But that's why the selection of the "original 10" recipients is so important in my ticket distribution model.

These need to be people who deeply understand the culture and intent behind the Ten Principles, and know that new people are absolutely critical to developing and sustaining the culture of the event and community.

If they only give their tickets to the Jaded Old Burners, then that's the event they will have: a grumpy buncha has-beens who are More Burner-y Than Thou.

So any responsible member of the "original 10" has calculated the distribution of their tickets to encompass the reliable Old Skool producers of fantastic participatory events, AND the careful selection of newbies with potential to bring something fresh and surprising.

PLUS, it makes the COMMUNITY responsible for who shows up, rather than an algorithm.

Don't like the mix of people at this year's event? Then go talk to the Original 10 about it. PARTICIPATE. Advocate for your belief/position, and help them direct tickets in a better way.

Because... every year the Original 10 will/can change. It's how the producers of the event keep it fresh and keep everyone in the community engaged.

(I had a small experience with this when I was one of the producers for our regional Decompression event, Seacompression. There was a heavy metal camp that wanted to put up a stage and have live metal bands playing. Since 100% of the music at Decomps is EDM, it was kinda crazy to dedicate an entire 40' x 40' space (and the sonic space around it) to heavy metal. But ya know what? It was one of the most popular placements at that year's event! People LOVED it!)

So yeah. I think the "Original 10" ticket distribution idea is one that is GENUINELY Burner, and - if we all actually believed in the Ten Principles - then it could work.

At least that's my theory...