Shawn Mendes fans will get a chance to hear the singer’s upcoming fifth studio album, Shawn, before its official release thanks to an upcoming live concert film. Mendes and Trafalgar Releasing announced on Thursday (Oct. 1) that Shawn Mendes: For Friends and Family Only (A Live Concert Film) will hit screens across the country for one-night-only on Nov. 14.
According to a release, the movie features a “heartfelt performance of the self-titled album in its entirety — for the very first time.” The movie was filmed at the historic 500-capacity Bearsville Theatre in Woodstock, NY and features footage of Mendes explaining the inspiration behind each song on the album as well as sharing personal stories, “giving fans an intimate look at the creative journey that shaped the music.”
A full list of participating theaters and showtimes will be announced soon, with fans encouraged to click here to request a screening in their city; tickets will go on sale on Oct. 24 at 10 a.m. ET.
On Wednesday, Mendes announced that Shawn would be pushed back from its original Oct. 18 released date to Nov. 15. He explained, “My team and i have decided to push the album release date to November 15th. We just need a little bit more time to bring some new inspiration and ideas to life. I love you guys thank you for being so patient, I can’t wait to see you guys at the next few shows.”
The Woodstock show was the first in a limited run of intimate concerts Mendes performed in the cities where the album was recorded over a two-year stretch, a string that also included gigs in London, Brooklyn, Los Angeles and Seattle.
“Performing this album for the first time in such an intimate setting, surrounded by close friends, family, and the people who helped bring it to life, was truly special. I’m excited for fans around the world to feel that same connection through the film and get to experience the ‘Friends & Family’ shows before the album release,” Mendes said in a statement.
Trafalgar Releasing SVP of content acquisitions Kymberli Frueh added, “Shawn Mendes’ relatable lyrics and ability to connect with fans through his music are on full display in this intimate and authentic performance of his new album. This exclusive cinema event will be a special experience for fans across the globe.”
To date Mendes has released the singles “Why Why Why,” “Isn’t That Enough” and the moody “Nobody Knows,” which he debuted at last month’s 2024 VMAs. Mendes will continue his tour of Shawn live debut shows with an Oct. 14 gig at the iconic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, followed by an Oct. 18 show at the Brooklyn Paramount in Brooklyn, NY and an Oct. 22 stop at the Ford theater in Los Angeles.
