Help! Philly's art scene is in desperate need of your help. Several city council members have introduced legislation for approval that would significantly hinder promoter's and venue's efforts to throw low cost, DIY, last minute or informally organized events. While there is nothing inherently wrong with the city council's interest in the safety of its art patrons, the bill goes overboard with regulation to which many of the smaller art galleries and concert spaces could not realistically adhere. The proposed bill would require at least 30 days notice for all events, very stringent regulations on a laundry list of alcohol and security plans, and almost impossible to meet requirements involving contracts between promoters and venues and estimated attendance. All promoters and venues would be affected by the new law and the legislation makes no distinction between large, corporately owned spaces like the Electric Factory, and the smallest of the small bars and promoters like R5 and nontraditional venues like Danger Danger Gallery and Ava House. It would essentially be an end to the Philadelphia art scene as we know it. It would cause a rise in ticket prices, a significant decrease in all ages events (already a major problem in Philly) and an almost probable end in DIY art gatherings and house shows. This is a disaster. Please take the time to read the bill and sign the petition against this major setback to our precious creative forces.
Bill 100267
Petition to Stop Bill 100267
Send emails, letters, faxes and phone calls to bill sponsor Bill Greenlee:
Bill.Greenlee@phila.gov
City Hall, Room 580
Philadelphia, PA 19107-3290
phone: (215) 686-3446, (215) 686-3447
fax: (215) 686-1927
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