Hamilton Cancellation Line- Page 63
Hamilton Cancellation Line
chalklit
Swing Joined: 5/16/16
#1550Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 1:07pm
LisNyc said: "Anyone know what the line is like today for a Monday show?"
+1 to this
how many line sitters? are they getting premium only? or 177 and watching the show with their clients? any information would be great
thanks!
Sunshine31
Stand-by Joined: 4/27/16
#1551Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 1:11pm
chalklit said: "LisNyc said: "Anyone know what the line is like today for a Monday show?"
+1 to this
how many line sitters? are they getting premium only? or 177 and watching the show with their clients? any information would be great
thanks!
"
Someone tweeted about it earlier. They were 8th in line (9th ticket). Looks like they arrived at 5 AM-ish.
tmm709
Swing Joined: 5/14/16
#1552Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 1:34pm
I don't know how things are going to today but from what I understand SOLD is charging a fee for a certain amount of time of waiting (not as long as they were doing before) plus the price of two premium tickets. However if tickets are not secured, the client is refunded the price of the 2 premium tickets.
Seems like more money upfront but less of a financial commitment if they don't get any tickets. I assume, since premium tickets (when offered) are offered throughout the day, they can walk in and buy them and leave, since the showtime will be another 4-8 hours from then. However, if they go by the new policy rules, these premium tickets may not be offered until 30 minutes before just like the $177 tickets. Not sure about that yet. Would love to see how this evening plays out.
#1553Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 1:38pm
Sunshine31 said: "FYI: @linestandingnyc is back.
Twitter: "Yes. We are still booking reservations for #Hamilton cancellation line with provisos.
Call us XXXX. #hamiltonmusical" (I blocked out the number). "
Oh, FFS, you can just link to the tweet. https://twitter.com/linestandingnyc/status/732226994285481984
"This thread reads like a series of White House memos." — Mister Matt
Sunshine31
Stand-by Joined: 4/27/16
#1554Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 1:43pm
LizzieCurry said: "Sunshine31 said: "FYI: @linestandingnyc is back.
Twitter: "Yes. We are still booking reservations for #Hamilton cancellation line with provisos.
Call us XXXX. #hamiltonmusical" (I blocked out the number). "
Oh, FFS, you can just link to the tweet. https://twitter.com/linestandingnyc/status/732226994285481984
"
I'm on the mobile app & it won't let me. That's why I did it that way.
#1555Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 1:46pm
Click the ellipses under the tweet and choose "Share via...". It'll give you the option to copy the URL.
"This thread reads like a series of White House memos." — Mister Matt
#1556Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 2:23pm
I can't tell what's going on. Looked like two lines but too early for ticket holders line to form. The one against the wall which is usually the cancellation line had plenty if people on it but don't know who was who.
#1557Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 2:25pm
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Updated On: 5/16/16 at 02:25 PM#1558Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 2:30pm
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casedilla2
Stand-by Joined: 3/7/16
#1559Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 2:50pm
If there are two lines, it's likely one for tonight's show and one for tomorrow night's. It's pretty typical for there to be two cancellation lines at any given time (which by the way, I think is dumb - why not just have one big line, with people at the end of "today's" line being, naturally, first for tomorrow if people give up after today?).
Did you see any SOLD guys in line?
bucky3
Chorus Member Joined: 5/7/16
#1560Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 2:55pm
Below outlines Louie ck's ticket policy. Seems like it could work for Hamilton as well, if those in charge were so inclined. As it is now, unless I am misunderstanding the current situation, it appears as though the line sitters are are buying 2x the amount of tickets that they actually need (due to the rules) which ironically makes things worse for fans who are waiting for cancellation tix. This is unfortunate...
broadwayfever
Featured Actor Joined: 6/15/08
#1561Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 2:56pm
meepsnyc said: "So I have 2 questions:
1. Can someone with extensive knowledge speak to the probability of getting seats with this strategy? I'm willing to spend up to ~750 per ticket (and I need 2), so this falls within that. However, I know it's not 100%.
2. I would LOVE to be seated in Orchestra Row H or closer. If I go the StubHub route (watching tickets until the last minute), has anyone seen tickets that are this good dip into the $700-800 range? I've been checking and it seems like some Row C's I had my eye on the other day got snatched up around $1000 / ticket, which is still slightly higher than I'm willing to go."
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1. I've seen plenty of people show up in the afternoon, go to the end of a long line and still get Premium tickets for that same day. One lady showed up as late as 3PM and still got premium tickets. The reason is because many people aren't willing to pay for the premium tickets and they are skipped in line. Usually, the people in the back of the line who have no chance at the regular priced tickets or SRO tickets end up buying the premium tickets. So there's really no need to pay a line sitter to wait overnight to buy premium tickets when you can show up yourself that same day and buy them yourself like most people do.
2. Yes, I've seen good seats drop down in price on StubHub but you have to wait until the last 30 minutes or so. However, it's a far lower percentage than getting the premium tickets. Also, keep in mind that you would have to print the tickets at the StubHub office or on the 8th floor of the Marriott.
Recommendation: Show up yourself in the morning around 8am and you'll get premium tickets for that same day. Or, pay a line sitter starting around that time. Again, everyone in the front of the line passes up the premium tickets because they are in great position for the regular priced seats. Thus, leaving those behind them with first dibs on the premium tickets.
#1562Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 2:57pm
casedilla2 said: "Did you see any SOLD guys in line?"
I couldn't tell who was who. SOLD wears a "uniform", their signature hats that I didn't see. The second line didn't look like it was for a 24 hour plus wait, people were dressed nicely in slacks and some older partons in line. Unless they're hard core patrons! LOL!
#1563Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 3:01pm
MyFavoriteBrunette said: "casedilla2 said: "Did you see any SOLD guys in line?"
I couldn't tell who was who. SOLD wears a "uniform", their signature hats that I didn't see. The second line didn't look like it was for a 24 hour plus wait, people were dressed nicely in slacks and some older partons in line. Unless they're hard core patrons! LOL!
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meepsnyc
Chorus Member Joined: 5/12/16
#1564Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 3:01pm
broadwayfever said: "
1. I've seen plenty of people show up in the afternoon, go to the end of a long line and still get Premium tickets for that same day. One lady showed up as late as 3PM and still got premium tickets. The reason is because many people aren't willing to pay for the premium tickets and they are skipped in line. Usually, the people in the back of the line who have no chance at the regular priced tickets or SRO tickets end up buying the premium tickets. So there's really no need to pay a line sitter to wait overnight to buy premium tickets when you can show up yourself that same day and buy them yourself like most people do.
2. Yes, I've seen good seats drop down in price on StubHub but you have to wait until the last 30 minutes or so. However, it's a far lower percentage than getting the premium tickets. Also, keep in mind that you would have to print the tickets at the StubHub office or on the 8th floor of the Marriott.
Recommendation: Show up yourself in the morning around 8am and you'll get premium tickets for that same day. Or, pay a line sitter starting around that time. Again, everyone in the front of the line passes up the premium tickets because they are in great position for the regular priced seats. Thus, leaving those behind them with first dibs on the premium tickets.
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Thank you for your input! I may try this one day :)
Do people show up in line wearing what they're planning on wearing to the show that night, or do you all usually bring a change of clothes to get dressed up once you get into the theater? I would love to look a little nicer for the evening show, but I'm thinking it also probably wouldn't be comfortable waiting outside in a dress all day!
broadwayfever
Featured Actor Joined: 6/15/08
#1566Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 3:19pm
meepsnyc said:
"Do people show up in line wearing what they're planning on wearing to the show that night, or do you all usually bring a change of clothes to get dressed up once you get into the theater? I would love to look a little nicer for the evening show, but I'm thinking it also probably wouldn't be comfortable waiting outside in a dress all day! "
Most show up with what they're wearing to see the show...I've seen people go in there in shorts and flip-flops. If you want to change, just bring a backpack and change during a restroom break. However, if you plan on buying the premium tickets, just show up in the most comfortable outfit and shoes you have because you get to leave after you purchase those type of tickets. That's when you can go home or into the Marriott to change your clothes and come back later that evening.
#1567Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 3:21pm
I hope that by the time summer comes there will be a solution to this whole mess. I'm not sure I'd want to sit next to someone who's been sitting/standing outside in the sweltering NY summer for 24+ hours and comes into the show without a shower and change of clothes!
happydude
Chorus Member Joined: 4/22/16
#1568Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 3:32pm
sarahb22 said: "I hope that by the time summer comes there will be a solution to this whole mess. I'm not sure I'd want to sit next to someone who's been sitting/standing outside in the sweltering NY summer for 24+ hours and comes into the show without a shower and change of clothes!
Amen to that! That's what I find MOST disturbing. I always thought tickets should be handed out as early as possible for that reason alone. The NYC subway is bad enough.
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jdra
Understudy Joined: 5/9/16
#1569Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 3:44pm
Someone beat me to it but yes, they are recording a Town Hall with the Tony nominees today for Sirius Broadway channel. hosted by Anderson Cooper. There was a lottery to attend.
FYI, in case everyone does not know...Premium tickets are $508 now.
schubox
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/16/16
#1570Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 4:21pm
Trying to back read so sorry if I may have missed where this is answered. I did the SOLD guys a week ago before the changes and had great success. Since the change it seems like there is a ton of information out there. Are line sitters having to buy a ticket for themselves now to work?
What is the premium ticket cancellation line? We would be willing to drop the $500 each for premium tickets but this is the first I've heard of them releasing premium tickets the same day of show.
jdra
Understudy Joined: 5/9/16
#1571Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 4:25pm
schubox said: "What is the premium ticket cancellation line? We would be willing to drop the $500 each for premium tickets but this is the first I've heard of them releasing premium tickets the same day of show."
It is not a separate line. They just offer these to cancellation line sometimes.
#1572Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 5:09pm
"Someone tweeted about it earlier. They were 8th in line (9th ticket). Looks like they arrived at 5 AM-ish. "
Thats me! Arrived 5am, only "single" wanting a premium so managed to get in. Crossing my fingers for everyone else - we had lots of fun playing heads up!
(premiums still $477)
schubox
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/16/16
#1573Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 5:11pm
Mark_E said: ""Someone tweeted about it earlier. They were 8th in line (9th ticket). Looks like they arrived at 5 AM-ish. "
Thats me! Arrived 5am, only "single" wanting a premium so managed to get in. Crossing my fingers for everyone else - we had lots of fun playing heads up!
(premiums still $477)
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When did you get there? I have never even heard of premium tickets getting released to the cancellation line. Is it common?
tmm709
Swing Joined: 5/14/16
#1574Hamilton Cancellation Line
Posted: 5/16/16 at 5:21pm
schubox said: "Mark_E said: ""Someone tweeted about it earlier. They were 8th in line (9th ticket). Looks like they arrived at 5 AM-ish. "
Thats me! Arrived 5am, only "single" wanting a premium so managed to get in. Crossing my fingers for everyone else - we had lots of fun playing heads up!
(premiums still $477)
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When did you get there? I have never even heard of premium tickets getting released to the cancellation line. Is it common?
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First, if premiums are still $477, where is the $508 coming from?
Second, they've been selling premium tickets to the cancellation for I don't know how long.
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