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Beyoncé's highly anticipated Renaissance World Tour is experiencing a setback in the United States. The scheduled performance at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on August 3 has been

canceled due to "production logistics and scheduling issues," as announced by the venue's official Twitter account.

Fans who had purchased tickets for the Pittsburgh concert will be refunded through their original point of purchase.

The Pittsburgh show would have been the 11th stop on the U.S. leg of the Renaissance tour, which is set to commence on July 12 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. The tour will cover stadiums in various cities, including East Rutherford, New Jersey, Detroit, Atlanta, and Las Vegas, before concluding in early October with a rescheduled date in Kansas City, Missouri.

Beyoncé launched her Renaissance World Tour in Sweden on May 10, 2023, after captivating audiences overseas. The tour is in support of her seventh studio album, also titled "Renaissance," which was released in July 2022.

The 41-year-old megastar has been delivering a mesmerizing multi-act performance featuring 31 songs. The setlist prominently showcases tracks from her latest album, including fan favorites like "Break My Soul," "Cuff It," "Plastic Off the Sofa," and "Virgo's Groove." However, Beyoncé also pays homage to her chart-topping hits throughout her illustrious career with electrifying renditions of "Formation," "Run the World (Girls)," "Love on Top," and "Crazy in Love."

European fans had the special privilege of witnessing Beyoncé's 11-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy, join her on stage. The mother-daughter duo captivated audiences with their synchronized choreography for performances of "My Power" and "Black Parade."

While the cancellation of the Pittsburgh concert is disappointing for fans, Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour continues to be an extraordinary musical spectacle, showcasing her immense talent and captivating stage presence. Photo by Nat Ch Villa, Wikimedia commons.