Bridgerton fans hoping for a spectacular and unique experience were left feeling extremely short changed following a recent event. Super fans of the hit Netflix period drama forked out up to $1000 each (£747) on the supposed glam showing, but were left furious by what they found. Tickets for the event based on the series cost at least $150 (£112) per ticket, but some splashed up to $1,000 (£747) for the Duke and Duchess option.
The pricier range was supposed to include orchestra music, a professional dance card, professional photos and a valet, according to AV Club. The event, which was billed as a chance for fans to "step into the enchanting world of the Regency-era for an evening of sophistication, grace and historical charm" took place in Detroit, USA, on September 22. It saw fans of the show fly in from different locations and spend hard earned cash on the likes of ball gowns and hotels.
When they arrived at the three-story Harmonie Club, many were shocked at their findings. Instead of their expected "royalty" greeting, they discovered cheap décor, a sole violinist, and a pole-dancing stripper who claimed to have only been hired three hours prior to the event's start time. Photos shared online showed the party flopping as guests sat bored around the room scrolling through their phones.
The disastrous offering came after the event had already been pushed back at just three days notice, according to one TikTok user. Another user on Twitter /X claimed the company had ap.