Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Buying Tickets Thru Applause Theatre Service

Having been employed at Applause for almost eight years now it would be safe to assume that I am a little partial when it comes to our company and the kind of service that we provide. I mean if we don't toot are own horn then who will? However I am also smart enough to know that we are not the only game in town. So what makes us different from every other ticket seller out there? Well location is one thing. Our office unlike most is actually located in Times Square only steps away from the Theatre District. That means you can walk right up to our office and purchase tickets to any show or event you want. How many other ticket companies do you know that do that? Not too many my friends.

Now walk-up service is just one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. I bet you didn't know that when you call most companies they are not even located in New York. Yes I know that's nothing new. I don't know about you but when I buy tickets I like to know where I'm sitting. Wouldn't it make sense to speak to someone who's actually been in the theatre before? I myself have been in every Broadway Theatre multiple times. Therefore I know the best place to sit. Not only that but I actually go to the shows.

Being in the industry that we are in we often get invited to all the new shows prior to opening. That way when somebody calls and wants to know what we think we can tell them. I know what I like may not be the same as everybody else. I mean just because I like something doesn't mean you will and vice versa. We are here to offer you are opinion and let you decide for yourself. Now unlike some people I will never recommend a show just to make a sale. That I can promise you. The thing is whether you order from us or somebody else is your choice. Just make sure it's the right one for you. It's your money after all. Until next time theatre fans.

JWB
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Customer Story

This week's customer story comes all the way from the great state of Virginia. Great Falls to be exact. This past Saturday I received a call from a gentleman who was in the city for the weekend and was wondering if we had any last minute tickets available for the following day's performance of The Lion King. Now while the show has been playing for over a decade it is still one of Broadway's most popular shows with ticket sales still grossing over a million dollars a week at the box office. Not bad for a show that first opened back in 1997. Anyway back to the story. Now on most weekends The Lion King is still a tough ticket. Even in January when most shows are lucky to play at full capacity at best. After a little research I was able to find him three seats in the third row center of the Front Mezzanine. Not only that but at a price that was lower than he had seen anywhere else. Plus I was able to find him a great but inexpensive restaurant for him and his family to eat at before the show. Another satisfied customer. Will you be next?

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Broadway Grosses: Week Ending January 29, 2012

That's right theatre fans. It's that time again. Now to be honest this is my first blog this year on this subject. Not that the grosses aren't newsworthy. It's just that with January being one of Broadway's slowest months there really hasn't been much to report. The good news is that between now and the end of April there are a total of sixteen new plays and musicals scheduled to open on the Great White Way. Now that is something to be excited about. That's actually down from last year when there were twenty-one. I guess you can blame the economy for that. or maybe it's just because the quality of shows has decreased. Here's a thought. Maybe someone would come up with something original as opposed to a musical based on a hit movie from twenty years ago. The Book of Mormon is the hottest show to hit Broadway in over a decade so what does that tell you? I rest my case. Anyway time for me to get off my soap box and get to the reason for today's blog. On to the grosses.

Anything Goes
(Sondheim) $618,894 85.3%
Chicago
(Ambassador) $424,654 67.2%
Chinglish
(Longacre) $366,258 77.6%
Godspell
(Circle in Square) $303,719 77.1%
How to Succeed…
(Hirschfeld) $682,879 80.1%
*Jersey Boys(August Wilson) $923,335 95.1%
Mamma Mia!
(Winter Garden) $566,619 66.7%
Mary Poppins
(New Amsterdam) $645,133 67.3%
Memphis
(Shubert) $570,087 75.0%
On a Clear Day…
(St. James) $614,214 76.2%
Other Desert Cities
(Booth) $491,987 84.7%
Porgy and Bess
(Rodgers) $921,404 96.0%
Priscilla…Desert
(Palace) $639,252 68.0%
Relatively Speaking
(Atkinson) $338,355 65.9%
Rock of Ages
(Hayes) $383,466 89.6%
Seminar
(Golden) $380,321 77.6%
Sister Act
(Broadway) $471,977 53.3%
*Spider-Man…Dark(Foxwoods) $1,417,922 94.5%
Stick Fly
(Cort) $292,182 61.2%
*The Book of Mormon(O'Neill) $1,445,407 102.6%
*The Lion King(Minskoff) $1,382,353 94.2%
The Phantom of the Opera
(Majestic) $654,734 73.0%
The Road to Mecca
(American Airlines) $210,296 64.2%
War Horse
(Beaumont) $959,199 99.1%
*Wicked(Gershwin) $1,503,461 94.8%
Wit
(Friedman) $205,987 93.3%

*Top Five Grossing Shows

JWB
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Posted by James @ 11:53 AM

A Day In The Life Of A Ticket Broker

The end of the month is officially here my friends. Where oh where has January gone? It seems like only yesterday that we were welcoming a new year and here we are with only eleven months to go before 2012 comes to a close. Trust me. 2013 will be here before you know it. As we look forward to the next year I find myself at a crossroads. Where will I be in eleven months? To be honest I don't even know where I will be three months from now. It's the same in the ticket industry. Who knows how long any us will be here. Days? Weeks? Months? Years? Nobody knows. Now we all know that there will always be people wanting to come to New York and see a show. Who they choose to purchase from is something we can't control. All we can do is do our best and hope that is enough. That's true in everything in life. Until next time.

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Friday, January 27, 2012

Customer Story

Two customer stories in one week? I must have run out of things to blog about right? Not hardly. It's just that we have great customers. So why not tell you about them? Yesterday I received a call from a very nice lady from California. Even though she has been here before she was bringing her son who had never been. Plus it would be her first trip to New York in over twelve years.

At first she was only thinking about seeing one show. Her choice? Memphis. Now while the show is not one of my favorites it does have it's admirers. Well that and a few Tony Awards including Best Musical of the Year. I asked her when she wanted to go and she said she would be here the second week of March. I told her that if she was willing to go to a Wednesday matinee not only would the seats be better but at a lower rate. Well she loved that. Plus since she saved so much on the Memphis tickets she decided to see another show.

She asked if I had any suggestions and I told her Million Dollar Quartet was one of my favorites and because the show was now Off-Broadway the price would be any lower. Well wouldn't you know it but Million Dollar Quartet was one that she was thinking about seeing. Great minds think alike I guess. Anyway when I was said and done I was able to get her and her son excellent seats for below cost. Not only that but I was also able to help find her some great restaurants to check out while they were here. Another satisfied customer. Will you be next?

JWB
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Thursday, January 26, 2012

Broadway's The Phantom of the Opera Celebrate's Anniversary

Can you believe it's been twenty-four years since The Phantom of the Opera opened on Broadway? I sure can't. Yet here we are in 2012 and the show will celebrate another milestone on January 26. It was also announced that on February 11 it will play it's 10,000th performance. Pretty impressive don't you think? The show which first premiered in London on September 1998 is Broadway's longest running show of all time with worldwide box office receipts hitting over $5 billion dollars including a Broadway gross of over $800 million. Not bad for show that opened when Reagan was still in office. Now for those of you who still haven't seen the show, and by now I can't believe there are too many people that haven't, you have come to the right place. Good seats are available for all performances. Not only that but at prices that can't be beat. Be advised that while this "Special Offer" is good thru March 10 it is not good for Saturday evenings and subject to availability. Get your tickets to see The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway. You will love it.

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Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Applause Theatre Service Sells Tickets For All Events Nationwide And Abroad

I'll be honest when I first started working at Applause almost eight years ago I though that we just sold theatre tickets to New York and London. Boy was I wrong. Oh sure most of our business is selling tickets to the hottest selling shows like The Book of Mormon and Wicked, not to mention such long running shows like Mamma Mia and The Lion King. Now what if you want to see your favorite show but you can't come to New York? Just call Applause. Not only do we sell tickets to all shows both On and Off-Broadway but all shows Nationwide and London. We also sell tickets to all major sporting events as well as opera, ballet, and concerts as well.How many other ticket brokers do you know that offer that type of service? Not too many my friends. Don't forget that Applause is open seven days a week. That means we are always here to help with all your ticket needs.

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Applause and the Off-Broadway Theatre Scene

Having been in the ticket industry for over a decade now I can honestly say that most of our customers call because they are looking for tickets to the hottest Broadway shows. Makes sense to me. I mean after all when most people think of theatre in New York the first thing that pops into their head is Broadway. Now don't get me wrong. There is nothing better than seeing a Broadway show. I even like the bad ones. I'm weird that way.

Now while it's true that a big Broadway show brings in more revenue than a show in a smaller theatre it doesn't mean it's not as good. In fact in some cases it's even better. Believe it or not but Off-Broadway has been around since the 1950's. That's almost as long as The Phantom of the Opera has been playing. Just kidding. Now for years Off-Broadway was known as Broadway's little brother.

Although when you think about it it's not so little anymore. Now besides long running hits such as Blue Man Group and Stomp there is also Rent and Avenue Q both of which won the Tony Award for Best Musical of the Year. Who says Broadway has to have all the best shows? In fact some of the most innovative and original shows can be found below 42nd Street.

Believe it or not but there are thirty-five shows playing Off-Broadway at this very moment. With that many choices how ever will you decide? That's easy. All you have to do is call one of the friendly ticket experts at Applause and let us help you with all your ticket needs. Support Off-Broadway. Who knows? You might just enjoy yourself. Until next time theatre fans.

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What To See In New York City This Winter

Can you believe it's almost February? It seems like only yesterday that I was with my family celebrating the holidays and the end of the month is only days away. Time sure does fly doesn't it? Before you know it Spring will be here and then Summer. Now before you put away your winter clothes and get out your swim suits there is still plenty of time to enjoy the cold weather. Now for those of you like me who would rather stay inside then walk thru two feet of snow there is no better way than by seeing a Broadway show. Or maybe Off-Broadway is your thing? Or maybe you are a Knicks fan like me and want to see them in action. That's the great thing about New York City. There truly is something for everyone. Also don't forget that Applause is open seven days a week. 365 days a year. That means we are always here to assist you with all your ticket needs. So why not give us a call? You'll be glad you did.

JWB
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Customer Story

This week's customer story comes all the way from the great state of Vermont. Norwich to be exact. Last week I received a call from a travel agent who had a client who was planning a trip to New York in March and wanted to see The Lion King. Now even though the show has been playing for over fourteen years it is still one of Broadway's top selling shows. In fact just last week it was the second highest grossing show. Wicked of course was number one. I asked her when her client wanted to go and how many ticketsshe needed. Not only did she want a Saturday matinee which is one of the most popular days of the week but she needed fourteen tickets. No problem right? Oh and did I mention they wanted the lowest price possible? Anyway after a little research I was able to find fourteen tickets in the Mid Mezzanine and at a price that was lower than she had seen anywhere else. Plus I was able to find them an inexpensive restaurant that could accommodate the whole group after the show. Another satisfied customer. Will you be next?

JWB
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012

See Broadway For Less This Winter

Want tickets to some of Broadway's most popular shows but don't want to have to spend and arm and a leg to do it? Well have you come to the right place. As we speak there are over thirty shows both On and Off-Broadway that you can now see for less. Need tickets for a Saturday night? No problem. How about tickets on the same day? We do that too. Not only do we sell tickets to all events in New York but most at prices that can't be beat. So what are you waiting for? Call Applause now and see how you can see your favorite shows for less. Don't forget that Applause is open seven days a week. 365 days a year. That means we are always here to help with all your ticket needs. That's what we do. Until next time theatre fans.

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Customer Story

This week's customer story comes all the way from Muttontown, New York. Don't feel bad. I've never heard of it either. This past Friday I received a call from a return customer of ours who was looking to purchase tickets for her and her friends to see Sister Act later this month. Now while Sister Act is still selling well I knew I would not only be able to get her and her friends excellent seats together but at a lower price as well. Well she loved that. When all was said and done I was able to get her and her friends in the Center Front Mezzanine for less than it would be if she walked right up to the theatre herself. Not only that but I was able to find a nice and inexpensive place for them to eat while they were here. Another satisfied customer. Will you be next?

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Thursday, January 12, 2012

The New York Pass and Applause Theatre Service

Now to be honest until a few years ago I had never even of heard of the New York Pass. You see unlike most ticket brokers not only can you buy tickets from us over the phone or on the web but you can actually stop buy our office any day of the week and purchase tickets at our walk up window. How many other companies can say that? So anyway back to the New York Pass. For those of you that are not familiar with it it is basically a pass that not only gives you discounts on theatre,sports, and concert tickets but discounts for over fifty attractions in New York including restaurants,stores,museums, and tours around the city.

Plus by using the New York Pass you can save up to 20% off at select locations. That includes tickets thru Applause. Who doesn't love a bargain? I know I do. Oh by the way did I mention that besides these incredible offers you can now purchase the New York Pass at Applause. In fact Applause is the only ticket company in New York that sells it. So feel free to stop by our office when you come into town or call one of the friendly ticket experts at Applause and we will take care of the rest. Don't forget that Applause Theatre is open seven days a week. 365 days a year. That means we are always here to help with all your ticket needs. So why not give us a call? You'll be glad you did.

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Our Nations Economy And It's Effect On Broadway

Unless you've been living under a rock you have probably heard that we are in the middle of an economic crisis. People are losing their jobs, and entire companies are going bankrupt. In these trying times you would think that the last thing people want to do is shell out hundreds of dollars to see a Broadway show right? Well that's what I thought too. But you know what? The phones are still ringing and people are still buying tickets to their favorite shows. I guess the saying is true."The more things change the more they stay the same." No matter what Broadway will always be here. To make us smile and to make us laugh. To make us cry and to make us think. Broadway is what makes the world a better place. If only for a little while.

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Talk Live With Applause Theatre Service Today

Ever hear of a little thing called Boldchat? Well believe it or not but until a few years ago I had no clue what the heck it was. That is until my boss told me that we had purchased a new system that would allow us to interact with out customers online. Not only would they be able to ask us questions about our company but they could also order tickets thru the system as well. Sounds like a win-win situation to me. So what have you go to lose? Just log on to http://www.applause-tickets.com/. Then click on the live chat box and you can get started. It's as simple as that. Don't forget that Applause is open seven days a week. 365 days a year. That means we are always here to help with all your tickets needs. That's what we do. Until next time theatre fans.

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New Broadway Revival Of Jesus Christ Superstar Is Now On Sale

Really? Does Broadway really need another revival of Jesus Christ Superstar? It seems like only yesterday the last revival was here. Yes I know that was almost twelve years ago but it still leaves a bad taste in my mouth. To this day it is still one of the worst things that I have ever seen and trust me I have seen a lot of crap over the years. Now based on what I have said so far you might think that I am not looking forward to this new production. Well you would be wrong. For one the show got great reviews and two it is being helmed by two-time Tony winner and one of my favorite directors Des McAnuff. (Jersey Boys, Tommy). Previews for the Andrew Lloyd Webber-Tim Rice musical are set to begin in March 1 with opening night scheduled for March 22. Get your tickets to see Jesus Christ Superstar on Broadway. Who knows? Maybe I'll see you there.

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Winter Savings Are Here

Who doesn't love a bargain? I know I do. Well do I have good news for you theatre fans. Now is the best time to come to New York and see some of your favorite shows. Not only that but at prices that are lower than any other time of the year. Looking for tickets for new shows like Anything Goes or War Horse? How about "Insider Prices" for long running shows such as Mamma Mia or The Phantom of the Opera? Well theatre fans you have come to the right place. In fact as we speak there are over forty shows both On and Off-Broadway that you can see for prices that can't be beat. Be advised that while most of these shows are for discounted rates they are all subject to availability and may not be good for all performances. So what are you waiting for people? Now is the best time to see a show. See you at the theatre.

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Posted by James @ 12:43 PM

A Day In The Life Of A Ticket Broker

So here I sit on a rainy Thursday afternoon trying to figure out what to blog about. Trust me. This is not the first time and it certainly won't be the last. After a little soul searching I decided to write about the one subject that we can all relate too. Love. Now whether that is love for the theatre or another human being it is something that we all have in common. I myself fell in love with the theatre at a very young age and while I may not have liked everything I see I never tire of going to the theatre. I just don't go as often as I used too. You can blame that on the quality of new shows that open year after year. Same in love. I can't remember the last time I went on a date. I guess I'm just as picky finding a mate as I am at deciding what to see on Broadway. What can I say? I like what I like. Maybe one day I will find the one that will make my heart go pitter patter. Until then I will continue my search. Who knows? Maybe I'll find a show that will do the same. Stranger things have happened. Until next time theatre fans.

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