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Bill explained the "frequent buyer" plan he devised for customers. At specific spending levels,
customers were given one, two or three pair of tickets for any show of their choosing. Board
members were unanimous in praising the concept. Bill pointed out that the box office staff is
trained and good at up-selling, and that we offer discounts on multiple show purchases as well.
Both efforts result in increased sales.
An extra show was added to Birdhouse Factory for Thursday, September 25 with prices
reduced from the Friday night performance. Ads that will run on Comcast will help explain
what this show is, so that should increase interest. Bill also is trying to get more live media
exposure.
Butch was hoping to have something to report regarding the ongoing Economic Research
Associates study on whether a new facility is feasible and preferable to remodeling the
Hemmens, but they are still trying to acquire some of the numbers for the utilities expenses.
Jeff mentioned the Fox Fire Fest survey responses. Compilation is two thirds complete and so
far it looks like newspapers and signs are the primary places people say they have seen
advertising for Hemmens shows. Shows people would like to see by far seem to be rock and
pop, and musicals. He also discussed the importance of addressing the needs of the Hispanic
population.
Jeff circulated the sign-up sheet for greeters for the first half of the season.
Rich suggested we consider offering "rush tickets", i.e., at a specific time prior to each
performance available seats would be sold at a substantial discount. This is similar to the Hot
Tix model. To avoid having people holding back on purchases, anticipating discounted tickets,
we could offer these to specific groups only, such as seniors and students. Butch pointed out
this should be done as a cash only business so it doesn't increase box office lines. Rich
suggested a separate table and line for these tickets where staff would have the tickets in hand
to exchange for cash. That would move quite well.
Bill will be attending a booking conference later this month. He asked that members email him
in the next day or two if they come up with ideas for bookings that he could research while
there.
The next scheduled meeting is October 9, 2008 at 6:00 pm in The Hemmens North Lobby.
Kevin moved to adjourn the meeting. Rich seconded.
Meeting adjourned at 6:45 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
JaI� ral( September 11, 2008
Recording Secretary
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