The Official TDF Thread

[neonlightsxo]

I don't think they would put TDF in the balcony at the Kerr. I'm seeing Amelie next week too, I think we should be fine.

[chris1978]

Saw Amelie on Sunday at 3pm and had great side Orchestra row F seats.  Very pleased with the seats and the show.  Hope others have a similar experience.

[LarryD2]

OSLO is up for opening night (this Thursday)

SIGNIFICANT OTHER is up for every remaining performance

[Ortensiah]

I was also there Sunday at 3. I had a left side, mid-mezzanine seat, which I was happy with. I Given the reviews, I wasn't expecting much, but I was actually really moved by the show and the score. Now I want to see the movie!

On an unrelated note, does anyone have experience with/recommendations for the "off-off broadway" shows? What's the difference (besides the price point) between them and "off-broadway" shows?

[dramamama611]

Technically, it all has to do with the number of seats.  Off-Off is under 200 seats.  

[JSquared2]

dramamama611 said: "Technically, it all has to do with the number of seats.  Off-Off is under 200 seats.  "

Sorry, mama --- that's wrong.  It has nothing to do with theatre size ("technically" or otherwise).  A 1000 seat auditorium can be "off off Broadway".  It all depends on what contract the production is on.

[jbird5]

dramamama611 said: "Technically, it all has to do with the number of seats.  Off-Off is under 200 seats.  

 

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By that logic Sweeney Todd would be off off Broadway since it only seats 130. I guess in off off Broadway you more mixed/non-equity casting, lower production values and some really funky performance spaces. At the low end, sometimes there isn't much difference at all. You might even see some recognizable names in the cast. Off off Broadway doesn't mean it's not good. You might be rewarded with some stellar theatrical experiences. And for $9 you are not risking much. One of the best things I've seen this year was Mope by Ensemble Studio Theatre in Hell's Kitchen.

[MayAudraBlessYou2]

JSquared2 said: "dramamama611 said: "Technically, it all has to do with the number of seats.  Off-Off is under 200 seats.  "

Sorry, mama --- that's wrong.  It has nothing to do with theatre size ("technically" or otherwise).  A 1000 seat auditorium can be "off off Broadway".  It all depends on what contract the production is on.

 

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...and a 1000 seat theater would never be under an off off Broadway contract. Mama is correct in that it has to do with number of seats (which is one of several factors deciding what contract the theater has or does not have), but she has the threshold wrong.

Off-Off Broadway: less than 99 seats

Off Broadway: 99-499 seats

Broadway: 500 seats and up

[ps_]

saw 'groundhog day' on monday (4/10) and was seated 4th row mezz, dead center (bought 3 tickets)....great view and great show!

[bwayphreak234]

I had my first ever negative experience with TDF seating last night for Bandstand. I got to my seat only to realize it was extreme partial view. Orchestra row G seat 17 (far aisle). I could not see half of the set. Luckily, the house staff was very kind and let me take an empty seat in the front mezzanine. I emailed TDF to let them know about this particular location, but I would beware if you plan on buying Bandstand through TDF.

[Megsamegatron]

bwayphreak234 said: "I had my first ever negative experience with TDF seating last night for Bandstand. I got to my seat only to realize it was extreme partial view. Orchestra row G seat 17 (far aisle). I could not see half of the set. Luckily, the house staff was very kind and let me take an empty seat in the front mezzanine. I emailed TDF to let them know about this particular location, but I would beware if you plan on buying Bandstand through TDF.

 

" Oh no! I'm seeing this tonight and now I'm worried!

 

[Megsamegatron]

Bandstand ticket from TDF was amazing on the Wednesday evening show!

The ticket was center orchestra row I  seat 104. Since it was a preview I got to sit next to some of the amazing creative team!

 

[steven22]

I'm seeing Bandstand tonight via TDF. Hoping for good seats! 

[cguevaraborges]

Hey everyone! Has anyone seen The Hairy Ape with TDF and, if so, in what zone were your tickets? Thanks! 

[wexy]

cguevaraborges said: "Hey everyone! Has anyone seen The Hairy Ape with TDF and, if so, in what zone were your tickets? Thanks! 

We're going Wednesday afternoon. We shall see. Never been to that venue .

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[JillianSch]

Has anyone seen Indecent with tdf? Where did you sit? Just saw Six Degrees of Seperation and was seated in Row S, center. 

[dramamama611]

Oops....I just had a (wonderful) tour of Lincoln Center, and I was sure she said under 200 for off-off -- but maybe it's my memory that is faulty.  I knew about under 500 being "off".    

 

Sorry for the mis-information on my earlier post!

 

Jsquared - they don't just randomly choose what kind of contract they want....if they did, all producers would go with an off off contract.....since that pays less.  The house itself determines the contract....not the other way around.  And, of course, it's not the ONLY determining factor.

[JustAnotherNewYorker]

JillianSch said: "Has anyone seen Indecent with tdf? Where did you sit? Just saw Six Degrees of Seperation and was seated in Row S, center. "
Ugh. last message was about another show.

Saw it Saturday last week. Center orchestera, mid row. Very nice seats.

[PurpleFanta]

JillianSch said: "Has anyone seen Indecent with tdf? Where did you sit? Just saw Six Degrees of Seperation and was seated in Row S, center. "

I saw it tonight through TDF and was front row, center. I very much enjoyed the production, and really liked being so close.

[steven22]

Saw Bandstand tonight and the seats were off to the side mezz row B. Great view! 

[billyelliotfan123]

Has anyone gotten tickets to Oslo or Play That Goes Wrong? Where were your seats?

[Ortensiah]

Thanks for all the replies! I guess I'll just pick and off-off production that looks interesting and hope for the best!

 

[MoveOnGypsy]

Indecent is on for Opening Night tomorrow night at 6:30!!! 

[AuroratheGeek]

When I saw Indecent I was in the 3 row in the orchestra on the right (2 from the end). I didn't have any problems seeing anything and heartily recommend seeing it.

For The Play That Goes Wrong, we were in the mezzanine, row G I believe, slightly to the side. Really wonderful seats. Of course, if you go, make sure to get early for some extra time with the actors.

[tresora]

Six Degrees is up for opening night next Tuesday!

Can anyone confirm if the seats offered on opening night are typically worse than any other night?

 

[AC126748]

tresora said: "Six Degrees is up for opening night next Tuesday!

Can anyone confirm if the seats offered on opening night are typically worse than any other night?

 

 

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TDF seats at the Barrymore are almost always mid or rear mezzanine anyway. I would definitely expect to receive mezzanine seats for opening night. But it's a small theater and there really isn't a bad place to sit--even the boxes aren't terrible.