Belfastmick

In 2015 McHughs had a DJ playing U2 before the concerts. I know they have ‘December’ on tonight playing after the concert but not sure what they have pre-show. 

6 minutes ago, Colm said:

is there a support act, or is it U2 only

 

also seems early for a U2 concert, how long are the show ?  I'd have thought max 2 hours, therefore concert finishing around 10

 

No support act on this tour. They have been scheduled to come on at 8.30 at most European venues so not sure why the earlier start in Belfast. 

I appreciate that this is non Manchester related but I’m writing in response to the periscope debate in the thread. I broadcast from Belfast in the i and e tour but you do get cramp  holding your phone up. I’m going both nights next weekend and might broadcast a few songs from one of the nights depending on wi fi. Would anyone recommend a selfie stick as a way to avoid an overdose of lactic acid in my biceps? Cheers

11 hours ago, burgundy said:

I've got to say, I wish U2 had done these setlist changes in the US. I'm heartbroken that I missed some of my favorite songs. If I could get tickets at face value to any of the European shows, I would seriously think about using up my FF miles to fly over. Landlady alone would make it worth the trip for me. Another song I've never heard in person is Summer of Love. Unforgettable Fire, Stay, Wild Horses and Even Better Than The Real Thing would be extra bonuses. I've heard those songs many times on their original and subsequent tours but not in a long time.

A nice gift for the long-time members/subscribers would be a video of all the songs we missed, with soundboard-quality audio.

I hope the comment from Willie Williams is correct. I hope they film the Berlin show -- and I hope they do every one of those songs we missed in the US on that night.

 

Tickets still available for both Belfast shows on ticketmaster.

305.

Regarding pre sale do you need to buying your tickets straight at 9am tomorrow or can you wait to buy them at say 10pm the same day. I live in Ireland.

Pre sale windows as advised by ticketmaster are below. You can wait to 10pm if you wish but tickets for each category could be limited so on the basis of demand the earlier you log in the better the chance you have of securing the tickets you want.

Onsale to General Public

Start: 16 Jan 2017, 09:00

Red Hill Group

Start: 11 Jan 2017, 09:00 -

End: 13 Jan 2017, 17:00

Wires Group

Start: 12 Jan 2017, 09:00 -

End: 13 Jan 2017, 17:00

BBC2 on the 27th December

Colm,

Apparently it's on RTE on Christmas night. Not sure about BBC2

Cheers Dermo

Some people don't get U2. Their loss

Any word on RTE and BBC2 showing the re-scheduled concert?

 

Move the wheelchair section to the front of the raised MGZ area? As you say, maybe there are logistical reasons preventing it. I'm not going myself unless I can get a cheaper ticket (have been able to find a €198 ticket on two occasions over the last few days) Just trying to think of solutions. I saw them both nights in Belfast. MGZ there wasn't great but at least it was in contact with the main stage and allowed for a good view of the main screen

I'm sure they could find some solution to this, but unlikely I'd say until the next leg of the tour. Ironically I was in GA for Belfast 1, in which I had more space to move in and got within two rows from the E stage.

 

I know it was for charity, but it feels that I was somewhat short changed in paying nearly 4x times the price for a GA ticket, but with no apparent benefits.

I know what you mean. In Belfast MGZ, you had to join the main queue that was extremely long due to security checks. Then when you got to the building you had a separate door for MGZ that probably saved you about a minute getting in. The Oddysey has two VIP entrances but these must have been reserved for actual VIPs ;-)

Move the wheelchair section to the front of the raised MGZ area? As you say, maybe there are logistical reasons preventing it. I'm not going myself unless I can get a cheaper ticket (have been able to find a €198 ticket on two occasions over the last few days) Just trying to think of solutions. I saw them both nights in Belfast. MGZ there wasn't great but at least it was in contact with the main stage and allowed for a good view of the main screen

If anyone reading this has any say, would it be too much trouble to insert a platform into the music gear zone to address this problem?

McHughs started to get very busy last night around 6.30. After the concert there was a queue at the bar so we went to the duke of York which was also fairly busy but had live music. McHughs have a dj playing U2 before and after the show

Wouldn't know for sure but hold on to the old card. In the FAQs I think I read that even when your card has expired since purchase, it is still acceptable for entrance. Maybe it will be the same in your circumstance?

 

 

I'm in North side upper seats on Wednesday and MGZ2 in Belfast on Thursday. From what I can gather we should be receiving an e-mail about MGZ in the next day or two. Is that correct?

Hi Belfastmick,

 

Just checked my e-mails and got my MGZ this evening shortly after 18:00. Fairly self-explanatory details. Check your e-mail for yours/

Good man Martymc. I got the e-mail. Cheers

I'm in the same zone as yourself so there's a fair chance I could bump into on Thursday night.

Good stuff. Really looking forward to both nights

 

I'm in North side upper seats on Wednesday and MGZ2 in Belfast on Thursday. From what I can gather we should be receiving an e-mail about MGZ in the next day or two. Is that correct?

Hi Belfastmick,

 

Just checked my e-mails and got my MGZ this evening shortly after 18:00. Fairly self-explanatory details. Check your e-mail for yours/

Good man Martymc. I got the e-mail. Cheers

Just found out that a friend on Facebook has latex allergies. Probably best and safer to stick to hankies, napkins etc

Well the idea would be to wave them as Bono comes on to Miracle, their first song since playing Paris rather than repeatedly throughout the gig. As someone on Facebook posted, Sunday Bloody Sunday and Raised by Wolves have their own meanings and causes. I wouldn't know the Odyssey's policy on balloons. I'll be there on Wednesday wearing something white nonetheless.

What about white balloons? I was fortunate enough to see U2 in Stade de France on the 360 tour. The French fans were all waving white balloons as the band came on stage. Have never found out why though. Any large chain sell white balloons in bulk?

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=iOHAwSTffuQ

I'm in North side upper seats on Wednesday and MGZ2 in Belfast on Thursday. From what I can gather we should be receiving an e-mail about MGZ in the next day or two. Is that correct?

If things go to plan, I'll be meeting a few friends at McHughs bar before the concert. Just across the river from the SSE.