Stadiums packed and records smashed, what’s Taylor’s tour total?

Answer: $1.93 billion dollars 

Questions:

• Do you think spending on experiences like concerts is worth it? Why or why not?
• How do you think events like the Eras Tour impact both fans and the cities where they’re hosted?
• How can fans decide if an event like the Eras Tour is worth the cost?

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Behind the Numbers (The Times):

"Has there ever been anything quite like it? Not really. According to Forbes, Swift has grossed $1.93 billion in ticket sales, well ahead of her closest rivals Coldplay, whose Music of the Spheres tour runs into next year. Swift plays significantly fewer dates and charges more than the likes of them, Elton John and Ed Sheeran, whose tours are in the top five."

About the Author

Dave Martin

Dave joins NGPF with 15 years of teaching experience in math and computer science. After joining the New York City Teaching Fellows program and earning a Master's degree in Education from Pace University, his teaching career has taken him to New York, New Jersey and a summer in the north of Ghana. Dave firmly believes that financial literacy is vital to creating well-rounded students that are prepared for a complex and highly competitive world. During what free time two young daughters will allow, Dave enjoys video games, Dungeons & Dragons, cooking, gardening, and taking naps.