Comments on: Suspension of Jersey Boys’ Student Rushes

By: A

Mon, 25 Jun 2007 23:53:03 +0000

**mistake in my previous post. Line 3. 12 tickets are available for every performance for students with a valid student ID

By: A

Mon, 25 Jun 2007 23:52:02 +0000

Well, student rush went something like this:
12 tickets were available for every performance for students with a valid student idea. These tickets were in the first few rows and the price was $26.25. In order to get these tickets, the students would have to wait until the box office opened each morning to get the tickets. Obviously, with a hit show like Jersey Boys, this line starts forming very early, way before the box office opens at 10 (12 on Sundays). Most dedicated student fans would line up at the wee hours of the morning, usually waiting at least 4 hours. Unfortunately, scalpers got hold of the student rush and arrived at the theatre early in order to get GREAT seats for this sold out show at $26.25. After getting their tickets at 10am, they would sell these tickets for a profit. Usually selling them between $200-$300.

I am so devasted that this policy has ended because of the ignorance of others.

By: Administrator

Administrator — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 22:51:48 +0000

Here’s a listing of Rush/Standing Room Only theatre policies:
http://www.talkinbroadway.com/boards/index.php?rush=show

By: irene eizen

irene eizen — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 22:04:38 +0000

How does the student rush line work? Is it for every performance – 8 shows a week? Thanks. A. IE

By: A

Mon, 25 Jun 2007 18:57:28 +0000

No problem, Irene. I love to help out!

As a student, I have participated in the student rush line. It is such a wonderful opportunity. Waiting is not a problem for me, it is the safety of the line. Unfortunately, some people ruin it for all.