Pay What You Can Performance

It’s all in the name! OpenStage Theatre & Company believes that arts accessibility is crucial for a healthy community. This is the perfect performance for those on a budget! RSVP online and make a cash or check donation at the door!

NEW RSVP POLICY: RSVP forms will now be for each individual production and will become available 2 weeks before the Pay What You Can performance.

THE minutes (Thursday, march 27)

Check this page on March 13 to RSVP on our Google Form for our Pay What You Can performance of The Minutes happening on Thursday, March 27 at 7:30pm at The Lincoln Center Magnolia Theatre.

Pay What You Can Night FAQs

  • When do the seat reservation forms open? When do they close?
      • Reservation forms open 2 weeks before the performance date. The forms close the day before the performance or when there are no remaining seats available, whichever comes first. Especially for etcetera shows (which have much lower seating capacity than Essential season shows), make your reservation as early as you can to ensure you get seats. 
  • Some people in my party can no longer make it, what should I do?
      • If someone in your party or your entire party can no longer make it to the performance, please email sarah@openstage.com and let her know. This allows people on the waitlist to be given seats at the show, and maximizes our ability to provide affordable theatre to all!
  • What time should I arrive? When does the theatre begin seating?
      • Outdoor Summer Shows: Our outdoor shows begin at 7:00 PM, and check-in and seating begin at 6:30 PM. 
      • All other shows: Unless otherwise specified on the event page, all Student/Educator and Pay-What-You-Can performances start at 7:30 PM, with check-in and seating typically beginning at 7:00 PM. We recommend arriving early to secure the best seats, but please note that check-in will not start before 7:00 PM. For some performances, the check-in and seating time may vary depending on the venue. Be sure to check your confirmation email in the week leading up to the event for any specific details regarding seating times.
  • Is it okay if I arrive slightly late?
      • If you are running late, keep in mind that reserved seats will be released to people on the waitlist and to walk-ups ten minutes prior to curtain. Please arrive at the performance early to ensure a seat. If possible, we will try to seat you when you arrive but if the show is at capacity, or if the show/venue does not allow for late seating then we cannot seat you. 
  • I didn’t make a seat reservation, should I still come?
      • While we cannot guarantee you a seat, we do encourage you to still come. If seats are available, or reserved parties are no-shows we will be happy to offer you a seat. 
  • It says that the performance is sold out/fully reserved, is there any way I might be able to get seats?
      • It’s possible! We recommend you email sarah@openstage.com to get on a seat waitlist. If people cancel or adjust their reservations, we will email you and offer you the open seat(s). Even if we can’t take you off the waitlist, it may still be worthwhile to come to the performance. We tend to have a high amount of no-shows and may be able to offer you a seat right before the show starts. 
  • How do I donate to OpenStage or make my “pay-what-I-can” contribution? 
      • At the check-in table for the show, there should be a labeled donation jar/bowl. There will also be a QR code on that jar that you can scan with your phone to donate online. You can also always visit our website to make a donation. Donate Here!
  • Do I have an assigned seat, or is it general admission?
      • All of our Student/Educator and Pay-What-You-Can performances are general admission. Seating is first-come first-serve, so arrive early to ensure you get the seats you’d like and that your party can sit together. 
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