^^^ I would like to know the answer to that too!
Personally, I think the $100 a year I spend for Gold Club membership is worth it.
And I shouldn't be saying this in public because the more members there are, the more competition for shows! But here goes anyway.
I just counted the number of shows I've seen in the past 12 months via Gold Club and via TDF, and the answer is the same, 21 each. By far the cheaper option has been Gold Club, and when I look at the two lists, I actually see more shows that I've enjoyed on the GC list.
If you're evaluating joining, I would say to give it a try if a) there is a "bonus show" offered at the time (there hasn't been one lately); b) If you keep up on what's coming to Broadway or Off Broadway and can snag likely candidates in previews; c) If you live close enough to NYC to get here quickly; c) If you have a schedule that allows you to see shows during the week or, better yet, a Wednesday matinee.
Updated On: 3/20/14 at 10:52 AM