Viagogo launches ‘solo socials’ to help female music lovers feel safe at gigs alone
A CONCERT company has launched “solo socials” to help ease the fears of female fans who are too worried about their own personal safety to attend gigs alone.
More than one in five female music lovers would feel anxious about going to a gig alone, a survey revealed.
The research by viagogo, also reveals 73 per cent of women have never gone to a concert by themselves in contrast to blokes, with half of men having gone to a gig solo.
In response to the stats, the digital ticket company is launching its first “Solo Socials” event – specially designed to boost confidence and bring solo giggers together.
Music lover Nicole Elizabeth, 38, of south east London, has previously attended gigs on her own.
She started venturing out alone because her partner Carlton Senior, 45, doesn’t share her taste in music.
She said: “At first, it was scary going out on my own.
“I was a very nerve-racking experience and it felt a bit lonely, but I also had an overwhelming feeling of thrill.
“I overcame my anxiety by smiling at others and being friendly with strangers.
“What I’ve learnt is that you can have shared experiences with people you meet at gigs.”
Nicole’s solo journey started when she was unable to find any pals to join her to see Royal Dragons at London’s Royal Albert Hall in November last year.
After becoming more confident, she has been to 12 solo gigs in the last year alone.