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UK Theatre Announces Venue Ticket Sales Figures For 2016

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UK Theatre has published the 2016 sales figures for its member venues. Based on reporting from venues across the country the figures show:

  • Gross sales of £471,694,561 (an increase of 3.61% on 2015)
  • Average ticket price £24.71 (an increase of 4.17% on 2015)
  • 19,089,239 tickets sold (a decrease of 0.57% on 2015)

While 2016 saw a small decrease in attendances, gross sales and average ticket price increased - driven by a number of high profile shows and tours. UK Theatre will publish its full benchmarking report later this year.

Fiona Allan, President of UK Theatre, said:

"These figures demonstrate the remarkable resilience of the theatre industry across the UK. Although we've been operating in a challenging financial climate people clearly value the outstanding work produced on our stages. We can be proud that the UK remains a world-leader in performing arts and is home to the most innovative drama, dance and opera companies."

Society of London Theatre, UK Theatre's sister organisation, recently published the box office figures for its member venues. For more information visit SOLT.co.uk

For more information about UK Theatre visit UKTheatre.org.


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