🛠️ The tools you'll use most
Tool | Use it to |
Row | Draw a single row of seats. |
Multiple rows | Draw a block of rows in one go. |
Rows with segments | Draw rows that bend or angle round a stage. |
Select | Pick seats, rows or objects to move, label or categorise them. |
Duplicate / copy and paste | Repeat a row or block instead of drawing it again. |
Mirror | Flip a block to create the matching side of a symmetrical room. |
Table | Add a round or rectangular table with seats around it. |
Booth | Add a single bookable space, like a VIP booth. |
Area | Draw a standing or general admission zone with a set capacity. |
Shape and Text | Mark the stage, bar, entrances and other landmarks. |
Preview (eye icon) | See the chart exactly as customers will. |
💺 Rows of seats
Rows are the building block of theatre, comedy and concert layouts. Draw one row or a whole block, then curve or angle it to match your room. Label every row and seat so customers can find their way.
🍽️ Tables
Great for gala dinners, cabaret nights and comedy clubs.
Choose the Table tool and pick round or rectangular.
Click on the canvas to place it, then set how many seats go round it.
Give each table a label, like "Table 1".
You can sell a table seat by seat, or as one booking for the whole table. If you sell the whole table as one ticket, the buyer gets one ticket for their group rather than one per guest.
🛋️ Booths
A booth is a single bookable space, perfect for VIP booths or private boxes. Customers book the whole thing in one go.
🕺 Standing areas
Got a standing pit in front of your seats? Use the Area tool to draw it, give it a label and set its capacity. Customers can then buy a standing ticket and a seated ticket from the same chart.
♿ Accessible seating
Mark wheelchair spaces and companion seats on your chart so customers who need them can see where they are. If you use the Skiddle Access Scheme, keep a seat for each Personal Assistant next to the space it goes with. You can also take these seats off sale and release them on request; see Adding seated tickets to your event.
❓ Common questions
Can I reuse a chart? Yes. A chart belongs to its venue and can be used for every event there. Need a slightly different layout? Duplicate the chart and edit the copy.
Can I build on my phone? We recommend a laptop or desktop. The designer works best with a mouse and a big screen.
My chart won't save. Refresh the page, check your internet connection and try again. Still stuck? Contact our Account Support team on Live Chat in the Promotion Centre, or email promoters@skiddle.com.
Please note: we’re rolling out Self Seating charts gradually. To get access, speak to your Account Manager or contact our Account Support team at promoters@skiddle.com