That doesn’t mean things didn’t jump out at Campbell, a Wright State University communications major who studied the singer’s requests from the venue for a class project.
Take Derulo’s insistence that Wright State provide a small-to medium-size breed dog to play with for the day and “NO DASANI WATER OR PURIFIED WATER.”
“Dasani is so good. That’s so weird,” said Campbell, a 21-year-old from Washington D.C.
As for the dog, she’s wondering when the performer will have time to play with a dog.
“(He’s) going to be busy,” Campbell asked.
See Campbell’s complete article below with Derulo’s demands.
The project was part of an advanced news reporting class taught by Ken Paxson, Cox Media Group’s Internship Coordinator.
Students did projects on several aspects related to Derulo and his show.
Wright State University student Janae Campbell’s class assignment:
By Janae Campbell
Wright State University
Do you ever wonder what it takes in order for your favorite celeb to perform? Usually celebrities come with their entourage, equipment, and a list of demands to follow before hitting the stage.
Homecoming is approaching on Wright State University’s campus and to kick off the festivities “Talk Dirty to Me” singer, song-writer, and dancer Jason Derulo will be performing live at the Nutter Center on October 3 at 8 p.m. You know the saying “the show must go on”, that is not the case in this situation.
In order for Mr.Derulo to appear he has quite a few demands which include:
1. “NO DASANI WATER OR PURIFIED WATER” This demand is so serious since the rider included it in the contract at least three times.
2. One small to medium breed dog to play with for the day
3. 100% fresh squeezed orange juice (no Tropicana)
4. 3 healthy clean meals and after show food
5. Real knives, forks, spoons, plates, and napkins ONLY.
6. Room should be set to 72 degrees.
7. 1 juicer and assorted fresh fruit and vegetables
8. Luxury furniture consisting of a:
- large sofa
- love seat
- chair and coffee table
- 2 end tables
- 4 upright lamps
- large floor rug
- tables for hospitality
- table for laptops with power strip
- star vanity mirrors with lights
- 1 director chair,
- refrigerator
- show poster
9. 2 boxes of Uncrustables
10. Sixty 20 Oz. colored (Not Clear) Solo Cups
11. 5 liters of Gatorade (2 lemon-lime/3 orange)
12. 6 individual of coconut water (NO PULP)
13. Fresh quality bread
14. Mens fitness magazines
Jason Derulo’s Entourage and Tour Bus Needs:
1. 5 different menu options which need to include vegan and vegetarian options (Stay away from pizza).
2. 3 10LB Bags of ice
3. 1 bag of Tortilla chips
4. 1 jar of fresh medium salsa
5. Package of dry Almonds
6. Organic Moroccan mint tea
7. 6 real coffee mugs
8. Make your own salad bar
9. No Greasy fried foods
10. Cold cuts or sandwiches must be accompanied by hot selections in order for it to be acceptable.
The list of Jason Derulo’s demands has many wondering if he is a bit of a prima-donna, and just how demanding are other celebrities in order for them to perform.
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