Boston Opera House Gala [Archive] - Beastie Boys Message Board

corduroy10904

07-06-2007, 11:02 AM

finding a hotel isn't proving to be easy, but i am so looking forward to this show.

i hope a show pops up on the radar for Washington, DC!

i've stayed in boston overnight for concerts before, and both times i stayed at the ramada in dorchester http://netopiadesigncenter.com/bostonhotel/hotelhome/

i think its $140 a night. its right outside of the city and there's a free shuttle that brings you to the subway station (until 11pm, if later then u just have to call them)

ha, and my seats are also row AA of the dress circle, left center section (seats 9&10 i think)

b i o n i c

07-06-2007, 11:04 AM

i stayed at a sheraton right outside of boston for $80 a night. i would think they have shuttles too?

Marlene

07-06-2007, 03:47 PM

Thanks everyone for the suggestions. I do want to stay downtown and I'm between two choices right now, based on their availability and convenience (location)....the nine zero and the ritz. The only hotel I've stayed at previously in Boston was the Hilton (Boston Financial Center). Seems a lot of the hotels around Copley Square are just booked solid.

Marlene

07-06-2007, 03:48 PM

ha, and my seats are also row AA of the dress circle, left center section (seats 9&10 i think)

I'm gonna look for you! Thanks for the hotel recommendation.

seth.thomas

07-06-2007, 07:15 PM

Just got tickets (stubhub.com), dress circle front row, left center right next to center section. Anyone else on the board flying to/going to this gala event?

Hopefully, another show will be added in the DC area, too.

yo...my girl and i will be near you.. we are front row in the dress circle.. i used to be hardcore on the boards back in the day... new acct. but im stoked....

my homeboy from college lives in Boston....crashing at his apt.

are you doing dinner before the gala?

Marlene

07-06-2007, 08:36 PM

yo...my girl and i will be near you.. we are front row in the dress circle.. i used to be hardcore on the boards back in the day... new acct. but im stoked....

are you doing dinner before the gala?

cool that people from the board are going to be near one another.

yes, on dinner. not sure where yet though. suggestions?

where are you coming from? me, from virginia - just outside DC.

NicRN77

07-07-2007, 12:20 AM

I'm going solo to both the Gala and regular shows in Boston. If anyone is game for meeting up for dinner/drinks beforehand let me know! There are a bunch of great restaurants right near the Opera House in Downtown Crossing.

alex4412

07-07-2007, 07:53 PM

I'm from Boston... sitting Mezz Right Center Row D

seth.thomas

07-09-2007, 03:53 PM

cool that people from the board are going to be near one another.

yes, on dinner. not sure where yet though. suggestions?

where are you coming from? me, from virginia - just outside DC.

hmm not sure where to eat... maybe we can get some suggestions...
I'd like something rather fancy!

Im from Maine, so its not much of a drive ... three hours or so.

NicRN77

07-09-2007, 09:20 PM

There are many great restaurants right around the Opera House. I've eaten at Ivy which is Italian...not super dressy...more casual elegant I guess is what they say. Also eaten at Mantra which is French/Indian. I must say the hostess was a bit snotty there though.

Anyone willing to invite me along to there pre-gig party feel free!! ;)

Marlene

07-09-2007, 11:48 PM

i'm definitely up for some pre-gala drinks!

Mantra looks interesting.....not sure if I can eat there, but will ask them if they have a vegan options for their vegetarian entrees.

also, i know this is a girly question, but what are you guys wearing? i'm kind of up in the air about how dressy/formal i'm going to be.

Casey D

07-09-2007, 11:51 PM

ORCCTR row J dead center (thanks itunes)

now I know its a gala event, but how strict is the dress code? like am I supposed to wear a full suit complete with dress shoes?

I was planning on wearing some khakis with a buttondown shirt (tucked in) and a tie. footwear would be some AF-1's

that seems fine for a beastie boys gala right?

Marlene

07-10-2007, 12:02 AM

i'm undecided whether to wear a formal dress or to wear black formal suit pants with a dressy blouse..... i've gone to the symphony in jeans before (music for the masses, etc.), but when going to opera i dress up a bit, but not super formal.....that said i'm more excited to go to this gala than any opera i've seen before, so maybe super formal would be appropos?

i've heard that generally people get very dressed up to go to the Boston Opera House, fwiw......but, Casey D since you live in Boston, maybe you and NicRN77 can clue the rest of us in?

Casey D

07-10-2007, 12:12 AM

well, I have only been in boston for a year, I go to school here so I am not really sure

Marlene

07-10-2007, 12:22 AM

i think it will probably be a mix of what you described wearing and perhaps people wearing more formal attire.

i wouldn't sweat the suit, especially since you are a student and probably don't have suits lining your closet.

Casey D

07-10-2007, 01:16 AM

yeah, especially an art student

NicRN77

07-10-2007, 07:12 AM

Hey guys. I went to see Damien Rice at the Opera House back in May and I just wore jeans. No one dressed up. I've seen a couple plays there, Movin' Out and Hairspray and I think I just wore nice dress pants and a shirt. I plan on dressing up a little bit...but not super formal. I have this dress I wore to my friend's wedding rehearsal I may just wear that. It is dressy but not too dressy. Still feels weird to be dressing up for a Beastie show!

Marlene-are you attending the show alone? I think we should definetley all meet up beforehand.

Nicole

slownlow

07-10-2007, 05:21 PM

I'll be down from Portland early eve and looking to get together with B-persons. Im not so sure how formal you have to get for the Gala....never mind the Opera House formal premise....I caught a few nights of the White Stripes there a year or so ago and it was super casual. I think the Boys are looking for pimp attire more than Formal wear....but i'v been out of the loop, but thats how the TT5B tour went. It was more who could be more outrageous in thier attire.

I plan on keeping my drinks formal and keepin the rest feelin fresh.

I may also have an xtra, and it should be right up front...and i'd like to keep it in the family if i do...I'll let ya know.

We ate at some dumpy rest/pub across the street before...not bad for a quick drink preshow..but the food sucked. Obviously forgot the name. But we neeed more suggestions..

WhoMoi?

07-10-2007, 09:18 PM

I saw Guster there a couple months ago and it was casual attire - jeans, etc. When I saw the ballet there, people dressed up a little more...no jeans or sneakers type of thing.

So the dress code for the Opera House just depends on the event...and it seems that the Beastie Boys want us to step it up a little. So I'm thinking just a little more formal than your usual concert attire, at the least. Or go totally overboard to impress! :D

There are definitely lots of options for dining around there! For casual places to eat, Rock Bottom (brewery/restaurant), P.F. Chang's, and Legal Seafood are all nearby. Jakob Wirth's is near there too...I've never been there but heard it's good, and can be a dress-down or dress-up spot. I've heard good things about Ivy and Mantra too, and a wine bar/restaurant called Vinalia.

corduroy10904

07-10-2007, 10:26 PM

i just recieved my tickets in the mail today! i can't believe it says "dress to impress" on them.

i'm actually going to go buy a dress for this show, and my boyfriend says he'll wear a suit. i dont care if we look like fools, this is going to be a really fun night and i can't wait. :D

seth.thomas

07-11-2007, 06:04 PM

formal. if you arent gonna look fresh, id just stay home...

alex4412

07-11-2007, 06:55 PM

Torn if I want to go or not... I have a ticket for MzzRC Row D. But I'm not going with anyone and I already have GA tickets to the BoA Pav!

vidablue421

07-11-2007, 07:28 PM

I don't know what the capacity of the opera house is...but I don't think your going alone. You should have a couple thousand friends. And WTF it yauch 43rd!

alex4412

07-11-2007, 07:43 PM

Ok so who wants to meet up, I'm going!

vidablue421

07-11-2007, 08:09 PM

Thats more like it. Your going to have a stellar time. I'm up in the mez too. I had to get split tickets, so my friend and I won't be next to each other...but the music contects us all.

NicRN77

07-11-2007, 08:21 PM

I'm in the Mezzanine too, row BB. Going to the show solo isn't so bad. I went to the last BBoys show in Worcester in 2004 alone. Met up with some really cool guys before the show for some drinks. I was sitting next to someone who also was there alone. Going to a concert solo is a whole different experience!

alex4412

07-13-2007, 08:47 AM

The vibe at the Worcester show IMHO wasn't great. It was bad enough I even bought tickets with some friends to see them in New York. But I never like shows in Worcester... just something about the city I guess.

seth.thomas

07-13-2007, 12:15 PM

Casey D

07-13-2007, 01:18 PM

I've only been in boston for a year, and I even know that worcester sucks

NicRN77

07-13-2007, 03:33 PM

Ya, Worcester is pretty bad. I'm glad to see the Beasties have finally decided to do a show outside of the Centrum. All 3 times I've seen them it has been there. Not the safest city in the world.

bostonlou

07-13-2007, 04:56 PM

anyone have an extra pair or a connection to some non scalped tix?

also looking for the night before

i was on vacation when the presales happened... ugh

drew garabo

07-14-2007, 08:42 AM

Lou, I got you hooked up. My pair of tix to the Opera House Gala, with service charge, cost me 150 bucks total. It doesn't look like I'm going to be able to make it up to Boston, so I'm willing to part with my pair of balcony tickets for what I paid for them. Email me (TheDrewSho@aol.com) and we'll hammer out the details, aight?

Marlene

07-14-2007, 08:34 PM

Marlene-are you attending the show alone? I think we should definetley all meet up beforehand.

Nicole

i don't think i will be alone. i have seats 1 & 3 dress circle front row, left center stage. i've gone to concerts alone before and i've always had a great time, too.

i am still up for drinks before the show. not sure about dinner as i know some people in boston and may be meeting them before hand.

so, anyone know the best bar around the opera house?

seth.thomas

07-15-2007, 10:29 AM

i don't think i will be alone. i have seats 1 & 3 dress circle front row, left center stage. i've gone to concerts alone before and i've always had a great time, too.

i am still up for drinks before the show. not sure about dinner as i know some people in boston and may be meeting them before hand.

so, anyone know the best bar around the opera house?

seats 1 & 3... i have seats 18 & 16, i was wondering about the numbering..must be odds and evens?

corduroy10904

07-16-2007, 03:19 PM

seats 1 & 3... i have seats 18 & 16, i was wondering about the numbering..must be odds and evens?

and i have seats 9 & 11.
ha, so i guess i'll be seeing you guys there.

and it's only 3 weeks away!!!

Marlene

07-17-2007, 05:07 PM

yeah...odds and evens, the way 'they' do orchesta seating.

9 & 11.....that's really close to me. odds of that?

Casey D

07-17-2007, 06:40 PM

anyone in orchestra?

i'm orchestra center seat 114

CHECKHEAD2004

07-20-2007, 12:13 PM

I am in orchestra Left row I with my boyfriend.
Still trying to figure out what to wear...

JtCann

07-22-2007, 01:50 PM

I will be going also coming from ny. I am down to meet up before. I'm not sure where my seat is i think row c orch left center

NicRN77

07-23-2007, 03:15 PM

So....what's the word on a preshow get together? I'm heading to the show solo and would love to meet up for a drink or something. Anyone interested?

slownlow

07-23-2007, 07:12 PM

Im in. Where's the spot? Will be in Mass all day.

Is there a "pit" section for this show? I see tix for sale labled as such. Anyone know the seating deal for this place..hard to tell from the seating charts.

I just got my tix today and i swear the seat numbers are sequential, but not 100% as i left them at work..They are for the orchestra sect.

Who's going Monday night? woo woo! Have yet to see any discussion on BBoys second night in Boston.

Am I really watching Jeff Foxworthy host a game show??? yup

Casey D

07-23-2007, 07:16 PM

i dont think theres a pit section at the opera house

and I will be attending both shows, looking forward to both in equal yet different ways

NicRN77

07-24-2007, 02:11 AM

I will also be going to both shows...so if anyone wants to meet up beforehand let me know!

slownlow

07-24-2007, 10:21 AM

FYI...my tix are sequential ..seats 109 & 110 in orchestra.

Someone pick a place to get it done before the show. No meathead hang outs preferrably....if thats an option in Boston.

alanstarr

07-25-2007, 03:34 PM

I am in orchestra Left row I with my boyfriend.

Hey, I'm in the Left Orchestra Row I also! Seats 9,11,13 (although two are now extras, so if you know someone who needs a pair @ cost...)

statler73

07-25-2007, 09:20 PM

I’ve got two tickets to sell for the Boston Gala Event on Aug 05th. My sister said she was coming to town then flaked on me.

Two seats together in MEZZLC, Row J, on the center aisle. I’m letting them go for face value. $150 for the pair, I won't split them up.

I’m going to the show too, I’m happy to meet you before the show and we can go in together (you can go in first!) just to prove the tickets are for real.

Email me at statler73@yahoo.com if you’re interested.

Bob

07-28-2007, 10:17 PM

alright, i've decided to go to the boston gala event (what with me living here and never having seen the beasties live and all, figured i ought to)

i guess i'm sitting in section ORCHRC, row I, seat 2, wherever that is. i haven't printed out the tickets or anything, i don't have a printer, i'm gonna do that elsewhere, some other time.

anyway, i'm looking forward to it. i'm up for drinks or something beforehand or afterhand, or any other hand. i'm going to the show on my own, may as well socialize a little bit, you know

SerialWaxKiller

07-29-2007, 11:08 AM

Red Hat - http://www.bostonredhat.com

.9 miles to the Opera House

Intermission Tavern - http://intermissiontavern.com

.3 miles to the Opera House

Sneaky Petes

.2 miles to the Opera House

Others (http://boston.citysearch.com)

Red Hat looks like nice spot, but the Intermission is a little closer. Others opinions?

NicRN77

07-29-2007, 01:16 PM

The Red Hat place sounds cool. I'm game for whatever! Going solo so would love to meet up with some people!

scottrdagostino

07-29-2007, 07:30 PM

i have 4 extra tickets they are all together if anyone is looking
email me scottrdagostino

scottrdagostino

07-29-2007, 07:31 PM

thats scottrdagostino@yahoo.com

BoggleKing

07-30-2007, 10:12 AM

alas, trying to sell my Orch seats for the Gala but I will be at Pavillion show. Just something came up for Mon night... Anyone else dressing up crazy special for the show? I am going Nathaniel Hornblower style with the crazy lederhosen in honor of Adam's birthday (wish I could be there for the Gala, maybe end up going solo). See ya'll there.. Peace..

NicRN77

07-31-2007, 03:00 PM

Ok, people! Let's make some decisions since the show is less than a week away. Do we want to meet up for drinks beforehand? I say let's meet at the Red Hat at 5:30/6 for a couple drinks then head over to the Opera House. Who's game?

Nicole

Bob

07-31-2007, 03:28 PM

i've never been to any of the places suggested above, so i'm down for red hat too

NicRN77

07-31-2007, 03:31 PM

Ok, so we've got two for the Red Hat.

Anyone else?

SerialWaxKiller

07-31-2007, 07:31 PM

Ok, so we've got two for the Red Hat.

Anyone else?

Red Hat sounds like the place to be! I'm rollin wit another lady friend, so that makes a few of us.

We'll be all decked out and in rare form no doubt! Everyone else dressin up??

JtCann

07-31-2007, 10:00 PM

I'll be there just as long as I get to Boston early enough. Should be fun

Bob

08-01-2007, 04:25 AM

Red Hat sounds like the place to be! I'm rollin wit another lady friend, so that makes a few of us.

We'll be all decked out and in rare form no doubt! Everyone else dressin up??

i don't really have anything extra snazzy to wear, i'm just going to be wearing a black suit (the same suit i'd wear to work if i had a job right now). maybe i'll buy a shiny silk tie or something

SerialWaxKiller

08-01-2007, 09:19 AM

I'll be there just as long as I get to Boston early enough. Should be fun

Nice! Creator of the Hub! It will be a pleasure to meet you.

I hope to get there as early as possible (4-5ish), I got a big party to go to on Sat, but i'm going to try to be good, get up early and head out.

NicRN77

08-02-2007, 10:22 AM

I don't know how dressed up I'll be...I have a few dresses I'm contemplating. Gonna look real sexy with this splint I've got on my wrist. Had surgery yesterday. I'm gonna look hot! You will be able to spot this BBMB member without difficulty!

CHECKHEAD2004

08-02-2007, 02:24 PM

I really wonder how many songs they will play and what songs... I cannot wait!!

NicRN77

08-04-2007, 07:36 AM

5:30 pm at Red Hat on Bowdoin St.

What's the final head count?

I will be there!

P.S. I will be easy to spot with a huge splint on my right arm!!!

Marlene

08-04-2007, 07:51 AM

seth.thomas

08-04-2007, 09:03 AM

everyone decided on a meeting place?

NicRN77

08-04-2007, 09:23 AM

I'll try to make the Red Hat, Nicole. Once I'm in Boston, I'll come back and post definite yes or no. Are you checking the board on Sunday? I'm headed up today, but don't know if I'll be able to get on the 'net before tomorrow.

Yes, I will check the board again tomorrow. Would be great to meet some of you!

everyone decided on a meeting place?

See above post...Red Hat at 5:30.

seth.thomas

08-04-2007, 09:26 AM

word. im stoked. its only been a few days since Philly and I miss 'em :rolleyes:

Bob

08-04-2007, 10:11 AM

i should be there too

CHECKHEAD2004

08-04-2007, 10:15 AM

I ended up coughing up more cash today and got 3rd row--Pit AA
Now I have 2 extra tickets Orch row I again.
geesh...

NicRN77

08-04-2007, 10:26 AM

you convinced me to buy a better ticket too...I'm in the left pit row AA seat 7 now...better than mezzanine! Figured I spent $500 to see both Police shows at Fenway last weekend...I can cough up some $$ to see the BBoys a bit closer. Will be worth it!

CHECKHEAD2004

08-04-2007, 11:07 AM

LOL! We will be right near each other!! I know.. that is what I thought too.. I just spent 350 to go to rock the bells, even if I get stuck with my 2 extra then I still paid less than 300 for THIRD ROW!! : )
I'm going to see if my boyfriend would be up for meeting everyone where you guys are meeting up first.
: )

Bob

08-04-2007, 05:55 PM

alright, my seat is "orchrc" row I seat 2. any idea if that's a good/crap seat? i've never been to the opera house before.

NicRN77

08-04-2007, 09:33 PM

alright, my seat is "orchrc" row I seat 2. any idea if that's a good/crap seat? i've never been to the opera house before.

I had row T for the last show I saw there. Wasn't bad. I think you're like row 15 in the right orchestra section, seat on the aisle.

See ya at Red Hat!

CHECKHEAD2004

08-05-2007, 09:06 AM

Not going to be able to make it to the Red Hat : ( We are going to the beach and have to pick up my boyfriends bro from Amesbury... soooooo
NicR, My boyfriend and I are same row as you, seats 1 and 3. Please say hi later!! : )

Bob

08-05-2007, 11:40 AM

i just noticed something; the red hat has two floors. which one are we meeting on?

NicRN77

08-05-2007, 11:48 AM

i just noticed something; the red hat has two floors. which one are we meeting on?

Let's meet upstairs...would be easiest!

SerialWaxKiller

08-05-2007, 12:15 PM

Let's meet upstairs...would be easiest!

No doubt! Rollin out in shortly

Bob

08-05-2007, 12:39 PM

upstairs it is then!

NicRN77

08-05-2007, 01:14 PM

Ya! Excited to meet you all! I will be there probably right at 5:30!! Black and white dress....with a splint on my arm! See ya all soon!!

Bob

08-05-2007, 01:21 PM

i'm terrible at guessing how long it takes to get places, so i'll probably be there either 15 minutes early or 15 minutes late. i think i'm gonna wear a black suit; i dunno i'm still indecisive

Documad

08-05-2007, 01:44 PM

alright, my seat is "orchrc" row I seat 2. any idea if that's a good/crap seat? i've never been to the opera house before.

That sounds like a fantastic seat! Have a good time.

ziljin

08-05-2007, 02:47 PM

Wubiwy01

08-05-2007, 03:09 PM

I have 2 side-by-side front row tickets for tonight's Gala event in Boston.

Best offer gets them.

e-mail me at wubiwy01 at yahoo.com

Documad

08-05-2007, 03:39 PM

ok, I got stuck w/ sweet tix. Can't get any friends to go :( Who wants 'em free..... Well, I'd take a free xl shirt but watever :) I'm sure someone wants a free upgrade! Email me ziljin@comcast.net
Tix are pit right row bb on the aisle closest to center (2 seats).

Sucks maybe I'll get live @ pj's tomorrow!

Is there any way you can go by yourself? I go by myself quite often and I ALWAYS meet lovely people at the show. I promise you will have a great time.

Invite two other people with crappy seats to come sit up front with you. In fact, invite Bob to sit with you. You've got his seat number right in this thread.

lrf1211

08-05-2007, 03:56 PM

Given that Documad was one of the cool people I hung with when I was on my own at one of the shows in Paris, I second the thought. You will have fun and meet a lot of interesting people.

It's actually a lot of fun because you will meet fans and the people you will meet in your great seats will probably be great fans.

Documad

08-05-2007, 04:29 PM

lrf, you're very sweet! I was alone at that show and I'm so glad that I met you!

It's killing me that people don't want to use seats up front at a seated show! I had an extra ticket in Vegas and I sold it to a great local guy while I was waiting in line.

By the way, Stereo Total (the opening act that night) is coming to a club here. I couldn't believe it. I'm going to talk my friends into seeing them. :p

djmt99

08-06-2007, 01:56 PM

Greetings from Woosta. I'm a little peeved that it took 2+ days to get my membership here approved. I only found out I was going to the concert on Friday, which is when I found out about this forum. I would've loved to have chatted and met up with you guys... seems like a cool bunch. :D

This was my first BB concert. A friend won tix of the radio and invited me along. We were in orchestra, smack in the middle of the stage, I think it was row "L"... it was only a row or 2 under the balcony. Found a meter, walked, and got in about 7ish. People watching was fun for the first 45 minutes, but damn, I thought the concert was actually going to start at 7:30! The people around us were decent, except for some dillweed which I'll refer to as "Paxton" (if he's reading this, he'll know why). He was right behind me and out of control... somehow he kept bumping into my backside (was he crawling over the seats or something?) and nitpicking what everyone else in the theater was doing or wearing, at one point even referring to the "nerds" in the mezzanine. The dope even had the balls to tap me on the shoulder and ask if I "even like this band", because I was able to stand up on my own 2 feet and not stumbling all over the place. :rolleyes:

Other than that crock, everything was great. Awesome ratio of new stuff to old stuff, although anything off of Hello Nasty keeps me happy. Some of the hardcore/heavy jams just doesn't do it for me, but luckily that was kept to a minimum, and short! (y)

Nicole, if only I had known that was you in the B&W dress, I probably would've said hi. I couldn't remember what anyone else was wearing, but I thought I recalled you saying something about a Red Sox hat and a splint. I saw the splint but no BOS hat! :p

I wonder which of the 3 radio stations (maybe more? I counted AAF, BCN and FNX) won the sticker fight outside at the end. :eek:

Walking by the Wang, I noticed Buble was playing... last time I checked, he wasn't playing around here until later on in the year down at one of the casinos. Good thing I didn't know, or else I probably would've ended up there! I'm glad I had this opportunity to go though. I'll definitely go again.

- Joe