A significant ticketing mishap at the LA Philharmonic left multiple concertgoers stranded when StubHub allegedly sold duplicate tickets to the same seats. The incident occurred at Walt Disney Concert Hall in Downtown Los Angeles, where dozens of ticket holders were denied entry after discovering their seats were already occupied.

The issue affected Friday evening's performance, which featured Mozart's Piano Concerto and works by Nielsen. While some attendees managed to purchase last-minute tickets directly from the Philharmonic box office, many others were left without options.

StubHub has promised refunds within 5-8 business days and stated the situation is "under review." However, past incidents suggest that refund processing can take weeks or months, with some buyers reporting difficulties in recovering their funds.

This incident is part of a broader pattern of ticketing problems:

• Recent warnings from Irish and Scottish authorities about fake Oasis tickets sold through Ticketmaster
• A $600,000 scam involving counterfeit Taylor Swift tickets on StubHub
• An ongoing dispute between StubHub and Live Nation/Ticketmaster over responsibilities for phantom tickets

The situation highlights the persistent challenges in the secondary ticket market and the need for stronger consumer protections. While StubHub's refund policy exists, many customers argue that simple refunds don't adequately compensate for ruined event experiences and last-minute disappointments.

For future events, experts recommend purchasing tickets directly from venue box offices or primary ticket sellers whenever possible to minimize risks of duplicate or fraudulent tickets.

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