RIP in 2009

[Moonliner]

Originally Posted by Jazzman

Whomever chose Staples Center for the memorial instead of a larger venue is ultimately responsible for the ticket scalping fiasco. With the worldwide outpouring of grief, obviously 10000 tickets doesn't come close to being enough, so obviously there is going to be an astronomical demand for tickets. Realistically, they should have chosen a much larger venue and planned more than one memorial, say a "friends, family and important famous people" service, and an open public service. Regular people have multiple services, so why not Michael? I'm also surprised that it won't be broadcast on every channel, a la Princess Di. That would ease a lot of trouble too. But, there's also the question of whether this turmoil is just what the Jackson family wants, as it makes the event even bigger news, much as Michael courted the gossip mags to keep himself relevant. Whatever the case, it looks like it'll be one giant SNAFU. Sad for the mourning public.

Errr, I think the plan is to broadcast it on a large number of stations. The organizers have mentioned giving media outlets a free worldwide feed...