TDF.org -- To Apply or Not?

I'm planning a trip to NYC in two weeks, and I'm trying to decide if the $34 membership would be worth the cost of purchases.


I'm not really familiar with how it works but is it a better alternative to waiting at TKTS booth or trying for lottery?

Interested in: Come From Away, Great Comet, Anastasia, Dear Evan (but am doubtful); Present Laughter, A Doll's House, Indecent

If you reside more than 100 miles from the city, you're eligible for a national membership, which costs only $12.

I've been a member for about five years now and have actually never used it or taken advantage of the benefits. I live in San Francisco so only have to pay $12 for a national membership. I treat this as a charitable donation because I want to support live theater in my own small way.