Important Change Regarding USSM(/LL) Event

by Jeff Sullivan on Dec 21, 2009 11:13 AM PST in Looking Ahead

Additional 1:42pm update: 0 left.

Additional 12:50pm update: 70 left. Buy now if you want in, we're not going to be able to get any more space for this thing.

Additional 11:49am update: Down to 150 left. Already.

Note: whoever bumped the post below this one can suck it

For those of you who couldn't get tickets in time following the previous announcement, we have good news - a change in venue has pretty much doubled capacity, meaning you've all got a second chance. Here's the Brown Paper Tickets link. Act fast, because as you all well remember, the initial round of tickets sold out in less than three hours.

You'll notice that these tickets now cost $17. This is to help cover the cost of moving to Benaroya Hall, which is freaking expensive. Those of you who already paid $10 are all set. Consider it an early bird special. Everybody else is stuck with the new price, but for everything you get, there's no sense in bitching. Pay it and shut up.

Also, as Dave says:

Again, please select "physical tickets" and have them mailed to you or print-at-home. This will make everything go much, much more smoothly on the day of the event than if we’re having to check IDs at Will Call for a couple hundred people.

We'll see twice as many of you there. Hopefully. If it turns out there was only enough demand to sell out the library then boy will there be egg on our faces.

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Uhhhh, it still says sold out.

Did this really sell out in 3 minutes?

by marc w on Dec 21, 2009 11:21 AM PST reply actions

Sorry, error

Blame Dave!

by Jeff Sullivan on Dec 21, 2009 11:23 AM PST up reply actions

I shall!

But seriously, the USSM linked worked, and I got tickets. Yay!

by marc w on Dec 21, 2009 11:24 AM PST up reply actions

Yay!

Just bought two.

Did you fall in love with Miguel Batista? And he rejected you?

by melenious on Dec 21, 2009 11:49 AM PST reply actions

Me and my dad again.

Wouldn’t want to miss this for anything. Thanks for working on the location upgrade, guys.

by Omerta on Dec 21, 2009 11:52 AM PST reply actions

Bought two tickets.

Thanks Dave!

by Wilder. on Dec 21, 2009 12:05 PM PST reply actions

And Matthew!

(just read the USSM post)

by Wilder. on Dec 21, 2009 12:08 PM PST up reply actions

Awesome quote

but for everything you get, there’s no sense in bitching. Pay it and shut up.

I love this. It applies to so well to so many things, and not just in baseball.

by wandergeist on Dec 21, 2009 12:14 PM PST reply actions

Hooray

now there’s a small possibility that the mobile commenters will be able to get something by the end of the day.

Someone should make sure those unfortunate souls get in either way.

"Ever tried? Ever failed? No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better." - Samuel Beckett http://mvn.com/marinersminors/

by JY on Dec 21, 2009 12:33 PM PST reply actions

Regarding "physical tickets"?

If, like me, you were so eager not to get shut out again that you neglected to choose this, as requested, it is possible to go back into your order and select "change shipping", to go from will-call to USPS.

by msb on Dec 21, 2009 12:41 PM PST reply actions

I was just about to ask the same question, I'd like to print them but haven't used this service before.

I’d rather not start messing with it and screw something up at this point.

by Kermit. on Dec 21, 2009 12:56 PM PST up reply actions

I believe you can

Several people reporting doing exactly that in the thread over at USSM for the first version of the event — they were able to go back and change the delivery option (to either mail or print at home) after the fact.

BPT is also quite responsive by email if you have any questions.

by wandergeist on Dec 21, 2009 12:59 PM PST up reply actions

Yes, I changed my shipping option when I originally selected the wrong option

by ChristopherA on Dec 21, 2009 12:59 PM PST up reply actions

No success, used the tracking number and pulled up my order. The option for changing shipping/printing/etc is not available.

by Kermit. on Dec 21, 2009 1:20 PM PST up reply actions

I clicked on the link that was in my confirmation email; down by the "order status" is a highlighted "change shipping"

by msb on Dec 21, 2009 1:25 PM PST up reply actions

Ok, just tried it that way and same situation.

Did you order tickets on the second round or the first? That’s the only difference I can think of, other than the amount of time that has elapsed since my order was placed. Not that big of a deal other than accommodating the request for no will call.

by Kermit. on Dec 21, 2009 1:32 PM PST up reply actions

Second go-round.

by msb on Dec 21, 2009 1:37 PM PST up reply actions

This time

I had my wife get a ticket. I cant do it from work OR my phone.

by chrisisasavage on Dec 21, 2009 1:17 PM PST via mobile reply actions

I missed out and know for a fact that Taylor did too. What are the odds of being able to get a couple from people who can't go, later?

My Mariners blog - SodoMojo, Twitter Feed, Fuck the fucking Angels!

by gregrabble on Dec 21, 2009 1:38 PM PST reply actions

I plan on gaining entrance by impersonating Graham

by .Taylor on Dec 21, 2009 1:47 PM PST up reply actions

I'm going to be dishing out hand jobs to get in.

Its finally happened.

by Scruffy Lefty on Dec 21, 2009 2:00 PM PST up reply actions 3 recs

How soft are your hands?

by marc w on Dec 21, 2009 2:02 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs

Rumors are his nickname is "KY"

I fucking hate you Mariners

by kentroyals5 on Dec 21, 2009 2:59 PM PST up reply actions

You have to go, it's the only time I ever see you

by royalcurve on Dec 21, 2009 3:37 PM PST up reply actions

Oh, I'm in, there's no doubt about that.

Just wondering if I should hold out for more from Scruffy or give my other ticket to my friend, as promised.

by marc w on Dec 21, 2009 3:55 PM PST up reply actions

So you're saying you have a extra ticket?

Let me get the body oil.

Its finally happened.

by Scruffy Lefty on Dec 21, 2009 4:35 PM PST up reply actions

Jackpot

by Robert on Dec 21, 2009 2:10 PM PST up reply actions

Keep checking. There's been some refunds and a few more tickets made open

by Matthew on Dec 21, 2009 3:00 PM PST up reply actions

Seeing as how Benaroya is expensive, will the expenses be fully covered by ticket sales?

Or at least to the same extent as they were had the event been held at the library? If not, I would be more than willing to pay the difference between what I paid for my tickets and the higher price for the tickets that went on sale today.

by Aaron Campeau on Dec 21, 2009 1:58 PM PST via mobile reply actions

We're good

by Graham MacAree on Dec 21, 2009 2:02 PM PST up reply actions

Aw Fuck!

Its finally happened.

by Scruffy Lefty on Dec 21, 2009 2:00 PM PST reply actions

WTF seriously?

Can we just move the damn thing to Safeco Field?

Rooting for lovable losers since 1984.

by seattlecougar on Dec 21, 2009 2:02 PM PST reply actions

Their biggest reception room is smaller than 540 people

by Graham MacAree on Dec 21, 2009 2:07 PM PST up reply actions

I heard they have bleachers though

by seattlebruin on Dec 21, 2009 2:07 PM PST up reply actions

In January

by Graham MacAree on Dec 21, 2009 2:15 PM PST up reply actions

I'd tough it out

Rooting for lovable losers since 1984.

by seattlecougar on Dec 21, 2009 2:32 PM PST up reply actions

Fanfest

I fucking hate you Mariners

by kentroyals5 on Dec 21, 2009 3:00 PM PST up reply actions

I heard they have a big-ass retractable roof

by seattlebruin on Dec 21, 2009 4:59 PM PST up reply actions

It's cold enough in late September

by Graham MacAree on Dec 21, 2009 5:13 PM PST up reply actions

September?

I’ve frozen my ass off sitting in the shade in day games in July.

by wandergeist on Dec 21, 2009 7:22 PM PST up reply actions

I need to start checking LL during school so I don't miss things like this...

You got slurved!

by Slurvey on Dec 21, 2009 3:14 PM PST reply actions

Some people will have to drop out at the last minute so keep your eyes peeled for ticket opportunities

by Jeff Sullivan on Dec 21, 2009 3:17 PM PST up reply actions

I hope my funds will hold up in the bidding fallout that will ensue for the ticket.

You got slurved!

by Slurvey on Dec 21, 2009 3:25 PM PST up reply actions

Would anyone be willing to wear a wire to this event?

by Janic on Dec 21, 2009 3:23 PM PST reply actions

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe that would be a big no-no,

The Mariners FO people are able to say interesting things for the express reason that it’s not going public.

by redwolf75 on Dec 21, 2009 3:49 PM PST up reply actions

for the express reason it's off the record*

by redwolf75 on Dec 21, 2009 3:58 PM PST up reply actions

Off-the-record between the front office and 540 of their biggest fans, some of which also happen to be bloggers

by Janic on Dec 21, 2009 4:10 PM PST up reply actions

In the past summaries have been posted by the USSM/LL crew

but exact transcripts/videos/etc are not ever an option because they want the FO to keep coming to these things, and the best way to do that is to have Z and co. trust that these things will not be liveblogged/transcripted. It’s a conversation, not a press conference.

by pdb on Dec 21, 2009 4:12 PM PST up reply actions

Obviously we're not going to frisk everyone coming through the door

Just remember, if you do something stupid, you jeopardize the chances of these events happening in the future.

by Jeff Nye on Dec 21, 2009 6:44 PM PST up reply actions

[cough]

by msb on Dec 21, 2009 7:01 PM PST up reply actions

I've never been to the Benaroya Hall before. What is it, some kind of theater type setup?

All Hail Zduriencik!

by Goose on Dec 21, 2009 3:55 PM PST reply actions

Here's some

pictures and a description of the room where it’s being held.

by redwolf75 on Dec 21, 2009 4:00 PM PST up reply actions

Oh wow. Very nice.

All Hail Zduriencik!

by Goose on Dec 21, 2009 4:04 PM PST up reply actions

"Throw distance from control booth is 75’ "

Hmmm, not 60’6" but… I think we can manage.

by wandergeist on Dec 21, 2009 4:16 PM PST up reply actions

I suspect it's the Illsley Ball Recital Hal.

by royalcurve on Dec 21, 2009 4:01 PM PST up reply actions

Well dammit

by royalcurve on Dec 21, 2009 4:01 PM PST up reply actions

I'd think so.

“Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall: Beautifully understated, warmly inviting. This 540-seat auditorium offers the best of all worlds. Flexible and affordable, it offers an intimate setting for everything from big bands to business meetings to chamber ensembles. Community groups find the Recital Hall an ideal choice for fundraisers and concerts. Corporations praise the auditorium’s flexibility and convenience. Everyone finds a unique home in the Recital Hall. "

by msb on Dec 21, 2009 4:04 PM PST up reply actions