Star Wars In Concert

[Obievon[501st]]

Great news, (if you don't already know)

 

Star Wars in Concert dates have been updated and it's official for my area St. Louis.

 

December 10th at Scottrade Center 7:30 p.m. I will be totally geeking out.

http://www.scottradecenter.com/STC-events/starwars.html

 

Just thought I'd pass on the info.

 

And it looks like they might be stopping in other parts of the US too...

 

Bust out the Bic lighters!

[PuttZGTI04]

I'm looking forward to this. Its in my area, Sacramento-CA, this weekend. A good number of our local 501st garrison will be at the two performances. I'll be out there on Sat.

[bluehickey]

I had to post this mission report from the 501st Legion forums. This report was written by a 501st member that trooped the Anaheim show on Oct 1st:

 

 

Event Rundown:

Upon arrival there was a comped parking gate list with our names on it and we were directed as to where to park.

The event organizer was very friendly and escorted us to our dressing room.

Most troopers arrived between 1 and 2 1/2 hours earlier before the show, which the organizers really appreciated.

We were given a very nice conference room to change in that was centrally located and had plenty of room to change and store our bins.

Water and food was not provided by the event staff. Thinking that might be a possibility I brought an ice chest with plenty of waters for our troopers. You guys might want to do the same unless the event organizers tell you otherwise.

By 5:30pm a good amount of us went down for photo ops. (5:30pm is when the VIP's are let in, 6/6:30pm for everyone else)

From the minute you step out in costume 'till the minute the show starts you will be taking pictures NON-STOP. The fans were VERY excited to take pics and interact with us. Find a wall and plan on making camp there. Your best bet are the the large backdrops scattered through the exhibit.

Bring wranglers! I would say one for every 5-10 troopers is needed. Im sure we could of brought our little ewoks and/or jawas and they we of been ok with it. BUT keep in mind this is NON-STOP photos. It might be hard to get your little ones away from the crowd if they need a break. So keep that in mind.

Souvenirs were a little rich for my blood. Programs were $30 and t-shirts ran from $35-45.

10 minutes before the show started the event organizer gathered us all up and made sure we had seats for the concert. Our seats were AWESOME. They were in the middle in front the show. The first 45 minutes of the show was SPECTACULAR! Im sure im not the only one who got shivers up there spine when the main theme and Imperial march played.

After 45 minutes, they had about a 30 minute intermission. Our troops went back at it again. Once again standing for non-stop photo ops. Intermission ended and we got back to our seats. The last 45 minutes were killer. Lazers, smoke, and the orchestra wowed everyone in attendance.

Once again, our troopers went back out after the show for about another 30-45 minutes for non-stop photo ops. The crowd fizzled down after about 30-45 minutes later and we called it a night. The event organizer came up to the dressing room and thanked us. They were very grateful and appreciated us very much.

 

We made ALOT of kids and big-kids smile! And getting to see the concert was the cherry on top. Good troop guys and gals!

 

AND a very big THANK YOU to our wranglers!

 

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I'll be trooping the Salt Lake City show on October 16th and am totally excited!

[ThayNerd[TK]]

I'll be at the Sacramento show this Saturday. Really looking forward to it.

[Plastic Fury[TK]]

It's the end of October for us Florida folks and we too are very much looking forward to this!!

[TK-7980]

I'm hoping to go to the one in Michigan.

 

Will they have a problem with me if I show up in armor?

[dougefresh]

I'm hoping to go to the one in Michigan.

 

Will they have a problem with me if I show up in armor?

 

I'll be trooping the event here in Denver on the 18th. Between the 501st and those wussy rebel guys, there's gonna be at least 30 characters and a bunch of droids at each show. Sounds like a blast!

Can't wait!

 

Alex-- you should check with your local Garrison, it's very likely they have something scheduled.

*EDIT* -- the only thing is, I know since the event is LFL santioned, they're requiring all the people in costume to be 501st, and we've each had to submit a photo to LFL for approval prior to attending. If it's something you're interested in, I'd recommend getting your 501st application in as soon as ya' can.

[pandatrooper[TK]]

I would so troop at this, but sadly, no Canadian dates on the west coast.

[bluehickey]

the only thing is, I know since the event is LFL santioned, they're requiring all the people in costume to be 501st, and we've each had to submit a photo to LFL for approval prior to attending. If it's something you're interested in, I'd recommend getting your 501st application in as soon as ya' can.

 

Actually there is some wiggle room with the 501st status. In our garrison we asked if children could come as Jawas or Ewoks and the shows producers said 'yes, as long as they are over the age of 12'. The kids are obviously NOT 501st members, but still had to submit pics too, so it might be worth asking if you can come.

[dougefresh]

Good to know, Ryan!

 

Get on It, Alex!