THE world-famous Harlem Globetrotters announced the expansion of their iconic global tour to Asia this November 2024, with the kick-off in Manila on November 12 at a press conference held at Novotel Manila last Monday, July 29.
Known as the hardest working sports team in the world, with over 350 performances annually, the Globetrotters are set to perform across the Philippines, East Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore, delivering eight incredible shows.
The Harlem Globetrotters, one of the most popular entertainment brands in the world, are experiencing a new era of growth evidenced by their return to television for the first time in 40 years, signing deals with a variety of new global partners including Spalding and IMG, multiple Emmy nominations and the creation of the first ever sports residency.
Now they will thrill crowds in Asia with their signature brand of full-court family fun and unique basketball skills and wizardry that have thrilled millions of fans for almost 100 years.
“We are excited about our partnership with LK Entertainment, in that it allows for our strategic expansion, and commitment, to the many audiences that make up the Asia continent,” said Keith Dawkins, president of Harlem Globetrotters and Herschend Entertainment Studios. “We believe that this is not only a tremendous opportunity for our live tour business but for the growth of other facets of the Globetrotters businesses including content, sponsorship and consumer products.”
Joining the press conference were two of the featured and entertainingly skilled Globetrotters, “Wham” Middleton and “Moose” Weekes.
Wham learned magic tricks from his great grandfather when he was seven years old, and the magic has stuck with him his entire life. Known as a street baller who can play hoops at a world-class level, Wham owns eight Guinness World Records titles and earned Top Rookie Player during his debut season with the team.
Moose, meanwhile, is known most for his huge personality and wild antics, all while playing above the rim and sporting one of the best afros in pro sports. Moose became an outstanding high school player and went on to play college ball at Middle Tennessee State, where he led the Blue Raiders in the number of blocks as a freshman and broke the school record for most blocked shots in a game, with eight.
The Globetrotters tour will run from November 12 to 24 and will bring them to five different cities with eight shows throughout Asia.
Fans can also sign up for an account on TicketWorld and sign up for the waitlist to get pre-sale access. For more details, visit www.harlemglobetrotters.asia.
