Showmasters Admin showmasters Posted January 29, 2011 Showmasters Admin Share Posted January 29, 2011 it saddens us to have to inform you that the Entertainment Media Show this March has had to be cancelled. There have been a number of problems and obstacles which have made the event this March impossible to run. Its been a hard decision to make but with one thing and another we have decided that this is the best option for both the attendees and the future of the event. We want to be able to bring you the best events possible with a wide range of the best guests out there. Over this last few days we have been informed that three of the bigger guests we already booked for this event are no longer able to attend. Also we had several large headline guests lined up which we needed to make the event really work for all the attendees, but I was also told this week that neither of these guests could make the March date either, making the guest line-up not as strong as we wanted it to be or what is needed to make this event work. We have also been informed of some other major logistical issues with running the event in March , so we no choice than to call it a day . On the guests aspect i do blame myself somewhat as I am the person who books the guests, so I am sorry for this. For the past 10 years I and my team have had the time to pull together a good strong guest list for every event. But there have been a number of personal and family issues over the past 4 months which we have had to deal with which has taken up a lot of time and effort, and it has unfortunately meant that we have not been able to give our full attention to booking guests and putting together the full line-up . I know its going to upset some of you that we are not able to run this event and I'm really sorry to have to let you down, but I feel that its better to stop and not run an event that is not up to the standards you have come to expect. We are now going to take the extra time and concentrate our efforts on Collectormania in Milton Keynes this May and LFCC in London this July, to bring you a great event and great line-up . Many of the guests who are down to attend this show including the ones who had to pull out of the March date are in the middle of being rescheduled to the next two events coming up in May and July. Most will be reconfirmed by Monday and throughout next week. All photo ops will be moved to the new dates and any tickets already purchased will be valid for the new photo shoots. Anyone not being able to attend the new dates should contact us to arrange a refund. All entry tickets will automatically be refunded. We are now getting back on track and have the time we needed to concentrate on our other events, getting you amazing guests and putting on a full event for you all to attend and something we can be proud of. Thank you for your understanding. yours sincerely Jason Joiner showmasters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators etmuse Posted January 29, 2011 Moderators Share Posted January 29, 2011 While it's sad that the event is not going ahead, it's understandable from the reasons you've given. Fingers crossed things continue to go well for getting all the guests rescheduled for the next events! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Showmasters Admin showmasters Posted January 29, 2011 Author Showmasters Admin Share Posted January 29, 2011 we are working on it as we speak and its looking fine for most we are just waiting for them to get contracts back to us and some others we are waiting to see what show they want to attend . we will keep you up to date as soon as we know jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonsanddaffodils Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 (edited) well, if there is anything I can do to help Jason, you only have to ask (ie moving stuff round on the forum etc) Edited January 29, 2011 by Rhianydd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithporter23 Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Whilst i'm sorry to hear the show is cancelled - I look forward to a bigger and better show in Milton Keynes and completely understand the reasons behind the cancellation. You have my full support for the future!! Can't wait 'til May - bring on even more bigger guests for us please!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indio Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Whilst i'm sorry to hear the show is cancelled - I look forward to a bigger and better show in Milton Keynes and completely understand the reasons behind the cancellation. You have my full support for the future!! Can't wait 'til May - bring on even more bigger guests for us please!! same here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farqhuarbeedlebum Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 oh well €200 down the drain for me....... and the same for my 2 friends who had booked non-refundable flights and cheap non-refundable hotels. Will have to forget about any conventions for the rest of the year now, can't really afford to take the risk....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlorix Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 (edited) Totally understandable, all the best to the staff mentioned and I shall look forward to May *edited to add* And don't blame yourself for anything, if it wasn't for all of you none of us would of met ANYONE that we have through your events, I hope people bare this in mind however frustrating the cancellation of EMS may be, so thank you very much for all the great people I have met so far Edited January 29, 2011 by TheVampireGirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janeway72 Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 As they say... s*** happens! It just gives me more time to save up for 4 days in MK! I'm gutted obviously but what can you do? Showmasters still put on the best shows so I'll be in MK with bells on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timelord81r Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 (edited) I sympathize, but man, massive disappointment at the loss of another event. especially one that was looking so good. I look forward to the next event which I guess now for me will be chev in may. I hope CM17 isnt hit also considering all the possible venue issues. thanks for keeping us informed jason, lets hope for clear skies and calm seas for the rest of the year. I hope Miranda Raison is re announced soon lol, I was so looking forward to meeting her. well so many guests I was at this show, but her the most. keeping my fingers crossed and my photo shoot ticket safe Edited January 29, 2011 by 1of2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talie Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 So sad as it was looking SO good =[ but nonetheless I know it wouldn't be done unless it had to! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt2006 Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Hey these things happen! Showmasters put on some amazing shows and I'm sure the next two events will be something special. Feel bad for those who booked hotels, transport etc though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glowingwings Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 (edited) Damn I can't get up to Milton Keynes Though it's understandable :) I hope Sean Maher and Joel Gretsch go to the Lfcc Also on the bright side, I might be able to afford Roadhouse 2 now Edited January 29, 2011 by Glowingwings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackAubrey Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Sorry to hear . . . . . but next one shall be even better JA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InYourHonour Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 It's a shame about the event, but the others will be stronger for it. Hope all is well/improving for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
God L'Eponge Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 oh well €200 down the drain for me....... and the same for my 2 friends who had booked non-refundable flights and cheap non-refundable hotels. Will have to forget about any conventions for the rest of the year now, can't really afford to take the risk....... I guess the same goes for a lot of the attendees that planned to come from abroad 88 EUR lost with Eurostar tickets, 40 EUR lost with a non refundable cheap hotel room and in addition i booked a place to attend the theater play 'The Children's Hour' with Keira Knightley on the saturday evening for nothing now... GUTTED! I'm gonna think twice before ever making plans to attend another con now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alisonloub Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 It is a total shame, but it's best not to go ahead if you couldn't give it your all, I think everyone would rather that, than a poor show and run the risk of your other conventions. Having said that......It now means me and the hubs don't miss out on the EMS in March as we had it slap bang in the middle of the end of a family holiday and Fangirling in Cardiff!! (I was fangirling not the hubs!)... Take Care xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myself205 Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Didn't see this coming for this event... There were a few guests I wanted to see. Hope they'd come to LFCC. Not sure about MK but that's me being selfish :-) For the person with Eurostar ticket etc: why not come London and enjoy the town and the play? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnhuk Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Its a shame but better than going ahead and it not going so well! Good luck with the rest of the years guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Count Fooku Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Whilst i'm sorry to hear the show is cancelled - I look forward to a bigger and better show in Milton Keynes and completely understand the reasons behind the cancellation. You have my full support for the future!! Can't wait 'til May - bring on even more bigger guests for us please!! Agreed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellowmarlin Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Disappointing news. I was looking forward to my first ever signing event. Fortunately, the only thing I had actually paid for so far was the flights, and £41 isn't a lot to write off, but I feel for the people who have lost so much more. If at all possible, it would be great if you could re-schedule Sean Maher (preferably for Hallowhedon 3) and Nicole de Boer, as they were the two I most wanted to meet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifi Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Oh damn. Really looking forward to meeting Walter Koenig but was beginning to be a bit suspicious about the shortage of guests. I don't think I can make MK but might be able to come in July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 All the words I want to say would be blocked by the spam filter. I was really looking forward to this show like you wouldn't believe after a hellish 6 months I've had. And I'd literally just booked my damn photoshoots. I need to know as I'm pretty skint- if I booked 2 days ago- will the order just not be put through or will it then I get a refund? I also got my Gates photoshoot for MK and I DON'T want that to be cancelled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adriangill Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 All the words I want to say would be blocked by the spam filter. I was really looking forward to this show like you wouldn't believe after a hellish 6 months I've had. And I'd literally just booked my damn photoshoots. I need to know as I'm pretty skint- if I booked 2 days ago- will the order just not be put through or will it then I get a refund? I also got my Gates photoshoot for MK and I DON'T want that to be cancelled. Feel free to e-mail me the words if it helps Your Gates photo shoot ticket will be fine even though you ordered it at the same time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purgatori Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 oh well €200 down the drain for me....... and the same for my 2 friends who had booked non-refundable flights and cheap non-refundable hotels. Will have to forget about any conventions for the rest of the year now, can't really afford to take the risk....... Same for me... though it won't be the only convention in the year. I lost 200€ train + hotel that are not refundable... It's very sad that the event don't happen but when you live far, you have to schedule all and here my boyfriend and I both loose 200€ (each)... I guess I won't be charged for the tickets to that event I bought lately?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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