We all have that one friend who’s always late, but what happens when their tardiness threatens a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity? Meet Lisa, the chronically late friend who scored tickets to the sold-out Hamilton show. When her friend, who was over the moon about the invite, realized they might miss the show because of Lisa’s dawdling, a tough decision had to be made. ️
The Chronically Late Friend
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The Hamilton Opportunity ️
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The Countdown Begins ⏳
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Arriving Early, But Still Waiting ⌛
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Time’s Ticking, But She’s Cooking
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Eating and Browsing
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Nail Painting and Excuses
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Desperate Times, Desperate Measures ️
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The Ticket Grab
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The Race to the Theater
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The Show Must Go On
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Late Arrival and Accusations
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The Aftermath ️
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The Thank You Dinner ️
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The Fallout
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The Cruel Response
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Hamilton Showdown: Friendship on the Line
In a desperate attempt to not miss the Hamilton show, our protagonist snatched their ticket and left their chronically late friend, Lisa, behind. Despite making it to the theater on time and enjoying the first half, the fallout was intense. Lisa arrived over an hour late, furious for being left behind, and their friendship now hangs in the balance. Was it worth it? Let’s dive into the internet’s top reactions to this dramatic tale.
NTA. Friend’s chronic tardiness is disrespectful. Tough conversations are crucial.

Being late to a play like Hamilton is unacceptable. NTA.

NTA for leaving a friend behind for Hamilton show. Being late is disrespectful and ruins experiences.

Friend’s self-importance causes rift; set and stick to own timings.

Theatre professionals confirm: shows start on time. NTA.

Last-minute Lucy makes it to Hamilton, friend left behind. NTA.
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Sharing is caring, but communication is key.

Skipping out on Hamilton? NTA’s friend gets what’s deserved.

Friend’s tickets, friend’s rules. ESH for lack of communication.

Struggling with a friend who’s always late? Try this trick! ⏰

Writer’s YTA move: texted instead of telling friend face-to-face


Chronic lateness can be a control issue. NTA for leaving.

OP took the Hamilton ticket without telling Lisa, causing conflict. ESH.

Leaving a friend behind for Hamilton: ESH, but you’re a little butt
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Taking someone else’s ticket without consent is an ESH move

Friend’s rudeness justified OP leaving without telling her in person

Friend gets ditched for Hamilton show, both are immature ESH
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Splitting Hamilton tickets with friend leads to ESH judgement.

Leaving a friend behind for Hamilton show: ESH verdict.

Communication is key! ESH for not being clear about leaving

Friend invited to event, OP left with ticket without permission. ESH

Choosing not to invite unreliable friends is understandable.
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Did OP intentionally leave her friend behind for a reason?

Taking someone’s property without permission? ESH in this case

Being late for over an hour is extremely rude. NTA

Friend invited, but OP stole tickets. ESH, but OP is AH.

Communication is key! ️ Setting clear expectations could have avoided conflict.

Friend left behind for Hamilton show – ESH and inconsiderate.

A messy situation where both parties could have handled better

When your spouse is always late…

Friendship drama: commenter calls out manipulative behavior.

ESH for leaving without communicating, but understandable for wanting to see Hamilton

Friend won tickets, but I made her dinner as thanks. NTA.

Taking someone’s ticket without permission? ESH in this scenario

Standing up to entitled friends like a boss! NTA
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Taking the ticket and leaving was rude, but both suck.

Late for a ride and left behind for Hamilton? ESH.

Friendship on the rocks over Hamilton tickets. ESH.

Hamilton worth friendship drama? Seek forgiveness, move past it.

NTA for enjoying Hamilton without late friend.

You warned her, NTA. Would she have forced you to wait?

Leaving a friend behind without a note: ESH

Late friend and ticket dilemma: ESH, tough call

Theater start times: truth or myth?

Arriving late consistently is a sign of narcissism. NTA

When your brother is always late







Friend consistently late for Hamilton show, ESH, needs help.
