ElectricRelaxed said:

Has this happened to anyone?

I emailed ticketmaster and asked one simple question Are there refunds for the Dec 15th show?

They email me 2 days later (today) saying your concert tickets were canceled and you have been given a refund. I was shocked all I asked was a question and I was given a refund, I didn't even know they give refunds my email. I might just have to go to the Jan 18th

You should have inquired if you were entitled to the presale password for tomorrow's presale, at 10am for those who purchased tix for the 12/14 show, to have first dibs for the 1/18/11 show.

[Edited 12/7/10 18:14pm]

u have to redeem the tix to the 15th by 8pm est or they will refund you in 7-10 days...thats what the rep emailed to me

Just got decent tix for the 17th--so I'll be going after all! NJ here I come and I get to see NYC also. Gonna be fun. I'll just pray for good weather!

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[Edited 12/27/10 22:18pm]

I am concerned that there are still way too many good seats available for both Wednesday and Friday. I was able to exchange my Friday tickets yesterday for two in section 123 row 2, probably some of the best seats in the place and the rest of that row is available this morning if you choose eight tickets. Still lots of floor seats on the front side of the stage too. What is going on with NJ, especially the Friday night show. It seems these shows just are not selling and there is only a week to go. Looks like they made a huge mistake with NJ. It will be interesting to see how the MSG show sells between today and Friday when they go on sale to everyone, hopefully it will sell out like the others. EVEN PRINCE NEEDS TO REALIZE HE NEEDS PROMOTION TO SELL OUT MULTIPLE SHOWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Edited 12/8/10 4:38am]

ficktyt said:

I am concerned that there are still way too many good seats available for both Wednesday and Friday. I was able to exchange my Friday tickets yesterday for two in section 123 row 2, probably some of the best seats in the place and the rest of that row is available this morning if you choose eight tickets. Still lots of floor seats on the front side of the stage too. What is going on with NJ, especially the Friday night show. It seems these shows just are not selling and there is only a week to go. Looks like they made a huge mistake with NJ. It will be interesting to see how the MSG show sells today, hopefully it will sell out like the others.

I don't understand why it's such a big deal that the shows are sold out or not.... as long as it's not completely empty...

NJ got screwed by getting week nights.

Even on a Friday night, people have to rush home for work. The shows are supposed to start at 7:30. Those who work a 9-5 would have to rush home, change, grab something to eat, and try to get there....

ex: A friend of mine works all the way down in Princeton. He's taking a 1/2 day to be able to get to my house... and then it will take another 45 minutes to get to the show.

I'm lucky because I get out at 2:30, otherwise I'd be doing the same.

I agree that it's not a big deal if they completely sell out, but the fact that great floor or just off the floor seats are being released by someone or some corporation and not being picked up right away is a big deal. These great seats have been released since Monday when I initiated my exchange. Every show can't be a Saturday or Sunday night. The other MSG show on the 29th is in the middle of the week and still sold out right away. The fact that you can choose 8 tickets on Ticketmaster with just over a week to go and get 8 of the best seats in the house is simply not a good sign, even if they were released later. I guess my fear is they cancel another show.

chocolate1 said:

ficktyt said:

I am concerned that there are still way too many good seats available for both Wednesday and Friday. I was able to exchange my Friday tickets yesterday for two in section 123 row 2, probably some of the best seats in the place and the rest of that row is available this morning if you choose eight tickets. Still lots of floor seats on the front side of the stage too. What is going on with NJ, especially the Friday night show. It seems these shows just are not selling and there is only a week to go. Looks like they made a huge mistake with NJ. It will be interesting to see how the MSG show sells today, hopefully it will sell out like the others.

I don't understand why it's such a big deal that the shows are sold out or not.... as long as it's not completely empty...

NJ got screwed by getting week nights.

Even on a Friday night, people have to rush home for work. The shows are supposed to start at 7:30. Those who work a 9-5 would have to rush home, change, grab something to eat, and try to get there....

ex: A friend of mine works all the way down in Princeton. He's taking a 1/2 day to be able to get to my house... and then it will take another 45 minutes to get to the show.

I'm lucky because I get out at 2:30, otherwise I'd be doing the same.

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[Edited 12/8/10 4:56am]

Does anyone have the presale password for Jan 18. Much appreciated

Something is truly going on .. A co worker of mine won her tickets off a NY radio station. They gave her the option of choosing what show she wanted to go to. When she went to pick up her tickets they could not give her the seats to a NY show since they are all sold out. To compensate they gave her 2 extra tickets for a Jersey show on 12/17 - when has anyone ever heard of a radio station giving away more than what someone won????? ( And yes I saw the 4 tickets with my own 2 eyes so she is not lying)

ElectricRelaxed said:

Does anyone have the presale password for Jan 18. Much appreciated

its one time use different for rveryone who had tix to 12/14. there is a livenation/msg insider presale tomorrow....same password for everyone

Where can you go to exchange tickets? You can orgnote me the info.

purplemookiebut said:

Just got the Live Nation email about the pre-sale. Password is "tribute" Good luck everyone.

Ya'll on here are making me nervous about the Dec. 15 and 17 dates... I'm sending out prayers and not stating what I'm nervous about...what happened on the 14th! :superstitious knock on wood:

purplethunder3121 said:

Ya'll on here are making me nervous about the Dec. 15 and 17 dates... I'm sending out prayers and not stating what I'm nervous about...what happened on the 14th! :superstitious knock on wood:

Hopefully they realize that cancelling those two with a week left would be a really bad idea!

Just did a second exchange for Friday night show. Moved from section 11 row H to section 11 row D. My row H seats should be available if anyone is looking. Also a row A on the backside as a single. Grab them!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Anyone notice they removed all the Purple VIP package choices from the IZOD shows? I guess the $750 seats were sold and they did away with the $500 seats, selling them all at the regular price.

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ficktyt said:

Just did a second exchange for Friday night show. Moved from section 11 row H to section 11 row D. My row H seats should be available if anyone is looking. Also a row A on the backside as a single. Grab them!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Anyone notice they removed all the Purple VIP package choices from the IZOD shows? I guess the $750 seats were sold and they did away with the $500 seats, selling them all at the regular price.

[Edited 12/8/10 18:27pm]

I moved from Section 120 to Section 2 earlier.

chocolate1 said:

ficktyt said:

Just did a second exchange for Friday night show. Moved from section 11 row H to section 11 row D. My row H seats should be available if anyone is looking. Also a row A on the backside as a single. Grab them!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Anyone notice they removed all the Purple VIP package choices from the IZOD shows? I guess the $750 seats were sold and they did away with the $500 seats, selling them all at the regular price.

[Edited 12/8/10 18:27pm]

I moved from Section 120 to Section 2 earlier.

Same here--not moving again! No news in this case is good news! LOL

I'm really upset the show was canceled for the 14th. Would've hoped the people for the canceled show would've been accommodated a lot better then getting seats way higher then where I was originally seated. It's been 6 years of no Prince in NJ, when he finally comes this happens. Whew this will be a first. Mainly due to medical conditions I've sustained now where we were was perfect now that I'm using a walker to walk around with. I can't do NY.

[Edited 12/8/10 20:11pm]

Question said:

I'm really upset the show was canceled for the 14th. Would've hoped the people for the canceled show would've been accommodated a lot better then getting seats way higher then where I was originally seated. It's been 6 years of no Prince in NJ, when he finally comes this happens. Whew this will be a first. Mainly due to medical conditions I've sustained now where we were was perfect now that I'm using a walker to walk around with. I can't do NY.

[Edited 12/8/10 20:11pm]

You still may be able to simply exchange your ticket for the 15th again if you don't like the seat you were assigned or to the 17th... It is worth a try!

Question said:

I'm really upset the show was canceled for the 14th. Would've hoped the people for the canceled show would've been accommodated a lot better then getting seats way higher then where I was originally seated.

It's been 6 years of no Prince in NJ, when he finally comes this happens. Whew this will be a first. Mainly due to medical conditions I've sustained now where we were was perfect now that I'm using a walker to walk around with. I can't do NY.

If people have already purchased lower seats, they are no longer available. So when the first show was cancelled, they are trying to fill in what is left. They can't bump someone else...

But did you call Ticketmaster? All venues are required to have seating for guests with special circumstances.

Call IZOD first to see what's available, then be persistent with Ticketmaster. It's worth a try.

Question said:

I'm really upset the show was canceled for the 14th. Would've hoped the people for the canceled show would've been accommodated a lot better then getting seats way higher then where I was originally seated. It's been 6 years of no Prince in NJ, when he finally comes this happens. Whew this will be a first. Mainly due to medical conditions I've sustained now where we were was perfect now that I'm using a walker to walk around with. I can't do NY.

[Edited 12/8/10 20:11pm]

I went to the "Help" section on the ticketmaster page, regarding "Accessible Seating" to find out info on this situation: You have to call them to request accessible seating at 201-935-3900. Some venues prefer you call for accessible seating, and the IZOD Center is one of them according to the information on the (Sent you an orgnote.)

TICKETMASTER INSTRUCTIONS FOR REQUESTING Accessible Seating at events:

When you start to purchase tickets, if you look to your right, just above where it says "Full Price Ticket" you will see the "Request Accessible Tickets" box in the corner, and when you click on it, will direct you from there. Some venues request that you speak to one of their representatives. Apparently, that is the policy for the IZOD Center. See following instructions:

IZOD CENTER POLICY FOR ACCESSIBLE SEATING

To better accommodate your needs, IZOD Center has requested that all accessible seating ticket accommodations be solicited only through their representatives. Please contact an IZOD Center representative for further help with your ticket purchase.* Advance ticket purchase may be required.

* Box office information is subject to change.

Telephone Number(s):

For inquiries or requests regarding accessible seating please call the box office at 201-935-3900.

Service Hours:

Monday - Saturday: 11am-6pm Sunday: Closed (unless there is an event)

ACCESSIBLE SEATING AT MADISON SQUARE GARDENS

Wheelchair seating is reserved for the exclusive use of disabled patrons and their guests and the purchase or use of these seating locations by non-disabled individuals is strictly prohibited and can result in ejection and/or forfeiture of ticket price. If the disabled individual cannot attend an event for which he/she has purchased tickets, call the Disabled Services Department prior to the event taking place for further instructions.

MADISON SQUARE GARDEN WHEELCHAIR SEATING POLICY:

You may choose from two types of Accessible seating: Wheelchair or Wheelchair Transfer.

Only one Wheelchair (your wheelchair used as seat) with one companion ticket can be purchased per transaction. Only one Wheelchair Transfer (transfer from your wheelchair to an aisle seat) with one companion ticket can be purchased per transaction. Any additional companion seats must be purchased in a separate transaction using the Standard Admission.

Tickets for people with accessible needs, subject to availability, may be purchased in several ways:

1) Order Online - To order online:
a) Get to the order form for the event you wish to purchase.
b) When the order form is displayed, choose the type (Wheelchair OR Wheelchair Transfer) and quantity (1 or 2) of tickets you desire.
c) Select the section and delivery method, then press the "Look for Tickets" Button.

2) Call Ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000.

3) Call Madison Square Garden's Accessible Services Department at (212)465-6034.

4) Visit Madison Square Garden's Box Office.

For additional information regarding accessing Madison Square Garden or to request any other accommodations, please call Madison Square Garden's Disabled Services Department at (212) 465-6034 any weekday between 9:30am-4:30pm.

Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) devices are available upon request.
ADA tickets are not available via Ticketmaster Outlets.

Telephone Number(s):

Inquiries or requests concerning accessibility should be directed to the Accessible Services Department for Madison Square Garden at 212-465-6034.

Service Hours:

Monday - Friday, between the hours of 9:30am and 4:30pm.

[Edited 12/9/10 6:54am]

looks like no VIP tix being sold today. Any updates from the lovely Ticketdisaster?

Thanks.

How did everyone make out this morning? Looks to be selling very well.

Just bought 3 tickets for section 203, does anyone know if those are ok? Never went to MSG before. How did everyone else make out.

Not bad, nice angle and facing the front side of the state. You can go to the MSG website and actually choose that section and see the view. Be sure to pick basketball as the layout so you will see the view toward the center.

ElectricRelaxed said:

Just bought 3 tickets for section 203, does anyone know if those are ok? Never went to MSG before. How did everyone else make out.

ficktyt said:

Not bad, nice angle and facing the front side of the state. You can go to the MSG website and actually choose that section and see the view. Be sure to pick basketball as the layout so you will see the view toward the center.

ElectricRelaxed said:

Just bought 3 tickets for section 203, does anyone know if those are ok? Never went to MSG before. How did everyone else make out.

Wow thanks i didnt know to pick the basketball layout, you're waiting for VIP ticket?

ElectricRelaxed said:

ficktyt said:

Not bad, nice angle and facing the front side of the state. You can go to the MSG website and actually choose that section and see the view. Be sure to pick basketball as the layout so you will see the view toward the center.

Wow thanks i didnt know to pick the basketball layout, you're waiting for VIP ticket?

Here's the virtual seating chart:

http://www.thegarden.com/...index.html

on hold with TM now trying to get clarification on VIP sale, no way they are gong for $200? Not after paying $750 for 12/18 & 12/29??? Already lost the one's from 12/14 and never rec'd the specail p/w that everyone else rec'd.

Let us know what happens, seems they got rid of them for the IZOD shows and at least sold the $500 VIP seats at the regular price, however, the MSG ones seemed to sell out. They will probably offer them and see what happens.

rickyprynce said:

on hold with TM now trying to get clarification on VIP sale, no way they are gong for $200? Not after paying $750 for 12/18 & 12/29??? Already lost the one's from 12/14 and never rec'd the specail p/w that everyone else rec'd.