Ticket Tailor alternative for amdram & small theatre companies
A Ticket Tailor alternative with CRM, memberships and email built in
TicketFair is a ticketing platform built for amateur dramatics groups, small theatre companies and community venues. Like Ticket Tailor it keeps ticketing simple, but it also includes free membership management, a built-in CRM and email newsletters — so your box office and your community live in one place.
- ✓ 3.5% + 20p per ticket
- ✓ No monthly subscription
- ✓ UK-based & GDPR-friendly
Why amateur theatre companies choose TicketFair over Ticket Tailor
One platform, not four
Ticket Tailor focuses on ticketing. TicketFair adds membership management, CRM and email marketing so you stop stitching separate tools together.
Transparent per-ticket pricing
A flat 3.5% + 20p per ticket with no monthly subscription. You choose whether to absorb the fee or pass it to your audience.
Built for amdram
Seating plans, multi-date runs and door check-in designed around how small theatre companies actually work.
TicketFair vs Ticket Tailor
| Feature | TicketFair | Ticket Tailor |
|---|---|---|
| Per-ticket booking fee | 3.5% + 20p per ticket | Per-ticket fee on paid tickets (check current published rates) |
| Monthly subscription | None | None |
| Membership management | Included free | Not included |
| Built-in CRM & customer history | Included free | Limited |
| Email newsletters & marketing | Included free | Basic email tools |
| Marketing link tracking | Included free | Limited |
| Venue seating plans | Included | Included |
| QR code tickets & door check-in | Included | Included |
Ticket Tailor figures are based on publicly published rates as of March 2026 and may change. Always check current pricing with each provider. Content compiled for comparison.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Ticket Tailor alternative for amateur dramatics groups?
TicketFair is built for amateur dramatics (amdram) groups, small theatre companies and community venues. It matches Ticket Tailor on simple ticketing but also includes free membership management, a built-in CRM and email marketing, with transparent per-ticket pricing and no monthly subscription.
How is TicketFair different from Ticket Tailor?
Ticket Tailor is primarily a ticketing tool. TicketFair combines ticketing with membership management, CRM and email marketing in one platform, so your audience data, members and communications all share the same up-to-date database.
Does TicketFair include membership management?
Yes. TicketFair includes membership management free: track members, handle renewals, bulk import contacts, collect subs, and offer member-only pricing — all connected to your ticketing and email tools.
Can I send newsletters and marketing emails to my audience?
Yes. TicketFair includes email newsletters and marketing campaigns free, plus link tracking so you can see which channels sell the most tickets.
Is TicketFair suitable for a small theatre company or community venue?
Yes. TicketFair supports venue seating plans, one-off, multi-date and recurring events, and QR-code door check-in — designed for volunteer-run and small organisations.
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