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Capitale - lighting/audio surcharge

jcisrhiannon Posted:

Capitale - lighting/audio surcharge

Anybody have experience with this BML Blackbird additional lighting/audio charge?

I just booked Capitale, and asked explicitly if there are any 'additional' or 'hidden' charges, and the BM told me no.

And then ten minutes later, when he introduced me to the lighting company (which is exclusive to the venue) they told me it will be $3500 for the basic package, which includes use of the audio system and column uplights.

I asked what happens if I don't get the basic package, and they looked at me like I have two heads.

Is this typical of an RH? Don't they include basic lighting and audio?

Seemed to me like a fairly blatant upcharge, but looking for other more experienced brides to weigh in. Thanks for your help!
lauraandrob2009 Posted:

Re: Capitale - lighting/audio surcharge

Do you mean Capitale in Manhattan? I paid a ton of money to attend New Year's Eve there years ago and it was a total disaster - we ended up leaving 5 minutes after arriving - the fire dept. was there because they had too many people - it was a mess. I swore I'd never do biz with them - my calls went unanswered too so service was horrible. Sorry.

agapiiiii Posted:

Re: Capitale - lighting/audio surcharge

Yes you have to pay extra for lighting there. I went to an event there, its insanely gorgeous.

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