Initial dates have been announced for Shakira’s 2010 world tour to support “She Wolf,” her latest album released last year. The outing will be the singer’s first return to North America since 2006.

The trek will kick off at Madison Square Garden in New York City on September 21. At this point, the only other confirmed appearances are for a Houston concert on October 8 and Los Angeles appearance on October 23. According to Shakira’s publicist, more dates are going to be announced shortly.

Members of Shakira’s fan club will have first chance to buy tickets for the three announced shows during a pre-sale exclusive event. It started on May 3. Starting on March 4 Citi card members will be given pre-sale ticket access. Shakira’s official website contains additional ticket sales information.

On May 7, the general public will be able to purchase tickets. According to a recent press release, Shakira is setting aside limited numbers of seats at each venue to be priced at $9.50 to help ensure that tickets are affordable for all the fans.

Shakira continues to support “She Wolf” her set from last year, sixth studio album overall, and third English language record. The album peaked on Billboard’s 200 chart at No. 15. In Spain and several countries in Latin American it has reached platinum or gold status.

In February, the most recent single from the album, “Gypsy,” hit radio airwaves. The song’s video, directed by Jaume De Laiguana, longtime collaborator of Shakira’s, features the singer cavorting with Rafael Nadal, the Spanish tennis star.

Shakira said, it was a great experience shooting the video along with Rafa. He’s very sweet. It was fun and easy. We have a lot in common. We both started so young with our careers and traveled the world. I thought that would translate the song lyrics’ spirit. I was thrilled that he wanted to participate in it.

2010 Shakira Concert Tour
September 2010
17 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena?21 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden??October 2010
1 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center
2 – San Antonio, TX – AT&T Center?8 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
15 – San Diego, CA – San Diego Sports Arena
22 – Oakland, CA – Oracle Arena?23 – Los Angeles, CA – Staples Center
25 – Anaheim, CA – Honda Center
29 – Chicago, IL – Allstate Arena

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