Whoniverse Australia Tour - Prices!!

[Royd]

I think I saw an earlier comment about ticket pricing for the Whoniverse tour but I just checked out the details and, as a fan of such events, I'm somewhat shocked at the prices considering there's:


No VIP party
No personalized autographs allowed
No opportunity to obtain photograph or autograph tickets unless you're a Gold ($950) or Silver ($650) ticket holder


And guests are only on stage from 4:30pm! Crikey!

http://www.thehubproductions.com/Events/Whoniverse-The-Doctor-is-in/Whoniverse-Tickets/

[lordrycon]

It seems early this year people are going to have to make a choice. I can't see many that we be able to afford to hit Oz Comic-Con in March/April, Nova Melbourne in April and this Whoniverse show.

I'm already stretched due to Red Dwarf convention and Oztrek 10 on the 1st and 2nd of Feb, then saving for Nova Melb.

[mwf6171]

I think I saw an earlier comment about ticket pricing for the Whoniverse tour but I just checked out the details and, as a fan of such events, I'm somewhat shocked at the prices considering there's:


No VIP party
No personalized autographs allowed
No opportunity to obtain photograph or autograph tickets unless you're a Gold ($950) or Silver ($650) ticket holder


And guests are only on stage from 4:30pm! Crikey!

http://www.thehubproductions.com/Events/Whoniverse-The-Doctor-is-in/Whoniverse-Tickets/

Wow that seems insane! As a Whovian, I would be very upset at that price gouge. Who do you blame? The talent or the organization that is running the event. Each actor must be chartering a separate plane and have an entire hotel to themselves. :eek:

[Wrothy]

I think I saw an earlier comment about ticket pricing for the Whoniverse tour but I just checked out the details and, as a fan of such events, I'm somewhat shocked at the prices considering there's:


No VIP party
No personalized autographs allowed
No opportunity to obtain photograph or autograph tickets unless you're a Gold ($950) or Silver ($650) ticket holder


And guests are only on stage from 4:30pm! Crikey!

http://www.thehubproductions.com/Events/Whoniverse-The-Doctor-is-in/Whoniverse-Tickets/

And don't forget that only the Gold or Silver pass holder can be in the photograph. So no buying one high level pass and a couple of lower level passes and getting a family shot - you each have to fork out at least $650. That put the final nail in the coffin for Shanan and me.

[Royd]

I'll be interested to hear from anyone who does attend the event (whichever city) as to how well attended it was! Given the pricing and restrictions, it's difficult to see that there will be a huge response but I've been wrong often enough before :)

[Royd]

I was wrong - apparently we are not to think of this as a convention, it's a "theatre event" and the Gold & Silver tickets are like "back-stage passes" to meet the performers! (info from the Whoniverse Facebook page). Who knew!? ;)

[mez]

I don't think the prices are that unreasonable tbh. I do think they should do screenings and events during the day for the non gold/silver tickets. Saying all that, it's unlikely I'll go. I think the A/B/C are a little expensive but not that costly for an actors Q&A event but I'm not that interested in Matt Smith.

[lordrycon]

they will have no trouble selling out all those Gold and Silver tickets, there are a lot of extreme Who fans out there.

i do find the ticket prices a bit ridiculous though considering for the same price at NYCC '13 you could have met and had an auto/photo with Sylvester Stallone, an icon of cinema.

[lordrycon]

The Hub: We have received devastating news in the last 24 hours. Due to a personal emergency, Matt Smith has advised us he is no longer able to come to Australia at this time. We've looked into any and all options with regards to replacements, but unfortunately the only possible replacement we would consider sufficient would be another modern Doctor, and there are none available over these coming weeks. With Karen also unable to attend the second weekend, we feel we have no choice but to cancel the event. We are working to try to bring Matt, Karen and Arthur to future events, but in the meantime, Ticketek will be in touch regarding refunds.

Matt has provided us with the following statement at this time:
I am deeply saddened to have to advise that I will not be able to come to Australia for the Hub Productions' Whoniverse event. Although I wish it were otherwise, due to a personal family emergency it's not possible for me to leave England at this time. I truly regret the situation, and the disappointment it must be causing, but I'm hoping to be able to reschedule as soon as possible for the future; I look forward to see you all then.

We understand that many of you will be shattered by this news; please understand that as long-term Doctor Who fans ourselves, we are no less heartbroken.

As noted, Ticketek will be contacting all ticketholders directly in regards to refunds, and if any action is required on your part to obtain your refund. If you have any inquiries regarding your tickets in the meantime, you can contact Ticketek on 13 28 39.


wow this sucks hardcore for Who fans... my understanding is that tickets had sold quite well.

[Wrothy]

That is indeed a shame. The price was too steep for my liking, but I feel sorry for all those who had paid and were looking forward to the event.

[Royd]

Just been reading about it and believe me, I know how they feel and what they're going through having seen the outcry when Peter Dinklage cancelled last year at Supanova. Ouch :(

[lordrycon]

Just been reading about it and believe me, I know how they feel and what they're going through having seen the outcry when Peter Dinklage cancelled last year at Supanova. Ouch :(

My frustration came more so after Supanova last year, I'm not trying to open a can of worms here or anything but I was told by a reliable source that Nova knew of Peter Dinklage pulling out many weeks before letting the public know.

I'm not sure how public knowledge this information has become, I have heard others talk about it since then, but that was a move that was open to criticism as it felt dishonest.

In this instance I feel the negative feedback and threats that The Hub have been copping are totally uncalled for. Family emergencies happen to everyone at some point, just 99.9% of us arent high profile so it dosnt mean much to others, in this case I know I would honestly feel bad about not being able to come.

[Royd]

I can assure you that "many weeks" wasn't the case but whatever I say will be viewed dubiously *shrug*

My frustration came more so after Supanova last year, I'm not trying to open a can of worms here or anything but I was told by a reliable source that Nova knew of Peter Dinklage pulling out many weeks before letting the public know.

I'm not sure how public knowledge this information has become, I have heard others talk about it since then, but that was a move that was open to criticism as it felt dishonest.

In this instance I feel the negative feedback and threats that The Hub have been copping are totally uncalled for. Family emergencies happen to everyone at some point, just 99.9% of us arent high profile so it dosnt mean much to others, in this case I know I would honestly feel bad about not being able to come.

[lordrycon]

I can assure you that "many weeks" wasn't the case but whatever I say will be viewed dubiously *shrug*

not at all, I don't see why you would have any reason to be untruthful, I certainly wasn't trying to have a dig or anything of the sort.

If there info I was given is bogus then that's fine.

[Royd]

No problem, I guess I was being overly sensitive :)

not at all, I don't see why you would have any reason to be untruthful, I certainly wasn't trying to have a dig or anything of the sort.

If there info I was given is bogus then that's fine.

[lordrycon]

No problem, I guess I was being overly sensitive :)

I understand, sometimes it must seem like all you get is endless criticism when trying to do something great for fans. Hell, I get upset with all the criticism and I dont even have to deal with it lol

[mez]

The reason they don't announce guest cancellations straight away is so they can try to line up a replacement. It's easier to accept that actor A can't come when you hear that actor B is replacing them.

[lordrycon]

The reason they don't announce guest cancellations straight away is so they can try to line up a replacement. It's easier to accept that actor A can't come when you hear that actor B is replacing them.

I know that, but it wasnt what I was referring to... I was made aware of additional details that I have now been advised werent true.