Olivia Rodrigo Takes Down Ticket Scalpers: The Resellers Who Got
- Olivia Rodrigo prevented ticket scalpers by personalizing and printing concert tickets with the purchaser’s name
- Valid ID is required to be presented with the ticket, making it harder for scalpers to resell tickets
- Internet personality Carlo Ople praised the system, saying "resellers got owned"
- Concert promoter Live Nation Philippines confirmed Olivia’s "Manila Silver Star Show" on October 5 at Philippine Arena
- The concert aims to raise funds for Olivia’s charity Fund 4 Good, supporting women and girls through various initiatives
Filipino-American singer Olivia Rodrigo recently made headlines for her innovative approach to prevent ticket scalping at her upcoming concert in the Philippines. Scalpers were attempting to resell tickets for her “presyong kababayan” concert at inflated prices, ranging from P1,500 to P10,000 each. In response, Rodrigo implemented a system where each ticket is personalized with the name of the purchaser and requires a valid ID for entry, effectively thwarting scalpers’ efforts to profit from reselling tickets.
The move was met with praise from fans and industry insiders alike, with internet personality Carlo Ople commending Rodrigo for outsmarting scalpers. Ople took to social media to applaud the singer, stating that the resellers had been “owned” by the new ticketing system. He also pointed out that many individuals who had purchased tickets from scalpers may have ultimately wasted their money due to the non-transferable nature of the tickets.
The “Manila Silver Star Show,” part of Rodrigo’s ongoing “Guts” world tour, is set to take place on October 5 at the Philippine Arena. The concert is not only a chance for fans to see the talented singer perform live but also serves a philanthropic purpose. Proceeds from the show will go to Olivia’s charity, Fund 4 Good, which aims to support women and girls by advocating for girls’ education, reproductive rights, and the prevention of gender-based violence.
Live Nation Philippines, the concert promoter, confirmed the details of the upcoming show, further solidifying Olivia Rodrigo’s commitment to using her platform for social good. The unique ticketing system implemented for the concert sets a precedent for future events, demonstrating that it is possible to combat ticket scalping and ensure that genuine fans have access to tickets at fair prices.
Overall, Olivia Rodrigo’s proactive approach to preventing ticket scalping at her concert has been widely praised, with fans and industry insiders alike commending her for prioritizing the fans’ experience and using her platform to make a positive impact. The singer’s dedication to supporting important causes, such as girls’ education and gender equality, further solidifies her status as a role model for her fans and a force for good in the music industry.
/Digital Sauce
