist Tanya Gill, with outfits "rang from pipebone vests with high-heeled moccasin boots to zoot suits top-hats to circus-ringmaster bustiers." With a show encompassing over 100 costumes, a team of over 50 costume makers was led by wardrobe supervisor Helen Hiatt. The shows in North America, in 1994, earned $18.1 million. The show received positive reviews, and a number of reviews observed her showmanship had improved.
The tour had 125 dates and is the most shows Jackson has done for any concert. Jackson visited four continents and eighteen countries within the span of 17 months. Like its predecessor, this tour became known for its theatrical grandeur-incorporating complex choreography, pyrotechnics, video display, stage design, and costuming-drawing comparison to Broadway theatre. Jackson's 1990 tour made history as the most successful debut concert tour in history. However, there are not exact details and most information is unknown. It is believed shows were performed in South America. Concerts were held in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. It began in November 1993 and continued through April 1995. It was launched in support of her fifth studio album Janet (1993). World Tour and known as Summer Escapade during the summer of 1994) was the second concert tour by American singer, performer, songwriter and dancer Janet Jackson.
0 kommentar(er)
