Abstract: An indicator and display system for theaters, auditoriums and the like provides information regarding occupancy on individual seats and a display providing information relating to seat occupancy and relating to the seating area. The system includes multi-colored lights mounted on the tops of the seats for indicating the occupancy thereof. The lights are controlled by sensors mounted in the seats and manual switches mounted on the seats. The system also includes a display panel located in the lobby or near the theater or auditorium which shows which seats are occupied and which are vacant. The display panel also numerically shows the seat availability and also shows in hologram form the seating arrangement and the location of restrooms, refreshment counter, etc. relative to the seating area as well as aisles and other information of use to the patrons.