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Originally Posted by fjtorres
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That was kind of my earlier point, and it generally does apply to those who are able to get gigs. But even smaller gigs in pubs/bars pay quite a bit from what I understand.
A writer can do a reading, but I've never been to one where the writer was paid or had a larger audience that about 5. I've been to some that were entertaining (the best was when a local comedian was asked to do the introductions and keep things moving). But in general, I can go read all day long, even on a street corner (busking) but I'm not as likely to get money thrown into my guitar case.
I don't know of a venue where a writer can draw 20,000 people to a stadium and charge upwards of 75 bucks a ticket. Or even 25 bucks a ticket for that matter.
I don't think it would even work for Rawlings. Now, if the ACTORS from the movie showed up and agreed to babble, you could probably bring in a crowd!