Security Ball or Certain Teenager's Night Out (Sore Ear)
by DJG! on 2023-05-15Coca-Cola Coliseum - TorontoPros: Long lineup was handled quickly and professionally upon entrance. Cons: 1. Hallway crowd before / after the show - overpacked. 2. Major offtopic by visitors and staff during the show. Several visitors engaging in loud, sexual conversation with security, initiated by a visitor, turning number swapping. 3. Show disruptive discussions during opening act (unhandled). Visitors keeping very loud offtopic conversations throughout performance, clearly annoying many, without single staff member getting involved. 4. Inappropriate behavior by head of security. Front stage pit spots are sought after several hours in advance. Mid concert above mentioned gentleman yells "Step away!", pushes the crowd sideways to bring someone to the middle. 5. Unhelpful staff with negative responses to fan questions. Asking for a set list after the show resulting in "We aren't allowed" (venue standard) or, in this case, "Clear this area now" (instead of a reply). 6. Shortened performances. Opening - forty five minutes (an hour scheduled). Main - sixty seven minutes (an hour and a half minimum, usually more). An hour less altogether. 7. Extended brake. At least, an actual set start times should be mentioned.