Why are theatre tickets so expensive?

Update: 2025-02-14

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Elf and her dad dive into the economics behind theatre ticket prices. From production costs to audience demand, we explore why a night at the theatre can feel like a luxury—and whether it has to. Join us for a fascinating look at the hidden mechanics of the stage, via West End spectacles, regional productions and fringe gems.

Here are links to articles referenced in the ep:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/true-cost-west-end-ticket-in-depth-look-james-steel/

https://www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/patrick-gracey-beyond-ticket-prices-the-battles-and-benefits-of-regional-theatre-the-stage-2024-uk-ticketing-survey

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