You can start by trying to get a media pass from your local media outlets. Call up the editor of your local paper and offer to cover the show for free, in exchange for passes and bylines. Editor’s are used to these kinds of solicitations, so you’ll want to come across as a seasoned professional, and of course, do a good job with the interview so that they’ll use you again in the future.

If your local media isn’t amenable to your offer, you can make the appeal to the company promoting the show. If it’s still a no go, try contacting the sponsors of the show and see if you can work out some sort of promotional deal in exchange for access.

Along the lines of business sponsors, you could try to get a job as a vendor for a business who will have products available for sale at the show. Granted, this isn’t direct backstage access, but it does provide you the excuse to get there early and stay late in hopes of striking a friendship with the people who can get you up close and personal with the band.

Alternately, you could just show up during the sound check under the guise of stage crew there to help set up. Many times, performers have down time to kill before the show and may be more approachable than afterward when all they want to do is get away from the crowds.

Of course, there’s a variety of other methods that you can use to go about getting backstage tickets, but these are some of the more sure-fire routes available. With a little strategic thinking and a bit of luck, you’ll find yourself exactly where you want to be when the spotlight hits the stage!

You can start by trying to get a media pass from your local media outlets. Call up the editor of your local paper and offer to cover the show for free, in exchange for passes and bylines. Editor’s are used to these kinds of solicitations, so you’ll want to come across as a seasoned professional, and of course, do a good job with the interview so that they’ll use you again in the future.

If your local media isn’t amenable to your offer, you can make the appeal to the company promoting the show. If it’s still a no go, try contacting the sponsors of the show and see if you can work out some sort of promotional deal in exchange for access.

Along the lines of business sponsors, you could try to get a job as a vendor for a business who will have products available for sale at the show. Granted, this isn’t direct backstage access, but it does provide you the excuse to get there early and stay late in hopes of striking a friendship with the people who can get you up close and personal with the band.

Alternately, you could just show up during the sound check under the guise of stage crew there to help set up. Many times, performers have down time to kill before the show and may be more approachable than afterward when all they want to do is get away from the crowds.

Of course, there’s a variety of other methods that you can use to go about getting backstage tickets, but these are some of the more sure-fire routes available. With a little strategic thinking and a bit of luck, you’ll find yourself exactly where you want to be when the spotlight hits the stage!

Do it yourself, and you can create a wedding that you have always dreamed of. You don’t have to settle for what is available from wedding stores or planners; instead, make your wedding one-of-a-kind. Your style will shine through the work you have done at home.

Find aspects of the reception that aren’t high priority for you and your groom, and move your budgeted money into areas you find more important. If you have always wanted a huge four-tiered cake, but never cared much about invitations: Do-it-yourself! Create the invitations on your personal computer with specialty paper from the craft store. Take this idea a step further by matching the paper to your name tags, guest book sign, and guest list. Little personal touches can not only save money, but show your personal style.

Don’t let a long to-do list stress you out. Do-it-yourself wedding planning is a perfect opportunity to call on all those bridesmaids and relatives. Host a small party at home for your bridesmaids. Pull out some food and drinks for your guests, and together they can help stuff envelopes or vote on reception songs. Not only will your wedding party help everyone get to know one another better before the big day, but you’re putting them to work. Time with your closest girlfriends will relieve stress, and it’s a great way to get some feedback on any planning ideas you need help with.

There are a number of great ways to save on wedding planning, through do-it-yourself ideas, friends, and family.

Do it yourself, and you can create a wedding that you have always dreamed of. You don’t have to settle for what is available from wedding stores or planners; instead, make your wedding one-of-a-kind. Your style will shine through the work you have done at home.

Find aspects of the reception that aren’t high priority for you and your groom, and move your budgeted money into areas you find more important. If you have always wanted a huge four-tiered cake, but never cared much about invitations: Do-it-yourself! Create the invitations on your personal computer with specialty paper from the craft store. Take this idea a step further by matching the paper to your name tags, guest book sign, and guest list. Little personal touches can not only save money, but show your personal style.

Don’t let a long to-do list stress you out. Do-it-yourself wedding planning is a perfect opportunity to call on all those bridesmaids and relatives. Host a small party at home for your bridesmaids. Pull out some food and drinks for your guests, and together they can help stuff envelopes or vote on reception songs. Not only will your wedding party help everyone get to know one another better before the big day, but you’re putting them to work. Time with your closest girlfriends will relieve stress, and it’s a great way to get some feedback on any planning ideas you need help with.

There are a number of great ways to save on wedding planning, through do-it-yourself ideas, friends, and family.