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Originally posted by RawAlex@Aug 23 2004, 03:26 PM
Might I suggest that for the next one, you hire your OWN security, and not let the club get involved at all, except to oversee it? Get them working for you, not against you? Lessons should be learned regarding things like dress code, and such. If there is a dress code, put is clearly on the invites. If there is NO dress code, don't let the doinks from the club try to enforce it at the door.
I was very happy to miss a certain miami party when I heard what a clusterfuck the door became.
Alex
PS: If you have 2000 passes and 300 VIPs, make sure the areas are BIG ENOUGH for that many people. Nothing like getting a pass to an exclusive party then having to hand out at the door for an hour to get in... only to find the people you wanted to hook up with were the ones that just left so you could get in.
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Good points made, and lot's of past lessons learned, I'm with you on that.
Controlling a venues security 100% won't happen. It's just not possible. You have to consider which venues have a history of fucking people and which are great to work with. The best you can do is hire your own security and under cover spotters to watch their security. I've learned to set the tone early and catch them the first time they attempt to even pocket money for line priviledges or getting inside. I have them removed right away, then I bitch slap the next guy at the door.
I'd be happy with last years venue again, 100% on the same page with me. I just would prefer a venue where more people can see the big budget artist.
The important thing for me is that we have walking space and elbow room. We've been really good with that the last few parties. There is a ratio to how many passes are issued versus how many show up, I think I have that ratio down these days. The next party might be the best one I'll ever throw.