Is TDF worth it?

[nightnic001]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 12:43pm

Is a TDF membership worth it for me? I usually take 2 or 3 long weekend trips to NYC a year. 

Thanks for your input. 

[ClydeBarrow]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 12:49pm

Maybe if you don't want to risk the ability to get rush tickets to shows. I haven't seen the appeal so far because the rush prices are cheaper than the TDF prices.

[ljay889]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 1:06pm

Rush seats are often partial view or in the boxes. TDF always offers full view seats, in my experience. I received front row side orchestra  full view for The Visit, and was thrilled. If you're not a student, or don't feel like lining up for rush seats, TDF is a great alternative. 

Updated On: 4/25/15 at 01:06 PM

[Mr Roxy]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 1:10pm

Totally agree

2 tickets for $ 30 a year. You save on the first time you order.

[Golenboybway]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 1:27pm

Yes, especially if you use it often!

[dramamama611]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 2:35pm

You don't even need to do it often...buying two or therapeutic breaks you even.  The bigger concern for you is you need weekends which brings availability down.

[Glittergrrl]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 5:39pm

It's only $30.  I had a promo code last year and got it for 20 or 25 as a first time buyer, so you may be able to get a lower price. Even if you use it one time, it's worth it.  I used it exactly once last year and I just renewed.  I live in CT.  If I was in NY, I'd use it a lot more.  The downside for me is you never know where your seats will be.  I am kind of particular about where I sit, but if that doesn't bother you, go for it.  I think it's worth it.

 

[delongpre]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 5:42pm

TDF is definitely worth it. Even though you can't choose your seats, you can buy in advance and know that you are actually going to a show on the day you want to go. We got 4th row seats to the Easter Bonnet show from tdf. If I don't do todaytix I do tdf.

[rjm516]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 5:45pm

Are most shows usually on it at some point? And is a show available on it for a very limited time?

[dramamama611]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 5:53pm

No.

Shows are listed for specific dates and on limited quantity.

[dramamama611]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 5:53pm

No.

Shows are listed for specific dates and on limited quantity.

[fb1123]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 6:47pm

Absolutely worth the small price they charge.  Been a member for over 20 years and love it.  Used to see 8 Broadway shows just since last month.

[HSky]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 9:52pm

I think it's worth it. My TDF seats for The Last Ship ended up being 5th row left orchestra, right on the center aisle. 

It works pretty well for my circumstances. I'm not quite close enough (nor is it cheap enough for me to burn the cost of train tickets and parking should I have no luck or good backup plan) for me to feel comfortable trying rush, especially for evening shows. However, with a few midweek off days each month or the possibility of making a show after work depending on my shift, if I see something on TDF that works for me, it's only a 60-90 minute train ride away and I can make that choice on fairly short notice.

 

 

 

[Phillypinto]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 10:45pm

What exactly are the benefits of having a TDF membership? It it cheaper then if you just go up to the tkts booth?

[ljay889]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 10:48pm

Yes, it's cheaper. Musicals come out to about $49 and plays about $43.

[Phillypinto]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 10:54pm

OMG I HAD NO IDEA!! I usually just rush everything, but I should definitely get a membership for when im lazy and dont feel like rushing

Updated On: 4/25/15 at 10:54 PM

[_IrisTInkerbell]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 11:17pm

Can anybody sign up for TDF? I looked into it a little while ago and I got the impression that it's only certain groups of people who qualify, like students, teachers, army, retirees... none of which applies so me.

[HSky]

Posted: 4/25/15 at 11:22pm

Here's the current list from their site:

• Full-time students (high school or above)


• Full-time teachers (primary or junior high school faculty, high school faculty, university or college faculty, teachers of drama/dance/music)


• Recent graduates (26 years of age and under)


• Full-time union members


• Retirees (no longer working and at least 62 years of age or older)


• Full-time civil service employees


• Full-time staff members of not-for-profit organizations


• Full-time non-exempt employees (full-time hourly workers - 40 hours a week - who are eligible for overtime pay)


• Full-time performing arts professionals


• Members of the armed forces


• Full-time clergy

I'm admittedly in under what feels like the strangest category to include, FT non-exempt.

Updated On: 4/25/15 at 11:22 PM

[Mr Roxy]

Posted: 4/26/15 at 12:17am

Much cheaper

[ohjustjake]

Posted: 4/26/15 at 12:20am

When I signed up, I wasn't living in the city and I had to put my zip code in, and it ended up only costing something like $10 a year or something? I've lived in the city for the past 3 years now, but it hasn't ever charged me more. I don't know if that's still a thing or not.

[Phillypinto]

Posted: 4/26/15 at 1:56am

ohjustjakeeeee, is that a pic of you?

[_IrisTInkerbell]

Posted: 4/26/15 at 12:37pm

Yea, that's what I thought, I don't qualify. Wah wah...

[bstoll1]

Posted: 4/26/15 at 12:39pm

Yes.

[Dollypop]

Posted: 4/26/15 at 3:55pm

It's very much worth it.  I was able to take three grandchildren to see the SPRING SPECTACULAR at Radio City without breaking the bank.  The seats were good, too!

[goldenboy]

Posted: 4/26/15 at 9:19pm

absolutely positively worth it.!!!