This Detroit ‘Bridgerton’ ball went so bad it’s being compared to Fyre Fest

This weekend’s “Bridgerton”-themed event in Detroit was so disastrous that it was compared to Fyre Fest and the infamous festival. Willy Wonka Glasgow Experience The debacle earned him the nickname “Scamerton”.

Hosted by the event company Uncle N Me LLC (also spelled Uncle & Me LLC) event, which is not an official Netflix event originally advertised As a “Detroit Bridgerton Themed Ball,” it promises a “stunning” Regency-era experience complete with “sophistication, elegance and historic charm.”

“Experience a unique night full of music, dance and exquisite costumes” The company’s website is read. Social media posts likewise praised “stunning decor inspired by the hit series”, dancing, live entertainment, “delicious treats” and “enchanting surprises” in an evening of “glamour and romance”.

Instead, attendees said $150 to $1,000 tickets got them undercooked food, cheap decorations, a single violinist and an exotic dancer.

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‘Bridgerton’ ball disaster

Originally, the Detroit Bridgerton Ball was scheduled for August 25, but was postponed to September 22 when venue issues arose. accordingly event management company. The party was ultimately held at the historic Harmonie Club.

X, formerly Twitter, user @rayleearts he said subject of experience He said they, like others, purchased $300 tickets and were unable to reach the event’s organizers when this rescheduling occurred. Several netizens claimed that the company did not issue refunds or respond to emails regarding this change.

This was just the beginning of the participants’ troubles, according to reports shared on social media.

A. TikTok with clips of the event shared by user @kiimberyly Groups of flamboyantly dressed guests were seen shouting outside the venue in the rain and many leaving.

A caption on the video read, “This was at 7pm.. The event started at 6pm. I hadn’t even gotten in and over 60 people had left. (The people) leaving told me to go to the bar with them.” it said. “No security, no entry, no promoters,” the clip read, reflecting widespread online complaints that event tickets were not properly scanned or checked and that “random people” were seen popping in and eating throughout the night.

“No food, no drinks, not enough chairs or tables, no performers, no organizers in sight…” the video continued. In the clip, the music appeared to be coming mainly from the speakers; another complaint was also voiced by many other participants online. Instead of the promised live instrumental music, a single violinist played and an exotic dancer was hired as entertainment.

Showing footage showing how long a food queue was, the TikToker said attendees told him “the chicken was raw and the cups were reused.” Eventually the place ran out of food and he and his wife left to eat elsewhere.

Another TikTok clip posted by @thats.resa He pointed to his dinner plate. He took it while he was still in experience. The concoction, which consists of two chicken nuggets, a meatball and small scoops of mashed potatoes, green beans and pasta, was heavily criticized by reviewers who compared it to the Hamburger Helper and said Lady Whistledown herself would “have a field day”. The food sold out in about an hour, according to several posts.

Posters and commenters suggested that the sparse décor inside the venue came from discount or dollar stores, and complained that none of the promised events, including a best-dressed contest with cash prizes and an Apple of the Season selection, materialized. More photos painted a bleak picture of bored people dressed in their best clothes, sitting on the floor and staring at phones.

‘I cannot emphasize enough that this is a scam’

Tiktoker @moreofnita who, like many, described the experience as a scamHe said organizers failed to pay vendors such as photographers, never scanned tickets, and hired a Queen Charlotte who was out of character and tried to give business cards to guests taking photos.

She also noted the additional money she and many other guests spent on tickets to be there, as well as possibly expensive dresses and outfit alterations, accessories, hair and makeup, and transportation, and said again that the cost of attending did not match the quality. of the ball

“I cannot emphasize enough that this is a scam,” he concluded.

Event organizer responds

Uncle N Me LLC did not immediately respond to requests for comment, but Release a statement to local ABC affiliate 7 News Detroit.

“We understand that not everyone had the experience they had hoped for at our recent event at The Harmonie Club on Sunday night, and for that we sincerely apologize,” a statement to 7 News said. It was said. “Our intention was to provide a magical evening, but we are aware that organizational difficulties affected the enjoyment of some guests. We take full responsibility and liability for these shortcomings.”

The statement continued: “Please be aware that we are working diligently to address all concerns to ensure all guests have the enjoyable experience they deserve.” Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we truly appreciate both the positive and constructive comments you share with us.”

A Facebook group called Bridgerton Ball Scam – Detroit It was created for dissatisfied guests to share their complaints, experiences, photos and take legal action, for which the creator of the group promised to file a lawsuit against Uncle N Me LLC.

Posts in the group included instructions for reporting cases of fraud or fraud to the local police department and information regarding class action claims of 100-150 people with multiple attorneys reviewing the details. Other posts discussed further steps, such as filing a complaint with the state attorney general.

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