Spookymuffin said:

This business decision dosent make Prince a "fucking idiot". I'm not blinded by fandom, nor do I consider this artist some "messiah" nor you some "stereotyping idiot". [Let's leave racism out of this thread. That's not what this thread is all about snip - luv4u] He acts his age and people complain. Whatever.

Shorty said:

Because it's a nickname I've been calling him for years...Because it aint no biggie...Because he's a big boy....Because their is no malicious intent...Just a fan from back in the day talking shit and having fun...To me it's a term of endearment...

Graycap23 said:

First off: Get a sense of humor...


Secondly: If you've read any of my post in this thread, then you would see that I'm a very fair individual..In fact, I'm arguing that Prince operating a club in Sin City is an intelligent, business saavy idea...


Thirdly: Let's not turn this site into a MichaelJackson.com where I have to be worried about being pulled out of my bed at night because I've hurt someone's feelings in a particular post...As a height-challenged dude myself, I'm cool with throwing around such terms because they mean nothing to me...Hell, I refer to myself in such terms...Again, with all due respect (because it's all love) I suggest that you folks try not to worry about the feelings of a multi millionaire who doesn't know you from Adam...I'm a fan of the music and I think Prince stands as a music immortal...But if you can't understand that I'm having a fun and that "midget" is a term of endearment, then I'm sorry homie...
[Edited 11/3/06 9:21am]

txladykat said:

Txladykat:
I just called the Rio and this is how the lady on the phone broken it down to me if you paid $125.00 for the performance, and you decide you want a table without the dinner, see item #1:

THE FOLLOWING PRICES IS FOR FRIDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHTS ONLY:

1) $374.52 -For 2 people or couple for a table/bottle w/tax/gratuities included - does not include dinner or the ticket,the ticket is $125.00 and paid for separately.

Now the $374.52 is not bad provided two can split the money for the table if you are going with a friend.

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2) $694.00 - With Dinner/VIP tickets to the performance/table/w/bottle which includes tax and gratuities - for 2 people or a couple
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For Wednesdays it's $31.21 always whether there is a musical guest or not. It is advised that you call the Rio to see if they will have a musical guest that night or to check who the musical guest will be.
[Edited 11/3/06 10:19am]

silverandgold said:

thanks for the investigative work! Just what I thought, has to be two people. I fly solo to Prince shows, hubby doesn't understand.

murph said:

I was just asking.

JonnyApplesauce said:

Sorry, but when was this about racism?

RodeoSchro said:

It's a nightclub, so no one under 21.

Serena said:

looks like i gotta wait 4 more years....

MajesticOne89 said:

Prince will be gigging on cruise ships by then.

[Let's leave racism out of this thread. That's not what this thread is all about snip - luv4u]..

txladykat said:

You're welcome. Maybe one day you can talk him into going to one of these shows should it continue through 2007. Or maybe you can talk another fan into splitting a table with you when you get there. The lady said there's still some tables left if you're going next weekend.
[Edited 11/3/06 12:13pm]

silverandgold said:

husband went with me to houston musicology concert. he had fun, but i think he got all his enjoyment from watching me have so much fun, LOL. but, he already said in vegas...i am on my own and i can find him at the three card table when the show is over

txladykat said:

Oh ok, at least he's going with you to Vegas!

silverandgold said:

sucker better go, its our anniversary

we got married in vegas on jan 22nd last year, so have been planning for about 6 months now to go for our second anniversary. biggest factor is how much is our twins spring semester of college gonna run , gotta squeeze in around that fat check

u going?

From Ticketmaster:



That is music to my ears!

silverandgold said:

husband went with me to houston musicology concert. he had fun, but i think he got all his enjoyment from watching me have so much fun, LOL. but, he already said in vegas...i am on my own and i can find him at the three card table when the show is over

Genesia 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

I think it's so cool. I would love to take a trip to Vegas just to see him.

I don't follow Prince's personal life too much, but I would imagine he is trying to find an alternative to touring, but still reach as many of his fans as possible. Touring is such a grind for the artists and crew. Plus a lot of fans have to travel to see Prince anyway, his tour doesn't stop in their hometowns. So traveling to Vegas for some fans isn't all that bad. And there are all kinds of specials package deals to Vegas. I've seen Prince here in Austin, but I've never seen Janet or Madonna, for example. Even though I'm not a huge fan, I was moderately interested in seeing Madge, but after the price of tickets, travel, and lodging it was too expensive. I don't know if Janet is going to tour this time around, but for sure she won't be stopping here--probably Dallas if anywhere in Texas. At least with Prince's shows, the price doesn't seem to be too bad--well there are some options although I'm not so sure about the quality of the seating.

I think it's a great idea. I know some people think it's a a sort of "has-been" or "sell-out" thing to do, but I just don't look at it that way. I think once again, Prince is taking the initiative: he is not reduced to playing in Vegas; he is choosing to play there.
[Edited 11/4/06 5:40am]

chocolate1 said:

I didn't get the closing down e-mail but got this one. Figure? Ah well. America is to far from England!

estelle81 said:

Hell, I'm a short dude myself...It's just not that serious...

Seems funny to me. Clearly Vegas attracts millions of visitors every year who quite happily travel there, pay for hotels, gamble, and enjoy the sights and shows.

But reading the Org, it seems only a handful of fans here would be seen dead in Vegas and are bothering to go! Or can afford to go. From this I can only conclude your average Orger is a) not interested in glitzy holiday destinations or b) skint pretty much all the time.



For those that do go WE WANT DETAILED REPORTS IN THE CONCERT FORUM PEOPLE! TAKE NOTES IF NECESSARY!

Spookymuffin said:

This business decision dosent make Prince a "fucking idiot". I'm not blinded by fandom, nor do I consider this artist some "messiah" nor you some "stereotyping idiot". I dont know know exactly what you mean re: him cultivating some "rock star" image but [Let's leave racism out of this thread. That's not what this thread is all about snip - luv4u] He acts his age and people complain. Whatever.

metalorange said:

Vegas can actually be quite a cheap vacation, if you plan right and don't gamble your money away. I've never paid more than $350 for airfare and hotel for 3-4 nights. Hotels will often sell rooms at cheaper than their own cost just to get you in the door (as they are assuming you'll be giving them plenty on their casino floor, and most people do).
Something like this at last minute notice will break your bank, but with some time for proper planning, it can work out quite nice. Here's hoping this will go on for a while. I'll go out in a couple months.