The Nutcracker Unwrapped
If You've Never Experienced It, The Nutcracker Unwrapped is for You by Celeste González, Contributing Writer Originally published 11/24/23; updated 12/13/25 The holiday season always introduces a wonderful selection of live theater, opera, and ballet. And, of course, one of the most recognized amongst lovers of ballet is The Nutcracker. ... Read more
Hanukkah 2025: Things To Do, Eat, and Give
Hanukkah 2025: Things To Do, Eat, and Give by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers Last year, I wrote a post about Hanukkah 2024, marking the start of a new OTL tradition. So, here are some fresh (and refreshed) ideas for a Happy Hanukkah, including a new Hanukkah news feed that'll educate, ... Read more
Stage & Screen Sips: 10 Christmas Cocktails Inspired by Shows
Stage & Screen Sips: 10 Christmas Cocktails Inspired by Shows by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers I can't believe it's taken me more than 10 years to create a "Christmas cocktails inspired by shows" blog post! It combines two of my favorite things. I spend all day in "theatre-land" promoting not ... Read more
10 Fantastic Gifts for Theater Lovers
You're Going To Love These Gifts for Theater Lovers by Celeste González, Contributing Writer Original post: November 4, 2023 Updated: November 13, 2025 Looking for the best gifts for that play aficionado or Broadway fanatic? Well, look no further than our list of 10 fantastic gifts for theater lovers. With ... Read more
City Style with an Arts Vibe Hoodies
City Style with an Arts Vibe Hoodies An Exclusive (Head-turning!) Collection by OTL Seat Fillers Cozy meets culture. The City Style (with an Arts Vibe) Hoodies Collection wraps your city pride in soft comfort and creative energy. Whether you’re out exploring or just keeping it chill, these hoodies show your ... Read more
City Style with an Arts Vibe Tees
City Style with an Arts Vibe Tees An Exclusive (Head-turning!) Collection by OTL Seat Fillers Turn your hometown pride into wearable art! The City Style (with an Arts Vibe) Tees Collection celebrates creativity, culture, and local flair. Each tee fuses easy, everyday comfort with entertainment-inspired design — perfect for anyone ... Read more
The Gift of Thrill: Why Extreme Experiences are Better Than Any Material Item
The Gift of Thrill: Why Extreme Experiences Are Better Than Sweaters or Phone Chargers or Chia Pets! by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers If you're like me, you've struggled to find the "perfect" gift. I'm talking about something truly meaningful that wouldn't just end up gathering dust in a closet. I'm ... Read more
Why a Candlelight Concerts Gift Card Is the Perfect “Go-Do-Something” Present
Why a Candlelight Concerts Gift Card is the Perfect "Go-Do-Something" Present for Any Occasion by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers I love gifts that turn into memories (after all, I highly tout our OTL Seat Fillers gift memberships!), and a Candlelight Concerts gift card ticks every box. Picture an intimate venue ... Read more
Spooky Shows That Thrill Theatres Annually
An Eerie Look Into the Spooky Shows That Thrill Theatre Audiences Year After Year by Holden Mattoon When's the last time you caught a spooky live show? For me, it was Sweeney Todd and the barber shop butcher. I've always thought that theatre shows are one of the best ways ... Read more
Funny Video Games That’ll Make Them Laugh So Hard They’ll Drop the Controller
🎮 The Ultimate Gift Guide to Funny Video Games That’ll Make Them Laugh So Hard They’ll Drop the Controller Give the gift of giggles with funny video games this season! From chaotic geese to physics-defying puzzles, these comedy-inspired video games are the perfect mix of laughs and chaos - and ... Read more
Holiday Shows 2025: Festive Theatre, Comedy, Concerts & More Near You
Holiday Shows 2025: Festive Theatre, Concerts, Festivals, and More - Near YOU! Holiday shows 2025 are your cue to swap sofa time for showtime. This auto-updating feed gathers festive theatre, laugh-out-loud comedy, sparkling concerts, family treats, immersive experiences, and more—so planning a magical night out is as easy as scrolling. ... Read more
Nothing Boo-ring Here! Things To Do For Halloween in the US & UK
Nothing Boo-ring Here! Fun Things To Do For Halloween - Events, Costumes & More! 2025 US & UK Edition Who says things to do for Halloween have to involve knocking on people's doors? OK, if that's fun for you, that's awesome! But, you can make the most of the spooky ... Read more
What to Wear to the Theatre: 2025 Edition
What to Wear to the Theatre: 2025 Edition Discover six theatre outfits for 2025 inspired by shows like Legally Blonde, Mamma Mia!, and Hamilton—stylish looks that bring stage-worthy fashion to your night out. by Brianna Simbenga Dressing the Part: Theater-Inspired Outfits for 2025 There’s nothing quite like the magic of live theater, the ... Read more
The Ultimate List of Ticket Clubs & Event Passes for Cheap Things To Do
More Than 60 Membership Passes That Will Make Your Life Better! by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers Looking for cheap things to do without doom-scrolling? This ultimate roundup of ticket clubs and event passes puts everything in one place. I'm heading from seat filler memberships to museum passes to city attraction ... Read more
The Great 2025 OTL NYC Seat Fillers Experiment
The Great 2025 OTL NYC Seat Fillers Experiment NYC’s Best-Kept Entertainment Secret is Finally Out (But Just for Locals) New York City is overflowing with entertainment - from Broadway blockbusters to indie gems, from stand-up comedy in Brooklyn to immersive theatre in hidden venues across the boroughs. But as any ... Read more
5 Smart Ways to Save Money on Entertainment and Event Tickets—And One Way to Get Them for Free!
5 Smart Ways to Save Money on Entertainment and Event Tickets—And One Way to Get Them for Free! Because having fun shouldn’t mean draining your bank account. By OTL Team Let’s be real—going out is expensive. Whether it’s a concert, a play, or a comedy night, those tickets add up fast. ... Read more
A Night at Shakespeare’s Globe: Henry VIII, Historic Vibes, and the Joy of Open-Air Theatre
A Night at Shakespeare’s Globe: Henry VIII, Historic Vibes, and the Joy of Open-Air Theatre It wasn’t just a play—it was an experience. Here’s what it’s like to watch Shakespeare where Shakespeare actually meant it to be watched. by Emily Spaulding So… Who Actually Goes to See Henry VIII? Confession: I ... Read more
Exclusive Discount for Hollywood Fringe Festival Premiere
🎭 LOST & FOUND at the Hollywood Fringe – Exclusive Discount for OTL Friends! Ready for something wildly theatrical, a little obscure, and a whole lotta fabulous? (And a discount code to boot?) LOST & FOUND: The Unsung World of Frank Wildhorn is making its live stage debut at this ... Read more
The Picture of Dorian Gray Review: A Filtered, Botoxed Nightmare You Can’t Look Away From
The Picture of Dorian Gray Review: A Filtered, Botoxed Nightmare You Can’t Look Away From Sarah Snook slays as every character in this one-woman reinvention of Wilde’s classic - with big screens, bigger themes, and even bigger cheekbones. By Daiane Quicine Oscar Wilde warned us over a hundred years ago about the ... Read more
Filling Seats, Fueling Arts, and Rocking #Fashiontainment
Filling Seats, Fueling Arts, and Rocking #Fashiontainment At OTL, we don't just fill seats - we ignite stages, spark excitement, and rock the world of arts and entertainment with a little #Fashiontainment flair! 🎭✨ Whether it's sneaking into nearly sold-out theaters (legally, of course), giving a standing ovation to independent ... Read more
The Most Entertaining Way to Gift Entertainment (with Bonus Creative Gift Ideas!)
...with Bonus Creative Gift Ideas & Things To Do Inspiration by Lu Ann Wall, OTL Seat Fillers Giving the gift of experiences is exciting—but let’s be honest, an emailed or printed voucher can feel a little... flat. Wouldn’t you rather give the most entertaining gift in the most entertaining way? ... Read more
Why Arts and Entertainment Need More Than Your Netflix Subscription
Why Arts and Entertainment Need More Than Your Netflix Subscription Streaming is easy. Saving the soul of our stages, galleries, and concert halls? That takes action. Note: Admittedly, I'm a little all over the place with this post. I'm frustrated at seeing arts & entertainment struggling and being censored. Here ... Read more
Austin Unleashed: Your Guide to Dog-Friendly Fun Near You!
Things To Do With a Dog Near Me in Austin Dog-Friendly Austin by Lu Ann Wall, OTL Seat Fillers I've been with OTL for over a decade, and I probably don't need two hands to count how many dog-friendly events we've privately offered to seat filler members. And, honestly, up ... Read more
Atlanta Unleashed: Your Guide to Dog-Friendly Fun Near You!
Things To Do With a Dog Near Me in Atlanta It's Atlanta... Unleashed! (well, sometimes...) by Lu Ann Wall, OTL Seat Fillers I have the cutest little Maltipoo you’ve ever seen. Her name is Daisy, and I just love her and love spending time with her. Now, that doesn’t mean ... Read more
The Audience Effect: The Psychological Hack Every Event Promoter Should Use
The Audience Effect: The Psychological Hack Every Event Promoter Should Use by OTL Staff Writer Have you ever noticed how performers light up when the audience is engaged? Or how a comic gets even funnier when the crowd responds with laughter? That’s the audience effect—a psychological phenomenon where people perform ... Read more
See a Show – No Streaming Required!
Don't Hesitate To See a Show Live Shows Are More Affordable With a Few Tips and Tricks by Lu Ann Wall, OTL Seat Fillers See a show?! Streaming platforms have made it easier and more affordable than ever to watch movies, concerts, and shows from the comfort of home. Well, ... Read more
Seat Filling for Immersive Experiences: A Win-Win for Venues and Attendees
Seat Filling for Immersive Experiences A Win-Win for Venues and Attendees - No Seats Required! by OTL Staff Writer Immersive experiences have taken the entertainment world by storm, offering audiences an unparalleled opportunity to engage with stories, environments, and themes in an entirely new way. From escape rooms and interactive ... Read more
What Does a Seat Filler Do?
Are You Curious? by Lu Ann Wall, OTL Seat Fillers More than a decade ago, my family and I started OTL Seat Fillers with the simple idea of connecting people with incredible local entertainment. Over the years, we’ve seen how seat filling has evolved, especially after Covid changed the landscape ... Read more
Extend Your Signal: Seat Filling for Podcast Tours
Extend Your Signal: Seat Filling for Podcast Tours It's Fresh! It's Effective! by Lu Ann Wall, OTL Seat Fillers & Spotlight Adam Curry, often called the 'Podfather,' helped popularize podcasting with The Daily Source Code, one of the earliest and longest-running podcasts. Now, podcasting has evolved into a global phenomenon—and ... Read more
Get More for Less: 2025 Entertainment Hacks That’ll Change Your Year
Get More for Less! by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers Are you ready to take your 2025 entertainment game to the next level without breaking the bank? From free tickets to hidden gems in your local community, there are countless ways to enjoy amazing experiences for less. Whether you’re a fan ... Read more
Hanukkah 2024: Elevated Gift Ideas, Fun Entertainment Trivia, and Timeless Tradition
Hanukkah 2024 Gifts: Elevated Gift Ideas, Fun Entertainment Trivia, and Timeless Tradition by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers There's so much information about Christmas gifts, birthday gifts, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Teacher Appreciation... But, there's not much about Hanukkah gift-giving, and I'm not talking about commercializing and making it ... Read more
Ultimate Guide to Fun Fall Things To Do Near Me – US & UK Edition
Fun Fall Things To Do Near Me? We've Got the Ultimate Guide: US & UK Edition by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers & Spotlight Fall is an exciting time in the wonderful world of entertainment and seat-filling. It’s the time when theatres gear up for new seasons, and people are heading ... Read more
Hey Event Promoters – Papering the House?
Hey Event Promoters: Are You Papering the House? Here's an Alternative by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers & Spotlight Have you ever heard of "papering the house"? It's a term used in the entertainment world, usually involving sports stadiums or large venues that distribute free tickets to fill seats and create ... Read more
How Can I Get Free Tickets? Insider Tips and Tricks!
How Can I Get Free Tickets?? Why Them? Not Me?! by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers & Spotlight Hey, are you saying to yourself, "I see people waltzing into events without forking out hundreds, or I see my co-worker always getting private invites to plays, musicals, comedy shows, and other fun ... Read more
Maximize Your Event Success: The Business Benefits of Seat Filling in London with OTL Seat Fillers
The Business Benefits of Seat Filling in London Maximize Your Event Success! by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers & Spotlight Are you an event promoter, theatre manager, comedy club manager, or box office guru in the bustling heart of London? If so, you’re in luck! I’m excited to introduce you to ... Read more
Theatre Marketing in 2024: 30 Cool Tips to Wow a Crowd!
Theatre Marketing in 2024 You'll Find 30 Hidden (and Not So Hidden) Tips Here to Boost Your Attendance! by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers & Spotlight Theatre marketing in 2024 is more than just show promotion; it’s about creating engaging experiences. At OTL Seat Fillers, we specialize in this area, frequently ... Read more
The Secret to Finding the Best Seat Filler Website
How To Find the Best Seat Filler Website You Asked. We're Answering. And, It Might Be Surprising by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers & Spotlight In your quest to find the best seat filler website, you might imagine there's one ultimate winner, universally acclaimed across all cities. And, hey, I’m with ... Read more
What Shows Do Seat Fillers Attend? The Surprise Package Unwrapped!
What Shows Do Seat Fillers Attend? The Surprise Package Unwrapped! by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers & Spotlight Welcome to the mysterious world of OTL Seat Fillers, where the question on everyone’s lips is, "What shows do seat fillers attend?" If you're imagining a shadowy figure slipping silently into the back ... Read more
Spotlight Listings: Discover Auditions and Casting Calls with OTL
A New Way to Find Auditions and Casting Calls by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers & Spotlight In the dynamic world of arts and entertainment, finding the right auditions and casting calls can be the golden ticket to showcasing your talent and advancing your career. Whether you're an actor, musician, singer, ... Read more
Loungewear & Live Streamed Events: A Guaranteed Front Row Ticket
Live Shows or Live Streamed Events? Who says you can't have the best of both worlds?! by Lu, OTL Seat Fillers & Spotlight We’re consistently touting the benefits of shows and events IRL here at OTL. After all, our entertainment partners include some of the best theatres, comedy clubs, and ... Read more
