Welcome to OTL Seat Fillers, the home of Applause & Applausewear!
This is where we celebrate entertainment — with public event finds, a dues-based Seat Fillers club with member-only ticket invites when available, and Applausewear you can wear anywhere.
What Is OTL Seat Fillers?
OTL Seat Fillers is a private, dues-based club (not a ticket broker) that sends invitations to members when seats are available. When our entertainment partners occasionally have seats to fill, members receive private, complimentary ticket invitations they can choose to reserve.
We currently operate in 17 cities (US & London), and invitations vary by city and season.
How Does an OTL Membership Work?
You pick a membership based on where you live. When our partners have seats to fill, we send private invitations. If something fits your schedule, you can reserve your tickets — and if nothing is available, there’s nothing to reserve (totally normal). Preferred cities tend to see more invitations; on-call cities see fewer. However, every plan 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 week, you’re plan-free. The next week, you’re heading to a play, comedy night, or live music gig — thanks to a private invite when seats open up.
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?
OTL Seat Fillers is a private, dues-based membership club (not a ticket broker). When our entertainment partners have extra seats, members may receive a private invitation to reserve complimentary ticket pairs. 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 are for membership access and cover the tickets you reserve when invitations are available; 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. If no invitations are available, there’s nothing to reserve.
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 NYC Seat Fillers Experiment is extended through 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 a single invite can often offset dues.
