Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Seating/Pricing Thread- Page 57

[Broadway Fan26]

Posted: 5/2/18 at 11:56pm

I wish I could find $40 or $80 tickets. I search every day and the lowest price I’ve found is $130 per part. The website is very slow. I wish there was an easier way to search without having to check every date.

[Theatre_Mom]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 12:13am

Broadway Fan26 said: "I wish I could find $40 or $80 tickets. I search every day and the lowest price I’ve found is $130 per part. The website is very slow. I wish there was an easier way to search without having to check every date."

Don't give up hope!   I just got 3 $40 tickets for this Sat. 

Two together and one single.  I think the trick is to search for last minute tickets for the upcoming week or so.....

I do think the $80 tickets should not be grouped with the $130 to $165.  That $50 can make a big difference in a budget.

[LxGstv]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 12:27am

I’m not sure if this has been mentioned in the thread or not, but has anyone used StubHub? There was an article that in London they were denying access to whoever got tickets from scalpers. So curious to know if anyone has tried it? They had first row side balcony today for $135, both parts. Which isn’t bad. I wasn’t able to go so I didn’t buy them, but just wondering if they would deny entry for it being a resale ticket somehow?

[haterobics]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 12:34am

I don't think they can deny entry for those in NY, since there is a state law ensuring people have the ability to resell their tickets. 

[Lot666]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 10:42am

greenifyme2 said: "Shout out to CT2NYC for helping us all get tickets for affordable prices to this show and others! I can also now vouch for his trustworthiness. Thank you!"

He is indeed a very generous and thoughtful guy. 

[KirbyCat2]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 11:35am

Anybody willing to swap dates with me? I bought these tickets in October, but, cruel as life is, I have to be in London last minute, and my whole party is bailing on me now that I'm going to be away.

 

5/24 & 5/25 at 7:30p. Four seats, $175/part, Dress Circle, Row K, 115-118.

[(Insert Clever Name)]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 11:51am

Seats for today and tomorrow K 1-3 available for 130/ part

[LesWickedly]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 3:01pm

Currently deciding between D 24 in the Balcony and E 5 also in the balcony. Obviously E5 would provide a better view, but I'm wondering how the legroom is in the balcony as I'm rather tall, but if it isn't awful, then I might be willing to endure a little bit of uncomfortability for a better view. Already know about the annoying rail in front of Row C.

[(Insert Clever Name)]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 3:16pm

E5 is no doubt the better seat, but keep in mind price, and dates that could impact which one you pick

[(Insert Clever Name)]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 3:32pm

Also, for anyone wondering, I got a call today about the accessible seating I bought as a gift for my great aunt, and I asked after the convo what if someone bought it who wasn't disabled. The representative told me that it was totally fine and most people who bought seats didn't need accommodations. So I guess you don't need to be disabled to purchase accessible seating. 

[LesWickedly]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 3:36pm

That seems, shall I say, f*cked up. 

[stlrod]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 5:12pm

Is anyone else frustrated by what clearly appears to be holding back tickets? I know it’s done but it seems to be excessive. I had purchased prime tickets for 5/26 in the mezzanine because they were the only ones available. Today, several sets in the center of the orchestra became available at $130 per part which were probably considered premium at one point.

Updated On: 5/3/18 at 05:12 PM

[Nycat63]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 5:44pm

stlrod said: "Is anyone else frustrated by what clearly appears to be holding back tickets? I know it’s done but it seems to excessive. I had purchased prime tickets for 5/26 in the mezzanine because they were the only ones available. Today, several sets in the center of the orchestra became available at $130 per part which were probably considered prime at one point."

Don't get me wrong, I'm thrilled for the locals/people close enough to NYC to watch the ticket releases as shows get closer, but as someone who is making the trip from out of state and can't play those odds, I do find this pricing/holding back extremely frustrating.  My tickets are for June - I bought $299 tickets very begrudgingly, but I wanted decent seats in the orchestra for height and vision reasons, and my daughter gets dizzy in balconies so I didn't have much of a choice.  If I had the ability to wait it out, those tickets (frankly, even better seats) can now apparently be had for $130.  That's a $600+ difference for two tickets. Because I'd have to return my tickets within 28 days of the show date, I presumably will not get the benefit of these price drops because they will happen too late.

For those of us coming from out of town who aren't willing to play the odds and/or only have one day of their trip that isn't filled with another show (because that's what we come for and we plan in advance), it's admittedly a little infuriating given these prices and the huge $$ difference involved.  But again, great for those who live in or can get to NYC easily and have date flexibility - can't begrudge you guys.

 

 

[BroadwayBaby4]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 7:11pm

Have to thanks everyone on this board for giving a head’s up aboit tickets being put on sale close to the date. Could only find for one person, but got myself $40/part tickets in orchestra row M. I could not believe my luck.

[Chiasgirl]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 8:34pm

Nycat63 said: "stlrod said: "Is anyone else frustrated by what clearly appears to be holding back tickets? I know it’s done but it seems to excessive. I had purchased prime tickets for 5/26 in the mezzanine because they were the only ones available. Today, several sets in the center of the orchestra became available at $130 per part which were probably considered prime at one point."

Don't get me wrong, I'm thrilled for the locals/people close enough to NYC to watch the ticket releases as shows get closer, but as someone who is making the trip from out of state and can't play those odds, I do find this pricing/holding back extremely frustrating. My tickets are for June -I bought $299 tickets very begrudgingly, but I wanted decent seats in the orchestra for height and vision reasons,and my daughter gets dizzy in balconiesso I didn't have much of a choice. If I had the ability to wait it out, those tickets (frankly, even better seats) can now apparently be had for $130. That's a $600+ difference for two tickets.Because I'dhave to return my tickets within 28 days of the show date, I presumably will not get the benefit of these price drops because they will happen too late.

For those of us coming from out of town who aren't willing to play the odds and/or only have one day of their trip that isn't filled with another show (because that's what we come for and we plan in advance), it's admittedly a littleinfuriating given these prices and the huge $$ difference involved.But again, great for those who live in or can get to NYC easily and have date flexibility - can't begrudge you guys.



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If you bought your tickets prior to April then you can return your tickets 14 or more days before your show date.  I returned and booked new ones just this week.  It took a couple phone calls to find someone that actually looked at the old/new refund policy but they were able to process it.  We moved from row J dress circle to row C orchestra for $5 more per person per part.  

Like you, we are traveling to see the show and do not have a lot of flexibility with dates. I played the ticket game with verified fan, waiting rooms, long queues etc to get mediocre seats at a very high price.  I was disappointed to see better seats being gradually released.

Other thoughts, while you are on the phone with Ticketmaster, buy your new tickets before cancelling your old.  (The agent was happy to wait while I did this. She understood my fears!)  Also, you can’t purchase a total of more than 6 tickets through any one Ticketmaster account. So, if you bought and returned 4, you could only buy 2 more on with that account.  You may need a second account to make the other purchase.  

 

[macnyc]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 9:35pm

Also, to return tickets easily, log on to your Ticketmaster account and navigate to the Harry Potter tickets you want to return. At the bottom of the screen on the right (I was using a desktop) is a CHAT button. Just click on that. I had to wait about 15 minutes for my turn, but it was super easy after that. 

I also took advantage of the newly released $130 seats, and so did a couple of people in my office. 

Updated On: 5/3/18 at 09:35 PM

[Nycat63]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 9:56pm

Chiasgirl said: "Nycat63 said: "stlrod said: "Is anyone else frustrated by what clearly appears to be holding back tickets?t I know it’s done but it seems to excessive. I had purchased prime tickets for 5/26 in the mezzanine because they were the only ones available. Today, several sets in the center of the orchestra became available at $130 per part which were probably considered prime at one point."

Don't get me wrong, I'm thrilled for the locals/people close enough to NYC to watch the ticket releases as shows get closer, but as someone who is making the trip from out of state and can't play those odds, I do find this pricing/holding back extremely frustrating. My tickets are for June -I bought $299 tickets very begrudgingly, but I wanted decent seats in the orchestra for height and vision reasons,and my daughter gets dizzy in balconiesso I didn't have much of a choice. If I had the ability to wait it out, those tickets (frankly, even better seats) can now apparently be had for $130. That's a $600+ difference for two tickets.Because I'dhave to return my tickets within 28 days of the show date, I presumably will not get the benefit of these price drops because they will happen too late.

For those of us coming from out of town who aren't willing to play the odds and/or only have one day of their trip that isn't filled with another show (because that's what we come for and we plan in advance), it's admittedly a littleinfuriating given these prices and the huge $$ difference involved.But again, great for those who live in or can get to NYC easily and have date flexibility - can't begrudge you guys.



"

If you bought your tickets prior to April then you can return your tickets 14 or more days before your show date. I returned and booked new ones just this week. It took a couple phone calls to find someone that actually looked at the old/new refund policy but they were able to process it. We moved from row J dress circle to row C orchestra for $5more per person per part.

Like you, we are traveling to see the show and do not have a lot of flexibility with dates. I played the ticket game with verified fan, waiting rooms, long queues etc to get mediocre seats at a very high price. I was disappointed to see better seats being gradually released.

Other thoughts, while you are on the phone with Ticketmaster, buy your new tickets before cancelling your old. (The agent was happy to wait while I did this. She understood my fears!) Also, you can’t purchasea total of more than 6 tickets through any oneTicketmaster account. So, if you bought and returned 4, you could only buy 2 more on with that account.You may need a second account to make the other purchase.

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I purchased my current tickets (I returned a few pairs as better seats were released) after April 3 so I’m in the  28 day return policy rather than 14.  I’m very happy with the seats but it would be great if I could pay $130 rather than $299 for similar seats.  I plan to keep looking but by mid-May my return window will be closed, unfortunately.  I’m not optimistic I will find a great deal a month in advance.  

[stlrod]

Posted: 5/3/18 at 10:25pm

I’m within the 28 day window but rolled the dice and grabbed the $130 6th Row orchestra seats and put my mezzanine seats on stubhub.  Here’s hoping I can net what I paid for the orchestra seats. (Even somewhere in between will be a win since i would be complaining if prices had gone up.)

Updated On: 5/3/18 at 10:25 PM

[CT2NYC]

Posted: 5/4/18 at 12:16am

Chiasgirl said:  "Also, you can’t purchasea total of more than 6 tickets through any oneTicketmaster account. So, if you bought and returned 4, you could only buy 2 more on with that account.You may need a second account to make the other purchase."

There's a 6-ticket limit per transaction, but, as far as I know, there's no longer a 6-ticket total limit. That was a holdover from the presale, but I believe it no longer applies.

[macnyc]

Posted: 5/4/18 at 7:50am

stlrod said: "I’m withinthe 28 day window but rolled the dice and grabbed the $130 6th Row orchestra seats and put my mezzanine seats on stubhub.Here’s hoping I can net what I paid for the orchestra seats. (Even somewhere in between will be a win since i would be complaining if prices had gone up.)"

You could still try for a refund on Ticketmaster. Doesn't hurt to ask. 

Plus, if you bought them before April 3, the 14-day window applies:

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Ticket Return Policy
If you would like to return a ticket, please contact Ticketmaster. Visit our Contact Us to learn more about the ways to get in touch.

All tickets purchased on or after April 3, 2018 can be returned for a refund any time up to 28 days prior to the date of the performance.

Tickets purchased before April 3, 2018 can be returned for a refund any time up to 14 days prior to the date of the performance.

Refunds may not be guaranteed for tickets purchased within 28 days of a performance. However, please do contact Ticketmaster if circumstances mean you are unable to attend and they will endeavor to assist you. All returns are at the discretion of the box office.

http://help.ticketmaster.com/harry-potter-and-the-cursed-child-ticket-transfer-and-refunds/

[Lot666]

Posted: 5/4/18 at 7:58am

stlrod said: "Is anyone else frustrated by what clearly appears to be holding back tickets? I know it’s done but it seems to be excessive. I had purchased prime tickets for 5/26 in the mezzanine because they were the only ones available. Today, several sets in the center of the orchestra became available at $130 per part which were probably considered premium at one point."

It's maddening. I paid $299 apiece for a pair of center orchestra tickets, and now people are getting neighboring seats for much less. I know that I can continue to monitor availability and return the ones I have if I find a better deal, but it's a lot of work and I just don't think it's fair. It really shouldn't be this much work.

[oldfriends]

Posted: 5/4/18 at 9:42am

Just returned OrchR Row E 22 and 24 for May 19th. Should pop up for sale soon. 

[stlrod]

Posted: 5/4/18 at 10:11am

Thanks for the suggestion macnyc. Ticketmaster was able to cancel the reservation even though I was within the 28 days.

[macnyc]

Posted: 5/4/18 at 11:01am

So glad to hear that!

Updated On: 5/4/18 at 11:01 AM

[(Insert Clever Name)]

Posted: 5/4/18 at 11:20am

Email from the official site;

More tickets have been released for preformencee through June 10,2018