7/09/05 at 12:39 PM

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I just got this from Jeff, he's taken a few minutes to help those going to THE PREMIERE tomorrow! Remember he works in the industry and knows the way these things work. SAVVY? He and his people will be there tomorrow Have a great time and somebody please kiss Johnny for me! LOLOL

He and his people will be looking for anyone holding a JDR sign! Be sure to take one!!! Also, since there may be more info coming, if you are going, be sure to email me to let me know. Just click on the email icon in the upper right corner of this message. I will be on and off all day today and tomorrow. If Jeff sends any extra info I will email those attending.

Have a Wonkalicious time!


** Remember that the movie studios do want to see you. The more people, the merrier. Studios love it and it is a good sign of how much exposure the movie has been getting. Studios and publicists do want their clients to meet the fans.

** The down side is there is never enough time for everyone.
There's press to do and photographers and they will be as anxious as you are to get to Johnny. It's their job.

** Go early and get a spot. Remember that in addition to Johnny fans, there are fans of the other actors as well as people who are staying near by that will want to look. Plus the paparazzi and then the people who go to all premieres (there are quite a few) and they are very territorial and know all the tricks of the trade.

**If you can't get there early. Still go, hang out and have fun.

** I advise against having a big group of people with you. Saving spots and reserving areas is just asking for trouble later. People will not be happy and will let you know about it. Everyone wants that first spot on the rails. Everyone wants the center area. So I would not guarantee to save anyone a spot. If there is one or two of you, fine. People can become quite evil and it is always best to be friendly with the people who are surrounding you. You are there for a long time.

**Bring two cameras you never know when the battery will go out at the wrong moment.

**Bring something to munch on and plenty of water. This way you can stay in one spot. Going in and out may become a pain. So just use it for bathroom breaks only.

**It gets hot out there so be prepared. bring sun block.

**Limit the items you want signed. People will be pushing, shoving and trying to get to Johnny. He will not have time to answer questions or sign certain items or mutiples. So it is best to have a small sheet or something small and easy for him to get. Have a sharpie with you, be sure that it works BEFORE you hand it to him .

**Do not get smart with or snap at security, WB personnel or theater people. Trust me they will remember you and will not make things easier for you.

**Do not bother the personnel with 100 inquiries about when Johnny is coming, etc. Most of them are busy and will not have time. Then you have the ones who want to be important and may not tell you the truth. Things change so much and so fast and most people will not know what Johnny is doing. No need to get yourself all worked up . Just because they are behind the scenes, does not know that they know what is happening with Johnny.
Someone like Johnny has the studio set a number of tickets aside for them and that is it. The communication is between the field publicist and Johnny's publicist. So save yourself some time and be patience. The people setting up have deadlines, so if you are there early don't bug them, ask for tickets or anything.

**Be prepared to have your view blocked by the stanchions and displays of the movie and a number of photographs. That is just the way it is.
Please remember that this is a business and these people have to get their interviews and press shots.

**The Chinese theater only has benches for a few premieres. Those are best because you get to sit down and relax and the time goes by faster. I forgot to check to see if this premiere is doing it before the offices closed. If I find out, I will let Karen know ASAP. If not, the city will set up the railing the morning of the premiere. That is where you will be standing. It is across the street from the theater. It is not the best place but Hollywood has certain guidelines for crowd control based on the fire department that they have to abide by. If areas get too crazy and crowded, the fire dept will shut down the premiere.

**Go with a "I just want a glimpse of him " attitude and you will be fine. That might be all you get. BE HAPPY! This is my advise from behind the scenes. It is so crazy and so fast. I attend premieres about 3 times a week so I have witnessed and seen it all on both ends, and from all studios. It is all work for me, but if I get a chance and or some extra treats, I will or send someone to look for JDR signs. No promises though as with this being an early premiere time, it is going to be a busy day.

LA premieres are much more different and aggressive then NY ones so remember that

There are some other helpful hints that I will turn in to Karen if I have time and she can send them to JDR members who are going . This could be a good head's up for you all. I will not list them here since this is an open forum .

Have Fun

Jeff