Missy Elliott's first-ever headlining tour is about to launch with the first show taking place in Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»on July 4.
The "Out of This World — The Missy Elliott Experience" takes over Rogers Arena on Thursday, which will find Elliott joined by Busta Rhymes and Ciara, and opener Timbaland.
Elliott has a long list of hits to her name like "Get Ur Freak On," "Work It," and "Gossip Folks" (and as a featured artist, like on Ciara's hit "" and Busta Rhymes' ""). She's also in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and a road named after her.
Show time
Gates for the show open at 7 p.m.
Tickets
Lots of tickets are still available on , ranging in price. The cheap seats start at $67.70 (after the initial TicketMaster fees, they add another $6 at the checkout).
At the other end of the price spectrum (and just a short distance from the stage) are tickets running a bit over $250 each.
Transportation
Hullo Ferries has added a special late-night sailing for the show, departing from the docks in front of the convention centre at 11:55 p.m. and arriving in Nanaimo at 1:15 a.m.
TransLink has not announced any alerts, delays or additional service which will affect trips to or from the concert in any meaningful way.
Restrictions
A few things aren't allowed in Rogers Arena for the show. Notably, some bags won't be permitted; all bags need to be under 35.5 cm by 35.5 cm by 15.2 cm. For reference, 35.5 cm is just a bit over 13 inches.
Rogers Arena is also a smoke-free zone, as far as cigarettes and cannabis are concerned. The band may have smoke machines.
Other , like skateboards, selfie sticks and outside food and drinks, should be left at home.
Cashless venue
Rogers Arena is a cashless venue.
"Concession, retail stands, and hospitality will exclusively accept contactless forms of payment," states the arena's website.
Fan service
Rogers Arena has a fan service number to text if there are any issues during the show: 604-765-3267.
Concert-goers can text their issue and their location (seat number and row along with the section) and get help.
