The ticketing industry is undergoing rapid changes, based on patrons' needs. Ticket A value-added service that virtually all patrons want is convenience in purchasing, and every patron has a different concept of convenience. Ticketing companies and box offices are providing purchasing alternatives to suit the varying needs of ticket purchasers. With so many people using the Internet today, it's an obvious source of added value for the dollars. A few keystrokes will tell potential patrons what's happening today, and tomorrow, throughout the region.
Patrons can get seating information, box office hours, directions and parking information, and more.
Information on celebrities and feedback on recent events is available. Although currently cost-prohibitive, actual ticket sales via the Internet may be on the horizon. As the number of users grows, so will the number who are ready to make credit card transactions on the net, and cost-efficiency will increase. A similar concept is the interactive kiosk. Time on the interactive screen as well as advertising on the actual kiosk can be sold to increase revenues.