How Big Is The Ellipse/Bomb Shelter?

kbkellyusa · 09-03-2005, 08:35 AM

Hey All,

I was wondering approximately how many people can fit into the ellipse of the stage for the indoor arenas? I know they sell around 2000 floor tickets for each show and I have read there is about a 1/10 chance. So does this mean about 200 get inside? Just looking for confirmation.

Also, how far does it come out from the main stage? I recall the heart from the Elevation tour came out to approximately the middle of each arena. Is it about the same size as the heart was?

Thanks in advance for answering my questions!

u2wedge · 09-03-2005, 12:24 PM

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Originally posted by kbkellyusa
Hey All,

I was wondering approximately how many people can fit into the ellipse of the stage for the indoor arenas? I know they sell around 2000 floor tickets for each show and I have read there is about a 1/10 chance. So does this mean about 200 get inside? Just looking for confirmation.

Also, how far does it come out from the main stage? I recall the heart from the Elevation tour came out to approximately the middle of each arena. Is it about the same size as the heart was?

Thanks in advance for answering my questions!

From what I've read I think a good estimate would be 450 people. Roughly 500 inside and 1500 outside the ellipse. That means roughly 750 - 800 people should be able to get within 5 rows of any point on the ellipse. So if you get there early enough, your chance of getting close to the ellipse should be about 1 in 2, or 50%.

Chizip · 09-03-2005, 12:26 PM

around 200 beep, but you can bring a friend so 400 get in. So while there is a 1/10 chance of your ticket beeping, there is a 1/5 chance of you getting into the ellipse if you have a friend that will bring you in with them.

about how far it goes out, i'd say the tip goes out about the same distance as the heart did. personally, id rather be along the rail on the outside of the tip than inside the ellipse anyway.

karinlv · 09-03-2005, 01:33 PM

^I've heard alot of people say that it's better to be on the rail just outside the ellipse. I haven't seen a show yet and only have tickets for one, they're GA. I want some good Larry views

but it seems like Bono spends more time out there on the bridge. Toss up for me on where I want to be

Carek1230 · 09-03-2005, 09:34 PM

I'm doing my first GA experience in Vegas, and I don't really care whether it is in the bomb shelter or outside. I aim to enjoy no matter what or where I end up.

Chizip · 09-03-2005, 09:36 PM

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Originally posted by Carek1230
I'm doing my first GA experience in Vegas, and I don't really care whether it is in the bomb shelter or outside. I aim to enjoy no matter what or where I end up.

now what kind of attitude is that

Theedge070 · 09-03-2005, 09:38 PM

Hey, this is a REALLY dumb question, but how much are GA retail?

Chizip · 09-03-2005, 09:40 PM

my chicago GA says 49.50 and Vegas says 52.50, but add on convenience charges and it's more like 60-65 bucks.

Theedge070 · 09-03-2005, 10:09 PM

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Originally posted by Chizip
my chicago GA says 49.50 and Vegas says 52.50, but add on convenience charges and it's more like 60-65 bucks.

You know, I think that's a damn good deal! You spend the whole show on your feet if you're in the seats anyways (usually) and if you get in early enough, but not super-early, you can get right by the tip of the elipse on the outside, too.

I'm going for GA from now on.

Chizip · 09-03-2005, 10:20 PM

Yes, it's definitely a great deal. Sometimes they are a little tricky to get your hands on though

WildHoneyAlways · 09-04-2005, 01:56 AM

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Originally posted by Chizip
Yes, it's definitely a great deal. Sometimes they are a little tricky to get your hands on though

Not so tricky for you though, as you always seem to end up with them.

Chizip · 09-04-2005, 02:18 AM

Lila64 · 09-04-2005, 02:36 AM

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Originally posted by Chizip
Yes, it's definitely a great deal. Sometimes they are a little tricky to get your hands on though

a little tricky? And you got them at face + fees? Sheesh! Can you locate me to tix for 11/1, since you seem to have the magic touch

karinlv · 09-07-2005, 01:49 PM

U2 Face + Fees =

Reality= Face x 8.5 x 2 = I'm not going to any more concerts for 3 yrs.

Carmelu2fan · 09-07-2005, 02:22 PM

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Originally posted by Chizip

now what kind of attitude is that

You have been cracking me up all Day!!!

Carmelu2fan · 09-07-2005, 02:24 PM

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Originally posted by karinlv
^I've heard alot of people say that it's better to be on the rail just outside the ellipse. I haven't seen a show yet and only have tickets for one, they're GA. I want some good Larry views but it seems like Bono spends more time out there on the bridge. Toss up for me on where I want to be

That is a tough one, but I think if you want that good ole veiw of Lardence you should try to get as close as possible to the front!!

Bono will be all over the place anyway

karinlv · 09-07-2005, 03:55 PM

Well, I bit the bullet so to speak and bought tix for 2nd night. So now I'm hoping for ellipse one night, and outside the rail the other. Best of both worlds

Lardence,

I've never heard him called that!

Carmelu2fan · 09-07-2005, 04:21 PM

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Originally posted by karinlv
Well, I bit the bullet so to speak and bought tix for 2nd night. So now I'm hoping for ellipse one night, and outside the rail the other. Best of both worlds

Lardence, I've never heard him called that!

I got that off of the Unforgettalbe Fire DVD

I am sure you should be able to pull off getting in the ellipse at least one of the two nights.You are very lucky I only have tixs for the 20th

I will have to make the most of it..I am sure it will be a blast

09-03-2005, 08:35 AM	#1
kbkellyusa Babyface Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 8 Local Time: 05:07 AM	How Big Is The Ellipse/Bomb Shelter? Hey All, I was wondering approximately how many people can fit into the ellipse of the stage for the indoor arenas? I know they sell around 2000 floor tickets for each show and I have read there is about a 1/10 chance. So does this mean about 200 get inside? Just looking for confirmation. Also, how far does it come out from the main stage? I recall the heart from the Elevation tour came out to approximately the middle of each arena. Is it about the same size as the heart was? Thanks in advance for answering my questions! __________________

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09-03-2005, 12:26 PM	#3
Chizip Blue Crack Addict Join Date: May 2001 Location: gone Posts: 17,914 Local Time: 05:07 AM	around 200 beep, but you can bring a friend so 400 get in. So while there is a 1/10 chance of your ticket beeping, there is a 1/5 chance of you getting into the ellipse if you have a friend that will bring you in with them. about how far it goes out, i'd say the tip goes out about the same distance as the heart did. personally, id rather be along the rail on the outside of the tip than inside the ellipse anyway.

09-03-2005, 01:33 PM	#4
karinlv War Child Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: somewhere in time Posts: 553 Local Time: 03:07 AM	^I've heard alot of people say that it's better to be on the rail just outside the ellipse. I haven't seen a show yet and only have tickets for one, they're GA. I want some good Larry views but it seems like Bono spends more time out there on the bridge. Toss up for me on where I want to be

09-03-2005, 09:34 PM	#5
Carek1230 Blue Crack Overdose Get me off the internetz! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: wishing I was somewhere else.... Posts: 125,647 Local Time: 04:07 AM	I'm doing my first GA experience in Vegas, and I don't really care whether it is in the bomb shelter or outside. I aim to enjoy no matter what or where I end up.

09-03-2005, 09:38 PM	#7
Theedge070 War Child Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: A Club Called Paradise Posts: 564 Local Time: 06:07 AM	Hey, this is a REALLY dumb question, but how much are GA retail?

09-03-2005, 09:40 PM	#8
Chizip Blue Crack Addict Join Date: May 2001 Location: gone Posts: 17,914 Local Time: 05:07 AM	my chicago GA says 49.50 and Vegas says 52.50, but add on convenience charges and it's more like 60-65 bucks.

09-03-2005, 10:20 PM	#10
Chizip Blue Crack Addict Join Date: May 2001 Location: gone Posts: 17,914 Local Time: 05:07 AM	Yes, it's definitely a great deal. Sometimes they are a little tricky to get your hands on though

09-04-2005, 02:18 AM	#12
Chizip Blue Crack Addict Join Date: May 2001 Location: gone Posts: 17,914 Local Time: 05:07 AM

09-07-2005, 01:49 PM	#14
karinlv War Child Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: somewhere in time Posts: 553 Local Time: 03:07 AM	U2 Face + Fees = Reality= Face x 8.5 x 2 = I'm not going to any more concerts for 3 yrs.

09-07-2005, 03:55 PM	#17
karinlv War Child Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: somewhere in time Posts: 553 Local Time: 03:07 AM	Well, I bit the bullet so to speak and bought tix for 2nd night. So now I'm hoping for ellipse one night, and outside the rail the other. Best of both worlds Lardence, I've never heard him called that!