Is Eventbrite free for theatre events?

Yes, publishing your performance on Eventbrite is free. If your event is free for attendees, you pay no Eventbrite ticketing fees. For paid tickets, our fees can be passed on to the ticket buyer, making it free for your organization to use.

Can I set up reserved seating for my venue?

Yes, with Eventbrite Professional and Premium packages, you can create a custom seat map for your venue. This allows patrons to select their specific seats when purchasing tickets, just like a traditional box office.

How does Eventbrite work as a theater ticketing system?

Eventbrite serves as a complete theater ticketing system by allowing you to manage everything in one place. You can create custom event pages, offer multiple ticket types, manage check-ins with our mobile app, and track sales with real-time analytics.

Can I sell tickets for a whole season of shows?

While you would create separate event pages for each production, you can easily offer season passes by creating a special ticket type or using promo codes for your most loyal patrons to purchase tickets for multiple shows.

How do I manage the box office on the night of the show?

The Eventbrite Organizer app turns your mobile device into a portable box office. You can scan digital or printed tickets for fast entry, look up attendees by name, and sell tickets for walk-up patrons right at the door.

Can our nonprofit theatre company use this platform?

Absolutely. Eventbrite is a great fit for nonprofit arts organizations. Our tools help you manage fundraisers, galas, and performances. Your nonprofit may also be eligible for reduced ticketing fees on paid events.

Theatre & Performing Arts Ticketing Software | Eventbrite

Theatre & Performing Arts Ticketing Software

Eventbrite provides powerful and easy-to-use performing arts ticketing software to help you manage productions, sell more tickets, and connect with your patrons. From opening night to the final curtain call, our platform simplifies your entire…

A seamless ticketing experience for every performance

Managing ticketing for the performing arts requires precision, from season announcements to nightly box office sales. Eventbrite's platform is built to handle the unique demands of your theatre or company, giving you more time to focus on your production.

Our theatre ticketing software helps you create a professional and streamlined process for your patrons. Plan your entire season, manage multiple showtimes, and give your audience an easy way to purchase tickets and support your work.

Set your stage for success:

Create your event listing: Add your show's details, compelling images, and production information to a dedicated event page.
Set up ticket types: Offer a variety of ticketing options, including general admission, reserved seating, tiered pricing for different sections, matinee discounts, or full-season passes.
Promote your shows: Use our email and social media marketing tools to reach your subscriber list and find new local patrons.
Manage entry: Use the Eventbrite Organizer app to scan tickets at the door for fast and simple check-in.
Track your sales: Monitor ticket sales in real time with detailed analytics to see which performances are selling out and which need a promotional boost.

Your all-in-one arts ticketing platform

From multi-show seasons to a single black box performance, our tools support your entire production lifecycle.

Flexible Show Setup

Easily create event pages for single performances, recurring showtimes, or an entire season. Our platform handles complex schedules so you can focus on the art.

Effortless Ticket Sales

Sell tickets online through your event page with embedded checkout on your own site. Accept secure online payments and get access to your funds with instant payouts.

Seamless House Management

Manage your audience with digital check-in, real-time attendance tracking, and on-site ticket sales for your walk-up box office using the Eventbrite Organizer app.

Designed for the performing arts

Connect with a global community of more than 89M monthly average users looking for compelling experiences.

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Reach new patrons and fill seats

Tap into Eventbrite’s marketplace to get your productions in front of a new audience. Our discovery engine and marketing tools help you reach local theatre-goers, while our integration with Facebook and Instagram lets you sell tickets where your patrons are most active.

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Manage complex ticketing with ease

Whether you need tiered pricing, early-bird discounts for subscribers, or promo codes for community partners, our platform has you covered. Set up custom ticket types and reserved seating charts to give your patrons the exact experience they want.

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A professional experience for attendees

From their first visit to your event page to the moment they scan their QR-code ticket at the door, your patrons will enjoy a smooth and professional experience. Mobile-friendly tickets and simple checkout make supporting your art effortless.

The essential toolkit for theatre and arts organizers

Eventbrite provides an integrated solution to manage ticketing, promotion, and operations from a single dashboard.

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Customizable Ticketing

Create multiple ticket types like VIP, subscriber-only, or group rates. Use our reserved seating tools to create a custom seat map of your venue.

Integrated Marketing Tools

Promote your show with built-in email marketing and social media integrations. Send announcements to your patrons and track the success of your campaigns.

Box Office Ticketing Software

Sell tickets at the door with the Eventbrite Organizer app and Tap to Pay. Manage walk-up sales and check-ins smoothly on performance night.

Real-Time Analytics

Access detailed reports on ticket sales, attendee demographics, and traffic sources. Understand your audience and make data-informed decisions for future productions.

We rely on Eventbrite for its discoverability and we're gaining followers. I can't think of an event where it wouldn't make sense to be using Eventbrite's marketing tools.Something Dope for the People

Eventbrite’s powerful reporting and promotional tools have been essential to track sales trends and engage our audience on their preferred channels. The platform makes it easier to reach the communities we serve.Elsewhere, Brooklyn, NY

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