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Sam Wye E-mail
Written by Sam   
Thursday, 19 April 2007

Involved from: April 2005 to present

Description: Host and Shop co-ordinator


I was first introduced to Planet Angel in December 2004. I didn’t go clubbing, it wasn’t my thing, but my mate Debbie persuaded me that this party was different, that it had the vibe of a big house party and that I would love it. Well, she was right. Due to work commitments, I wasn’t able to go again until March 2005, when I had just changed jobs, and was looking for a challenge. Thanks to a film about how Planet Angel is put together, which was shown as The Happening, I decided there and then that I wanted to be part of it.

sam wye photoI started by rigging, and I soon started working front of house as well, manning the till and the shop and so on. When Polly got a job that meant she wasn’t able to work every party any more, I took over her role looking after the rigging team – ordering dinner for them, and checking all the equipment went back in the right boxes at the end of the night. When we moved venues, our crewing structure changed too, and I had a bit of a break, by working just front of house, which meant fewer hours. This was great for me, but I wanted to do something else for Planet Angel as well – but what?

That’s when the role of Shop Coordinator was suggested and I went for it. I really enjoy looking for new things to sell, and managing what is already there. But I was still looking for a new challenge, so I learnt to host as well, and now I’m one of the Head Hosts as well. So within 18 months, I have had five different roles to fulfil. And I love it!

Through the party, I have met the most amazing people. My views on life have changed dramatically. I have discovered my self-worth and a confidence in myself I never thought possible. I know that I have something to contribute in this life, and that it is okay to be proud of yourself and happy with who you are.

I can honestly say that I wouldn’t be the person I am today without Planet Angel, and I know that I contribute back to the Party. That’s the kind of symbiotic relationship that I thrive on, and long may it continue…