Welcome to OTL Seat Fillers, the home of Applause & Applausewear!
OTL is the place for all things arts & entertainment, including the unique local seat fillers club in the US & London, event calendars, an exclusive Heart The Arts™ collection, up-to-the-minute entertainment feeds in OTL Spotlight, and much more!
What is OTL Seat Fillers?
OTL Seat Fillers is a private entertainment club that quietly fills extra seats at live shows. Members in 17 cities receive invitations to theatre, comedy, music, and more with complimentary or exclusive discount tickets, while venues boost their audience without public discounting.
How does an OTL Seat Fillers membership work?
You pick a membership based on where you live, and we send private invitations when our entertainment partners have seats to fill. Preferred cities see more frequent invitations, on-call cities see fewer, but still great value, and every membership is designed to make nights out more affordable and more fun
✨ At OTL Seat Fillers, your calendar goes from “meh” to “YES!” faster than you can say “intermission.” One day, you're plan-free. The next? You're slipping into a new play, comedy night, or live music gig, thanks to a surprise invite in your inbox!
Reviews & Testimonials
"My wife and I love being seat fillers! We get out of the house so much more and it's so cool to be able to reserve free tickets to such great shows that we might not have attended without OTL!"
C.R., Atlanta Seat Filler
"It takes a little patience because shows aren't always available in your city. But when they are, just one event can pay for an entire year of membership."
S.C., Miami Seat Filler
"I love working with OTL. The ticket process is easy and the audiences they send our way keep coming back. They are a valuable part of the arts community in Austin."
Austin Entertainment Partner
Because we can't publicize our list of partners to avoid impacting their regular ticket sales, the only people who know about OTL are actual members. Check out more of their reviews and testimonials...
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Frequently Asked Questions About OTL Seat Fillers
Short and sweet—because you’ve got shows to catch.
What is OTL Seat Fillers?
A private membership (not a ticket broker) that sends members surprise invitations to complimentary tickets. Partner names stay private.
How much does it cost?
Plans start at $3.65/month (US) and £3.65/month (London). Busier “Local” cities average about $11.99/month for two seats. Dues cover your tickets; cancel anytime.
Is OTL in my city?
Local cities: Atlanta, Austin, Denver–Boulder, Los Angeles, NYC area, San Francisco, and London. On-Call (lighter volume): Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Nashville, Portland (OR), Raleigh–Durham, Seattle, St. Louis, South Florida, and Tampa Bay.
What kinds of shows do members attend?
Plays, musicals, comedy, and music—plus occasional dance, opera, symphony, festivals, immersive experiences, classes, and more.
How do promoters request seat fillers?
It’s free and private. Use our quick event submission form or email us—no public partner lists, ever.
Why do venues offer free tickets?
To fill seats, boost concessions, and build word-of-mouth—while staying private so regular public sales aren’t impacted.
How are tickets distributed?
You reserve online; we send the will-call list to the venue; you pick up tickets at the box office before showtime.
Is seat filling family-friendly?
Depends on the show—listings include age guidance. A 4-seat plan is available. Extra guests beyond your comp allotment buy regular tickets.
What’s the NYC pilot?
The Great 2025 NYC Seat Fillers Experiment has been successful, so it's extended into 2026: $12.99 total for a 2-seat membership for three months — no auto-renewals. Expect more comedy, music, and Off-Broadway gems. Join the NYC pilot.
Anything else I should know?
Invitations vary by city and season. The surprise is part of the fun—and even one invite can more than offset dues.
