Show-Score Discontinuing Member Nights

I just received an email from Show-Score that they're discontinuing their Member Nights (basically comp tickets given so members can review shows) and paid memberships effective immediately.

I'm guessing this has something to do with the fact that TodayTix acquired them so they're looking to sell tickets for actual money instead of a reservation fee. Now it doesn't seem like there's much need for the site any longer and it'll probably just die off.

This reflects the trend I've been noticing lately that there's less and less on papering sites so curious to see what happens now that one of the big names has gone away.

Original email below...

To our valued members,

Show-Score was started with a commitment to foster a community that democratizes critique and to connect people with shows they’ll love - feats that have been achieved in a way that only our community could accomplish.

As we continually strive to further Show-Score’s mission and chart an exciting path into 2024, we've made the difficult decision to step away from member nights and our paid membership program.

We understand that this news may come as a surprise, however, this marks an exciting new chapter for Show-Score. We and the TodayTix team are working behind the scenes on new ways to discover shows and share memorable experiences at the theatre. We would be thrilled to receive your continued support, and for you to keep doing what you’re doing – sharing your reviews, helping others discover shows they’ll love, and in turn, getting the early scoop on the best shows of the season!

As a thank you for all of your support, we will be refunding all membership fees charged between October 1, 2023, through today. Please allow our team up to 2 weeks to action your refund. Your membership will be canceled by our team today, there is nothing you need to do.

If you have an order for an upcoming member night, rest assured that your member night will be going ahead as planned.

If you have Show-Score credits on your account, we will convert your credits into a TodayTix voucher and add an additional 15% for you to use & catch a wide range of shows (which we’ll want to read your reviews about!) - please allow our team up to 2 weeks to email your TodayTix voucher to you.

This is a huge loss to be honest. I've seen many great things for next to nothing with this program.

How have the offerings been in the past year at PlayByPlay? That one's a little pricier than others ($115 to join + $4.50 per-ticket service fee)

Updated On: 2/1/24 at 11:49 AM

It’s been slim pickings there as well. I recently got all the devils are here, make me gorgeous, play goes wrong, shark is broken, rock and roll man. Last season I got Camelot, bad Cinderella, cost of living, thanksgiving play, ain’t no mo, downstate and every show at PH, the doctor, love (the armory). Hopefully it picks up this season.

truly weird and hilarious, honestly I have no reason to use that website now.

Exactly, paying $40 for two "free" Broadway tickets was simply extortion. That money sadly didn't go into the theater but into the Todaytix business. They seriously think people will continue to give reviews on that website for free, in today's world where we are expected to be appropriately compensated for our time?

I hope they just integrate Show-Score ratings into the TodayTix app, because I don't see any reason to review or use Show-score otherwise. The last show I saw as a member night was terrible honestly so maybe this is a blessing. I left at intermission because it was barely fit as a school production, nevermind an Off-Broadway production. TodayTix is annoying to use too so maybe they're a good pair or whatever.

Hopefully they go to Playbyplay. I’d also like to add to my list, I’ve seen a number of shows at the mintzi Newhouse in there including flex, gardens of annuncia, and epiphany. I’ve seen a number of things at roundabout the refugee plays, 1776. I saw how I learned to drive from mtc. The big apple circus, I can get it for you wholesale was up for one or two performances but I didn’t get a ticket on time. So I definitely think it’s worth it even if the last few months has been dry.

Thanks for this info, Melissa25. Like you, I used Show-Score as my online theater scrapbook. I wonder if there's any way to download it. I'll email to ask (if there's anyone still there).

I wondered about Hell's Kitchen also, and I emailed about that. The Show-Score person said that they made the decision to just have one listing for Hell's Kitchen, encompassing both the Off Broadway and Broadway productions. I thought that was odd, but didn't pursue it.

I heard back from Show-Score about downloading our reviews. The short answer is no:

We truly appreciate you reaching out to us. It's not possible to download your reviews and there's no need to do that, since you can still access your account. We & the TodayTix team remain committed to continue providing you with exceptional experiences and benefits as a member of our community.
Rest assured that who we are at our core - a community of people who love & want to support theatre - isn’t going away. Show-Score is still a way for you to:
Discover new shows
Keep a scrapbook of your theatre memories
Read reviews from & connect with other theatre fans
Earn badges and a place on our Leaderboard
Follow other avid theatre fans to discover more about the shows resonating with them
And more!
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We appreciate your understanding as we enter this new chapter, and are excited for the new opportunities and benefits we’ll be able to bring you & the rest of our Show-Score community in the future.

Updated On: 2/2/24 at 09:29 AM

It looks like my Water for Elephants review was removed, along with all the other reviews posted during previews. This changes their average score and removes any signs of a score lower than 70.

Also, they moved my off Broadway review of Hell’s Kitchen to the Broadway production, so if I see it on Broadway it won’t be an updated review of the current production.

I am a fan of Show Score and TodayTix which acquired them. It seems like some of their decisions aren’t transparent. I hope they can keep their business decisions separate in the future.