Jacko: Ticket Or Refund?
Posted Tue 30 Jun 2009 11:47AM BST by Dave Rumour in Snap, Crackle and Pop
As millions continue to mourn the death of Michael Jackson across the globe, many fans who bought tickets for the pop superstar's ill-fated "This Is It" dates have also been wondering when or if they will get their money back. Around 800,000 reportedly paid considerable sums to see his much-anticipated but unlikely comeback, which was scheduled to stretch across 50 dates at London's O2 Arena. Today news emerged that the promoters have come up with a novel idea to commemorate his passing.All fans will be eligible to a refund or can instead sacrifice the money to receive their exclusive ticket, which features a holographic, 3D image of Jackson in one of his iconic, dancing poses. Eight different versions are understood to have been printed and AEG Live say they have been inundated with requests from fans who are eager to keep what are sure to become collector's items and a highly-sought after piece of music memorabilia.
Company president Randy Phillips explained they were keen to make sure people were treated fairly after missing out on the chance to see Michael. "The world lost a kind soul who just happened to be the greatest entertainer the world has ever known", he explained. "Since he loved his fans in life, it is incumbent upon us to treat them with the same reverence and respect after his death." For more information on the refund policy and to view what are said to be the final live shots of Jackson, taken just two days before his death, view the video clip below:
What do you think of AEG's plan? Is it a cheap gimmick or a fitting tribute to Jackson? Will you be seeking a refund or a commemorative ticket? Have your say here...
And money from ticket sales to get neverland up and running again, in his memory.
Micheal Jackson means nothing to them except in monetary terms he was just the proverbial cash cow.
They could have posponed again and come up with a tribute where are all the saddened stars now Madonna Beyonce. Make MJ wishes come true do the final tour for him !!
Missing you Mj RIP x
my advice would be to get your money back from a ticket if you have brought one to avoid the dissapointment of an unfair refund.
Why do I want 4 useless pieces of paper ? I paid to see the man himself not hologram.
Personally I would encourage everyone to take the cash.
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The fans would have had the ticket as a souvenir anyway, after they had seen the show they paid for. Remember it is the show you are paying for, not the ticket. This shower of barefaced robbers should send the tickets and full refund with a letter of thanks for the interest their company has gained on the money they have had banked .
At least Dick Turpin wore a mask when he was robbing people.