Tomaticket review

The catalogue mixes theatre, musicals, concerts, tribute shows, comedy, circus acts, dinner shows, family events and some educational gatherings. Entries come from a wide group of organisers, so the mix changes often. Anyone who enjoys live performance in the Canary Islands, Madrid or Alicante will find plenty to choose from, and smaller independent productions appear alongside larger touring shows.

Both private individuals and companies can organise events on the platform. The terms treat an organiser as a natural person or a legal entity that uses the system to run an event. A small group of local artists and a larger production company can therefore publish their shows in the same place and use the same tools to sell entry to the audience.

Many events take place across the Canary Islands, with Tenerife and Gran Canaria well represented. Madrid, La Laguna, El Hierro and Alicante also host shows, so the range is not limited to one island or one city. Visitors who want events in mainland Spain will find a steady selection alongside those on the islands.

Tickets sold through the system can take several forms, including electronic tickets, tickets for mobile phones and paper tickets. The legal terms also leave room for other formats that may be added to the platform later, so the delivery options can change over time. Buyers receive the format attached to the event they are attending.

Fans of live music, theatre and comedy make up a natural audience, as do families looking for children's shows and festivals. People who follow tributes to well loved artists will find many options, and those who enjoy dinner theatre or circus performance have a varied selection to pick from.

The catalogue also includes talks and gatherings aimed at parents, educators and other professionals. One example is a congress on educational innovation, and another covers everyday family life for mothers and fathers. Family festivals for young children add another layer, so the range reaches well beyond concerts and stage productions.

The platform is a shared system rather than one venue. It brings together events from many different organisers, each running their own shows in their own spaces. Buyers see a combined selection, while the individual productions remain the work of the people and companies who created them.