If you are having difficulty with your regular internet provider, we recommend setting up your iPhone or Android device as a mobile WiFi hotspot. Doing so lets you share your smartphone’s mobile network connection with your other devices, allowing them to connect to the internet anywhere that you have mobile service. Please note that this…
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9 actionable methods to increase ticket revenue The close of one year allows us to reflect on our performance while eagerly anticipating new processes to implement in the upcoming new year especially on how to maximize ticket revenue. From live entertainment venues, be it music halls, magic shows, cabaret dinner theaters, or performing arts centers,…
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For the performing arts, the holidays represent both an opportunity to call on potential donors but also to educate donors about the year-end tax benefits of those contributions. This time of celebration and gratitude gives patrons the chance to support their favorite causes while helping your organization thrive. In this post, we provide some ideas…
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What are the best and most creative ways to show donor appreciation? Recognizing and thanking donors is crucial for maintaining strong relationships and encouraging continued support. When you publicly express your gratitude, you provide increased visibility for your organization and a feel-good moment for your individual donors. Further, these public displays of thanks inspire others…
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Securing funding through grants is a crucial aspect of sustaining and growing performing arts organizations and non-profits. As the grant landscape continues to evolve, it’s essential for these entities to be well-versed in the art of grant writing. In this blog post, we will explore general best practices, pitfalls to avoid, recommended writing styles, and…
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Give your patrons the excitement of finding a bargain while boosting your attendance and revenue with coupons. Prime Day and Black Friday generate frenzied shopping for one reason: we all love a good deal. Coupons encourage attendance for live events. With so many entertainment options, some people need an extra push to get them to…
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With season tickets and subscriptions down, try adding a Flex Pass to increase interest and attendance. Traditional subscriptions for newspapers, magazines, and the performing arts have plummeted while things we used to buy individually, such as food (Hello Fresh and Blue Apron) and clothing (Stitch Fix), now have subscriptions. Of course, entertainment now uses a…
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Published August 1, 2023 | Updated April 9, 2026Updated to reflect ThunderTix’s built-in Volunteer Management tools. Volunteers play an essential role in many performing arts organizations. They welcome patrons, scan tickets, usher guests, support concessions, answer questions, and help events run smoothly from the moment the doors open. A strong volunteer program can expand your…
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Think outside the box (office) with Pay What You Can Help your patrons feel empowered and trusted while creating a bigger community and increased revenue with Pay What You Can. What is Pay What You Can? Pay What You Can (PWYC) also known as Pay What You/I Want simply offers a way for people to…
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An Unsung hero of the pandemic can be your go to superpower for fundraising What do you see when you look at the odd square above? A weird maze? A reminder that your eyesight isn’t what it used to be? Opportunity? QR Codes: Increasing revenue in a changing world QR Codes and their unique look…
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