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Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
#25re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:15pm
I've seen Rent 34 times, but that's over the course of 9 years. That's an average of 3-4 times a year, and I don't think it sounds so bad when you put it like that. Over half of those were rush tickets or I used some other discount.
As for how else I could afford it, I spend less money on other things (e.g. I'm not a big drinker, I don't go clubbing, etc). I just happen to prioritise going to the theatre more highly than most.
#26re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:18pmUpdated On: 1/10/08 at 02:18 PM
#27re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:20pm
it also helps now that i'm living here. yes, you need to factor in rent. but i'm also working full time. and not covering hotel / transportation costs, so there's less money for me to lay down all at once. and i'm more than willing to sit in the cheapest seat the theater has for something i enjoy.
#28re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:24pm
"Oh, Kelly2, you do NOT want to get me started on my ex lover with the Orfeh tattoo. "
I think that's one of those things that's not really...there...it's just....in your head.
#29re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:25pm
Updated On: 1/10/08 at 02:25 PM
#30re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:26pm
"http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewImage&friendID=3255877&albumID=75170&imageID=15325426
In my head."
A shooting star...in purple ink...this relates to Orfeh...how?
ETA:
"Explanation: this girl has Orfeh's original script from Trailer Park and the star was drawn in the margins."
Um, really? Because it looks like it was copied off the design of the shirt she's WEARING in the picture?
#31re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:28pm
Updated On: 1/10/08 at 02:28 PM
#32re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:28pmI have seen Rent 84 times and have never once paid full price. For the most part I usually say that if I'm going to see a show again I'm gonna wait for a discount code, TKTS, or rush/lottery tickets. That's how I afford to see shows multiple times. Plus I don't really drink or go out so I can save more to see shows.
#33re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:31pm
I have seen Wicked 9 times in London, and only once was a top price ticket at full price (I knew the standby Galinda would be on and wanted to guarantee a seat), all the others were reduced price previews in the cheap seats (£5) or day / student tickets at £25 each - in waht would be £60 seats.
I have seen loads of shows, many more than once and usually use TKTS for half price tickets, day seats, student prices or Buy one get one free offers. It is an expensive hobby but it is my hobby, I don't drink or smoke which would cost a lot.
#34re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:32pm
Like Wildcard . . . I am far from being a student and do not live with my elderly mother. I am old . . .er. I just make the money myself by my day jobs and/or friends who buy the tickets for me to be the "tour guide" (since I live in NY) -- and a few comps from friends who work on or in the Broadway theatre's.
I've also worked for companies that offer discounted or free tickets. Or, of course, most of the time, I just earn the money and pay for guaranteed full-price tickets because I also enjoy my life! I could buy expensive clothes or go to a Broadway show. I prefer the Broadway show and buy clothes on sale or non-brand name. Cotton is cotton . . . why pay for a name?!
#35re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
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#36re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:41pmUpdated On: 1/10/08 at 02:41 PM
#37re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:44pmI've seen Spring Awakening 20 times, and the most I've ever paid was 56.50, and that was because I used TKTS once. Every other time I've sat onstage (31.50) or through student rush (26)
jagfkb
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/29/07
#38re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:44pmWell, usually I like to see a show, and during intermission, I go around the theatre checking out the other, smaller price ranges so that any return trips to the same show can be as cost effective as possible.
#39re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:57pm
Amy (Walt), you have Jean Valjean's prison number as a tattoo, don't you? Anyway, given the fact that the girl in question has two other star tattoos? I'm not sure your accusation holds up, lol. Not to mention the fact that you've been more or less obsessed with her since she refused to continue speaking with you a year and a half ago. I can't imagine why, but maybe it had something to do with the fact that you can't tell the difference between friend and lover and went all Single White Female on her. A year and a half later and you're STILL talking about her, sending her friends emails, etc. Talk about pathetic and obsessed. Give it up Amy, she's never going to speak to you, no matter what you say about her. LOL. If someone wants to ask Orfeh about something, it should be about how she thinks you're out of your mind. Have fun arguing with yourself, I'm done from here on out!
#40re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 2:58pmLMAO. BEST THREAD EVER.
#41re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 3:05pmI guess I should say that there are shows that I have seen more than once and a few shows I plan to see again in NYC. But I don't see shows 10, 12 06 50 times. But I guess you can also look at it like a movie you really like. You can watch a movie over and over at home on DVD but if you like a certain show, you actually have to go to the theater to see it.
BroadwayBound86
Leading Actor Joined: 1/24/07
#42re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 3:07pmStudent rush is such a glorious thing. I never pay full price for my tickets. I either try rush, lottery, or a discount code. I have a fear of heights so the mezz and balcony are off limits to me. The only time I will pay full price for a ticket is if it's a show I really want to see and tickets are hard to come by waiting for a discount code.
millie_dillmount
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/22/04
#43re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 3:07pmI have managed to stretch my money to pay for shows. I had a summer job and I currently have a job at school. I also get birthday and Christmas money, and manage to stretch that. I also have done student rush or bought cheap/half-price tickets. I only have paid the most expensive price (with exception of premium seats) for the following shows: Lion King, Young Frankenstein, and the Spamalot tour.
ashley0139
Broadway Legend Joined: 1/3/05
#44re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 3:10pmI saw Grey Gardens six times. That is the most I have ever seen a show. It's like everyone else says- I did student rush (and paid full price for the closing performance) and scrimp on other things. I'm willing to save money and not buy other things so that I can go to the theatre. It's just priorities.
#45re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 3:20pm
At the risk of being attacked by Walt, although she deleted all her posts so I feel like maybe I can actually speak my mind and NOT be attacked (for once)...
I don't live with my parents and I get very little support from them. I am a college student who comes in on her breaks and see theatre and I do it via student rush and discount codes...one can be very resourceful when passionate about something.
Sometimes, I am willing to compromise other luxuries to pay for theatre. IF I have to eat McDonald's and not sit in down in a restaurant so I can see Xanadu on stage or something, I think that's a fair trade :-P
#46re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 3:22pm
I deleted my posts because I reported abuse on two threads and I wasn't going to link that girl's MySpace anymore, although it's still in Kelly2's post, since she quoted mine.
Updated On: 1/10/08 at 03:22 PM
#47re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 3:22pmI am a student too and lucky enough to be going to school close to the city (I'm originally from California). So yeah, I definitely take advantage of all the student rushes and lotteries. The most I have payed for a ticket is at TKTS and that's if I'm going last minute of making up for a lost lottery. The only times I have payed full price is for the cheap rear mezzanine tickets if it's a show I know I don't want to miss. I know I just have about four years of this so I'm trying ti take advantage while I can!
jordangirl
Broadway Legend Joined: 10/1/06
#48re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 3:24pm
Lottery and Student or General Rush and TDF.
Oh, and discount codes. Those were invaluable for me with The Vertical Hour as there was no lottery or rush for that show (though I still shelled out a lot of money) ~ but it hit a nerve and touched me, so it was worth it.
Like others on here, that's mostly what I do with my free time ~ I go to shows. So it's not like I'm out to dinner every night and whatnot. I'm a full-time grad student AND full-time special ed teacher, so... But theatre is my stress reliever, so it's worth it.
(And yes, I do live alone. In Bed Stuy.)
LIVE THAT LESSON!!!!!!
#49re: Who are those who see shows multiple times, and how??
Posted: 1/10/08 at 3:24pm
wow.. that's a lot to see a show 34 or 64 times... I thought I was a bit too much for seeing Xanadu 3x.
but hey... there's nothing wrong with seeing a show that much ! it helps the industry- go for it... as long as you are not hurting anyone... I just dont think I can do it.
J*
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