Michael McIntyre cancels gig as he’s rushed to hospital for emergency surgery
MICHAEL McIntyre has been forced to cancel a comedy gig tonight after he was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery.
The comedian, 48, shocked fans when he announced yesterday that his upcoming show at the Mayflower Theatre, Southampton will not be taking place due to a kidney stone removal.
This marks his second rescheduled show of his Macnificent World Tour following a night in Plymouth also being missed by Michael last week.
Breaking the news online, a statement read: “We regret to inform customers that Michael McIntyre will be unable to perform on Monday 4 March at the Mayflower Theatre in Southampton.
“Unfortunately, Michael has had an operation to remove kidney stones.
“The show will be rescheduled to a later date which will be announced shortly. Tickets will remain valid for the new date. If you are unable to make the new date you will be entitled to a refund.
What are the symptoms of kidney stones?
- Severe pain in the side and back, below the ribs
- Pain that radiates to the lower abdomen and groin
- Pain that comes in waves and fluctuates in intensity
- Pain on urination
- Pink, red or brown urine
- Cloudy or foul-smelling urine
- Nausea and vomiting
- Persistent need to urinate
- Urinating more often than usual
- Fever and chills if an infection is present
- Urinating small amounts
“We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused.”
This follows another post in which his account said, due to “illness”, he would not perform at Plymouth Pavilions on Thursday.
The post also said: “The show will be rescheduled to a later date to be announced soon. If you are unable to make the new date you will be entitled to a refund. We are sorry for any inconvenience.”
Michael is due to perform for three nights at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena from Friday to Sunday.
He then has more upcoming dates this month in Newcastle and Manchester.
The comedian and presenter is also known for hosting Michael McIntyre’s Big Show and the game show The Wheel on the BBC.