Search for tickets by date and show name and reserve the guaranteed authentic, valid tickets with online payment (See Resources).
Phone Hallmark tickets and inquire about the availability of specific shows and dates. Arrange phone payment and delivery or pick-up up until 30 minutes before show time (See Resources).
Ask the hotel concierge about last minute tickets. Minimize concerns about scalping and counterfeit tickets by having the concierge act as a middle man. Expect to save on the price of the ticket and be sure to tip the concierge a minimum of $20.
Go directly to the box office two hours or less before the show and purchase tickets without the handling fees or surcharges. Call ahead to find out the box office hours and to ask about available tickets.
Look for ticket sellers in front of the theater before show time. Expect to pay the face value of the ticket to drop every 15 minutes as show time approaches. Have the seller step up to the box office to verify the authenticity of the tickets.
Visit the theater box office right before show time and ask about "cancellation tickets." Expect to find a few canceled reservations as well as reduced-priced premium tickets.