Wanna book Stevie for a private party??

[MoonChilde]

I was just surfing the net and found this site..If anyone has enough cash ,looks like these are the people to contact to book Stevie and others..
http://www.grabow.biz/HighBudgetSpecialEvents/index.html

[seeker007nmss]

I was just surfing the net and found this site..If anyone has enough cash ,looks like these are the people to contact to book Stevie and others..
http://www.grabow.biz/HighBudgetSpecialEvents/index.html

Okay. lets pass the hat around and see if we can raise enough to get her to do a Ledgie concert. (I bet we can even Make the set list!) :nod: I donate the first $10.00 (recouping from christmas)

[SuzeQuze]

Okay. lets pass the hat around and see if we can raise enough to get her to do a Ledgie concert. (I bet we can even Make the set list!) :nod: I donate the first $10.00 (recouping from christmas)

Hmm, at that rate we would need one thousand Ledgies to raise 10k. I don't even think that would be enough. Let's bring this subject up again when folks have recovered from Christmas. Let's say, in August? :laugh:

[Enchanted_Stevi]

I will donate $100.00

[Johnny Stew]

Let's bring this subject up again when folks have recovered from Christmas. Let's say, in August? :laugh:Like I've mentioned before, my birthday is in September... so if anyone's looking for a gift.... ;) :laugh:

[MoonChilde]

Well...When I win the lottery..Ill book us all a great party!!..lol...A girl can dream right??

[sparky]

If 50 ledgies have 3 grand a piece I bet we could make something happen.
Okay, maybe 3100. I could get a small room in LA with well drinks and food for about 5 grand.

[dissention]

Ooooooh! For all that money, do you think Stevie would sing Dreams, Enchanted, Gold Dust Woman, Rhiannon, Stand Back, Landslide, and Edge of Seventeen? What a dream that would be!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[SuzeQuze]

Ooooooh! For all that money, do you think Stevie would sing Dreams, Enchanted, Gold Dust Woman, Rhiannon, Stand Back, Landslide, and Edge of Seventeen? What a dream that would be!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Who peed in your Cheerios?

[reebokandlace]

If 50 ledgies have 3 grand a piece I bet we could make something happen.
Okay, maybe 3100. I could get a small room in LA with well drinks and food for about 5 grand.

Yeah - the last I heard Stevie was $150,000 a night. 100 Ledgies at a $1500 each would be plausible. I mean how many people paid $1000 to see her at AZ heart benefit?? And this would be much more intimate!!

Although I am sure those 150 people would not invite other non paying Ledgies to attend...I guess that just wouldn't be fair.

[sparky]

Ooooooh! For all that money, do you think Stevie would sing Dreams, Enchanted, Gold Dust Woman, Rhiannon, Stand Back, Landslide, and Edge of Seventeen? What a dream that would be!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Imagine that cat fight that would erupt over what songs we would request. Brilliant.

[SortaSavageLike]

I would. But I'm not Jewish.

[Sahara]

Ooooooh! For all that money, do you think Stevie would sing Dreams, Enchanted, Gold Dust Woman, Rhiannon, Stand Back, Landslide, and Edge of Seventeen? What a dream that would be!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Sod that! We'd have her sing EVERYTHING!! :blob2: :nod:

And you'd have to invite everyone .... *pleading puppy dog eyes* Ye wouldn't leave us out in the cold, would you? :rolleyes:

[GypsyAsh]

Hell, I'll sell a kidney.

[Enchanted_Stevi]

Hell, I'll sell a kidney.

HAHAHA...nice

[UnwindedDreams]

I'd donate about 2,000...seriously...

[jannieC]

Sod that! We'd have her sing EVERYTHING!! :blob2: :nod:


Poor Stevie- she'd be exhausted and we wouldn't let her stop. You WILL sing some more- you're not done until WE say you're done!

[Sahara]

Hell, I'll sell a kidney.

I'll sell both mine! ...*considers* Hang on a sec ..... Maybe not.


Poor Stevie- she'd be exhausted and we wouldn't let her stop. You WILL sing some more- you're not done until WE say you're done!


Oh don't worry, we'd let her rest. In the meantime she can amuse us with stories from her life and the world of showbiz, focussing especially on a Mr Buckingham we all love ... :lol:

We'll be there about a week ... I'm not complaining!:rolleyes:

[dissention]

Who peed in your Cheerios?

:laugh:

"Whizzed in your Wheaties" has a better ring to it.

Imagine that cat fight that would erupt over what songs we would request. Brilliant.

It's one concert I'd pass up. People requesting When I See You Again, Sister Honey, The Nightmare, Unconditional Love, etc. Fug me.

[UnwindedDreams]

Setlist:
Wild Heart
The Forest of the Black Roses
Kind of Woman
One More Big Time Rock And Roll Star
Street Angel
Ooh My Love
Long Distance Winner
Thousand Days
Nightbird
Blue Lamp
Battle of The Dragon
Gold
Long Way To Go
Sable On Blond
Rhiannon(long Piano Version)
Sisters of the Moon

...We'd have to be rich to see this!:lol:

[Sahara]

Setlist:
Wild Heart
The Forest of the Black Roses
Kind of Woman
One More Big Time Rock And Roll Star
Street Angel
Ooh My Love
Long Distance Winner
Thousand Days
Nightbird
Blue Lamp
Battle of The Dragon
Gold
Long Way To Go
Sable On Blond
Rhiannon(long Piano Version)
Sisters of the Moon

...We'd have to be rich to see this!:lol:

Plus everything else. She's ever done. Ever!


Ah, it's so much fun to imagine this.... it's like a lovely big dream....

[UnwindedDreams]

Could it really happen?...is this site a spoof?

[Sahara]

Could it really happen?...is this site a spoof?

I don't know. I bet it could happen, hypothetically ... but I don't think it ever will.

Gas though it would be...

[EveryHour]

Hell, I'll sell a kidney.

:laugh:

I'm on the phone right now for an interview to sell my eggs...........

[EnchantedSLN]

It's one concert I'd pass up. People requesting When I See You Again, Sister Honey, The Nightmare, Unconditional Love, etc. Fug me.

Hehe. Hey, the only one of those I'd even remotely like to see is WISYA. I totally maintain that a stripped down acoustic version with Lindsey on guitar, and fewer "whatsamaatabaybay"s would be pretty sweet.

We'd let you have Storms & Sable on Blond. I don't think anybody would fight you on those!

[Johnny Stew]

Ooooooh! For all that money, do you think Stevie would sing Dreams, Enchanted, Gold Dust Woman, Rhiannon, Stand Back, Landslide, and Edge of Seventeen? What a dream that would be!!!!!!!!!!!!!Since I haven't seen Stevie live in over 15 years, I'd be thrilled to hear those songs. :nod:

It's one concert I'd pass up.My dear Statler (or are you Waldorf?), you're assuming we'd invite you! ;) :xoxo:

(P.S., You can bet your sweet bippy that I would request "When I See You Again"!)

[Janis_no1]

:laugh:

I'm on the phone right now for an interview to sell my eggs...........


:laugh: :laugh:

Well guys im in for the $$... though i shall also have to come up with more than that just to cover my flight accom etc over to the states!

Guys... i shall also say that stevie will want a stunning dressing room, all equipment , lighting and a team to overdub her vocals before we listen to them..... :D so the $$ is increasing

:sorry: just couldn't help myself with that last part!

[Phoenix]

Who peed in your Cheerios?


:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Cha CHING! This is the funniest post ever. Im in to sell a kidney too! As long as I hear a version of Crystal........

[SuzeQuze]

:laugh:

"Whizzed in your Wheaties" has a better ring to it.



It's one concert I'd pass up. People requesting When I See You Again, Sister Honey, The Nightmare, Unconditional Love, etc. Fug me.

No way! Are you kidding? I really don't think those are the songs the dyed-in-the-wool fans will be asking for! It will be more like, The Dealer, Julia, Nightbird, Sable on Blonde, the great songs that everyone loves.

"Whizzed in your Wheaties" is bloody perfect! :lol:

[SuzeQuze]

:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Cha CHING! This is the funniest post ever. Im in to sell a kidney too! As long as I hear a version of Crystal........

:xoxo: I think Crystal is a perfect choice. If you haven't noticed already, our Diss is very cynical about Stevie's shows!

[Sahara]

No way! Are you kidding? I really don't think those are the songs the dyed-in-the-wool fans will be asking for!

What on earth is "dyed-in-the-wool"? [Sounds dangerous...!] :rolleyes:

[SuzeQuze]

What on earth is "dyed-in-the-wool"? [Sounds dangerous...!] :rolleyes:

It's what Stevie herself calls us! Well, that is how she described her devoted fanbase in an interview once.

[DavidMn]

Hmm, at that rate we would need one thousand Ledgies to raise 10k. I don't even think that would be enough. Let's bring this subject up again when folks have recovered from Christmas. Let's say, in August? :laugh:**** how about 07?:lol:

[SuzeQuze]

It's what Stevie herself calls us! Well, that is how she described her devoted fanbase in an interview once.

Also, here is a definition of the expression:

Dyed in the wool: The expression "dyed in the wool" refers to a state of steadfastness, usually in one's political, religious or social beliefs. The expression comes from the fact that fabric can be dyed in a number of ways. The woven fabric may be dyed after it is complete, or the threads may be dyed before they are woven. When a color is "dyed in the wool," the wool itself is dyed before being spun into threads, so the colour is least likely to fade or change.

Retrieved from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyed_in_the_wool

[SuzeQuze]

**** how about 07?:lol:

Damn, and I thought I overspent! ;)

I seriously think we could make this concert a reality. I would be willing to put some work into this. Such as, oh I don't know, collecting the money! ;) I swear though, I'm trustworthy almost to a fault. :rolleyes: There must be a way to set up a "safe" account where folks would feel secure about making a deposit.

On Edit: The first item of business would be to check to see if Stevie would actually do this.

[DavidMn]

Damn, and I thought I overspent! ;)

I seriously think we could make this concert a reality. I would be willing to put some work into this. Such as, oh I don't know, collecting the money! ;) I swear though, I'm trustworthy almost to a fault. :rolleyes: There must be a way to set up a "safe" account where folks would feel secure about making a deposit.You know, if somehow people here could pull this off, that would make the news for sure!!:) Question is, where would the concert be?>

[SuzeQuze]

You know, if somehow people here could pull this off, that would make the news for sure!!:) Question is, where would the concert be?>

Sparky has the venue handled, so LA. This would be convenient for Stevie!

[sparky]

Sparky has the venue handled, so LA. This would be convenient for Stevie!


No problems on that end. Just give me a date.

[DavidMn]

No problems on that end. Just give me a date.So where would it be? Hollywood Bowl?

[SuzeQuze]

No problems on that end. Just give me a date.

Thank you. I've submitted a request for information to Grabow. Could you PM me the name of the venue? Thanks :)

[Rickypt]

I'm in, and would pay up to $1,000, as long as the crowd isn't over a couple hundred people. It would be kind of dream come true for me, even if she plays the same old, same old.

[MoonChilde]

oh my..this thread is taking on Life..well I would be willing to throw in a thousand ..especially if there is enough advance setup..But.....since I work as a stage hand already..i will be more than willing to set up equipment audio is where I do most of the work..But.sometimes as assistants backstage and dressing rooms..So..I'm calling first as Stevies personal assistant on this one..LOL...

[DavidMn]

oh my..this thread is taking on Life..well I would be willing to throw in a thousand ..especially if there is enough advance setup..But.....since I work as a stage hand already..i will be more than willing to set up equipment audio is where I do most of the work..But.sometimes as assistants backstage and dressing rooms..So..I'm calling first as Stevies personal assistant on this one..LOL...I think you could probably get dibs on that.:nod:

[JazmenFlowers]

I'd invest a couple grand.

[SuzeQuze]

I think you could probably get dibs on that.:nod:

Yes, but I believe Stevie has her own peeps. :lol: However, you could probably be another assistant, lord knows more than one is a good thing! Also, we would make sure Stevie was so pampered, maybe get her a gift basket with La Mer and some other special items. Oh yes!

[MoonChilde]

oh yeah a very special gift basket would be great....and even though Stevie has her own assistant ,thats ok..most of the bands do.have their own.but I have been assigned that job before..you basically assist their assistant and make sure dressing rooms are stocked always and are the go fer...although so far the only one I got to assist was Julio Igeglas(sp)...although I did get to go into the Stones one to help take it all apart.whoppeee...

[Janis_no1]

I will also add that if any money was put into a savings account, if say $50,000 was raised, we could accrue interest of approx $3000 in just one year.... so that could go towards the special stevie basketcase... hehe

[Serrart]

:laugh:

I'm on the phone right now for an interview to sell my eggs...........

I'll need that phone number too :D. I should count also the plane ticket but for a special concert like that I would be there.

Romy

[SuzeQuze]

I will also add that if any money was put into a savings account, if say $50,000 was raised, we could accrue interest of approx $3000 in just one year.... so that could go towards the special stevie basketcase... hehe

:) Nice. I'm really hoping that co. takes the request seriously. I mean, she played a Bat Mitzvah!

[SuzeQuze]

I'll need that phone number too :D. I should count also the plane ticket but for a special concert like that I would be there.

Romy

So many of us would. The amount of money we will shell out to see her is crazy! So I think this is doable if she and her management will agree to it. I know she kind of keeps her distance from fans though so we'll see.

[Sahara]

It's what Stevie herself calls us! Well, that is how she described her devoted fanbase in an interview once.

That makes much more sense. Thank ye!

It'd be so cool if you guys could do this ... not that I'd be able to go ... but it'd be something cool anyway!!

[Rickypt]

It would be especially cool if Stevie agreed to do the private show, but that all the money we raise goes to one of her charities like AHI or Walter Reed.

[SuzeQuze]

It would be especially cool if Stevie agreed to do the private show, but that all the money we raise goes to one of her charities like AHI or Walter Reed.

If it were for a charity it might even be more appealing to Stevie. :confused:

[Rickypt]

If it were for a charity it might even be more appealing to Stevie. :confused:

That's what I was kind of thinking, maybe she'd be more responsive to that than the fact that a bunch of her most obsessed fans coughed up cash to hire her for a private show.

And I'd feel better spending 1 or 2K that went to charity.

[SuzeQuze]

That's what I was kind of thinking, maybe she'd be more responsive to that than the fact that a bunch of her most obsessed fans coughed up cash to hire her for a private show.

And I'd feel better spending 1 or 2K that went to charity.

Right, as would we all. City of Hope was/is another charity she donates to.

[michelle2677]

I would be able to donate a grand or more. Of course I'd have to have a little warning. haha..

on edit..hehe..I just hope she doesn't see that WE were the ones that submitted the "unclyclopedia" entry lol

[reebokandlace]

She does these corporate (private) shows for the money. It is a nice chunk of change for one nights work. Stevie Nicks is 'for sale'. Price tag: $150,000 for 1 1/2 hours....and that doesn't mean she is gonna hang out and mingle with the party go-ers.

Charity? Nah, don't think so. That is why she has AZ benefits. I don't think she would want a bunch of her fans organizing a show for charity for her. That would be too disorganized. (A lot of work goes into preparing these charity gigs).

Cough up the $150,000 and she'll show up.

[Janis_no1]

:(

well she'd better stay and mingle... im quite sure that all 150 of us want at least 12 hours with her each!

[seeker007nmss]

If we actually did this, I think itwould HAVE to include a question session and picture/autograph time for EVERYONE who contributes. I would give up time of performing songs to get this in. I doubt she will want to do more than acouple of hours anyway. A friend of mine does this sort of thing for a living. And many of the "stars" are much more receptive to do meet/greets than performing. (Very pricey and time consuming to perform) How about if we skip the singing and have her give a little "story session" along with the above. Would be way cheaper and less expensive. Also a more private venue could be used, if a minimal perfornance was wanted ?acoustic only? Imagine Stevie doing songs with just a guitar or piano? Unplugged - only so much better.

Just a thought. I just think a performance would be $$$$$$$$ expensive $$$$. I say go meet and greet with autographs and questions. :nod:

[reebokandlace]

Either way it is $150,000 for 1 hour 30 minutes.

I think people would be more receptive to hearing her play a very small intimate concert of 150 people for 1 hour 30 minutes

versus

no concert but doing a 90 minute meet and greet with 150 people which equates to each person spending 36 SECONDS with her for $1000.00.

You don't get both. It is considered a corporate gig. 90 minutes. Period. Wanna add another 90 minutes?? ...add another $100,000 onto the bill.

[Rickypt]

I'd rather have the concert.

As for charity, it couldn't possibly be more disorganized than the AHI benefit I went to, but I'm hearing you. She does it for the cash.

I'm doubtful we are going to find 150 people who will pay $1000, however.

[sparky]

I'd rather have the concert.

As for charity, it couldn't possibly be more disorganized than the AHI benefit I went to, but I'm hearing you. She does it for the cash.

I'm doubtful we are going to find 150 people who will pay $1000, however.

I think Suze is serious about trying, though I doubt the 150 people myself. But who knows ? Stranger things have happened. And I could organize this damned thing with a hand tied behind my back. It isn't THAT hard.

[BombaySapphire3]

It would be interesting to find out if there is a precedant of a performer that is available for corporate events or private parties being hired by a large group of fans.I have never heard of that specific occurance and kind of wonder how amenable she would be to it.:shrug:

[HejiraNYC]

No problems on that end. Just give me a date.

Um... how about May 13... at the Knitting Factory in NYC? I suspect this is the Night of a Thousand Stevies :thumbsup: Even in my most coked out dreams I could never conjure up the vision of Stevie doing karaoke to her own songs backed up by drag queens dressed as Stevie! It's perfect! There's no need for a band or a PA system either.

I would definitely pay $1000 to see that. Even more if the proceeds went to a worthy charity.

[jannieC]

Um... how about May 13... at the Knitting Factory in NYC? I suspect this is the Night of a Thousand Stevies :thumbsup: Even in my most coked out dreams I could never conjure up the vision of Stevie doing karaoke to her own songs backed up by drag queens dressed as Stevie! It's perfect! There's no need for a band or a PA system either.

I would definitely pay $1000 to see that. Even more if the proceeds went to a worthy charity.
Yes, and May 13 is my birthday. Plus I'm originally from NY so I would have a free place to stay. I'm in- let's roll with this. I would absolutely pay $1500. F*ck it, you only live once.

[sparky]

Um... how about May 13... at the Knitting Factory in NYC? I suspect this is the Night of a Thousand Stevies :thumbsup: Even in my most coked out dreams I could never conjure up the vision of Stevie doing karaoke to her own songs backed up by drag queens dressed as Stevie! It's perfect! There's no need for a band or a PA system either.

I would definitely pay $1000 to see that. Even more if the proceeds went to a worthy charity.

Unfortunately, my club contacts are only in LA, so I would be out of the planning on that one.

[Rickypt]

It would be interesting to find out if there is a precedant of a performer that is available for corporate events or private parties being hired by a large group of fans.I have never heard of that specific occurance and kind of wonder how amenable she would be to it.:shrug:

Maybe we shouldn't tell her it's a large group of fans; just a birthday party or something.

To those who are serious about this, I'm definitely in. Would gladly help with organizing, assessing true interest, etc.

[SuzeQuze]

Unfortunately, my club contacts are only in LA, so I would be out of the planning on that one.

I really and truly think that finding 150 people is doable. Really. I think whomever said it would be "disorganized" has underestimated us. I attended that willy nilly '98 AHI gig so I'm no stranger to the frustration that such an event can cause.

One thing I think would be important is extra security. But they have to be trained to not f*ck with Stevie's people. Hehe. We also have to make sure that we have tickets that cannot be duplicated. I haven't heard back from the event company yet. They may just ignore me. That's okay though because I will try again at some point in the near future! :D

Last night I was thinking a "Storytellers" format would be awesome. The intention is for this event to be very structured. I think that one on one time with Stevie might be too much to ask. Although, maybe we could get her to do the photo thing. I know that's just a quick thing but you at least get a hug and a few words. Man, that would be more than enough for me!

[DavidMn]

Um... how about May 13... at the Knitting Factory in NYC? I suspect this is the Night of a Thousand Stevies :thumbsup: Even in my most coked out dreams I could never conjure up the vision of Stevie doing karaoke to her own songs backed up by drag queens dressed as Stevie! It's perfect! There's no need for a band or a PA system either.

I would definitely pay $1000 to see that. Even more if the proceeds went to a worthy charity.Sweet jesus that would be a dream come true.:)

[SuzeQuze]

Maybe we shouldn't tell her it's a large group of fans; just a birthday party or something.

To those who are serious about this, I'm definitely in. Would gladly help with organizing, assessing true interest, etc.

Well, Stewey has volunteered for it to be his b-day party! :]

[golden braid]

I really and truly think that finding 150 people is doable.
I'm in! :D

[SmileAtU]

I'm in! :D

Me too!! If she will agree to do it, I totally want to be there! :blob1:

I wonder how she will react with every person in the audience singing every single word with her?

[catinthedark]

This thread is hilarious! :laugh:

I vote for the hire-her-for-90-minutes-of-meet-and-greet plan. Let's see... 150 of us... over 90 minutes.... that's about 40 seconds each with her? (Did I do the math right? Quite possible I didn't)

I'm in!! I wonder if any group of fans has ever tried this?

[michelle2677]

This thread is hilarious! :laugh:

I vote for the hire-her-for-90-minutes-of-meet-and-greet plan. Let's see... 150 of us... over 90 minutes.... that's about 40 seconds each with her? (Did I do the math right? Quite possible I didn't)

I'm in!! I wonder if any group of fans has ever tried this?

but are we going to be able to get 150 people to pay $1000 for 40 seconds with ms. nicks??

[catinthedark]

but are we going to be able to get 150 people to pay $1000 for 40 seconds with ms. nicks??


I wouldn't bet against it. :p

[BTFLCHLD]

when i have a private party
i want to do what i want :blob1:

[StreetAngel86]

Setlist:

The Forest of the Black Roses
Street Angel
Long Distance Winner
Thousand Days
Battle of The Dragon



...We'd have to be rich to see this!:lol:

I'd pay 150,000$ just for those 5!!! :eek:

[StreetAngel86]

Sparky has the venue handled, so LA. This would be convenient for Stevie!

I would like to amend this suggestion

Venue:

Mama Nicks' House

:lol:

i'm all up for tossing in 1000$ on the proviso she sings STREET ANGEL

+ I'm willing to avail myself as her body guard/wardrobe assistant :nod:

[StreetAngel86]

Me too!! If she will agree to do it, I totally want to be there! :blob1:

I wonder how she will react with every person in the audience singing every single word with her?

not just every word
but every 'oooh,' 'well' and ad lib :lol:

Stevie would be like 'What the HELL kinda birthday party is THIS!'

[Sahara]

not just every word
but every 'oooh,' 'well' and ad lib :lol:

Stevie would be like 'What the HELL kinda birthday party is THIS!'


:lol: We'd so end up doing that....

[reebokandlace]

I really and truly think that finding 150 people is doable. Really. I think whomever said it would be "disorganized" has underestimated us. I attended that willy nilly '98 AHI gig so I'm no stranger to the frustration that such an event can cause.


I think I said it would be disorganized...but I meant the "donating the proceeds to charity aspect"...not the concert organization... I think it is doable...

Count me in!

Maybe we should start another thread of a head count of how many people actually have the money to do this to see if we get 150 people who can afford to hire her.

Lets not forget the additional overhead charges:
~the expense of the venue (hall, lodge, whatever)
~the sound equiptment (it is not like the band hauls their own PA system around to these corporate gigs...they are not a garage band or 21 year olds with a van....LOL) all they show up with is their instruments and mics.
~ the guy or gal who runs the sound board
~ the crew to set up and strike the stage
~ Lighting
~ the guy or gal who runs the lights
~the security
~beverage service for the fans (unless we do a BYO)
~food and beverage for the band
~ we would have to hire an event organizer to process $1500.00 payments, it is not like 150 people are going to turn over their money to one fan who is organizing this~ that is a liabilty~ it does not matter who is the "most trustworthy fan"~ it is still a liabilty for that person who is receiving the funds~ and being that there is no one here naive enough to take on that liabilty (although they say there is a sucker born every day...lol) we would have to hire an event organizer....

So at this point we are looking at close to $1800 per person at the very least...based on 150 people....

Are there any other expenses I might have missed?

(Thank god we would not be responsible for her transportation or hotel expenses -- that is figured into the $150,000)


....

[jannieC]

I think I said it would be disorganized...but I meant the "donating the proceeds to charity aspect"...not the concert organization... I think it is doable...

Count me in!

Maybe we should start another thread of a head count of how many people actually have the money to do this to see if we get 150 people who can afford to hire her.

Lets not forget the additional overhead charges:
~the expense of the venue (hall, lodge, whatever)
~the sound equiptment (it is not like the band hauls their own PA system around to these corporate gigs...they are not a garage band or 21 year olds with a van....LOL) all they show up with is their instruments and mics.
~ the guy or gal who runs the sound board
~ the crew to set up and strike the stage
~ Lighting
~ the guy or gal who runs the lights
~the security
~beverage service for the fans (unless we do a BYO)
~food and beverage for the band
~ we would have to hire an event organizer to process $1500.00 payments, it is not like 150 people are going to turn over their money to one fan who is organizing this~ that is a liabilty~ it does not matter who is the "most trustworthy fan"~ it is still a liabilty for that person who is receiving the funds~ and being that there is no one here naive enough to take on that liabilty (although they say there is a sucker born every day...lol) we would have to hire an event organizer....

So at this point we are looking at close to $1800 per person at the very least...based on 150 people....

Are there any other expenses I might have missed?

(Thank god we would not be responsible for her transportation or hotel expenses -- that is figured into the $150,000)


....
I'm not sure what the level of committment for everyone else is, but I would really do this. If the venue is in NY it's doable for me- West coast would be much more difficult. I can help with hotel accommodations- I can get discounted room rates at Marriott.

[tynan88]

I'd love to be in...but I couldn't be in for about another year while I save up for it and I think it would take me about that long, problem is that along with $1500 there is also about that amount again in airfares atleast, etc from Australia plus accommodation but if it gets off the ground...hell I'll get a fund going for myself and start saving now.

[Stephanie]

I would definately cough up the dough if it was just us--I would'nt want any free loaders showing up and getting in to our small show for free, after we pay about 2K each.

[StreetAngel86]

hmmmmmmmmmmm so you'd all be looking at (to be safe) around 2000$ that way, any extra could just be divided up amonst every1 and returned

if this was towards the end of the year, or early next year
COUNT ME IN!!

I'm in Oz too. So I need 2000$ which is like 2500$ after the exchange + another 2000$ for a flight to LA and accomo. But i'm all for signing my life away and living at home for ANOTHER year for La Nicks :] :nod:

[BombaySapphire3]

I don't think I'd be willing to shell out 1800 ducats just to see the same old show that I saw last summer for just around $100.If she was willing to take audience requests for her own songs that she has performed live at least at some point in her career ie. SOTM, Blue Lamp.Sleeping Angel etc. then I think it might be worth it .I think it would be too much to expect her to perform something that has never been worked out live like Battle of The Dragon although I would love to see it done.Someone like Tori Amos does this all the time albeit with mostly just her voice and piano .I just don't see this happening with La Nicks though.Not unless we were willing to cross her palm with way more dinero than the standard $150,000.

[Rickypt]

I'd think our chances of this happening would be better if it's before FM goes back on the road?

And while I'd also love for Stevie to play requests (or anything different than the typical setlist), I think reality dictates that won't happen. Even if she were slightly open to the idea, it would require too much rehearsal time.

I am willing to pay $2K for an intimate private show of no more than 150-200 people, knowing it will be the boring setlist. I think when an actual head count begins, that should probably be the criteria (those who will pay regardless of setlist expectatons, and knowing they will likely not meet her, get her autograph, etc.)

[UnwindedDreams]

I'd think our chances of this happening would be better if it's before FM goes back on the road?

And while I'd also love for Stevie to play requests (or anything different than the typical setlist), I think reality dictates that won't happen. Even if she were slightly open to the idea, it would require too much rehearsal time.

I am willing to pay $2K for an intimate private show of no more than 150-200 people, knowing it will be the boring setlist. I think when an actual head count begins, that should probably be the criteria (those who will pay regardless of setlist expectatons, and knowing they will likely not meet her, get her autograph, etc.)
I have no problem not meeting her...I think it would be better for Stevie if she didn't have to meet the fans. And since it's a private show, I think the performance would be much better...

[SmileAtU]

And while I'd also love for Stevie to play requests (or anything different than the typical setlist), I think reality dictates that won't happen. Even if she were slightly open to the idea, it would require too much rehearsal time.

I am willing to pay $2K for an intimate private show of no more than 150-200 people, knowing it will be the boring setlist.


Well I wonder if we could maybe get her to do maybe just one or two songs out of the ordinary that we would request in advance or something?
I think it would have to be something she would feel comfortable performing at this point in time, like maybe Trouble in Shangri-la :] or something from SYW? Something she has released recently that her voice can still handle for sure but everyone wants to hear.

But I agree, I wouldn't mind her playing her regular setlist one bit with that small of a show.

[reebokandlace]

If you guys are gonna do this you should also take into account that most people who cough up $2,000 will want to bring someone along. Two tickets for two grand seems fair enough to me, and let's face it 300-400 people is still a tiny concert.

I would not do it if 300-400 fans were to attend. That is getting to be too much of a crowd. I would spend the money for a very small intimate show of 100-150 people. If 300-400 fans were to be there I would much rather spend money buying front row tickets for a concert.

If you think about the Bar Mitzvah show out of the 500 people who attended that party most of them were not standing there in front of the stage listening to the show ~ there was a crowd of about 50 people (mostly teenagers) stage front- the rest were mingling, eating, sitting at tables conversing...etc...most did not care about the entertainment. Most corporate/private gigs are like that. But to do a show with 300-400 fans it is no longer intimate....like I said before, might as well just go to a concert and fork out the bucks to sit front row.

[EnchantedSLN]

I'm skeptical it could be pulled off... not because of any lack of collective willpower or organizational skills on behalf of Ledgies, I just can't see Stevie/her management agreeing to it or there being enough people willing to commit for it to work, financially. But I'd be in... IF they'll allow for a little customization of the setlist. Obviously it would be completely unrealistic to submit a song list packed with demos and obscurities, but to ask for one or two novel songs plus a couple more that haven't been performed in awhile isn't so unreasonable. Otherwise the only difference between this and a regular show would be the fact that there are only a couple hundred people there. Which, don't get me wrong, is really cool... but I've been to that before without paying $2K and would hope for the actual show to be just a little different.

I do think the idea is awesome, though. I can see the publicity now ;). A group of little guys banding together to hire their favorite artist. Could be the opposite of that whole bat mitzvah thing for her, news-wise. Even better if she'd do it as a charity benefit.

[danax6]

Heh, how did I miss this? :D You can guys can count me in for the 2k, it shouldn't be a problem if I can get a heads up a couple of weeks in advance. I don't have 2k just up for grabs, but I can get it together if need be. ;)

I polled this on 7W not long ago, and these songs are what people voted for most for a private party:

- Sisters of the Moon

- Doing the Best I Can

- Nightbird

- Sara

- Storms

- Gypsy

- Sable on Blond

And most agreed that Sara, Storms and Gypsy should be played accoustically.

[Janis_no1]

That sounds good vanessa!! Im so in guys... though i will certainly need some noticew coz my airfares and accom and visa etc need some time and like $5K

[gold_dustgypsy]

If you guys are gonna do this you should also take into account that most people who cough up $2,000 will want to bring someone along. Two tickets for two grand seems fair enough to me, and let's face it 300-400 people is still a tiny concert.

I agree.... $2000 should get yourself and a friend in....
I am only 13 and my mum is a big Stevie fan too... But we would have to pay our airfare from Australia, plus accomadation as well as $4000 just to get into the concert??

[Rickypt]

I would not do it if 300-400 fans were to attend. That is getting to be too much of a crowd. I would spend the money for a very small intimate show of 100-150 people. If 300-400 fans were to be there I would much rather spend money buying front row tickets for a concert.


Same with me. There's intimate and then there's really intimate, which is what I would pay a lot of money for.

[reebokandlace]

Same with me. There's intimate and then there's really intimate, which is what I would pay a lot of money for.

Yeah, I think most people feel that way...a crowd of 300-400 in front of a stage is no different than sitting the first few rows of a concert....there is no intimacy with that many people. I understand that some people only want to pay $1000.00 so they can bring a spouse or friend with them, but the whole idea of hiring stevie to do a private gig is for a very intimate small show. If they want to go to the show AND bring a friend that badly then they can pay what everyone else is paying and keep it intimate.

[catinthedark]

Yeah, for that kind of coinage, I need it to be very different from standing front row in front of 10,000 other people.

I would hope we could

- send her a suggested set list :)

- meet her afterwards

I wouldn't bring anyone I know who wasn't a huge Stevie fan (therefore, I'd be coming alone and joining you guys). I think this would have to be a collection of nothing but die hard dedicatees, for whom this would be a moment in life that would never be forgotten. :nod:

And then we could all die happy.

[HejiraNYC]

I am willing to pay $2K for an intimate private show of no more than 150-200 people, knowing it will be the boring setlist.


Hmmm... that sounds a lot like the second Atlantic City show last summer. :lol: I don't think there were even 1,000 people there, but the small crowd was really, really enthusiastic. Good times :thumbsup:

I also think that if this could ever be pulled off, there should be some kind of tacit understanding that the show would be properly recorded and CDs would be distributed to all in attendance. And every Ledgie would have to sign an oath, in their own blood, that they would never sell or trade this recording. Or it can only be traded ONLY for the following:

-The Wild Heart masters
-The Rodney Jerkins sessions
-The Dallas Austin sessions
-The complete Buckingham Nicks 1974 Alabama concert

:D

[golden braid]

-The Rodney Jerkins sessions
:D
When were these sessions?

[JazmenFlowers]

When were these sessions?
I know. I'd love to hear anything that came out of the Dallas Austin/Jerkins sessions.

[Rickypt]

And then we could all die happy.

Yeah, I'd be able to scratch something major off my list of things to do before I die. That just leaves going to Dollywood and having a kid. :cool:

[reebokandlace]

That just leaves going to Dollywood and having a kid. :cool:

I've been to Dollywood-- trust me, you are not missing anything-- it is not that great--even if you are a die hard Dolly fan, she really only has her name on the park, it is not very "Dolly" oriented...

--other than the "bald eagle exhibit" and the "Dolly's garden of friends" there is isn't much else there to speak of.

But Tennesee is beautiful and there are a lot of fun things to do in Gaitlenburg...(I know I spelled that wrong...sorry)

[Rickypt]

I've been to Dollywood-- trust me, you are not missing anything-- it is not that great--even if you are a die hard Dolly fan, she really only has her name on the park, it is not very "Dolly" oriented...

--other than the "bald eagle exhibit" and the "Dolly's garden of friends" there is isn't much else there to speak of.

But Tennesee is beautiful and there are a lot of fun things to do in Gaitlenburg...(I know I spelled that wrong...sorry)

Where there is a big exhibit of Jesus dioramas! :lol: I must go one day. And I'd only go to Dollywood when she's giving a performance, but it's good to know not to get too excited.

[SuzeQuze]

I'm skeptical it could be pulled off... not because of any lack of collective willpower or organizational skills on behalf of Ledgies, I just can't see Stevie/her management agreeing to it or there being enough people willing to commit for it to work, financially. But I'd be in... IF they'll allow for a little customization of the setlist. Obviously it would be completely unrealistic to submit a song list packed with demos and obscurities, but to ask for one or two novel songs plus a couple more that haven't been performed in awhile isn't so unreasonable. Otherwise the only difference between this and a regular show would be the fact that there are only a couple hundred people there. Which, don't get me wrong, is really cool... but I've been to that before without paying $2K and would hope for the actual show to be just a little different.

I do think the idea is awesome, though. I can see the publicity now ;). A group of little guys banding together to hire their favorite artist. Could be the opposite of that whole bat mitzvah thing for her, news-wise. Even better if she'd do it as a charity benefit.

In my email to the company that books Stevie I asked about the possibility of choosing some songs for the setlist. Well, I haven't heard back at all but I will try again anyway. It could be nice for her news-wise. She gets to show off being so open and nice to her fans which most people like to see.

[SuzeQuze]

Yeah, I think most people feel that way...a crowd of 300-400 in front of a stage is no different than sitting the first few rows of a concert....there is no intimacy with that many people. I understand that some people only want to pay $1000.00 so they can bring a spouse or friend with them, but the whole idea of hiring stevie to do a private gig is for a very intimate small show. If they want to go to the show AND bring a friend that badly then they can pay what everyone else is paying and keep it intimate.

I think that to pull it off at $1,000 a head we would have to make it a minimum of 200 people. That pays Stevie (150k), the venue, security, and might still even be a bit tight. I haven't actually crunched all of the numbers. We could make the max 250. OR, we can have different tiers of tickets, the front three rows being more expensive, thus bringing the headcount down.

I have to wait to actually do this though because my 1k is now going to an unexpected trip to Kenya. My friends decided to go there and have a wedding. They're already married here but her family is there and they want to have a wedding there. I guess that leaves time for some research!

I was thinking about perhaps creating a really nice invitation for Stevie to do this gig. Something that could convey how much we will appreciate it and how special we will make her feel. What do y'all think of that idea?

[DavidMn]

I think that to pull it off at $1,000 a head we would have to make it a minimum of 200 people. That pays Stevie (150k), the venue, security, and might still even be a bit tight. I haven't actually crunched all of the numbers. We could make the max 250. OR, we can have different tiers of tickets, the front three rows being more expensive, thus bringing the headcount down.

I have to wait to actually do this though because my 1k is now going to an unexpected trip to Kenya. My friends decided to go there and have a wedding. They're already married here but her family is there and they want to have a wedding there. I guess that leaves time for some research!

I was thinking about perhaps creating a really nice invitation for Stevie to do this gig. Something that could convey how much we will appreciate it and how special we will make her feel. What do y'all think of that idea?I llike it. SOunds like you're cookin up some good stuff.:nod:

[SuzeQuze]

I llike it. SOunds like you're cookin up some good stuff.:nod:

Thanks. What I had in mind was for y'all to add suggestions for the invitation if you have them.

[gold_dustgypsy]

I think that maybe you should send a nice, but small gift hamper with the invitation so that Stevie can see you really have put a lot of time and effort into it! :D

You could put some nice creams, soaps and maybe a candle into it!

[Rickypt]

Thanks. What I had in mind was for y'all to add suggestions for the invitation if you have them.

I think it's an excellent idea to create a nice invitation directly to Stevie about this performance. Otherwise the request might not ever get past this corporate events company because they won't take us seriously.

I would do a friendly, yet somewhat formal, letter of invitation that states clearly what is being asked and that it would be a special event for some of her most "diehard" fans (use her terms). And not make it too gushy, or she might freak out.

I think what her management would want to know from the invitation is that (1) we are serious, (2) we are aware how much it costs, and (3) we will provide whatever necessary to ensure Stevie's protection and comfort.

[Janis_no1]

Well said RICKY!!

Though we would also need to ensure that we for certain have the money, that we can get most of the money in a hurry as they will most likely want a big deposit.. And that i start saving for flights and accom!!

[Rickypt]

And that i start saving for flights and accom!!

It would be such a dream come true for me. I learned long ago not to get my hopes up so high for things, so I'll just stay at cautiously optimistic for now.

[SuzeQuze]

It would be such a dream come true for me. I learned long ago not to get my hopes up so high for things, so I'll just stay at cautiously optimistic for now.

Yeah, I hear that. It angers me that the only difference between the yahoo throwing that Bat Mitzvah and me are millions of dollars. That somehow makes him more credible? :laugh: I don't even get the courtesy of a reply? Whatever. :p

[dissention]

Yeah, I hear that. It angers me that the only difference between the yahoo throwing that Bat Mitzvah and me are millions of dollars. That somehow makes him more credible? :laugh: I don't even get the courtesy of a reply? Whatever. :p

Suze! My friend who works at the Exhibition Center sent this to me this morning. She should've told me earlier. Not that I can drop all that cash.

http://www.bignightboston.com/

Got an extra grand stashed somewhere? :laugh:

[SuzeQuze]

Suze! My friend who works at the Exhibition Center sent this to me this morning. She should've told me earlier. Not that I can drop all that cash.

http://www.bignightboston.com/

Got an extra grand stashed somewhere? :laugh:

One extra? I've probly got a few... okay not really. :lol: I can't open that site, my browser hangs, I'm on dial-up. :( I'll be moving to cable very soon though I think. :)

[dissention]

One extra? I've probly got a few... okay not really. :lol: I can't open that site, my browser hangs, I'm on dial-up. :( I'll be moving to cable very soon though I think. :)

Blondie is doing a Big Brothers of the Bay Area fundraiser at the Exhibition Center next Saturday and the lowest priced tix are $1,000. I can't go, but I know people who went to last year's fundraiser and they said it was fantastic.

Congrats on cable! Dial-up is the devil.

[SuzeQuze]

Blondie is doing a Big Brothers of the Bay Area fundraiser at the Exhibition Center next Saturday and the lowest priced tix are $1,000. I can't go, but I know people who went to last year's fundraiser and they said it was fantastic.

Congrats on cable! Dial-up is the devil.

Dammit. I was just thinking earlier today that I HAVE to see Blondie next, they're on my radar. I don't know how I've not seen them yet! By the way, doesn't Debbie look like she really likes the naughty chair? :laugh:

[amber]

Blondie is doing a Big Brothers of the Bay Area fundraiser at the Exhibition Center next Saturday and the lowest priced tix are $1,000. I can't go, but I know people who went to last year's fundraiser and they said it was fantastic.

Congrats on cable! Dial-up is the devil.

Damn you're lucky!!! That lady is never over here, I swear.
I'd rather pay $1000 for Stevie, but still. You're totally going, right? Do you already have your tick?

[nicksnut]

I haven't been around for a few days, and I didn't read this whole thread, but just wanted to add my two cents worth (sorry if it has been addressed). I think Stevie's fee may be 150K -ish, but dont forget her 'people' always go with her, and I am sure travel and accommodations that they would be used to would tack on several tens of thousands. This outfit doesn't respond to emails, but also want a date and type of event and location before they will give a for sure dollar amount. Maybe to run past her for approval??

[xdreamsunwindx]

Oooh! Ooooh! OOOOH! I'll sell all my copies of National Geographic! That'll help!

Seriously, hire a drag queen, have her sing along to the "Best of Stevie Nicks" karaoke disc, and spin around a few times. It will do the trick. And for a hell of a lot less money.

[dissention]

Oooh! Ooooh! OOOOH! I'll sell all my copies of National Geographic! That'll help!

Seriously, hire a drag queen, have her sing along to the "Best of Stevie Nicks" karaoke disc, and spin around a few times. It will do the trick. And for a hell of a lot less money.

And the setlist is guaranteed to be more inspired.

[xdreamsunwindx]

And the setlist is guaranteed to be more inspired.

Exactly.

Too bad Divine is dead. I'd enjoy seeing her Stevie it up. Though, The Lady Bunny (http://ladybunny.net) could pull a Stevie off pretty well, I think. ^.^

[dissention]

Too bad Divine is dead. I'd enjoy seeing her Stevie it up.

He could've capped off the show by eating genuine Sara Belladonna ****. I'm sure Bill Gamelson could've gotten his hands on some.

Though, The Lady Bunny (http://ladybunny.net) could pull a Stevie off pretty well, I think. ^.^

You're brilliant. I wouldn't mind seeing Amanda Lepore fatten herself up a bit to do a nice Stevie show, either.

[xdreamsunwindx]

You're brilliant. I wouldn't mind seeing Amanda Lepore fatten herself up a bit to do a nice Stevie show, either.

I love Amanda. Along with Candy Darling and Divine, she's my one of my favorite drag queens. But Amanda is more of a transvestite. Whatevs. I <3 her.

[SuzeQuze]

Let's make her a DVD of those who are going explaining why they are inviting her to do this show. In 30 seconds or less. This is to be included in the invitation. What do y'all think?

[SuzeQuze]

I think I said it would be disorganized...but I meant the "donating the proceeds to charity aspect"...not the concert organization... I think it is doable...

Count me in!

Maybe we should start another thread of a head count of how many people actually have the money to do this to see if we get 150 people who can afford to hire her.

Lets not forget the additional overhead charges:
~the expense of the venue (hall, lodge, whatever) sparky says 5 grand - Suze~the sound equiptment (it is not like the band hauls their own PA system around to these corporate gigs...they are not a garage band or 21 year olds with a van....LOL) all they show up with is their instruments and mics. - this is an audio equipped venue - Suze~ the guy or gal who runs the sound board
~ the crew to set up and strike the stage
~ Lighting
~ the guy or gal who runs the lights
~the security
~beverage service for the fans (unless we do a BYO) - venue has this - Suze
~food and beverage for the band sure this isn't included in 150k? - Suze
~ we would have to hire an event organizer to process $1500.00 payments, it is not like 150 people are going to turn over their money to one fan who is organizing this~ that is a liabilty~ it does not matter who is the "most trustworthy fan"~ it is still a liabilty for that person who is receiving the funds~ and being that there is no one here naive enough to take on that liabilty (although they say there is a sucker born every day...lol) we would have to hire an event organizer.... I'd rather not if we can avoid it. Unless someone really knows a reputable one.
So at this point we are looking at close to $1800 per person at the very least...based on 150 people....

Are there any other expenses I might have missed?

(Thank god we would not be responsible for her transportation or hotel expenses -- that is figured into the $150,000)
....

Somehow I missed this post, thank you for your suggestions :) I've made a couple of notes above I'm going to start a google group soon so we can discuss this with those who are serious. Anyone who is serious about attending this in, let's say August, PM me.

I'm wondering if it is possible to set this up as a trust, like when people make deposits for someone's college education. Folks can make their own deposit and there are strict rules on withdrawal. The withdrawal could only be a check for Ms Nicks. Plus everyone would have a money back gaurantee in writing if the concert is cancelled. I'll have to figure out if this can be done.

[SuzeQuze]

I think that maybe you should send a nice, but small gift hamper with the invitation so that Stevie can see you really have put a lot of time and effort into it! :D

You could put some nice creams, soaps and maybe a candle into it!

I like this idea. Do you know that here in the states a "hamper" is only something you put dirty clothes in, otherwise it is called a "basket"? So I did a double-take at first at your suggestion! :laugh: But I think it is a nice idea. I definitely want to put in some nice smelling things like nag champa. I have some in my desk drawer at home and every time I open it I get a wave of happiness because I just adore the scent. That would be a nice touch I think.

[SuzeQuze]

Please PM me with your email address if you are serious about this. I want to setup a google group to take this off of this forum.

[Rickypt]

So I did a double-take at first at your suggestion! :laugh:

I did too! Just the thing to seal the deal, send Stevie a basket of dirty laundry. :laugh:

[SuzeQuze]

I did too! Just the thing to seal the deal, send Stevie a basket of dirty laundry. :laugh:

Haha, "Kick 'em when they're up, kick 'em when they're down!" Can't see "dirty laundry" without thinking of Henley.

[reebokandlace]

PM me if you are serious about attending and know you can come up with $1,000 Please PM me with your email address if you are serious about this. I want to setup a google group to take this off of this forum.

$1000 is not going to cut it for a small intimate show of 150 people.

If more than 150 people are attending count me out.

[reebokandlace]

Somehow I missed this post, thank you for your suggestions :)

I'm wondering if it is possible to set this up as a trust, like when people make deposits for someone's college education. Folks can make their own deposit and there are strict rules on withdrawal. The withdrawal could only be a check for Ms Nicks. Plus everyone would have a money back gaurantee in writing if the concert is cancelled. I'll have to figure out if this can be done.

Umm....to avoid liability you need to hire an event organizer or else the fan who is taking on the responsibilty of organizing this is taking on a HUGE legal liability...if you are going to try to organize this yourself without hiring an event planner THEN PLEASE CONSULT AN ENTERTAINMENT ATTORNEY...this is a huge undertaking and it must be legal and organized.

Even the Bar Mitzvah concert had event planners, attorneys, there are contracts to be signed...blah blah blah....

I am not saying it can not be done, but you must do it right or else it won't happen. Its not like a bunch of fans are having a party and inviting Stevie "come on by and bring your band" This is a contract. You are hiring her for a show.

[reebokandlace]

Have you ever been to a gig with 300 people? I go to them all the time and believe me that is intimate. There is a world of difference between a small venue and the front rows of a huge seated area.

Many, and I didn't have to pay $1000. :lol:

And yes, I have been to a Corporate/Mitzvahpalooza type show too... BIG DIFFERENCE between a crowd of 300 and a crowd of 100!!

[reebokandlace]

I've been to hundreds of gigs through the years and I don't personally think there's that much difference between a gig with 150 and 300. :)...

I agree to disagree on that point. ;)


Still there's no point arguing, cos I don't think this will ever happen myself. I wish Stevie would just go and do a tour of small venues instead, as a little present to her fanbase, but that's never gonna happen either...

I agree. The logistics of this is just....well....it's not realistic.

There is a better chance of someone wealthy on this board hiring her to do a private birthday party where most of the attendees aren't die hard fans.

[SuzeQuze]

$1000 is not going to cut it for a small intimate show of 150 people.

If more than 150 people are attending count me out.

The front rows are going to be more.

[reebokandlace]

To be realistic, you are looking at close to $500,000-$700,000 to hire Stevie to do a show like you are asking her to do.

[Wildflower]

To be realistic, you are looking at close to $500,000-$700,000 to hire Stevie to do a show like you are asking her to do.

I've been reading this thread with bemusement, since I book corporate parties for my corporation. I didn't want to mention anything, because you all seemed so hyped about the idea, and I did not want to inject a dose of reality into your plans. But I must agree with Reebok -- the dollar amount you are looking at to book someone of Stevie's calibre is at least a half mill....

Oh, and by the way, YOU do not pick the performer's set-list. They sing what they want to sing. Sometimes, they may be willing take ONE request.

And you DO NOT get to "meet and greet" the performer after the show. :sorry:

But good luck with your planning......

[SuzeQuze]

I've been reading this thread with bemusement, since I book corporate parties for my corporation. I didn't want to mention anything, because you all seemed so hyped about the idea, and I did not want to inject a dose of reality into your plans. But I must agree with Reebok -- the dollar amount you are looking at to book someone of Stevie's calibre is at least a half mill....

Oh, and by the way, YOU do not pick the performer's set-list. They sing what they want to sing. Sometimes, they may be willing take ONE request.

And you DO NOT get to "meet and greet" the performer after the show. :sorry:

But good luck with your planning......

It doesn't matter because there isn't enough interest in making this happen to get it off the ground. I received 5 definites and that is all. So sorry to those of you who wanted to see this happen. For those of you who were supportive and helpful I appreciate it very much.

[jannieC]

It doesn't matter because there isn't enough interest in making this happen to get it off the ground. I received 5 definites and that is all. So sorry to those of you who wanted to see this happen. For those of you who were supportive and helpful I appreciate it very much.
Thank you for the effort you put into it. There's no way any of us would know what it would entail until we tried. Stevie would be flattered to know how much we would love to have done this. Poor little naive us. :xoxo:

[SuzeQuze]

Thank you for the effort you put into it. There's no way any of us would know what it would entail until we tried. Stevie would be flattered to know how much we would love to have done this. Poor little naive us. :xoxo:

What would make this happen is money so let's save some and then talk about this in the future. :) :xoxo: You never know, one of us may be wealthy at that point. :laugh:

[Raeven Skye]

What would make this happen is money so let's save some and then talk about this in the future. :) :xoxo: You never know, one of us may be wealthy at that point. :laugh:

money is what kept me out of it! $1000 might as well have been a million at this point :]

[seeker007nmss]

I've been reading this thread with bemusement, since I book corporate parties for my corporation. I didn't want to mention anything, because you all seemed so hyped about the idea, and I did not want to inject a dose of reality into your plans. But I must agree with Reebok -- the dollar amount you are looking at to book someone of Stevie's calibre is at least a half mill....

Oh, and by the way, YOU do not pick the performer's set-list. They sing what they want to sing. Sometimes, they may be willing take ONE request.

And you DO NOT get to "meet and greet" the performer after the show. :sorry:

But good luck with your planning......


I have to agree with you on most points. A friend of mine does the same thing. You CAN get a "meet and greet" with the performer in some cases. It all depends on the C&C - Cash and Contract. The more cash you have - the more you can add to the contract. The cash part just gets silly after awhile. "Sure, I will do that, but it will cost an extra $300,000" kind of thing. It all comes down to the bucks. Also depends on the level of celebrity, what else they are doing at the time.... etc, Start saving those nickles and dimes! I bet for 50 million we COULD get the setlist we wanted and a meet and greet from Stevie...:lol: :nod:

[Rickypt]

It doesn't matter because there isn't enough interest in making this happen to get it off the ground. I received 5 definites and that is all. So sorry to those of you who wanted to see this happen. For those of you who were supportive and helpful I appreciate it very much.

It was fun while it lasted!

[DavidMn]

It doesn't matter because there isn't enough interest in making this happen to get it off the ground. I received 5 definites and that is all. So sorry to those of you who wanted to see this happen. For those of you who were supportive and helpful I appreciate it very much.It'sthe thought that counts.:)

[StreetAngel86]

Well I wonder if we could maybe get her to do maybe just one or two songs out of the ordinary that we would request in advance or something?
I think it would have to be something she would feel comfortable performing at this point in time, like maybe Trouble in Shangri-la :] or something from SYW? Something she has released recently that her voice can still handle for sure but everyone wants to hear.

But I agree, I wouldn't mind her playing her regular setlist one bit with that small of a show.

Everybody Finds Out is...recent


::: passes out ::: :D

[StreetAngel86]

Heh, how did I miss this? :D You can guys can count me in for the 2k, it shouldn't be a problem if I can get a heads up a couple of weeks in advance. I don't have 2k just up for grabs, but I can get it together if need be. ;)

I polled this on 7W not long ago, and these songs are what people voted for most for a private party:

- Sisters of the Moon

- Doing the Best I Can

- Nightbird

- Sara

- Storms

- Gypsy

- Sable on Blond

And most agreed that Sara, Storms and Gypsy should be played accoustically.


Holy Crap. that's a good set list :eek:
i would settle for THAT in a second
NO QUESTIONS ASKED :lol:

[StreetAngel86]

I have to agree with you on most points. A friend of mine does the same thing. You CAN get a "meet and greet" with the performer in some cases. It all depends on the C&C - Cash and Contract. The more cash you have - the more you can add to the contract. The cash part just gets silly after awhile. "Sure, I will do that, but it will cost an extra $300,000" kind of thing. It all comes down to the bucks. Also depends on the level of celebrity, what else they are doing at the time.... etc, Start saving those nickles and dimes! I bet for 50 million we COULD get the setlist we wanted and a meet and greet from Stevie...:lol: :nod:

i'll keep buying those X-lottos then
so when I win 100 million, i'll pay for Stevie AND for all of ya to go listen to her WITH a CHOSEN set list AND a meet and greet :nod: :eek: :lol:

[SuzeQuze]

i'll keep buying those X-lottos then
so when I win 100 million, i'll pay for Stevie AND for all of ya to go listen to her WITH a CHOSEN set list AND a meet and greet :nod: :eek: :lol:

:lol: I would so do this. Now, all I need are those millions!