no concerts have changed their pricing dramatically the last 5-7 years. That’s not normal inflation within your existing budget, it’s an attempt to get a much larger slice of your pie
a mid tier act in a theatre tour with dinner, parking and a babysitter is more than a noteworthy vacation these days.
it’s a real bummer- I used to really enjoy going to see acts that I wasn’t super familiar with or big names in genres that weren’t my cup of tea typically- but the cost to get in the door makes it prohibitive. I have to be much more intentional about my entertainment dollars
it’s a real bummer for being into art just for art’s sake and wanting to expand horizons