[Argorak]

I think there are some misunderstandings. As far as I can tell, this is an optional part of the conference where you can go on the day before if you want to do something beyond just the "professional" stuff.

I like the idea - its a local theatre with an interesting program relevant to current hot topics in the industry, why not show your city from your best side?

If you don't want to go, whats the point of being angry about it? Why waste breath on something optional?