“Until then they’re laughing all the way to the bank and we’re forced to watch the show.”

True. At some point the laughter stops though. Reminds me of that great line from Gladiator “Are you not entertained?” The crowd didn’t give a $hit. When the show moves to a different venue the laughter will stop and we’ll be watching a different show. Anytime management wants to call curtain up I will be watching with renewed interest and a better view of the entertainment.