[sobenson]

Every night, I call the HM 5 minutes before curtain to see what the lobby is like and if we will be ready to. I either get the all clear or a request to hold for 5 min. I relay that info to the company manager who allows it or not. Most touring companies have it in the rider what is acceptable for a hold, and/or late seating policy. Some of the touring Broadways will not allow late seating for the first 30 min of the show.