Broadway Shows Running in September 2025

James Graham’s Punch, directed by Adam Penford, begins performances at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre on September 9 following its acclaimed London run. Inspired by Jacob Dunne’s memoir Right from Wrong, the play tells the story of a young man whose split-second decision one night leads to prison time. As Jacob confronts his past, he searches for a way to rebuild his future. Graham, an Olivier Award–winning playwright, is no stranger to Broadway, with previous credits including the musical Finding Neverland and the play Ink.

Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot, directed by Jamie Lloyd, begins previews at the Hudson Theatre on September 13, 2025, starring Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter. This legendary play follows two companions as they await the mysterious Godot. Known for acclaimed productions such as Sunset Boulevard, Betrayal, and Cyrano, Lloyd brings his distinctive vision to Beckett’s masterpiece, making it one of the most anticipated revivals of the season.

Ragtime, featuring a book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, and directed by Lear deBessonet, will start previews at Lincoln Center Theater’s Beaumont Theatre on September 26, 2025. Inspired by E.L. Doctorow’s novel, the musical tells the story of three families navigating the dawn of the 20th century. Starring Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, and Brandon Uranowitz, this production is already drawing attention. It marks the first Broadway staging of Ragtime in more than 15 years, making its return a long-awaited event.

Set in Berlin’s Kit Kat Club during the rise of the Nazis, Cabaret invites you into a world where the Emcee and Sally Bowles promise a night free of worries...at least for a while. Don’t miss this iconic musical before it closes in September! Over the course of its run, Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin, Orville Peck, Eva Noblezada, Adam Lambert, and Auli'i Cravalho have starred as the Emcee and Sally Bowles.

John Proctor is the Villain was nominated for seven Tony Award including the award for Best Play. Written by Kimberly Belflower and directed by Danya Taymor, the play began performances in March 2025 and was originally set to close in June but has been extended multiple times after its positive reviews and word of mouth. This comedy about a group of high schoolers reading The Crucible while dealing with their own problems closer to home is finally closing in September, so get tickets while you can! This heralded show has won two Drama Desk Awards, three Dorian Awards, two Outer Critics Circle Awards, and has been nominated for many more. Variety said, “‘John Proctor Is the Villain’ is the best play of the season, but even more significantly, it is a feminist masterpiece sure to become one of the defining works of art from and about the #MeToo era.”

Art: Bobby Cannavale, James Corden, and Neil Patrick Harris star in this revival that’s all about…art! Who makes it, what it’s worth, and how we decide what’s valuable. Get tickets while you can!

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Winner of the 2018 Tony Award for Best Play, this spellbinding production has captivated audiences for years and continues to be a Broadway favorite. Set after the events of J.K. Rowling’s beloved book series, the story follows Albus Potter, Harry’s son, and Scorpius Malfoy, Draco’s son, as they navigate friendship, family legacies, and the mysteries of Hogwarts.

Oh, Mary!: In this outrageous comedy, an alcoholic and unhappy Mary Todd Lincoln longs to reinvent herself as a cabaret star, only to be thwarted by her husband, Abe. After a breakout run Off-Broadway, the show has become one of the season’s biggest sensations. Don’t miss the production everyone’s raving about!

Stranger Things: Set in Hawkins, Indiana in 1959, years before the events of the Netflix series, this electrifying play brings the Stranger Things universe to the stage. Featuring jaw-dropping stagecraft and theatrical magic, it’s captivating longtime fans and newcomers alike.

& Juliet flips the script on Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, giving Juliet the chance to take control of her own story. Packed with chart-topping pop hits, this smash-hit musical earned nine Tony Award nominations and continues to play to sold-out houses.

Aladdin features all of your favorite characters and a truly astonishing magic carpet! Come see the show that has been wowing audiences since 2014!

Buena Vista Social Club won five Tony Awards and traces the journey of a group of Cuban musicians from their rise in the 1950s through the creation of their iconic 1997 album. Filled with soul-stirring Spanish-language songs performed by a live Afro-Cuban ensemble, the production is a celebration of resilience, artistry, and the life-altering power of music.

A Broadway staple since 1996, Chicago tells the story of two dazzling murderesses who team up with a smooth-talking lawyer in their quest for freedom. After all, in this courtroom, winning is all about putting on the perfect show.

One of Broadway’s funniest new musicals, Death Becomes Her brings the iconic movie to life. Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard star as rival frenemies whose lives take a wild turn when they meet a mysterious woman promising eternal youth and beauty.

Hadestown weaves the story of Hades, Persephone, Orpheus, and Eurydice into an epic tale of love, destiny, and trust. Brace yourself for a journey that goes all the way to the underworld and back!

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton continues to draw sold-out audiences, telling the story of Alexander Hamilton and America’s founding fathers. A Broadway phenomenon, this musical remains one of the biggest hits in theater history.

Loosely inspired by Alicia Keys’ childhood and featuring her music, Hell’s Kitchen is a touching story of New York, family, and the bond between mothers and daughters. This heartfelt musical is quickly becoming one of Broadway's must-see shows.

Fresh off his Tony-winning performance in Merrily We Roll Along, Jonathan Groff returns to the stage in Just in Time, bringing Bobby Darin to life and captivating audiences eight times a week.

Winner of the 2025 Tony Award for Best Musical, Maybe Happy Ending tells the story of two retired robots embarking on an extraordinary adventure, discovering the most human connections along the way.

MJ the Musical follows Michael Jackson as he gears up for his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, showcasing his legendary music and unforgettable dance moves.

Based on the beloved film, Moulin Rouge! takes place in Paris’s legendary Moulin Rouge cabaret, where a writer’s love for a captivating courtesan sparks an unforgettable romance.

After a successful run on London’s West End, Operation Mincemeat makes its Broadway debut. This musical comedy tells the bizarre but true story of how British intelligence deceived the Nazis about the Allied invasion of Sicily using nothing more than courage, cleverness… and a corpse.

Six turns history on its head, putting Henry VIII’s six wives center stage. Presented like a high-energy pop concert, these queens share their side of the story in their own unforgettable voices.

The Book of Mormon follows two Mormon missionaries as they attempt to spread their faith in Uganda. This irreverent comedy, created by Robert Lopez and South Park creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker, has been delighting Broadway audiences with nonstop laughter since 2011.

Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel, The Great Gatsby follows Nick Carraway as he arrives in New York and is introduced by his cousin Daisy to the enigmatic and wealthy Jay Gatsby. Come join the big party!

Based on the beloved Disney film, The Lion King is a must-see Broadway experience for families, children, and anyone young at heart. Under the direction of Julie Taymor, stunning puppetry brings the vibrant animals of the Pride Lands spectacularly to life.

Based on S.E. Hinton’s classic novel, The Outsiders won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Musical. Set in Oklahoma, it tells the story of the intense rivalry between two teenage groups: the working-class Greasers and the wealthy Socs.

Playing at the Gershwin Theatre, Wicked takes audiences back to the time before The Wizard of Oz, when Glinda and Elphaba were schoolmates and best friends. Discover the events that shaped one into Good and the other into Wicked.