How to Save Money as a Young Theatergoer in New York City

Theater is said to be a dying industry. This is because most of the people in the audience will be dead in ten years and some a lot sooner. Theater producers and owners realize this, and in an effort to attract young audiences are making cheap tickets available to people under 35. Read on to learn ways to save money as a young theatergoer in New York City.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Second Stage Theater. This prestigious theater responsible for hit productions such as the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee offers $25 tickets to anyone under 25. Best of all, you can order online.

2. The New York City Opera (NYCO) has a program called Big Deal. Open to anyone 21-35, NYCO offers $30 orchestra seats, available in advance and on line, and hosts select parties and lectures throughout the season.

3. Playwrights Horizons offers both discount subscriptions and single tickets to those under 30. Available in advance as a subscription or one hour prior to show time for $20.

4. The Roundabout Theater, one of the largest non-profits in the city, has their own theater program for young people called Hiptix. Open to anyone 18-35, Hiptix offers $20 tickets to all productions and parties with free food and drinks at certain performances. There's even an opportunity to meet the cast. Even if the play's a bust, the party will make it worth your time and money. Who can't drink $20 worth of alcohol?

Resources

• Roundabout Hip Tix
• NYCO's Big Deal
• Playwrights Horizons
• Second Stage Theatre