[Kahuna32162]

Got an email from the Villages Entertainment that because of the huge increase virus cases, they are cancelling the outdoor concert series at the Polo grounds in July. Bummer, sounded like it would be fun.

[gatorbill1]

Probably didn't sell enough tickets - the virus doesn't seem to upset them in other venues

[Nucky]

Originally Posted by Kahuna32162

Got an email from the Villages Entertainment that because of the huge increase virus cases, they are cancelling the outdoor concert series at the Polo grounds in July. Bummer, sounded like it would be fun.

Probably ascared of who may show up. You can pick up what I'm laying down, correct?

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by gatorbill1

Probably didn't sell enough tickets - the virus doesn't seem to upset them in other venues

That was my thought as well

[JoMar]

Originally Posted by gatorbill1

Probably didn't sell enough tickets - the virus doesn't seem to upset them in other venues

Maybe those here are a little more cautious, maybe the other venues don't have the increases Florida is starting to see, maybe the entertainers pulled out, maybe the tickets didn't cover costs (not sure I believe that since acts are coming to The Sharon at 25% capacity). Could be lots of reasons.

[davem4616]

I wouldn't be surprised to hear that ticket sales weren't close to what they expected and they pulled the plug

That said...could have been other factors involved

[charmed59]

Originally Posted by JoMar

Maybe those here are a little more cautious, maybe the other venues don't have the increases Florida is starting to see, maybe the entertainers pulled out, maybe the tickets didn't cover costs (not sure I believe that since acts are coming to The Sharon at 25% capacity). Could be lots of reasons.

Our tickets for the play at the Sharon with 25% capacity on Wed were also cancelled.

[Chi-Town]

Too bad about the cancellations. Sure seemed like a good idea to provide some fun acts and a safe environment.

[tophcfa]

This pandemic is really becoming a major bummer. If an outdoor social distancing concert watched by people inside cars and golf carts who are social distancing can't work safely or economically, then what will anytime soon. Oh well, better to be safe than sorry. Stay safe out there.

[tophcfa]

Originally Posted by charmed59

Our tickets for the play at the Sharon with 25% capacity on Wed were also cancelled.

Bottom line is they can't make enough revenue to even break even at significantly reduced capacity. And even with reduced capacity, the demand just is not there. Here is crossing all fingers and toes that a reliable vaccination is around the corner.

[tonycirocco@me.com]

Originally Posted by Kahuna32162

Got an email from the Villages Entertainment that because of the huge increase virus cases, they are cancelling the outdoor concert series at the Polo grounds in July. Bummer, sounded like it would be fun.

Could the cancellation possibly be from the outrageous price asked for this event?? Come on, man, $100.00 per? Seriously?

[JulieER]

It has been stated that even if there is, it is not believed that it will work on us oldsters. Harvard, I believe, is working on that.

[Two Bills]

Golf Cart Concerts Cancelled

Not a problem.
Our cart didn't want to go anyway!

[Omycherie]

Bummer! We had our tickets for Queen and was really looking forward to the concert.

[Linnberg]

Originally Posted by tophcfa

This pandemic is really becoming a major bummer. If an outdoor social distancing concert watched by people inside cars and golf carts who are social distancing can't work safely or economically, then what will anytime soon. Oh well, better to be safe than sorry. Stay safe out there.

Of course it has nothing to do with the virus as you notice that nothing else has been closed, 100% due to few tickets sold. Day before I checked to see what was sold out, every area for every group still showing tickets.
We were excited but lots of
People though price was too much. I tonight quite reasonable for what was a unique, fun, safe venue.
When I did speak rep to get my money returned, she said people refusing to sign up because complained would be too hot. Maybe some other season.