| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| Potentially | Possibly, maybe. |
| Zócalo | A large public square in Mexico City where events are held. |
| Anticipation | Excitement. |
In Mexico City, 50,000 fans gathered at the Zócalo to see BTS. The crowd filled the square with purple, the band’s signature color. BTS appeared on a balcony with President Claudia Sheinbaum. Although they did not perform, the event was exciting for fans.
BTS was in Mexico for their “Arirang” world tour, which included three sold-out concerts. The first concert was at Estadio GNP Seguros and tickets were in high demand. Some fans struggled to get tickets due to technical issues on the ticket website.
Band member RM, also known as Kim Nam-joon, greeted fans in English, expressing his anticipation for the upcoming concert. Another member, V, tried speaking Spanish to connect with the local fans. President Sheinbaum announced that BTS would return to Mexico in 2027, thrilling the fans.
Many fans had difficulties securing tickets because they sold out quickly. President Sheinbaum even contacted the South Korean president to help organize more concerts, potentially also including a free event, to accommodate more fans.
BTS has a history with Mexico City, having performed there in 2014 and 2017 during other K-pop events. This visit shows the band’s strong connection with their Mexican fans, even though tickets were expensive and hard to find. For many, seeing BTS at the Zócalo was a special moment.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Concert | Concierto |
| Music | Música |
| Energy | Energía |
Time to discuss
- Why do you think BTS has such a large fanbase worldwide?
- What challenges do fans face when trying to buy concert tickets online?
- How can cities manage large crowds for public events safely?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph
- What might be some reasons fans are willing to pay high prices to see their favorite bands?
- How can artists and officials work together to make concerts more accessible?
