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Printable silverandgold said: babynoz said: Well, my friend I think I'll wait for the reports too because the pricing structure has me thoroughly confused now.  Isel: Yes it's a club setting so he'll only be a few feet away. Babynoz: It's actually not that confusing. The prices listed is exactly how the lady over the phone at the Rio explained it and I called there twice just to make sure the info was accurate. So if you go with your husband and you take the package without the dinner and buy your tickets from ticketmaster, you'll pay $125.00 plus convenience fee - totalling about $143.35 for each ticket, so this is what it will cost with tickets from ticketmaster for the show, plus a table/wbottle for you and your husband (limit is 2 per table for one price): $374.52 - will get you table for two w/bottle(you pay just that one price) $286.70 <- 2 tickets for the show for you and your hubby (tktmaster and conv fee $650.52 - About total cost you'll have to pay for this; price does not include the dinner If you and your hubby takes the Dinner and show package (minimum 2 persons which includes: dinner/2 vip tkts/table/w/bottle) it will cost you $701.52 and you would have to make reservations directly through the Rio to get the Dinner package which includes everything. Then you have to think about the hotel and air reservations which is another dip in the pocket. [Edited 11/5/06 8:26am] Thanks Silver...I guess I'll go for the $125 deal and get myself a bran muffin. Prince, in you I found a kindred spirit...Rest In Paradise. | |
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Im sure glad my days of swingin on P's sack are long past...I aint goin to no Shitty Damn vegas to see anybody !!!!!  | |
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Steph07 said: Nooooo I can't gooooo
I'm only eighteen! This isn't fair. I'm more mature than an eighteen year old!!!!!Because I like Prince, that's why!! Ya know, I have quite a few extra years I'd be willing to give all you youngsters if I could!
Hopefully, you'll get to see him sometime soon after the Vegas gig is over, we need the new generation to carry on!  | |
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This is what I want to know:
Do they plan to put all the tickets for Prince's shows (meaning future shows) onsale all at the same time? I hope not, because then all the shows will be sold out months in advance. I hope they only go onsale at the beginning of each month, or at the end of each month. [Edited 11/5/06 15:48pm] | |
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correct me if i am wrong but you can get tickets here now....
http://www.3121-las-vegas...Ygodw0BzjA seems like they have a mistake though in the pricing.....kind of a crucial mistake | |
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pkidwell said: correct me if i am wrong but you can get tickets here now....
http://www.3121-las-vegas...Ygodw0BzjA seems like they have a mistake though in the pricing.....kind of a crucial mistake Not to them - they would be a ticket broker I believe. | |
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Serena said: Steph07 said: Nooooo I can't gooooo
I'm only eighteen! This isn't fair. I'm more mature than an eighteen year old!!!!!Because I like Prince, that's why!! Ya know, I have quite a few extra years I'd be willing to give all you youngsters if I could!
Hopefully, you'll get to see him sometime soon after the Vegas gig is over, we need the new generation to carry on! God, I remember thinking that when I was at the front trying to get into an ACT 1 aftershow in 93.....I could see the band setting up but I WAS DENIED.....only 20 at the time  "Paisley Park is in your Heart" | |
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pkidwell said: correct me if i am wrong but you can get tickets here now....
http://www.3121-las-vegas...Ygodw0BzjA seems like they have a mistake though in the pricing.....kind of a crucial mistake Yeah. I just got off the phone with the Rio box office. I'm told that they have about 30 tickets left. They weren't aware of the vegas.com link info that you included in your post. So those still wanting to go still have an opportunity. Still no tickets available beyond 11/10 and 11/11. Just sharing. Come here, babe.. yeah... | |
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So is it safe to say that this gig of Prince performing at The Rio is more than a 1 time thing? I won't be able to make it to the opening show, but I'm trying to get there soon. | |
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Serena said: moonshine said: Lets hope theres not a height restriction too , or Prince's ass isnt setting foot in the club . Bet the age restriction doesnt mean hes gonna start swearing in his live act again though Oh hardy har har, that's pretty funny. Let's hope there's an asshole restriction so you can't get in. As for the swearing part, give it up, he grew out of it, accept it and Let It Go. Prince grew out of swearing, but not you, eh? Neat trick. "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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silverandgold said: lovemachine said: Okay I'm a little confused. If you don't get VIP table does that mean that you are only allowed to stand in a special section of the club that may be further away from the stage? All of a sudden $125 wouldn't seem like such a good deal.
No, it just means that you're in standing room only. You can get a table for $374.52 w/a bottle for 2 people or a couple only (does not include dinner). That is separate from the ticket price of $125.00 that you have to pay to get in the door. This is what the person at the Rio told me. For Dinner/VIP tickets to get in the door/table w/bottle, she said it is $694.00 for 2 people or a couple - that would cover everything. That's a fucking rip-off. Prince and his music mean a lot to me, but not that much. Going homeless and hungry so a multi-millionaire can get clubbing money is not what I'd call a good idea. How can you people sit around and talk about 700 dollars like it's nothing?  "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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Serena said: Steph07 said: Nooooo I can't gooooo
I'm only eighteen! This isn't fair. I'm more mature than an eighteen year old!!!!!Because I like Prince, that's why!! Ya know, I have quite a few extra years I'd be willing to give all you youngsters if I could!
Hopefully, you'll get to see him sometime soon after the Vegas gig is over, we need the new generation to carry on! As far as I can see, Prince doesn't seem to be doing a whole lot to encourage a new generation of fans wihtt this Vegas stint. Let's see, these gigs are strictly 21 and over, strictly sold for parties of 2 or more, with a strictly enforced dress code (Why? you're going to a show to listen to music and have fun, not to church or dinner with granny. Aren't you? Who ever had fun in a pressed shirt and tie?) all with a ludicrously high price tag attached. Grown up shows with grown up prices.  "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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whats the dress code | |
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meow85 said: Serena said: Ya know, I have quite a few extra years I'd be willing to give all you youngsters if I could!
Hopefully, you'll get to see him sometime soon after the Vegas gig is over, we need the new generation to carry on! As far as I can see, Prince doesn't seem to be doing a whole lot to encourage a new generation of fans wihtt this Vegas stint. Let's see, these gigs are strictly 21 and over, strictly sold for parties of 2 or more, with a strictly enforced dress code (Why? you're going to a show to listen to music and have fun, not to church or dinner with granny. Aren't you? Who ever had fun in a pressed shirt and tie?) all with a ludicrously high price tag attached. Grown up shows with grown up prices. your post is funny ! you seem so miserable. | |
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chooseaname said: whats the dress code
i was wondering the same thing. | |
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wonder505 said: chooseaname said: whats the dress code
i was wondering the same thing. Found it: FOR PRINCE CLUB 3121 : Nightclub attire is required (No Jeans,Hats,etc etc Prince does not have a scheduled time that he will be performing | |
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chooseaname said: wonder505 said: i was wondering the same thing. Found it: FOR PRINCE CLUB 3121 : Nightclub attire is required (No Jeans,Hats,etc etc Prince does not have a scheduled time that he will be performing I saw that at ticketmaster I think, but does "nightclub attire" really mean no jeans? I understand the whole hats, sportswear, etc, but can't I show up in jeans and a nice shirt? Does anyone have any idea? | |
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meow85 said: Serena said: Oh hardy har har, that's pretty funny. Let's hope there's an asshole restriction so you can't get in. As for the swearing part, give it up, he grew out of it, accept it and Let It Go. Prince grew out of swearing, but not you, eh? Neat trick. Ummm...no, I swear like a truck driver but wtf does that have to do with whether Prince does or not? | |
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meow85 said: Serena said: Ya know, I have quite a few extra years I'd be willing to give all you youngsters if I could!
Hopefully, you'll get to see him sometime soon after the Vegas gig is over, we need the new generation to carry on! As far as I can see, Prince doesn't seem to be doing a whole lot to encourage a new generation of fans wihtt this Vegas stint. Let's see, these gigs are strictly 21 and over, strictly sold for parties of 2 or more, with a strictly enforced dress code (Why? you're going to a show to listen to music and have fun, not to church or dinner with granny. Aren't you? Who ever had fun in a pressed shirt and tie?) all with a ludicrously high price tag attached. Grown up shows with grown up prices. Geezus, this gig is probably going to last for less than a year. He did a huge tour in 2004 that was all ages, now it's time for us grown ups to have some fun in a nightclub with him. No where does it say shirt and tie, just that it's nice 'going out' wear. One thing I read said no jeans, but you might call the Rio and ask. Most all of those clubs have a dress code, nothing new. It's a night out on the town in Vegas, have fun and dress up a bit.  | |
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meow85 said: As far as I can see, Prince doesn't seem to be doing a whole lot to encourage a new generation of fans wihtt this Vegas stint. Let's see, these gigs are strictly 21 and over, strictly sold for parties of 2 or more, with a strictly enforced dress code (Why? you're going to a show to listen to music and have fun, not to church or dinner with granny. Aren't you? Who ever had fun in a pressed shirt and tie?) all with a ludicrously high price tag attached.
Grown up shows with grown up prices. I'm thinking the 21 & over and the dress code are more due to US law/the Rio, not Prince himself. I would guess that if they are planning to serve alcohol at the 3121 club, they have to keep it 21 & over. I think most places that are trying to cultivate a certain clientele have a dress code. If not, I could see people trying to show up straight from the pool in swimsuits and flip flops. 
And you can buy individual tickets for $125--the only time one has to purchase as least two tickets is to reserve a table; which again, could be the Rio's rule. Ten tables with 2 people each spend twice as much money as 10 single tops. 
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jone70 said: I'm thinking the 21 & over and the dress code are more due to US law/the Rio, not Prince himself. I would guess that if they are planning to serve alcohol at the 3121 club, they have to keep it 21 & over. I think most places that are trying to cultivate a certain clientele have a dress code. If not, I could see people trying to show up straight from the pool in swimsuits and flip flops.
And you can buy individual tickets for $125--the only time one has to purchase as least two tickets is to reserve a table; which again, could be the Rio's rule. Ten tables with 2 people each spend twice as much money as 10 single tops.
 Exactly!
Has anyone ever done one of these high-fallutin' table/bottle type of things at a club in Vegas before? I'm not a clubber, prefer casual neighborhood dives, so I have no idea if the table/bottle-only reservation price is comparable to other clubs or not. | |
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wonder505 said: meow85 said: As far as I can see, Prince doesn't seem to be doing a whole lot to encourage a new generation of fans wihtt this Vegas stint. Let's see, these gigs are strictly 21 and over, strictly sold for parties of 2 or more, with a strictly enforced dress code (Why? you're going to a show to listen to music and have fun, not to church or dinner with granny. Aren't you? Who ever had fun in a pressed shirt and tie?) all with a ludicrously high price tag attached. Grown up shows with grown up prices. your post is funny ! you seem so miserable.So what if I am? I think I have reason not to be thrilled. When I first heard about the Vegas idea, I was not overly happy. But I adjusted, and eventually thought the whole thing might be pretty cool. Then I heard about the prices, the stipulations, the dress codes. I'm supposed to be happy that younger fans get shut out of the experience; that you have to dress like you're going to church to get in; that it's $700? "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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Serena said: meow85 said: Prince grew out of swearing, but not you, eh? Neat trick. Ummm...no, I swear like a truck driver but wtf does that have to do with whether Prince does or not? Why defend the supposedly mature decision to stop cursing (a decision based on faulty logic, no less) if you continue the habit yourself?"A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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Serena said: Geezus, this gig is probably going to last for less than a year. He did a huge tour in 2004 that was all ages, now it's time for us grown ups to have some fun in a nightclub with him. Why should it be adults only? I am old enough to go to these if I could, but why not let the younger fans in? Nightclubs all over the place hold all ages shows, so it's not like that wasn't an option. No where does it say shirt and tie, just that it's nice 'going out' wear. One thing I read said no jeans, but you might call the Rio and ask. Most all of those clubs have a dress code, nothing new. It's a night out on the town in Vegas, have fun and dress up a bit. from Ticketmaster: Upscale Nightclub attire required Maybe that's a miscommunication or misunderstanding on my part, but here "upscale nightclub attire" is pretty much understood to mean shirt and tie for the boys, dress and heels for the girls. Basically what the club-goers in the Musicology vid were donning. Dressing up for an occasion or a gig can be lots of fun, but having to dress up is stupid. What's this, class picture day in grade school? "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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jone70 said: meow85 said: As far as I can see, Prince doesn't seem to be doing a whole lot to encourage a new generation of fans wihtt this Vegas stint. Let's see, these gigs are strictly 21 and over, strictly sold for parties of 2 or more, with a strictly enforced dress code (Why? you're going to a show to listen to music and have fun, not to church or dinner with granny. Aren't you? Who ever had fun in a pressed shirt and tie?) all with a ludicrously high price tag attached.
Grown up shows with grown up prices. I'm thinking the 21 & over and the dress code are more due to US law/the Rio, not Prince himself. I would guess that if they are planning to serve alcohol at the 3121 club, they have to keep it 21 & over. I think most places that are trying to cultivate a certain clientele have a dress code. If not, I could see people trying to show up straight from the pool in swimsuits and flip flops.
And you can buy individual tickets for $125--the only time one has to purchase as least two tickets is to reserve a table; which again, could be the Rio's rule. Ten tables with 2 people each spend twice as much money as 10 single tops.
Clubs all over the place have all-ages shows, with those old enough providing ID and getting a drink card or stamp or whichever. It's done all the time. No reason this can't be either.
And I don't see 125 as a reasonable price, either. Considerably better than the deal, but still not reasonable. "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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$125 and a dress code keeps the $10 fools out of the club. 
...I read lots of haters bashing this venture for many different reasons (price, location, sellout?). ...The tickets are pricey but not too much when you consider what Cirque De Sole (spell?) or some other live performer gets in Vegas. I feel confident that Prince will out-entertain any other Vegas musical act so I spent money on tix without even thinking resaonably. My rationalization: Las Vegas is a major U.S. city with an energy that is 'on hit' every weekend. I call that FUN! ...Also - some have already pointed out that P is paving the way for acts such as Goapele (I love her), Mint Condition, and others who might not otherwise get a chance to shine at such a venue. ...The bonus is that the Rio is also a really nice Hotel with great food and plenty of parking. To me - this is a WIN-WIN. Anyone who has followed Prince's career knows this is simply his 'now experience'. Check back in 2008 and see if he isn't doing something completely different. ...One final thought - let's judge more after he actually does the first shows. Would you that are crying 'sellout' - still do so if Prince played a setlist of unreleased or rare songs? What if he invites some of said guests onstage and jams impromtu? That wouldn't be a sellout to me. 
I am going to Saturday night's show with my wife. If it is 'cheesey-Vegas' and full of medley's and cliches - I'll admit it next week. Until then - I am excited and I have something to look forward to. That alone is worth something. | |
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meow85 said: jone70 said: I'm thinking the 21 & over and the dress code are more due to US law/the Rio, not Prince himself. I would guess that if they are planning to serve alcohol at the 3121 club, they have to keep it 21 & over. I think most places that are trying to cultivate a certain clientele have a dress code. If not, I could see people trying to show up straight from the pool in swimsuits and flip flops.
And you can buy individual tickets for $125--the only time one has to purchase as least two tickets is to reserve a table; which again, could be the Rio's rule. Ten tables with 2 people each spend twice as much money as 10 single tops.
Clubs all over the place have all-ages shows, with those old enough providing ID and getting a drink card or stamp or whichever. It's done all the time. No reason this can't be either.
And I don't see 125 as a reasonable price, either. Considerably better than the deal, but still not reasonable. Yeah, but this is Vegas. You can't do anything in Vegas unless you're 21, really. I know it sucks for underage folks, but that's just the way it is. |
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bobsteezy said: $125 and a dress code keeps the $10 fools out of the club.
...I read lots of haters bashing this venture for many different reasons (price, location, sellout?). ...The tickets are pricey but not too much when you consider what Cirque De Sole (spell?) or some other live performer gets in Vegas. I feel confident that Prince will out-entertain any other Vegas musical act so I spent money on tix without even thinking resaonably. My rationalization: Las Vegas is a major U.S. city with an energy that is 'on hit' every weekend. I call that FUN! ...Also - some have already pointed out that P is paving the way for acts such as Goapele (I love her), Mint Condition, and others who might not otherwise get a chance to shine at such a venue. ...The bonus is that the Rio is also a really nice Hotel with great food and plenty of parking. To me - this is a WIN-WIN. Anyone who has followed Prince's career knows this is simply his 'now experience'. Check back in 2008 and see if he isn't doing something completely different. ...One final thought - let's judge more after he actually does the first shows. Would you that are crying 'sellout' - still do so if Prince played a setlist of unreleased or rare songs? What if he invites some of said guests onstage and jams impromtu? That wouldn't be a sellout to me.
I am going to Saturday night's show with my wife. If it is 'cheesey-Vegas' and full of medley's and cliches - I'll admit it next week. Until then - I am excited and I have something to look forward to. That alone is worth something. Yep.  I'm a hater because I'm not licking Prince's ass at the mere thought of this venture.
I'm sorry everybody, I forgot I was in Music & More: the Place where You Leave Your Sanity at the Door. If you're not jumping to bear his children at every silly idea he has, you're a hater. Much apologies. In all fairness, if the reviews come back good I'm completely willing to take back what I said about the entire thing being a stupid idea. But no matter how good, my stance on the dress code and price won't change. "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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CarrieMpls said: meow85 said: Clubs all over the place have all-ages shows, with those old enough providing ID and getting a drink card or stamp or whichever. It's done all the time. No reason this can't be either.
And I don't see 125 as a reasonable price, either. Considerably better than the deal, but still not reasonable. Yeah, but this is Vegas. You can't do anything in Vegas unless you're 21, really. I know it sucks for underage folks, but that's just the way it is. Which goes back to why Vegas is not a good city to set up camp in. Not that he needs to play Disneyland. (but that would be fun if he did )"A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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meow85 said: bobsteezy said: $125 and a dress code keeps the $10 fools out of the club.
...I read lots of haters bashing this venture for many different reasons (price, location, sellout?). ...The tickets are pricey but not too much when you consider what Cirque De Sole (spell?) or some other live performer gets in Vegas. I feel confident that Prince will out-entertain any other Vegas musical act so I spent money on tix without even thinking resaonably. My rationalization: Las Vegas is a major U.S. city with an energy that is 'on hit' every weekend. I call that FUN! ...Also - some have already pointed out that P is paving the way for acts such as Goapele (I love her), Mint Condition, and others who might not otherwise get a chance to shine at such a venue. ...The bonus is that the Rio is also a really nice Hotel with great food and plenty of parking. To me - this is a WIN-WIN. Anyone who has followed Prince's career knows this is simply his 'now experience'. Check back in 2008 and see if he isn't doing something completely different. ...One final thought - let's judge more after he actually does the first shows. Would you that are crying 'sellout' - still do so if Prince played a setlist of unreleased or rare songs? What if he invites some of said guests onstage and jams impromtu? That wouldn't be a sellout to me.
I am going to Saturday night's show with my wife. If it is 'cheesey-Vegas' and full of medley's and cliches - I'll admit it next week. Until then - I am excited and I have something to look forward to. That alone is worth something. Yep. I'm a hater because I'm not licking Prince's ass at the mere thought of this venture.
I'm sorry everybody, I forgot I was in Music & More: the Place where You Leave Your Sanity at the Door. If you're not jumping to bear his children at every silly idea he has, you're a hater. Much apologies. In all fairness, if the reviews come back good I'm completely willing to take back what I said about the entire thing being a stupid idea. But no matter how good, my stance on the dress code and price won't change.  Please....kiddo...calm down"not a fan"  yeah...ok | |
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