What's the big idea?
We need outside money to keep our business growing, there is not enough profit. We earn money to perform on stage by playing on the stage. Its like we’re a grocery store that can only grow the exact number of groceries that people request when they enter the door. We need to fill our store with product: Merchandising, online content, Television content, recorded media, print: we need to grow into a business that makes money OFF the stage as well as on.
Describe the nearest player in your field.
Broadway. Song and dance on stage with glossy production, big marketing budget, giant staff from trainers to talent to management to merchandisers, and only able to tour the biggest rooms that can support their bloated productions.
How are you different from that player?
Small, local, yet touring nationally and selling out rooms at a comparable ticket price. We can play any size room and play more cities than touring broadway shows do. All content is self created/produced/managed/promoted. No staff, no overhead, way less expenses.
How's the world different with your idea in it?
Creatively, we satirize taboo subjects and allow the audience to breathe a collective sigh of relief and learn to laugh at themselves. Professionally we are showing the impossible can be done, living on the road with an 18 member show, doing a show the way we want to, and making money from it.
Why are you the one to run with this idea?
We have the track record to prove it. We’ve turned this show from a loose event in the back of bars into a touring show that sells out 400 seat rooms at a $20 ticket. Our potential stretches to merchandising, Television, film, internet, music, live appearances, and more.
There have been 23 replies to this idea
Carolyn Schaut
Vote for the Burlesque show on Start Garden, and come see them perform tomorrow night at the Pyramid Scheme!
Jeff Davis
They Rocked Springfield, Mo, and they get my vote!
Russ Behrman
SHFB is easily the most original, multi-talented and entertaining burlesque touring company in this country. Zany, whacky, a tad erotic and filled with outstanding original music bought to you by a band that can really “Bring It”! i promise that you have not and will see anything like it anywhere else. oh and did i mention how talented and beautiful the ladies of the is troupe are?! go see them for yourself, you will never be the same again!
Bethany Grenier
Do it! Vote for ShFtB now!!
Dave Jones
Vote for them! They are going to put on an amazing show for us tonight in GR I’m sure.
Rachel Finan
We need this extra push to take our show to the next level!!! Thanks everyone!
James Walker
Do you realize that this is Americana on the Hoof? It is art, entertainment, and culture. See the show. Tell your grandchildren/
Nicole LaRae
Nothing like SHFB, they are simply brilliant…and the single reason I’ve been singing ‘What A Fool Believes’ by Michael McDonald since last Friday’s show.
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If i still lived in gr i’d be honored to share the stage with these incredibly talented people!
Jodi Datte
Very entertaining!! Fresh and dirty=sexy! They’re energy is contagious! Keep up the laughter :)
Roberta King
Great show, like nothing I’ve ever seen before. A Grand Rapids original that everyone needs to get behindy.
Tammy Williams
Vote for SHFT! I told my husband the only acceptable presents in life are: cash, cars, jewelry and SHFT tickets!!!!
Tammy Williams
Stupid early AM shift, I missed the deadline! Oh well, still support this group in anyway you can they are WONDERFUL!!!
Jen Vollink Tyler
DID!
Corey Eno Ruffin
great response so far folks, keep sharing and help us win this second time around!
Stacy Sobotka
C’mon Michigan! Support this wonderful burlesque troupe!!!
Roberta King
SHFTB Grand Rapids, first, best and only genuine burlesque show. Keep it alive and kicking, hooping and shimmying.
Charles Norriss
You have clientele, resources, and a national touring business. With having no overhead, no utilities, a very small payroll, and not looking to become a multi-million dollar company, why is this money crucial for SHFT’s continued success? Is there not enough profit being made through this business alone, therefore needing outside money to keep it going and growing? I don’t see how Start Garden the right platform for Super Duper Happy Fun Times. Looks like you’re doing great so far, you just need to keep up the hard work!
Corey Eno Ruffin
We need outside money to keep our business growing, there is not enough profit. We earn money to perform on stage by playing on the stage. Its like we’re a grocery store that can only grow the exact number of groceries that people request when they enter the door. We need to fill our store with product: Merchandising, online content, Television content, recorded media, print: we need to grow into a business that makes money OFF the stage as well as on.
Leigh Ann Bartels
Whatever I can do to help, I’m there :)
Holland supports you!
Charles Norriss
Okay now I understand, maybe the name should be changed to ‘Continue & Help Grow Garden’ instead of ‘Start Garden’ lol good luck
Roberta King
Authentic and original, real performers, live music and pasties. SHFTB is awesome.
John Loader
Best show in Grand Rapids, or anywhere!! Be sure to check it out when they come to your town!!!
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