Robbie Williams was booked to perform at the 2020 grand prix.Credit:The Age
Racegoers were waiting to enter the track on March 13 that year when it wasannounced by megaphone that the event would not go ahead.
Williams was booked to perform the following night,with a talent fee of $1.94 million,when his gig was also cancelled,according to a writ filed in the Supreme Court last week.
World Touring Melbourne – part-owned by Hollywood actor Will Smith,whoslapped Chris Rock at the Oscars last week – is alleging the cancellation was a breach of the Australian Grand Prix Corporation’s obligations.
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The touring agency is seeking $7.594 million for costs it incurred,another $1.128 million in lost profits,and interest.
A writ filed by Gadens law firm lists venue hire,backstage catering of $32,500,production costs such as sound and lighting,publicity and legal fees among the costs.
World Touring Melbourne said it was informed of the cancellation during a teleconference with the Australian Grand Prix Corporation and local touring partner Dainty at 1.30pm on March 13 – the same day racegoers were told at the gates.