Laser Pointer Forces Nick Jonas to Halt Prague Concert Mid-Performance
Nick Jonas was forced to temporarily exit the stage during a concert at Prague's O2 Arena on October 15 after an audience member targeted him with a laser pointer. Video footage shows the singer making a 'time-out' gesture and quickly leaving the secondary stage mid-performance.
Nick Jonas flees stage from laser
An O2 Arena spokesperson confirmed the incident, stating that security immediately addressed the situation and the Jonas Brothers resumed their performance after several minutes.
This incident joins a growing list of concerning fan behavior at concerts in 2023:
- Bebe Rexha, Kelsea Ballerini, and Harry Styles have been hit by objects thrown from crowds
- Green Day was evacuated due to an unauthorized drone over their Detroit stage
- Taylor Swift's Vienna concerts faced a terrorist threat, leading to increased security measures across European venues
Adele recently addressed the issue of concert etiquette, warning fans against throwing objects at performers. While laser pointers might seem harmless, they can cause serious vision damage and represent an ongoing safety concern for performing artists.
The incident occurred during the Jonas Brothers' rescheduled European tour dates, with their final show taking place at the Tauron Arena in Krakow, Poland.