Reflective Essay: The Bombing Of The Boston Marathon

It’s quiet, and a little cold as I walk into the building. There are only a few hours before the feel of the buildings energy will change, there will be an excitement in the air. A sort of anticipation of what it is coming. The people are on their way; but I’m already here, and I have work to do. What event is happening tonight? What needs to be done? What do I need to know and prepare for? What information do I have to share? I never thought there would be so much done behind the scenes. Everything needs to be in place, or get everything done that needs to be done. Well, this is arena life I’m experiencing. Time is quickly ticking away; we have to get everything ready. Staff here? Check. Staff briefed and deployed? Check. Building ready? Check. Now it is show time, here come the fans. Doors are open, now their energy will bring the building alive; music plays, fans greet each other, staff helping where needed; our job has just begun. The mission is to make sure they all have fun and get home safely, without them even having to think about what we do to make it happen. As the many tragic terrorist events that have happened in recent years, our security has become a …show more content…
April 15, 2013 brought the bombing of the Boston Marathon, and November 13, 2015 gave us the bombing in Paris at the Eagles of Death Metal concert. In their article “Attacks Prompt Heightened Security at Concert Venues,” The Sydney Morning Herald notes Live Nation as saying “The safety and security of our shows, fans and venues continues to be our highest priority," the statement said. "Due to the recent events in Paris and in an abundance of caution we have implemented heightened security procedures globally. However, we cannot elaborate further on the specific details." [1] This statement shows that promoters and venues are taking these attacks seriously. Though they may not reveal their plans they are making every effort to keep fans