Michael Buble postponed show because of Stanley Cup game 7

pjl44

Solat13 wrote:

pjl44 wrote:

Solat13 wrote:

I have no problem with it. I mean what's worse postponing your show one day and putting on your best effort or going through the motions because your mind won't be on the show for a packed house who paid a lot of money to see you.

I think postponing the show is worse. At least those who are selling/eating their tickets are making the choice as a ticketholder. If that decision is being made for you and you couldn't care less about the game, I imagine it would be frustrating.

How are they eating their tix? He's offering a full refund for anyone who can't go the next day?

I meant the person eating their tix to watch the game.

vedderfan10

Michael Buble is a class act.

Nobody expected the Stanley Cup playoffs to go on as long as they have -- and fans of Michael Buble know how Canadian he is and how much of a hockey supporter he is. This guesture is very thoughtful of him (knowing how much the Boston supporters want to see this final game). He might lose a few fans over this (very few) but whatever. It's a free world.

Good for him, I say!!

Citizen Zack

I'm taking the "bad move" side on this one. Seems like this could really put some people out. What if they have flights/hotels? What if they couldn't make it the next night anyway? Even with a refund, you miss out on a show that you planned and paid for in advance because of a hockey game? Not cool, no matter how much you like hockey. Need to stick to your schedule to accommodate paying fans. If some paying fans choose not to go, that's their personal choice.

By the way, if Ed would have played Houston (stop laughing) I wouldn't skip the performance for any sports event. And I'm a sports nut. Luckily for me, Houston sports teams are crap. And Ed/PJ don't come to Houston. I can't even make a hypothetical out of this. Anyway I spin it, it's depressing. :?

mfc2006

Citizen Zack wrote:

I'm taking the "bad move" side on this one. Seems like this could really put some people out. What if they have flights/hotels? What if they couldn't make it the next night anyway? Even with a refund, you miss out on a show that you planned and paid for in advance because of a hockey game? Not cool, no matter how much you like hockey. Need to stick to your schedule to accommodate paying fans. If some paying fans choose not to go, that's their personal choice.

By the way, if Ed would have played Houston (stop laughing) I wouldn't skip the performance for any sports event. And I'm a sports nut. Luckily for me, Houston sports teams are crap. And Ed/PJ don't come to Houston. I can't even make a hypothetical out of this. Anyway I spin it, it's depressing. :?

exactly what i was thinking. it would be hard if the Astros were in game 7 of the series, though. crappy move by Mr. Bubbles.

jimed14

Citizen Zack wrote:

By the way, if Ed would have played Houston (stop laughing) I wouldn't skip the performance for any sports event. And I'm a sports nut. Luckily for me, Houston sports teams are crap. And Ed/PJ don't come to Houston. I can't even make a hypothetical out of this. Anyway I spin it, it's depressing. :?

Looking at your avatar ... what if A&M were in the National Championship game the same night as a EV show?

Citizen Zack

jimed14 wrote:

Citizen Zack wrote:

By the way, if Ed would have played Houston (stop laughing) I wouldn't skip the performance for any sports event. And I'm a sports nut. Luckily for me, Houston sports teams are crap. And Ed/PJ don't come to Houston. I can't even make a hypothetical out of this. Anyway I spin it, it's depressing. :?

Looking at your avatar ... what if A&M were in the National Championship game the same night as a EV show?

I'd honestly go to the show - assuming I didn't have tickets to the game. I think most people are ditching tix to watch on tv, right. I will say that the lack of shows in the south probably factors into my decision here. I've never seen an Ed solo show and although I've seen a handful of PJ shows, I've had to travel for most. I guess if they played here every tour I might have a different outlook. But I will stick with my stance on bad move to change the show for a game.

Citizen Zack

jimed14 wrote:

Citizen Zack wrote:

By the way, if Ed would have played Houston (stop laughing) I wouldn't skip the performance for any sports event. And I'm a sports nut. Luckily for me, Houston sports teams are crap. And Ed/PJ don't come to Houston. I can't even make a hypothetical out of this. Anyway I spin it, it's depressing. :?

Looking at your avatar ... what if A&M were in the National Championship game the same night as a EV show?

I would likely DVR the game and go to the concert. Can't re-watch a concert that I skip.

LukinFan

given2fly23 wrote:

probably not the case for a weekday Michael Buble show, but what if someone bought plane tickets and hotel rooms to come see a show?

Shitty thing to do, IMO.

exactly! This is a very shitty thing to do for the travelers.

jimed14

Fair enough C-Zack, I was just curious as I know how huge college football is in Texas.

Again, it's completely a personal decision and I fault no one that goes either way on this issue.

Agree with others that an artist canceling a performance, potentially screwing up peoples travel plans, pretty weak.

edvedder913

do you really think people travel for Michael Buble? :shock:

I think we are the only freaks that do such things.....

especially book flights/hotels before shows are even announced

His fans will live

Citizen Zack

jimed14 wrote:

Fair enough C-Zack, I was just curious as I know how huge college football is in Texas.

Again, it's completely a personal decision and I fault no one that goes either way on this issue.

Agree with others that an artist canceling a performance, potentially screwing up peoples travel plans, pretty weak.

The A&M scenario would definitely be the toughest call for me. It would be such a rare experience to see them play for a national title (1939 champs!) But I think I'd still take the show.