Best TryBooking Alternative for Dance Studios
We build your seating chart for you. No fees for organiser and mobile apps for easy entry.
TryBooking vs Stage Stubs at a Glance
| Feature | Stage Stubs | TryBooking |
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| Buyer fee | 8% + €0.00 | €0.50 |
| Organiser fees | Free | 2.5% processing |
| Seating chart creation | We build it for you | DIY editor |
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| Weekly payouts | Weekly, no minimum | On request, advised after the event |
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Why Studios Switch from TryBooking
We build your seating chart. No more wrestling with DIY editors, HTML customisation, or manual row configurations. Send us your venue layout and we will have it ready within 24 hours.
No organiser fees. TryBooking charges 2.5% processing that most studios absorb. Stage Stubs is completely free for organisers. You keep 100% of ticket revenue.
Support that speaks dance. Questions about performer allocations, multi-show pricing, or parent seating? Our team handles dance recitals every day and understands your workflow.
Real Fee Comparison
Total fees paid (buyer + organiser combined) based on current pricing.
When TryBooking Might Be the Better Fit
TryBooking is Australian-owned with strong local brand recognition and support during AEST business hours. If you have used them before, your venue template might already be in their system.
They are a general-purpose platform that handles festivals, markets, charity events, and more. If you run multiple event types beyond dance recitals, their broader feature set might suit you better.
Most dance studios still switch because they want white-glove seating support, no processing fees to absorb, and a team that specialises in recitals.
What You Get With Stage Stubs
Switch in One Day
No contracts or data migrations required. We handle the hard part.
- 1 Create your account. Two minutes, no credit card required.
- 2 Send us your venue layout. A photo, PDF, or sketch. We build your seating chart within 24 hours.
- 3 Share the link. Parents buy right away and you can call us if you need help.
You can run both platforms for a short overlap while you transition existing bookings.
Frequently Asked Questions
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