I hate to say this, but $500 per ticket, even with a M&G is really way too much. I know it's not CW setting the price, but really, how many have $500-$1000+ just lying around @ a moment's notice?
KET has been charging that price since 2008. They must be satisfied with the number of takers at that price, as they have not lowered it. I've not heard of any higher ticket prices anywhere.
In Arkansas they used to charge $300 for VIP seats plus M&G. Then they lowered it to $250. It is also $250 in Louisiana.
Unfortunately, CW is not coming to either state next year.