Moderators DavidB Posted February 6, 2009 Moderators Share Posted February 6, 2009 Well I would imagine they'll only have a certain amount of stock, depending on what they're selling. A lot of dealers have to travel to the event like attendees, and would just have what they bring. Can't really say how fast things will sell, as I don't know what they'll have, nor whether people will buy lots in there or save for the auction etc. Just have to wait and see really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyT Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 Question: Will the money from the auctions be going to a designated charity/charities, or will they be going to the agents of the guests to pay their fees? Thats what I would like to know. We've already bought our tickets, the tshirts, the twilight goodie bag. showmasters are making lots of money from the twilighters. i thought thered be more guests for the amount of money being made. im not spending more money in an auction if its going into the organisers pockets and we're not seeing guests for it. The money should go to charity. I'm not sure why you'd think there'd be more guests for the amount of money being made? I can only assume you have no idea how much it costs to get a guest to appear, flights, hotel fees etc. I think it's a bit harsh making them out to be some kinda money grabbers when no one has any idea of the money that goes into running a show like this As far as I know, the auctions are to raise money to put back into running future events, not charity ones. If some people have an issue with that, then fair enough, don't buy anything. But I personally don't have an issue with it - after all, they're a business, and often make losses on events. They're certainly not the HUGE profit makers some would believe. Yes, I think in one of the other Showmasters subforums Jason says he lost £150,000 on LFCC at Wembley some years ago. I don't think that these events are a licence for the organisers to print money. The other thing to remember is that this event was announced in mid-August last year. Which means that the costings for it were probably done in early August or in July, when the exchange rate was about 2US dollars to the pound. It's now less than 1.5 dollars to the pound. Which means that any US dollar costs are now about 30% more expensive than originally budgeted. US dollar costs like the appearance fees for US actors; they will almost certainly have specified an amount in US dollars that they want paying. That amount now requires 30% or so more pounds to pay. And international airline costs are based on a dollar price. If you wanted to book a return flight from LA to London, first class, in several weeks time (i.e. not silly last minute prices but in reasonable time), then you're looking at nearly $21,000. So, given the slump in the exchange rate, that first class air ticket is about four thousand quid more expensive than last summer. You'll note that the event prices haven't changed since being announced, despite the fact that a substantial portion of the costs will obviously have escalated considerably. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sazzzy Posted February 9, 2009 Share Posted February 9, 2009 If you think about it, The money you spend on acutions will be going on money for the gutes YOU want for ET2, and isnt that ALL good ? lol. im sure if sm/me cud afford to run the events and give to chairty they wud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thewhiteladyofrohan Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 (edited) it's quite simple really, if you want the item bid on it, if you want to give your money to charity, donate to charity (it's comic relief soon) but if you want to attend future events and really want someone like rob to ever turn up, then the money needs to go to ME (thats massive events not me), they NEED the money to get the guests, no guest is free, it costs money for hotels, flights, bookings, meals etc. if you don't want ME to have the money don't bid it makes it cheaper for the rest of us. and don't forget even if you spent all your money on the script for example, it would actually increase in value over time so it's more of an investment, and no one forces you to bid, the items are awesome and not something you would be able to get your hands on yourself normally so definately worth bidding if you can afford it, if not just enjoy watching it, it can be fun to watch, if not it's always just before the meal so you can go grab some food and have longer to get dressed for the party :) honestly just enjoy it, if you try and get your head into the politics of it all you'll just depress yourself and stop yourself enjoy it. Edited February 12, 2009 by thewhiteladyofrohan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bl00djunkie Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 Someone is going to have to holdd my hands down lol lol..i was thionking the same Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aednil Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Shall the dinner be last on the scherdue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xVickyCullenx Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 EEEP, THE CINEMA STANDEE!! I lovelovelove those things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.Kirst Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Auction items at Eternal Twilight * 1 Kristen Stewart 10x8 signed photo (Bella Swan) Ahaha! Miiine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xVickyCullenx Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 I'm going to be sooo gutted watching the auction,I just know I won't win anythingxD Twilight Cinema standee... *dreeam* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jemma Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 hmmmm i am know where my money will be going Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemma89 Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 I need to boycott the auction. I actually need money for stuff like food and petrol and alcohol. I just know I will crazy bid for everything if left unsupervised. I need to boycott the auction. I actually need money for stuff like food and petrol and alcohol. I just know I will crazy bid for everything if left unsupervised. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CillaCullen Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 Ohh I would love the cinema standee....but I don't think I could get it in my suitcase.... I wonder if one could buy an extra seat for Edward....*thinks* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Showmasters Admin Too Tall Posted February 20, 2009 Showmasters Admin Share Posted February 20, 2009 Shall the dinner be last on the scherdue? It usually is, although it has been suggested and I will suggest it myself again, that it is one of the first items to be auctioned so if people want to they can go off and get ready. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz5490 Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 I've decided (at half 5 this morning) I'm not drinking so more money for this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.CharCullen Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 a book signed by stephenie meyer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomcasstillie Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 This may seem stupid but what's a 24" Cinema Insert ?? sorry i'm not sure what it is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.CharCullen Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 hmmm me neither ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theblackrose Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Pay day tomorrow, for goodness sake keep me away from the auction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Ragamuffin Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 This may seem stupid but what's a 24" Cinema Insert ?? sorry i'm not sure what it is I'm assuming its one of the stand ups or larger posters that the cinema use to advertise the movie release Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purple_Vamp Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Pay day for me on Friday, but I've learned in the last couple of days that my bank account has gone a bit t*ts up (my own stupid fault), and it could take up to 10 days to get my money back. Not good news for this weekend as I was hoping to book up ET2 too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacey Posted February 26, 2009 Share Posted February 26, 2009 My work always pays me late which is very annoying, but lucky in this case as I won't spend what I don't have yet! I will just have the job of holding my sisters arms down! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haunted Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 I'm curious what the dinner will go for, LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sazzzy Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 I cant believe how much it went for :| my goosh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
touchthesky Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 Pray, do tell! What went for what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sazzzy Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 haha.. well my friend jazz was texting me during action and the meal went for £650 the book went for £675 the script went for £520.. hmmm kellans chair £300 a slow dance with peter £300.. id love to know who bought them!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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