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Show-Score develops a comprehensive online platform that aggregates audience and critic reviews for theatre productions, primarily focusing on Broadway and Off-Broadway shows. The platform offers ratings, detailed reviews, pricing information, and ticketing options, enabling users to discover and engage with live theatrical performances. By centralizing diverse perspectives on shows, Show-Score provides a valuable resource for theatre-goers to make informed decisions about their entertainment choices.
The company was founded in 2015 by Tom Melcher and Deeksha Gaur. Melcher, an enthusiastic theatre-goer, identified a need for a more accessible and community-driven system to navigate the vast array of theatrical offerings in New York City. His personal experience of seeing numerous shows and desiring a consolidated review platform led to the initial concept. Deeksha Gaur co-founded the venture, contributing to its development and later assuming the role of CEO.
Show-Score caters to theatre audiences, connecting them with performances they are likely to enjoy in major theatre markets such as New York City, London, and Los Angeles. The company's vision centers on enhancing the theatre experience by fostering a community where audiences can share their opinions and find shows tailored to their preferences. It aims to broaden engagement with live theatre and make it more approachable for diverse audiences.
Show-Score has raised $4.0M across 2 funding rounds.
Show-Score has raised $4.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Show-Score is a theatre review aggregation and community platform that operates as the "Rotten Tomatoes for theater," helping users navigate New York theatre by compiling audience and critic reviews for Broadway, Off-Broadway, and beyond, while also offering ticket access.[2][5] It serves theatre fans nationwide, solving the problem of fragmented reviews and discovery in live performance by providing clear scores and a centralized hub, with nearly 300,000 members and strong growth as the top community for theater enthusiasts.[4][5]
Founded around 2016-2017 (with four years of growth noted by 2020-2021), Show-Score emerged from co-founders including Deeksha Gaur, who was later promoted to CEO amid a new growth phase.[4] The idea stemmed from the need for a dedicated aggregator in the theater world, akin to film review sites, uniting entertainment industry and internet technology executives.[3] Early traction built it into the leading platform with 300,000 members, highlighted by its acquisition by TodayTix, a major ticketing company.[3][4]
Show-Score rides the wave of digital transformation in live entertainment, digitizing review aggregation for theater much like Rotten Tomatoes did for film, amid rising demand for data-driven discovery post-pandemic.[2] Timing aligns with hybrid ticketing booms and community platforms' resurgence, bolstered by its TodayTix acquisition, which merges reviews with scalable ticket infrastructure to counter market fragmentation in performing arts.[3] It influences the ecosystem by empowering audiences, boosting smaller productions' visibility, and blending tech with cultural experiences in a sector slow to innovate.[5]
Post-acquisition and with Deeksha Gaur as CEO, Show-Score is poised for national and global expansion, leveraging TodayTix's reach to integrate AI-driven recommendations and deeper community tools.[3][4] Trends like immersive tech (AR previews) and subscription models for live events will shape its path, potentially evolving it into a full-stack theater platform amid recovering box offices. Its influence could grow by democratizing access, turning casual fans into loyal attendees and sustaining momentum in a revitalized industry.
Show-Score has raised $4.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Show-Score's investors include Lampros Capital Partners, Red Swan Ventures.
Show-Score has raised $4.0M across 2 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $2.0M Series A in March 2017.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 1, 2017 | $2.0M Series A | Lampros Capital Partners, Red Swan Ventures | |
| May 1, 2016 | $2.0M Seed | Lampros Capital Partners, Red Swan Ventures |