Does anyone know the average time spent standing in line for the free Shakespeare in the park tickets?

Last week, I waited in line for tickets to see Shakespeare in the Park. My friend and I arrived at 9:30 a.m. (they begin distributing tickets at 1 p.m.) and I just wanted to share some of what we learned to make it more pleasant for you to wait in line and get tickets to Shakespeare in the Park.


1. Arrive between 8 - 10 a.m. For The Best Chance of Getting Tickets
People begin arriving for tickets to Shakespeare in the Park as early as 6 a.m. when Central Park opens. Although there are some days when people are able to show up at 1 p.m., join the ticket line and get tickets, your best chance of getting free tickets to see Shakespeare in the Park is if you arrive to join the line between 8 and 10 a.m.

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Thanks for the info!