Staying in your seat?

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In 2003 in Newcastle most people stayed in their seats from what I can remember but that may have been down to the venue staff. My partner was standing at his seat for a Simply Red concert there and was unbelievably told to sit down by a steward. Does anyone know who the decision to allow people up front lies with? Is it the band or does the decision lie with the venue staff?

That said, I have Row 3 seats for Sheffield and have every intention of going up front if possible.