Instructions to submit a Starving Actor DiscountTM on DurantCom

DurantCom Starving Actor DiscountTM = Program Details

The Listserv:
The actor community database now stands at approximately 5000 qualified and verified email addresses. This listserv is monitored and updated daily. As a result, it has made an incredible difference in audience turnouts for those who use this program.

Requirements:
Theater Companies will write and submit (via email ) to DurantCom their own short announcement about the show (a short synopsis of the show should be included), along with the run dates of the special.

Make sure you include the exact show dates AND the exact show times of this offer.

Companies are required to write their own submission and are responsible for its content. Copy should not exceed 300 words.

The offer must make mention that actors are to ask for the Starving Actors Discount. Copy is accepted via email only.

DurantCom reserves the right to edit for length.

Be sure to include an email and phone number in the body of the announcement - in case of audience questions. Due to the discounted nature of this program, DurantCom can not be an intermediary.

Opening weekends produce best results as a way to build 'word of mouth' advertising.

Please note that this distribution is being offered specifically to promote the ticket offer therefore all submitted information must be directly related to that point. In short - this notice is not intended to be a discounted press release distribution. However you are welcome to include the full run dates of the show.

DurantCom reserves the right to edit for length.

Distribution Schedule:
In order to maintain effectiveness, DurantCom limits distributions of this nature to one per day. Therefore it is important that you please plan ahead and allow time for your notice to be scheduled into the distribution cue. Please note that Mondays are reserved for the weekly audition notice newsletter.

Plan ahead - In order to guarantee the best possible response, theater companies should schedule their notice at least three days before the offer is to commence. This gives actors time to read the notice in their mailbox and respond.

Be sure to include your venue address - Remember, there are new actors arriving in the community all the time!

Offer a considerable discount - 2-4-1 tickets or or half off are common choices. Modest discount don't create the urgency you desire. Also, it is strongly recommended that you note the original ticket costs and the dollar amount of savings so that patrons have a reference point.

Keep it limited - You may also want to consider stating that it cannot be combined with any other discount offer - such as student/senior discounts - and note it in your message.

The fee for this service is on a sliding scale - based on the cost of two (2) of your highest priced (weekend) tickets. For example, if your top single ticket is $20, then the fee would be $ 40. Please note however, in order to remain cost effective, the minimum fee is $30 for each distribution.

NOTE : Please respect the cost and effort that DurantCom has invested into building this listserve and understand that the fee structure is FIRM. No further discounts are available beyond what is offered.

This fee must be paid to DurantCom prior to distribution

If you wish to include a show logo: Please contact DurantCom prior to submission to discuss additional fees and graphic specs.

Mailing address for payment is below - or to expedite the process, you may call ahead and arrange to drop off the payment in person to the same address. This location is a UPS store on the NWC of 44th St & Indian School. Take the payment envelope to the front counter and ask that they put it in box # 465. Please note, the UPS store business hours are currently 8am to 6pm weekdays - these may change without notice!

After you have dropped of the payment, please let DurantCom know it's there by calling 602-956-6183

Checks should be made out to Durant Communications
Laura Durant
Durant Communications
4340 E Indian School Rd #21-465
Phoenix, AZ 85018

PAYPAL payment option is available
(an additional service charge will apply)
Please contact DurantCom for details

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Starving Actor Discount
for Arizona Theatre Company's production of

Mitch Albom's
Tuesdays with Morrie

DurantCom subscribers - here's your chance to see this international best-seller brought to life in a powerful Southwest premiere, at Arizona Theater Company!

DurantCom subscribers may purchase $20 tickets
(regular prices up to $61) for:

Thursday, May 25 at 8 p.m.
Friday, May 26 at 8 p.m.
Satruday, May 27 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Sunday, May 28 at 1 p.m.and 7 p.m

Arizona Theatre Company presents
Mitch Albom's Tuesdays With Morrie
May 11- 28, 2006, at the Herberger Theater Center and
June 2 - June 11, at the Mesa Arts Center.

Mitch Albom's Tuesdays With Morrie has been a phenomenon since its first publication, selling over 15 million copies worldwide. Arizona Theatre Company brings to the stage the vivid recounting of the interlocking stories of one man losing his life as another is finding his.

DurantCom subscribers are ellligible for this discount!
Call ATC's box office at 602-256-6995 and mention the DurantCom Starving Actor Discount!

This offer cannot be used for internet purchases or in conjunction with any other discount offer. Seating is subject to availability. For more information about this production, visit our website at www.arizonatheatre.org

Arizona Theatre Company performs at the Herberger Theater Center, located at 222 E. Monroe in downtown Phoenix and at the Mesa Arts Center, located at 1 E. Main St. in downtown Mesa.