Should you be able to stand wherever you want at an outdoor concert? with no assigned seating?

Question

i was at an outdoor concert at the fair the other day and there were no reserved seats, you just stood there and watched. well my friend wanted a better view of the stage so we moved in closer. there were a ton of people there, but we managed to get through. well im not there for 30 seconds when this heavyset man turns to me and says "i recommend you move your *** over, because the girl behind you can't see." then went on to threaten me physically. well im 17 and i know full well if he layed a hand on me he would be arrested on the spot, and i really didnt mean to stand in her way and i moved immediately, it was just the way everyone was there, very crowded. Perhaps i'm wrong, but for a show like that anyone can stand anywhere right? Why should I be punished if i'm taller then her. she was not even 5" and i'm about average height. do you think i should have put that man in his place?

Answer 1

The man was out of line with the way he handled the situation. But he was not completely wrong and you are partially right. While yes you should be able to stand where you want you should also take into consideration that other people got there really early to get the better seats. If you find an open spot, that's great, but it's rude to block someone elses view.

Answer 2

Technically, you can stand wherever youwould like, and if you can move up then do it. But you've also gotta use common sense, otherwise you won't even be able to see the rest of the show.

Answer 3

I would have said you touch me and you will be in jail...if she needs to see she can take your place...

not because i wanted to berude to her, but he's being a jerk...

there is something to be said for picking your battles... in which case you could say my we are a friendly a--hole aren't we and then moved away....

Answer 4

i enjoy paying 1 grand for 2 tix