"Waited in the downpour then got told to leave": Gig-goers react after Manchester gig cancelled due to torrential rain

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Music fans have shared their reaction after a gig at Victoria Warehouse was cancelled at short notice last night due to the heavy rain causing a leak at the venue.

Almost an hour after doors had originally been set to open for the show from American pop rock act PVRIS on Sunday night (May 12), bosses at the music venue in Old Trafford were forced to postpone the gig due to torrential storms causing a leak in the roof.

Posting on social media, PVRIS singer Lynn Gunn, who hails from Massachusetts, wrote: “Manchester, we are so sorry to have to cancel the show tonight due to a massive leak in the venue’s ceiling, causing flooding right before doors.” READ MORE: Eurovision's Olly Alexander breaks his silence after song contest defeat as his dad says he's 'surprised' The singer said whilst she had tried to find an alternative, there was ‘unfortunately no option for the show to go ahead’.

Victoria Warehouse said in a separate statement: “We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and all customers are advised to retain tickets until further notice.” Speaking about the situation, one fan explained: “Me & my friend were inside the venue at the time, it was pouring with rain but INDOORS, I've never seen anything like it!