I have received an exclusive* invitation to a “Movers and Shakers” event:
Obviously I can’t attend, because I am not a mover, I am not a shaker, and I am certainly not both. There again, neither are the people who turn up at these gatherings, although they probably think they are. I’ll admit to being rather suspicious of anyone who is consumed with so much self-importance that they feel they both qualify, and would wish to attend, such an event.
The purpose of the evening is apparently “networking”, rather than getting pissed and hanging out with assorted models brought in to add some glamour to the proceedings; which is a shame because getting pissed and leering at unobtainable models at least has an element of humanity about it. Unlike “networking”.
Attendance is further refined by the requirements for all those attending to be a “VIP”. Networking movers and shakers are obviously so important that they must be Very Important People. So it is only right that the only tickets available for the function are VIP tickets. And the publicity advises that there will be a “Special VIP-zone available for everyone!”, which I suspect negates the entire VIP concept; but what do I know?
The publicity also weighs in with “BE THERE TO BE SEEN!” which is likely the main purpose of it all.
Although the whole thing sounds like a dire exercise in masturbatory self-congratulation, it should be mentioned that it is for charity; so your 1,900 baht exclusive* VIP ticket (including access to special VIP zones**) will be going to a good cause, although not directly: “Movers & SHAKERS does NOT donate CASH money for charity projects but provides specific goods or services to suit each charity cause.”
Personally I am waiting for an invitation to the Deadbeats and Underachievers piss up; where anyone showing the slightest hint of superiority will be ejected and all ticket sales will be directly employed in the purchase of beer and semi-legal recreational substances. Dress code: Black tie. I will, of course, still refuse to attend on the basis that I hate almost everybody***.
*Everyone on planet earth **Everywhere, apart from the staff toilets ***Apart from you, gentle reader. I love you.
Comments 🔗
2012-10-10| Spanky saysI’ll be happy to be your proxy at the event provided you pay the 1900 baht for me. I will glare at people in a baleful manner while muttering sarcastic and rude comments under my breath. I doubt anyone will notice a difference.
2012-10-10| Spike saysInserting you into a room littered with nubile models is not a good plan.
2012-10-10| Pete saysWhilst one can’t “indulge an unlimited flow” of anything, 1900B for unlimited free piss and outstanding buffets while ogling cuties sounds like a good deal to me!
2012-10-10| Spanky saysSo says you. I think I would blend in nicely.
2012-10-10| Grant saysI’m in town, we’ll all go! Maybe Drew will be there…
2012-10-10| Spanky saysSpike is sending me not you!
2012-10-11| Barry says“Indoor and outdoor entertainment all night long” - until it finishes at midnight. And free drinks and buffet, all for only 1900 baht. I love it.
2012-10-14| KSM saysI am waiting for the “Photographers Ball” and will purchase several tickets
Assuming it is a raffle rather than a dance of course …..
2012-10-14| Grant saysSecond prize is two of them…