[sudo-discuss] Bike Smut update!

[Vicky Knox]

I'm personally in favor of donations-based events rather than having a
mandatory cover for any event that's coordinated via Sudo Room. BUT, this
was a weird grey-area given that we're an open space and Bike Smut has
historically been a paid event. Could a hybrid system exist?

Another major question for me is the intersection between exclusivity and
safe space. Hacking sexuality in an open space like Sudo Room is in my own
experience really pushing my boundaries. In my own experience I have only
hacked sexuality in the safety of spaces used exclusively for that purpose.
This is a major reason why I'm inspired to do these events here--I want sex
positivity to be a more open way of being. I think this might be one pro of
having a paywall, but I hate paywalls, so relating to my first question,
can/should we create exclusivity/safe space via a different route?

I really want all your thoughts so that we can find what makes everyone
happy. I don't know the answers--I don't know anything! :P Details of the
event are just being ironed out and input like this is really valuable.

I also think this might even be a whole other conversation to open up on
the question of mandatory-pay events in general, and also splitting/asking
for donations from people who host events in the space and co-coordinating
events with the Public School.

(oh, and speaking of the Public School, I had already spoken with David
about the event, and he says cool and that it wouldn't conflict with
anything they're doing.)


2013/4/26 Andrew <andrew at roshambomedia.com>

> "1) MONEY/TICKETS
> Due in part to the popularity of the show, and to keep the show going,
> Bike Smut has historically been a paid-entry event. They would like to
> offer to split door sales with Sudo Room 50/50--yay money!! (And just a
> note on this: I don't know if this is a no-brainer, but this would not
> effect your ability to access Sudo Room. Please be fair though if you do
> plan to "sneak in" and donate a little mulah if you are able to.) "
>
> This really wasn't discussed before. this would be the first time Sudo
> Room would be hosting an event with a cover. I don't think it's
> really appropriate for Sudo Room to host an event that people have to pay
> to attend. I would suggest making this a suggested donation not a mandatory
> cover.
>
> thoughts?
>
>
> On Fri, Apr 26, 2013 at 5:40 PM, Vicky Knox <vknoxsironi at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Hey everyone! Thank you so much for agreeing to host Bike Smut!! Below
>> are the details that Bike Smut co-organizer Reverend Phil and I are working
>> on. Your help and input is much appreciated, so please speak up! With your
>> help, this event will be that much more spectacular!
>>
>> 1) MONEY/TICKETS
>> Due in part to the popularity of the show, and to keep the show going,
>> Bike Smut has historically been a paid-entry event. They would like to
>> offer to split door sales with Sudo Room 50/50--yay money!! (And just a
>> note on this: I don't know if this is a no-brainer, but this would not
>> effect your ability to access Sudo Room. Please be fair though if you do
>> plan to "sneak in" and donate a little mulah if you are able to.)
>>
>> 2) AUDIO
>> Does anyone here on the list have access to a good audio system for movie
>> screenings? This will be an ongoing question as we host Fabulous Friday
>> Films. I have a carshare and can offer to pick up, babysit and drop off
>> your sound system.
>>
>> 3) SEATING
>> Hooray for all our couches, chairs and pews! We will need help with
>> arrangement and expanding our seating options.
>>
>> 4) LIGHTING
>> The show includes live performances, and said performances will need good
>> lighting. Overhead lighting is not flattering, and a few lamps might be all
>> we need. Let's try setting this up in advance.
>>
>> 5) PROMOTION
>> It's a strange beast but absolutely critical to the show. This is the
>> last screening of their current tour, "Turning Trixxx" in The Bay and
>> possibly ever. Let's make sure people feel luck they got a seat at all!
>> Please make a call out to your networks far and wide!
>> Sudo Room promotion: Bike Smut people will be giving us a shout-out. If
>> you have any other suggestions for promoting our space, please speak up!
>>
>> 6) MERCH/DRINKS/SUNDRIES
>> We will need to claim one of the common room tables (5 sq feet or more)
>> to sell underwear, stickers, and such.
>> Beverages: Let's talk off-list at the next meeting (May 1st) regarding
>> availability/donations/etc.
>> Food: Pretzels! Popcorn! If there is something snacky you like making,
>> consider bringing it for donations/sale!
>>
>> And finally,
>> "I'm glad we have got some mustached men on working the door. Ushers who
>> can make the guests comfortable are very welcome." --Reverend Phil
>>
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