"Next to Normal" on Broadway at Up to 55% Off

I have a few friends who have seen "Next to Normal" and have raved about it. Today's Travelzoo newsletter has a deal on tickets for anyone who wants to see it on Broadway (or maybe go see it again).

Here's the Travelzoo write-up:
"Next to Normal" is playing at the Booth Theatre in New York and tickets to see the rock musical that won three 2009 Tony awards are now up to 55% off.

Called "the best musical of the season by a mile" by Rolling Stone and described as "brave and breathtaking" by the New York Times, critics and fans have been singing the praises of this new musical since it opened. For a limited number of dates Orchestra and Front Mezzanine seating starts at just $51.50 (reg. $111.50-$116.50).

This offer is available for performances through March 28 on the following days:

Monday-Thursday and Sunday evening performances:
- $65.00 (reg. $111.50) for Orchestra and Front Mezzanine seats
- $51.50 (reg. $61.50-$111.50) for select Mid-Mezzanine and Rear-Side Orchestra seats

Friday evening, Saturday matinee and Sunday matinee performances:
- $75.00 (reg. $116.50) for Orchestra and Front Mezzanine seats
- $51.50 (reg. $71.50-$116.50) for select Mid-Mezzanine and Rear-Side Orchestra seats

Click here for tickets and more information. Select your performance dates and times, the discount will already be factored into the price. You can also book by phone, by calling 212-239-6200 and mentioning code NNZQQ24. You can also print this page and bring it to the box office.

West Side Story on Broadway at 30% Off

Thanks to the people at Travelzoo (you really should subscribe to that if you don't already) tickets to "West Side Story" are 30% off for performances through March 21st.

This production was nominated for four 2009 Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Musical. Plus, the show features Karen Olivo, who won a Tony for Best Featured Actress.

Discounted prices with this promotion are:
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday performances --
- Orchestra/Front Mezzanine: $84.00 (reg. $120.00)
- Rear Mezzanine: $63.00 (reg. $90.00)

Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday matinees --
- Orchestra/Front Mezzanine: $90.00 (reg. $120.00)
- Rear Mezzanine: $67.50 (reg. $90.00)

Balcony seats aren't discounted but are available for all the performances at the regular price of $45.

Note: Fees of $8.75 per ticket and $3.15 per order are additional, but these would be tacked onto the full-price tickets ordered on-line as well.

Blackout dates: February 13-14 matinee performances

These discounted seats must be booked by February 12th. Click here to purchase discounted tickets. Select a date from the calendar, choose the quantity of tickets and the price level ($90 or $120), then use the code ZOO129 in the "Promotions and Special Offers" box.

Free eBook Download of 100 Free Things to Do with Your Grandkids

Looking for some great ways to entertain your grandchildren? Of course these might also work if you're an aunt or uncle and want to do some things with your nieces and nephews. Well, there's a guide available now at grandparents.com called 100 Free Things to Do with Your Grandkids. So these are ways you can have fun together without it putting a dent in your wallet. And even better, right now the download itself is free!

So you get to save right now on the eBook, and later use some ideas to keep the savings coming. A win-win.

To check it out and get your download, click here.

Free Game of Bowling for Up to 10 People at AMF Bowling

Bowling seems like a fun winter diversion, when outdoor sports can get a bit chilly. If you'd like to have an outing for some friends or family, you can get a pass for a free game of Bowling for up to 10 people at AMF bowling. You need to register at their website, joining their AMF eClub, at no cost.

In about a day, you'll receive a welcome e-mail with the pass. To register, click this link.

Inflatable Hot Tub $499.00 ($200.00 Off) at Walmart

If you would like the benefits of a hot tub but can't put in a full-time unit, Walmart has reduced the price on an alternative. They have the Aero Inflatable Spa on sale now for $499.00, reduced 28%. Shipping adds $13.97.

So as opposed to a regular hot tub, no installation is required. You put the Aero spa in the desired location, plug into a 110v outlet, press a button, and it inflates in minutes. Then using a garden hose, fill with water. The spa includes a heater to warm the water.

It features:
- Durable vinyl construction
- Approximate water capacity: 200 gallons
- Easy set up - no tools required
- Plugs into any standard 110v outlet
- Self inflates
- Massaging bubble system with 130 air jets
- Includes filtration pump
- 900w Thermostatically controlled heater, heats up to 104 degrees
- Zippered thermal cover
- Overall dimensions: 73'' diameter x 28'' height

The site says it fits four adults, but reviewers seem to indicate it fits just two comfortably.

To check it out, click this link.

Tickets to "White Christmas" on Broadway 35% Off

For anyone looking for some holiday entertainment, could there be anything more apropos than seeing "White Christmas" on Broadway? Travelzoo has got a nice deal announced, with tickets at 35% off at many performances.

From a live orchestra to the exciting choreography, this musical brings to life the 1954 classic film "White Christmas." It celebrates the holiday through the music of Irving Berlin, who composed "God Bless America" and other classics like "Puttin' on the Ritz" and, of course, "White Christmas."

With this offer you can save up to 35% off tickets. This discount is even valid on the best seats in Marquis Theatre in New York City.

Performances from December 1-17 are a bargain at $65.50 (reg. $91.50) for mezzanine seats.

From December 26 to January 3rd, Mezzanine seats are $58.50 (reg. $91.50) and Orchestra/Front Mezzanine seats are $81.25 (reg. $126.50).

Blackout dates: Dec. 4-6, 11-13.

On-line ticket surcharges will apply (they apply for tickets whether you pay full price or these discounted ones).

Click here for tickets and more information. Select "Find Tickets" and enter code ZOO129 in the "Promotions and Special Offers" box. Select the number of tickets and the price level, then click "Find Tickets."

Two Free Concert Tickets from Live Nation

Windows 7 has teamed up with Live Nation for a promotion awarding two concert tickets free for registering at their website. Free tickets are available for many spots around the country. You can check this list to see spots near you.

To register on the site and get your voucher for two free tickets, click this link. I would suggest doing this soon since supplies are limited.

The Entertainment Book 25% Off with Free Shipping Till November 30th

The Entertainment Book is a great source of savings on many of your local day-to-day expenses, whether in restaurants, fast-food spots, services like dry cleaners and car washes, movies and more. Plus there are savings available for hotels when you travel, and lots, lots more. Those savings are nice, but right now you can take advantage of a special deal and get some extra savings on the book itself.

Now through November 30th, you get 25% off the cost of your book(s), and they ship them for free as well. With this offer, you can get a book for yourself and maybe as a gift for someone who lives in another city served by the guide (or lives near you and could use the same book as you).

To check out the areas for which The Entertainment Book is available and get the savings, click the link below.

Tickets to "Next to Normal" on Broadway 37% Off

Some people on my Facebook page have been talking up the Broadway musical "Next to Normal." This rock musical won three 2009 Tony awards including Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Musical. For those of you in or near New York who have a chance to go, here is a way to get tickets for less. Thanks to a Travelzoo discount, you can get seats for over 37% off.

Orchestra and Front Mezzanine seating start at just $70.00 (regularly $111.50) with weekend and matinee performances only $15.00 more for performances through November 25th.

To order tickets on-line, click here, select your performance dates and times, the discount will already be factored into the price. You can also book by phone, by calling 212-239-6200 and mentioning code NNTZBOO. Added service fees apply to tickets ordered on-line or by phone. If you are in New York and want to save on fees you can also print this page from Travelzoo and bring it to the box office.

$5.00 Off and Free Shipping on The Entertainment Book

In addition to all the great deals you can find on-line, The Entertainment Book has long been a way of saving big amounts on a variety of things locally. There are books for many major areas, and they're filled with coupons for local restaurants, car wash services, dry cleaning and all sorts of other things. There are also offers for additional savings on things like hotels, movie tickets, sporting events etc.

And on top of those savings you could get with the book, you can save now with this offer: all books are available at $5.00 off and shipping is free. To check it out and see if there's an Entertainment Book for your area, click the link below.

Coupons for a Free Game of Bowling at Brunswick Bowling Centers

if you want to add a little more Halloween treats to those kids coming around tomorrow, Brunswick Bowling Centers have a sheet of coupons redeemable for a free game of bowling. The coupons are valid through November 24th.

There's nothing on the coupon that states you can't use it yourself as well, and it's not limited to kids only, so this can be an extra treat for you as well.

The coupon doesn't include shoe rental and is limited to one coupon per person.

To print out some sheets to give out for the trick-or-treaters, click this link.

50% Off Tickets for Mamma Mia! at Philadelphia's Academy of Music

For fans of musicals and the hits of Abba, mamma Mia! has proven to be a rollicking good show. It's coming to Philadelphia's Academy of Music the first week of November, and right now you can get 50% off tickets for performances Tuesday and Wednesday, November 3rd and 4th through telecharge by adding promo code GREECE.

Offer only valid on balcony and back, excluding boxes and side amphitheater seats. This offer expires October 28th. There are service fees added to the ticket order, but those are added whether you get tickets full-price or discounted, so the savings are still handy.

To order tickets, click this link -- the promo code GREECE should be pre-entered in the appropriate box; if not, add that in before proceeding.

Free Comedy Central Stand-Up Comedy Show Tapings in New York November 4th through 9th

For my readers in or near New York (or anyone visiting the city in early November), here's a way to add some fun to your evenings without draining your wallet. Comedy Central will be presenting shows from November 4th through 9th for which you can get free tickets. There are 6:00 shows and 8:00 shows every night, and they each feature a pair of stand-up comedians. The shows are performed at 10th Avenue around 58th Street.

I have a feeling tickets will get snapped up fairly quickly, so if you are interested, you may want to visit the website quickly. Click this link for more info and to request tickets.

Disney on Ice (Tonight through Sunday) in Philadelphia at 50% Off

For families that want to go see Disney on ice and live near Philly, Travelzoo has a nice offer showing, with tickets at 50% off -- as low as $6.50 a ticket. Some on-line fees apply to orders, but those would apply if you were buying them full-price as well, so this is a nice little offer for you and the kids.

These tickets are for tonight through this weekend:
- Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 7p.m.
- Thursday, Oct. 15 at 7p.m.
- Friday, Oct. 16 at 10:30a.m. and 7p.m.
- Saturday, Oct. 17 at 11a.m. and 7p.m.
- Sunday, Oct. 18 at 5p.m.

To check it out and see how to order tickets, click this link.

Reminder -- Free Night of Theatre Tomorrow, October 15th

As a reminder, a wide range of theatres around the country are offering a free night of theatre tomorrow, October 15th. To check out the locations and shows, click the link in my earlier post, which is moved to the top of the Hot Deals section at the right.

Free Subscription to Motor Trend Magazine Along with Free Orange County Auto Show Ticket

If you are into cars, you might get a kick out of a free subscription to Motor Trend magazine. It's available as a freebie when you register for a free ticket to the Orange County Auto Show being held October 15th-18th. You don't have to attend the show to get the subscription, so this would work whether you're in Southern California or not.

To get your free subscription (and a ticket to the show), click this link and add promo code OCCERRACUfriend in the space provided.

Discount Tickets to Cirque du Soleil in Philadelphia and Reading

Every once in a while, Travelzoo sends out a bulletin on a special deal before it shows up in the Top 20 weekly update. I just received this message about Cirque du Soleil tickets available at 40% off in Philadelphia and Reading, PA.

Cirque du Soleil's "Alegria" opens in Philadelphia and Reading next month and ticket prices for all performances have just been cut by 40%.

This is the biggest discount for this show that takes place at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, Oct. 13-16, and the Sovereign Center in Reading, Oct. 20-25.

Available ticket levels:
- Level 3 tickets ... $27 (reg. $45)
- Level 2 tickets ... $39 (reg. $65)
- Level 1 tickets ... $48 (reg. $80)

Tickets for children are $9-$16 less depending on seating level.

"Alegria" features all of the Cirque du Soleil signatures like contortionists, tightrope walkers, jugglers and clowns.

To purchase discounted tickets, click the links below. Fees of $3-$11 per ticket and $3.20 per order will be added. (Full price tickets are subject to the same fees.)

Purchase tickets for Philadelphia:
http://www.travelzoo.com/Newsflash.ashx?660954-15970577

Purchase tickets for Reading:
http://www.travelzoo.com/Newsflash.ashx?660997-15970577

Free Night of Theatre October 15th

For anyone who enjoys going to see live theatre (and for those of you who aren't frequent theatregoers but want to give it a try) is there anything better than free tickets? On October 15th, theatres in over 120 cities around the country will be offering a free night to see a show.

This is the fifth year of the program. In 2008, 650 theatre companies in 120 cities from coast to coast opened their doors to over 65,000 theatergoers. This year they plan to offer up to 75,000 tickets for free. Companies all across the country are participating.

To check out all the details, click this link.

10% Off and Free Shipping This Week on the Entertainment® Book

The Entertainment® Book is one of those sources of savings that you can use locally for all sorts of bargains -- dining, dry cleaning, car washes, show tickets and many more services, They also have a bargain way of getting discounts on hotels when you travel, on car rentals... well, so many categories that you can save hundreds of bucks during the year, depending upon how many deals fit your needs.

Well, this week until September 20th, they have a special offer on the brand new 2010 books (coupons already valid now and expire next November for the most part). They are offering 10% off the cost of a book and shipping is tossed in for free. That's a nice way of getting a batch of offers early enough that you'll be able to take advantage of many.

To check out the Entertainment® Book and see what they have for your city/region, click the link below.

Free Game of Bowling Tomorrow, September 5th

If you love to bowl, tomorrow's a day you can get in a game for free. As part of National Bowling Week, all people presenting a free game coupon downloaded from www.bowl.com will be able to bowl a free game at a local participating center.

Thousands of centers from coast-to-coast across the United States will be attempting to set a new world record. And what better way than making it a freebie.

You can download your coupon and also find participating centers by clicking this link. The coupon button and locator link are at the bottom of the page.