To us, being immersed in arts & culture and attending the theatre is priceless… but we can’t pass up a good deal! Here’s how to score cheap tickets to shows and events in the Toronto area:
First, sign up for free newsletters and/or memberships. They let you know what’s on and often send discount codes to members. Here are a few suggestions:
Save so you can attend more performances:
- Most theatre companies offer subscriptions. If you’re interested in seeing several shows at the same theatre or company, you can purchase a subscription and tickets are offered at discounted prices. Usually you need to buy three or more.
- Stool seats (they do have backs). Yes, they are the farthest seats from the stage, but they’re cheap! Not all theatres have these seats and they are not all listed online. Inquire at the box office.
- Rush tickets/lottery. These are like standby seats on a plane. Arrive as early as possible, usually at least an hour in advance.
- Students always flash your student card when buying tickets — almost every theatre company offers discounts.
- Lucky for us, twenty-somethings get discounts as well! Check out Stratford’s Play On offers, the Sony Centre for the Performing Arts — Under 30 Rush Club and Soulpepper’s StagePlay membership.
- PWYC (pay what you can) performances (usually on Sundays).
