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Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 10:14 am
by Phil J.
I've changed my ticket for Wembley, not in BLOCK A2 anymore. Now in A3 which is in the middle.

Also got Block B, row 2, for Birmingham. Closest i've ever got to the stage.

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 10:46 am
by Phil J.
This from the NIA, Birmingham website -
Fan Mail
If you would like to write to an artiste performing at one of our venues, you can do so care of the venue and we will pass it to the Tour Manager on the day of the show. We do receive a lot of fan mail and cannot guarantee that it will be acknowledged, nor can we guarantee return of any items sent in.

Cameras
PLEASE NOTE : The promoters of the concert or event will inform the Arena of their policy regarding the admission of cameras to their shows. It should not be assumed that any camera will be admitted, as their policy may change at short notice, and without prior notification, at the artists request. In these cases customers will be required to leave their cameras at the confiscation area, for collection after the show. Usually, professional type cameras (with interchangeable lenses) are not allowed in, with the exception of officially accredited photographers covering the event. Video cameras and audio recording equipment are very rarely let in, but often the Promoter will allow in small instamatic cameras. It has been known however, for all cameras to be banned at the request of the artiste. If you are planning to attend a concert in the future and would like to bring a camera with you, we would advise you contact us first, to ascertain what the camera policy will be for that show, to avoid disappointment on the night.
I'll contact them and see what the camera policy is.

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 11:17 am
by Kanta
Tickets booked for the National Indoor Arena, Birmingham - Block B in the 2nd row. :injure: :peacemaan:

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 11:25 am
by Nico_Noyau
Holy crap, so much awesome concerts, not so much money :(

Heh, I think I'll celebrate my birthday on my computer as it goes now, just looked the prices of the train/plane to get to Birmingham, with the concert place I have to spend 200€ :D

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 11:31 am
by Phil J.
Kanta wrote:Tickets booked for the National Indoor Arena, Birmingham - Block B in the 2nd row. :injure: :peacemaan:
You following me? We're in the same block/row.

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 12:49 pm
by Kanta
Nico_Noyau wrote:Holy crap, so much awesome concerts, not so much money :(

Heh, I think I'll celebrate my birthday on my computer as it goes now, just looked the prices of the train/plane to get to Birmingham, with the concert place I have to spend 200€ :D
Maybe, the tour will include France. I’ve been looking for an excuse to go back there. :nod:
Phil J. wrote:
Kanta wrote:Tickets booked for the National Indoor Arena, Birmingham - Block B in the 2nd row. :injure: :peacemaan:
You following me? We're in the same block/row.
:no:, unless you want me too. I just wanted the best seats available. 8)

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 2:40 pm
by Phil J.
Cameras
PLEASE NOTE : The promoters of the concert or event will inform the Arena of their policy regarding the admission of cameras to their shows. It should not be assumed that any camera will be admitted, as their policy may change at short notice, and without prior notification, at the artists request. In these cases customers will be required to leave their cameras at the confiscation area, for collection after the show. Usually, professional type cameras (with interchangeable lenses) are not allowed in, with the exception of officially accredited photographers covering the event. Video cameras and audio recording equipment are very rarely let in, but often the Promoter will allow in small instamatic cameras. It has been known however, for all cameras to be banned at the request of the artiste. If you are planning to attend a concert in the future and would like to bring a camera with you, we would advise you contact us first, to ascertain what the camera policy will be for that show, to avoid disappointment on the night.

I'll contact them and see what the camera policy is.
I've had the following email back from the NIA -
The only cameras allowed are small 35mm instamatics and digitals. However, this may vary with the promoters of a particular show so please double check with a customer service representative on the night of the performance.

Video recording equipment and professional cameras are strictly forbidden and will be confiscated if found to be in use.

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 2:46 pm
by CathyUK
so does that mean small handheld digitals are ok?
maybe I won't upgrade my camera to an SLR in the new year!

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 4:40 pm
by Kanta
Thanxs Phil for informing us for those who want to take photos from a camera. :D I suppose mobiles with a camera is out of the question. :P

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 5:33 pm
by Phil J.
Kanta wrote:Thanxs Phil for informing us for those who want to take photos from a camera. :D I suppose mobiles with a camera is out of the question. :P
I'm guessing camera phones are ok as they're not professional quality. Using video phones however is a no no, but just how they're going to tell the difference is anyones guess. And remember a complete camera ban could be enforced at any time.

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 5:37 pm
by Abi
Ok, it's official.. I am NOW EXCITED!!!!!!!! :D

http://www.men-arena.com/about/?page_id=1528


WOOHOO! :peacemaan:

Y'know, I don't care what he plays or how he plays it or who or what he plays it all with... :pwned:

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 5:57 pm
by jp8000
Abi wrote:Ok, it's official.. I am NOW EXCITED!!!!!!!! :D

http://www.men-arena.com/about/?page_id=1528
3: Jarre will be showcasing tracks from his groundbreaking back catalogue including Oxygene, Equinoxe, Rendezvous, Zoolook and Revolutions.
It looks like that etnicolor is on the playlist, after all

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 8:17 pm
by CathyUK
I think it's going to be one big party when everyone is up on their feet all the way through!!!
Not sure how I'm going to manage these next few months ... I'm so excited!

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 8:23 pm
by Dominc
Me and my Dad have had a disscussion, if he can get the tickets and somehow a way of transport without using his car, Me and my Dad might be at the show on May 23rd in Manchester.

OI!! Yes, this IS kind of URGENT!!!

Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 8:40 pm
by Abi
Apparently, there's an advert for the concerts in todays Daily Mail (page 69)

I only found out about this approx 5 minutes ago... so if someone can rush out and scan the advert... then I think the nail of reality can be somewhat hammered home....

edit: it's also been mentioned on Planet Rock Radio (not entirely sure of availability, but it can be listened to online)