Admissions Pricing

SOLT and UK Theatre release 2026 state of the industry report, supported by Baker Richards analysis

The Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre have today released their Theatre in the UK: 2026 report. Demand is strong. Talent is abundant. What is at stake is scale, access, and longterm resilience. With the right policies and investment, theatre can continue to operate nationally across all regions, invest in the next generation of […]

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How should local theatres approach pricing?

Every theatre wants to raise revenue without losing audiences. The solution? Pricing that feels fair, flexible, and grounded in real data. On Tuesday 21 October 2025, the Local Theatre Touring Alliance hosted a webinar asking: How can we (local theatres) significantly and sustainably raise revenue from ticket sales while retaining the size, diversity and trust

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USA Data: Working on our welcome, and reaching price-sensitive audiences

Access to arts and cultural venues remains a challenge for many, especially those on low incomes. While cultural organizations often aim to be inclusive, ticket prices may deter price-sensitive segments of the population – but is that the biggest issue?

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Universally Accessible: Low prices for price-sensitive audiences

In February 2024, Baker Richards undertook market research with 230 adults in the UK who are in receipt of income-related benefits, to ask them about their awareness and use of ultra-low-price ticket schemes at visitor attractions and in the performing arts. The research, which included many respondents with income of less than £10,000 per year,

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