Here are a few reasons why you might use each Show Type:
Live (In Venue)
Ideal for local audiences who want the traditional, in-person theater experience.
Best when you have a physical venue and want to create live, interactive energy.
Live + Streaming
Great for reaching both in-person and remote audiences simultaneously.
Increases ticket sales and accessibility with flexible attendance options.
Streaming Only
Perfect for fully virtual events without the need for a venue.
Ideal when your audience is remote or you want to reduce production costs.
Video On Demand (VOD) Only
Offers maximum flexibility—audiences can watch anytime.
Great for monetizing pre-recorded content or extending access beyond live dates.
🎭 Noteworthy: Any time you enter information and see a dark red check mark or disk icon, click on it to ensure information is saved.
👟Walk Through
To begin building your show site, click the Create New button from the main page dashboard.
You will be prompted to:
check the box certifying you have the appropriate license permit to do your show as well as licenses to use any outside artwork.
choose which Presentation Type for your event. Options include:
Live (In Venue)
Live + Streaming
Steaming Only
VOD Only
When you are done, click Go to Step 1 in the bottom right corner.
Next, you will be prompted to add Event Details including Event Name and Description. After this, you can select your Event Type. Select Go To Step 2 when you are done.
Next you will be prompted to select General Admission, Reserved Seating, or a Hybrid (GA + Reserved) event. Next you will select your venue and add capacity for GA or picked a seating chart for a reserved event. Select Go To Step 3 when you are done.
If you select a Hybrid event, you will be prompted to build a seating chart that includes Reserved seating as well as a General Admission section.
On the next screen, you will add the event duration, dates and times.
After selecting + Add Time, you will be prompted to add event dates and time slots.
Click on the calendar icon to add the date(s) or type in the date box. Click on the clock to add the time. When you are done, click on Go To Step 4.
You can add if the event repeats at this step as well.
You can view your added times and dates on the calendar or in a list view.
Click on a row to update the time, date, or delete an event.
On the next page, you will be able to add your Ticket Types, set your On Sale Date, and determine your Fee Structure including any additional Custom Fees.
On the next page, you can select your Point of Sales Configuration; Show Site or Embedded Ticket Widget. Next, select Go to Review in the bottom right corner.
When you Review your page before publishing, you will see a recap of the following:
You can Publish, or click on the arrow to place your event in Draft Mode using the button at the bottom right.
🎭 Recap: Building Your Event on On The Stage
To build your event on On The Stage, start by clicking Create New and confirming your licenses. Choose your presentation type—Live, Streaming, or a combination—then enter your event’s name, description, and select a seating type: General Admission, Reserved Seating, or Hybrid. Set up your venue and seating chart accordingly, add the event schedule with dates and times, and configure your ticketing options including pricing, ticket types, and any applicable fees. Decide how you'll sell tickets—via your show site or an embedded widget—then review everything carefully before publishing or saving as a draft.
🚀 Best Practices for a Seamless Event Setup
💾 Save Frequently: Watch for the red check mark or disk icon to ensure your changes are being saved as you go.
📄 Secure Proper Licensing: Make sure you have the rights to your production and any artwork before building your event.
🎥 Choose the Right Presentation Type: Select the format—Live, Streaming, or Hybrid—that best fits your audience and production goals.
🪑 Plan Your Seating Carefully: Match your seating configuration (GA, Reserved, or Hybrid) to your venue and expected turnout.
📅 Set a Clear Schedule: Enter accurate dates and times, and use repeat options if your event spans multiple days.
🎟️ Define Ticketing Clearly: Set straightforward pricing, include all fees, and make it easy for patrons to understand their options.
👁️ Review Before Publishing: Double-check all event details to catch any errors and ensure a polished final setup.