ORLANDO, Fla – Less than a week after the tragic shooting death of Christina Grimmie, The Plaza Live held its first performance.
The show started with a moment of silence to honor the life of Grimmie along with the 49 people who lost their lives during the Pulse nightclub shooting.
"I think it's really important to come out and be together and not be home alone thinking about the sad things. But to be out supporting the people who make the music and and being with each other," concertgoer Ann Murray said.
Grimmie was shot inside the concert venue Friday while signing autographs after her performance.
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"We're very sorry about what happened with Christina. It breaks our heart but life goes on, and I'm sure Christina would appreciate music living on," concertgoer Tandra Lamra said.
The Plaza Live's spokesperson told News 6 the venue has reviewed its security procedures since the tragedy. Local police have helped the venue make sure all its guests and performers are safe.
"The security teams are being briefed now and they get that two to three times a day as they're planning for an event, so we're up to speed," The Plaza's spokesperson Sara Brady said.
People at the concert said they will be more mindful of what's happening around them.
"I'm more conscious. I do look around more. I do make sure I'm more aware of my surroundings and things like that, but I'm not going to change the way I live my life because of this kind of thing," said Neil Smith, who attended the concert Thursday night.
The Plaza Live's marquee read "Remembering Christina" and "Orlando United," serving as a symbol that the city will continue to stand together.
"This is a place of happiness, and I think all of us can use some happiness right now," Brady said. "I think if we get a little joy from the distractions around us, this is the place to be," Brady said.
Fans continue decorating makeshift memorial
Fans are still decorating a makeshift memorial out on the venue's sidewalk.
"It seemed like she really cared about her fans more than most celebrities normally do these days, and she seemed like a very nice person; and anyone that loved her, don't ever forget about her," Chiare Canale said.
Even Grimmie's former music producer, who was driving through town, said he needed to make a special stop.
"She was such an amazing talent and human being. So funny. I was devastated. So sad. I still can't believe it," Lukas Nathanson said.
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Some fans told News 6 they were disappointed the venue was already having its first show.
"I think that's kind of early to do. I feel like you should wait a lot longer, out of respect for the family, out of respect for her," Roberto Rivera said.
Others said while this was an isolated incident, safety during these types of events remain a concern.
"It's harder to discern actually what the right time is for you to open, but it feels like it was just yesterday. Would I let my son come here to a concert tonight? No," Holly Eby said.
Meanwhile, fans are making sure the singer will not be forgotten.
"I feel like her family and everyone that cares about her deserves to know that there's still people thinking about her," Canale said.