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Investment Mission Statement >>
Allow ourselves to introduce... ourselves. We are the extremely attractive and whip smart Producers of a brand new Musical Extravaganza known to few but coveted by many. Like the ancient Pyramids of Giza, like the hanging gardens of Babylon, like the gravity-defying flag on the face of the moon, Invasion! The Musical will soon be an immovable piece in the puzzle of history.
And you - yes YOU - generous Mr. or Mrs. Investor, can be an integral part of that piece. The next few pages will take you reeling on a magic carpet ride of Budget Projections, Production Photos, Creator’s Biographies, and Timelines. Your carriage awaits, generous Investor. So take a sip from the chalice of glory, grab hold of someone you love, and turn the page…
- Ben Giroux and Gabriel Oliva, Executive Producers |
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Projected Budget >>
Due to the Hudson Theatre’s enthusiasm for Invasion!, they have offered some incredible financial perks including a comprehensive free two-week rehearsal period, free load-in of equipment, and free tech days. That leaves the cost of renting the space itself. The Hudson’s appreciation for this project has yielded an affordable, reasonable price. At $2,075 a weekend (one show on Friday, 2 on Saturday, and a Sunday matinee), the production will cost $12,450 for a professional six week run, opening August 17th and closing September 23rd of this year.
After the cost of renting the space, we’ve budgeted an additional $5000 for production costs (including props, costumes, set, materials, construction, and designer fees). Our musicians, a six-person band, will be paid directly from our box office profit, totaling an additional $6750 ($50 per service per band member) in deferred payment - not part of our pre-budget.
Our director has already signed on to the project and will direct for a minimal director fee. We are currently in negotiations. In addition, the original cast is back to perform free of charge.
Ultimately, our budget is composed of two central sections: the theatre rental and the production costs. Our total budget, combining these costs, is $18,330.
Budgeted Items (Initial Payments)
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Budgeted Items (Payments Due from Box Office Profit)
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Timeline of Events >>
Below, you'll find a brief timeline of events for Invasion!, to ensure that the show moves along on pace to open August 17th at the Hudson Theatre in Hollywood. Some of these dates are subject to change. The fundraising gala event is yet to be scheduled.
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Investor Benefits >>
As an Invasion! The Musical investor, you’ll be part of the next big original musical comedy to hit Hollywood. Invasion is only possible with your generous financial contribution, and with your investment, you’re entitled to:
- Associate Producer Credit
- Select complimentary tickets
- A percentage of the Box Office profit based on your original investment
Your investment is worthwhile. If Invasion! enjoys a full audience every single show (24 shows with 99 seats at $25 a ticket), the show will gross $59,400 with a net profit of $41,070. We anticipate full audiences and capacity crowds due to strong word of mouth, our aggressive publicity campaign, and the popularity of the Hudson Theatre.
In this scenario, each investor would clearly make back their entire initial investment. They would also profit from the additional box office net amount after deferred payments are paid.
Although we don’t anticipate smaller crowds, our initial investors will make back their entire investment even if our audience is at half-capacity. In this scenario, the show would gross $30,000 with 50% audience attendance, still providing a net profit of $11,670 before deferred payments. To break even, we only need to fill approximately 31 out of the 99 seats each performance.
Ultimately, your investment in this show will be safe, and perhaps even financially profitable.
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Total Gross Income vs. Total Net Income
based on Nightly Average Ticket Sales
* Net profits listed in this graph will pay back our deferred payment costs.
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Closing Statement >>
We sincerely hope you enjoyed your breezy romp through this packet of statistics and endless cornucopia of densely worded information. With a little support from you, Mr. and Mrs. Potential Investor, Invasion! The Musical will transform overnight from a dream to a reality. If you are interested in contributing, please contact us at Ben@BenGiroux.com. Thank you very much for your time.
Sincerely,
Ben Giroux and Gabriel Oliva, Executive Producers |
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To Contribute to Invasion >>
Please fill out the Investor Form located in the PDF Document at the top of this page. You may also contribute by contacting the producers directly at 818-399-4391 or Ben@BenGiroux.com. Thank you!
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LA Weekly Calls Invasion: |
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| "A hilarious musical satire" |
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| "A non-stop comic orgy!" |
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| "A beautifully crafted score" |
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| "Freighted with ethnic jokes, scatology and gloriously disgusting ditties" |
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| The LA Times Calls it: |
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| "Cheerfully obscene!" |
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| "Some of the most creative profanity you'll likely hear this season!" |
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| "A celebratory embrace of everything low-brow and offensive." |
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| "An assault on audience indifference!" |
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| Variety Says: |
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| "It's an envelope-pushing raunchfest" |
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| "It resembles the latenight handiwork of a team of drunken frat boys trying to top each other's nominations for Ultimate Grossout between extended bong hits" |
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| "Several catchy melodies" |
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| BackStageWest Says: |
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| "There's no shortage of energy and talent -- not to mention courage -- among the performing ensemble, the imaginative designers, and the fine musicians" |
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| "An endless parade of offensive gags!" |
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| LA Stage Scene Says: |
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| "It’s raunchy, nasty, and a whole lot of fun!" |
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| "An outrageous romp!" |
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"When not gasping 'I can’t
believe they just said that!' you’re sure to laugh your pants off!" |
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| Pink is the New Blog Says: |
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| "Insanely hilarious!" |
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| "Smart and witty lyrics" |
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| "There are bigger and better things in store for Invasion! The Musical!" |
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