OMG LUCAS ZOMG! (official confirmation) - Jon Stewart to inverview Lucas!

Thanks. When everyone mentioned "Reed" I assumed it was a person. I've already sent emails to the people on that list and have heard crickets in response. So, believe me, I'm not just complaining here for the fun of it. I tried contacting the appropriate people first.

 

Maybe if enough people asked pretty please they might take action. Why must we accept disappointment? A lot of things were "just the way things are" until some people said, "Um, scuze me but..."

 

I can't believe there are only 300 VIP spots. Would have guessed a much highter number but this is my first big con of any kind.

 

They do have large rooms. But, the main room is the dealer/ autograph room, the Laser Tag and CV store. Take a look at the convention center map, there are no other really big rooms.

I would hope they are planning for people to camp out. They are not telling people to camp out, but they know that's what people are going to do.

I live near NYC, so I'm used to big events where people camp out for hours, days, etc. It happens for concerts, sports events, conventions, etc.

When the event was first announced, I was actually expecting it to be later in the day and knew people would basically be getting in line as soon as the show opened. Which would mean in order to go to the event you would have to waste the entire day standing in line and miss anything else at the show. There way too many other things to do at the convention, I would like to see the Lucas appearance, but I was already expecting that I would have to miss it. I guess I've just gone to enough shows that I sort of know what to expect.

 

I hear you there Jedifan256. I'm surprised the word lawsuit hasn't been slug let. lol

 

I bet fans would understand postponing laser tag for half a day if it means a room that could hold a larger crowd. Laser tag is not their main event.

There's a difference, however, from a few hardcores camping out to get the best seats or bragging rights of being first vs. making it a requirement to simply see the event that's been promoted as the main draw.

I know it happens at other events. Here's the difference: they are deliberately putting the live event in a room that doesn't come anywhere close to meeting the needs of those who want to go. The priority for the organizers doesn't seem to be getting people into their signature event but to have just enough to make a good backdrop. Many of those who camp out won't see the event live even if they DO camp out.

Why do we have to resign ourselves to less? "I expected a crap sandwich and that's what I'm getting. Oh well." Maybe I missed the message of a certain film franchise, but I've grown up to believe that fighting for what you believe in is how things get better. I bet Lucas would agree with that idea. I'd like to attend the event promoted, see Lucas speak in person and not have to sleep on a sidewalk to do it.

 

I would love to see this, and if I get to I'll be thrilled, but I'm not going to spend that much time waiting in line for the mere chance to see it. I'm of the crowd who will make the most of the night before and morning trying to get into other things that I want to see and make the most of the time with the friends I'm there to be with in the first place!

 

So, what about disabled Star Wars fans? Those unable to camp outside all night? Are they excluded from wristbands?

Maybe this is something I missed in all the fine print, but is this even covered? I myself may be able to handle sitting in line all night because of my obsession with SW :~) but what about my friend on multiple BP meds, etc. who has bought a ticket for CV? I know this would be a not uncommon situation as many SW and sci-fi fans are older or have to deal with disabilities of all kinds.

I don't want to stir up trouble, but I just don't think this was thought out before implementation.

Martha

 

I understand you don't want to stir up trouble, but as stated before in this thread. Nobody here has the answers to any of these questions. They should all be directed at ReedExpo. Yes you may have to wait to get an answer, but ranting here doesn't do anybody any good except get others going on and on... And this thread was never for that.

 

If you read what was posted on CV website it says:

Wristbands for The Main Event will be passed out at the entrance to the Queue Hall. Wristbands will be given out first come, first served. Wristbands will first be given out to the Celebration Stage. Once these have all been claimed, wristbands to the Digital Stage will be distributed. After Digital Stage Wristbands are gone, Behind-The-Scenes wristbands will be passed out. Finally, Fan Stage wristbands will be provided until these, too, have all been claimed. After receiving your Main Event wristband, you will then be directed to the general attendee line. Please note there is not a separate Main Event line. Instead, there is one, master general attendee line to enter the convention. This line will move at 10 AM when the show opens. Attendees with wristbands for the Celebration Stage will be guided to the Celebration Stage, attendees with wristbands to the Digital Stage will be guided to the Digital Stage, etc. Attendees without wristbands are free to visit the Celebration Experience Exhibit Hall and all other show features.

To which I am assuming that there will be different colored writstbands or something to denotes what room you are in. If you want you can leave and know that you are going to be guaranteed a seat in whatever room you have a wristband for. If you want a good seat, then you will have to line up early.

I am also disappointed to hear that some people think that if you stand outside waiting for Lucas you are no better than a pack animal. I find that rather insulting.

[Walks away bleating "LUUUUUUUCAS!! LUUUUUUUCAS LUUUUUCAS]

 

Wonder if Reed will be passing out "I SAW IT!!" pins to each fan as they are exiting The Main Event.

 

Because of the schedule I keep with my job and home life, I am awake from 2:30PM to about 4:30AM, and from 6:30 AM to about 12 noon 5 days a week anyway (I only sleep around 4 1/2 to 5 hours a day). Trying to see the Main Event is something I can handle. I will be in line with my folding chair some necessaties , and if needed my poncho and umbrella. Waiting

 

Because of the huge amount of people that will be trying to get in to see George, I think that the lines for some of the other things will not be as crowded. That'll be the time I'll be trying to get my Mark Hamill autograph.

 

I feel like someone should call all of the local stores down there and tell them to stock up on beach chairs, tarps, ponchos, umbrellas, tents, etc. so they are ready for us.

 

Yeah, very true. At least there will be a silver lining for any fan who can't get in to see Lucas.

 

That is exactly what I'll be doing if I don't try for the 'main event' or try but don't get in.

 

HAPPY CAMPERS lol well excuse me for paying my hard earned earnings to travel half way across the globe to celebrate the greatness that is STAR WARS as a so called VIP or what!! Roll on CV in under 3 weeks time I cant wait MAIN EVENT or NOT!

 

I'm seriously thinking about being a happy camper that night! lol. I just need to decide the time I will be there. I would not really "camp", I will go to my hotel to sleep before. I think maybe sleeping from 6-7 pm to 1 am and then go wait in line from around 1:45 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Then, wait again until 10:00 a.m., then wait again until the interview starts 11:00 a.m. Whew lots of waiting! But it's all worth it. I'm just trying to decide on the time... I don't think 2,000 people will be there waiting in line already at 1:45 a.m.?!

 

No Lucas for me.......I'll be doing one of my shifts for OPX that AM. And I was really looking forward to Jon Stewart too!

 

I'm with Admiral_Ozzel on this one.

I'm a Florida local so only a 2 hour drive to Orlando/CV for me. I will roll into the Hilton hotel (connected to the convention center) with my truck and camping gear:
- Folding chairs
- Nintendo DS
- various magazines
- Umbrellas

Yea, I'm not planning on starting the line, but once one starts... It will be on my radar and I will be ready to setup camp. For this event, I think a little Puzzle Quest 2 will go a long way.

 

I hope we don't go to such extremes as this

http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/07/25/comic.con.pen.stabbing/index.html?hpt=T2

 

The suspect was later seen being led away in handcuffs. He had on a blue "Harry Potter" T-shirt.

Priceless