I'm a reenactor, and I realize that some fundraiser events are 
not in my budget.

      I also participated in an event with a dance group - we helped 
teach some period dances, demonstrated/performed a few, and danced 
with the people who attended the event.  We worked, and certain 
things were expected of us.  I've also attended a dinner as a 
reenactor - they would sit two of us at each table, and we were 
expected to be charming.

      I would suggest inviting a dance group to attend for free (8 to 
12 people) for ambience, and invite any other reenactors to attend at 
the regular price.  Perhaps the band can recommend a historic dance 
group who could do this.

      If the renactors are needed for authenticity, then they should 
be compensated.  How many do you need for the atmosphere?  Are they 
there for their own amusement, or there to entertain the other guests?

      Will the "host" families and ticket buyers be encouraged to dress 19thC?

      -Carol


>We are planning a Heritage Ball as a fundraiser.  The 8th Regiment 
>Band (mid-19th century) is providing music for free.  The local SCV 
>is excited about participating.  I'm in a quandary about what to 
>charge for tickets.  Cost per person including food, drinks, rental 
>etc. is $38.75.  We can seat 200.  Our goal is to raise $20,000.  I 
>plan on asking 20 old Rome families and businesses to "host" at 
>$1000.  For that they receive 4 dinner tickets and a brief family 
>history in the program.  This leaves 120 seats at $75.00.  This gets 
>us to our goal.
>
>Here's the dilemma.  My dear friend from the band says most 
>re-enactors would expect to and be willing to pay $50 per couple 
>max.  I don't want this to be an elitist event but $50 for a couple 
>doesn't break even much less raise funds!  We had planned on 
>advertising the ball to regional re-enactors and inviting local 
>re-enactors.  I don't want to offend them with the high ticket 
>price.  We really need them there to provide a sense of 
>authenticity.  The band members will receive free tickets but I 
>can't give all re-enactors free tickets.  I can't think of a way to 
>have two ticket prices without it becoming uncomfortable.
>
>Any sage advice?  If you've put on a ball before I'd love to hear from you!
>
>
>Thanks,
>
>Katie

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