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Choosing a Show
There are so many great shows on Broadway, it can be difficult to decide what you want to see. And even more difficult if you’re trying to please a group of people or trying to decide what people of different ages can enjoy together. We’ve done the work for you. Whether you want something for date night, for your kids, or for yourself, we’ve got you covered!
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Broadway Shows Running in July 2026
by Kathryn Willingham
Explore the biggest Broadway musicals and hottest theater tickets to see in July, from brand-new productions and star-led revivals to long-running audience favorites. Whether you’re planning a summer trip to New York City or searching for the best shows on Broadway right now, this guide highlights the productions generating the most buzz this month.
British Shows on Broadway: Why Some London Hits Soar and Others Sink
by Nathan Pearce
British shows are crossing the Atlantic in record numbers, but not every London hit becomes Broadway’s latest hot ticket. From prestige plays and innovative musicals to cautionary tales and radical revivals, we investigate why Broadway keeps betting on Britain and spill the tea on the biggest hits and the costliest flops.
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Broadway Shows Running in June 2026
by Kathryn Willingham
Explore the biggest Broadway musicals and hottest theater tickets to see in June, from brand-new productions and star-led revivals to long-running audience favorites. Whether you’re planning a summer trip to New York City or searching for the best shows on Broadway right now, this guide highlights the productions generating the most buzz this month.
RecommendationsBroadway Shows Running in May 2026
by Kathryn Willingham
Find out what Broadway shows are opening and closing in May, tried-and-true classics you can enjoy year-round, and shows that will help you celebrate Spring in New York City!
RecommendationsBroadway Shows with Special Effects: The Definitive Guide
by Nathan Pearce
Have you ever wondered how Broadway shows like Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Stranger Things: The First Shadow, and Death Becomes Her, pull off their jaw-dropping stunts and special effects night after night? Let’s go behind the curtain and learn how Broadway creatives make the impossible, possible eight times a week!
RecommendationsBroadway Shows Running in April 2026
by Kathryn Willingham
Find out what Broadway shows are opening and closing in April, tried-and-true classics you can enjoy year-round, and shows that will help you celebrate the start of spring!
RecommendationsBroadway Shows Running in March 2026
by Kathryn Willingham
Find out what Broadway shows are opening and closing in March, tried-and-true classics you can enjoy year-round, and shows that will help you stave off the winter chill!
RecommendationsBroadway Shows Running in February 2026
by Kathryn Willingham
Find out what Broadway shows are opening and closing in February, tried-and-true classics you can enjoy year-round, and shows that will help you stave off the winter chill!
RecommendationsBroadway Shows Running in January 2026
by Kathryn Willingham
Find out what Broadway shows are opening in January, tried-and-true classics you can enjoy year-round, and shows that will help you celebrate the New Year!
RecommendationsBroadway Shows Running in December 2025
by Kathryn Willingham
Find out what Broadway shows are opening in December, tried-and-true classics you can enjoy year-round, and shows that will get you in the holiday spirit!
Best Broadway Musicals for Non-English Speakers
by Nathan Pearce
Seeing a Broadway show is high on the bucket list for many international tourists to New York City, but just how accessible is it for non-English speakers? We unpack the best musicals to see on your next trip and offer some tips to unlock the magic of live theater and maximize your next Broadway experience.
Broadway Shows Currently Running with No Intermission
by Nathan Pearce
The intermission was once an integral part of seeing a Broadway show, but last season half of all the new plays and musicals were one act with no break. We look at why Broadway shows with no intermission are on the rise, which ones you can see right now, and we’ll even reveal what the ‘Broadway bladder’ is!
Broadway Shows for Date Night
by Isabella Arras
Dinner and a Broadway show make for a great date night! There are plenty of funny and romantic shows to choose from that will take your evening to the next level. Here are our favorites!
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Broadway Shows Running in November 2025
by Kathryn Willingham
Find out what Broadway shows are opening in November, tried-and-true classics you can enjoy year-round, and shows that will get you in the mood for Thanksgiving!
RecommendationsBroadway Shows Running in October 2025
by Kathryn Willingham
Find out what Broadway shows are opening in October, tried-and-true classics you can enjoy year-round, and Halloween favorites!
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Broadway Shows Running in September 2025
by Kathryn Willingham
Find out what Broadway shows are opening and closing in September as well as tried-and-true classics you can enjoy year-round!
RecommendationsBroadway Shows Running in August 2026
by Kathryn Willingham
Find out what Broadway shows are opening and closing in August as well as tried-and-true classics you can enjoy year-round!
RecommendationsBroadway Shows with Dancing
by Isabella Arras
Learn about the exciting dance that can be seen on Broadway today, as well as some of the most iconic dance-driven Broadway musicals of all time, and the choreographers that have shaped the role of dance throughout the rich history of Broadway.
RecommendationsWatch New & Upcoming Broadway Theater Trailers
by Isabella Arras
Learn the history of Broadway show trailers, then binge all of the trailers for currently running and upcoming Broadway shows!
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Broadway Shows With Wednesday Matinees
by Kathryn Willingham
From what shows are playing to how to get discounts and what to expect, we have everything you need to know about Broadway shows with Wednesday matinees.
Popular Broadway Shows
by Isabella Arras
The magic of Broadway is constantly evolving. There are timeless classics that reign supreme in fans’ hearts; exciting revivals that take audiences by storm; shows that have skyrocketed since they’ve opened in recent years; and fresh hits that are pushing creative boundaries. Whatever your taste, you have a good chance of finding a show you’ll love among some of Broadway’s most popular shows; they must do well for a reason. We’ll give you some snapshots of today’s fan favorites.
RecommendationsWhat Is a Broadway Matinee? An Introductory Guide for First-Timers
by Emma Levin
If you’re curious about seeing your first matinee, here’s an introductory guide to enjoying the perfect afternoon of theater.
RecommendationsImmersive Theater in NYC
by Isabella Arras
In recent years Broadway productions such as the revival of Cabaret and Here Lies Love in addition to Off-Broadway productions like Punchdrunk's Sleep No More have revitalized a widespread curiosity and craving for immersive theater in New York City. In the modern age of entertainment and technology, immersive theater is something that is still highly experience based. It is one thing to watch a story set in another time period, realm, or universe but it is an entirely different one to find yourself inside of it. If you would like to experience firsthand what it’s like to be immersed into the world of a show, here is a list of immersive productions currently running in New York City.
What is Wicked About?
by Isabella Arras
A deep dive into what Wicked the Musical is about, the creative team, how to see Wicked on Broadway, and a preview of the upcoming Wicked Film.
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Christmas Theater Shows
by Kathryn Willingham
There’s so much to see and do in New York City around the holidays. In this article we’ll go over the holiday and Christmas themed Broadway shows as well as other performing arts options like the Rockettes and The Nutcracker. We'll also let you know what other holiday happenings you can enjoy throughout the season, from ice skating and holiday markets to where to find the best Christmas lights.
Best Comedy Off Broadway Shows
by Kathryn Willingham
In this article, we’ll tell you what comedies are playing off-Broadway as well as tips on how to get premium seats, discount tickets, and more. Here’s what’s playing right now!
Best Broadway Shows for Teens
by Kathryn Willingham
Are you a teenager looking for a ticket to a Broadway show in New York City? Or maybe you’re a parent looking for a show that both you and your musical theatre loving teen will enjoy. We’ve got you covered.
Broadway Shows on Monday
by Kathryn Willingham
Most Broadway shows in New York City have eight performances a week: One each evening from Tuesday – Saturday, plus an afternoon matinee on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday. Sunday evenings and Mondays in Broadway theater are “dark” – the lights are off and no one is performing. But what if you’re only in town on Monday? Do you have to miss all the fun? Luckily there are a few shows that have performances at off times. Here’s what you can see!
Broadway Shows with Puppets
by Kathryn Willingham
When you think of puppets, you might think of Sesame Street or Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood or Lambchop. You might even think that puppets are always meant for children. But they have always had a place in theater, from a Punch and Judy puppet show in the 1600s all the way through to The Lion King today. And they have been included in both shows geared toward children (Winnie the Pooh just made a splash off-Broadway) and shows meant decidedly for adults (looking at you, Avenue Q). That tradition continues, and you can see these shows on Broadway right now!
RecommendationBest Off-Broadway Shows in New York City
by Kathryn Willingham
“Off-Broadway” simply means that a theater has a seating capacity of between 100 and 499 seats, and savvy theatergoers know that some of the best shows in town start here…and for way less than the cost of a Broadway ticket.
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Celebrities on Broadway
by Kathryn Willingham
Part of the fun of Broadway is seeing your favorite celebrities, New York actors, and Broadway stars in person. And you may be surprised by just how many Hollywood stars have been on stage in recent years.
RecommendationsTop Broadway Shows Currently Running in Summer 2026
by Kathryn Willingham
Times Square is busier than ever, and there’s never been a better time to buy a ticket. We know the choices can be overwhelming, so we’ve collated a list of the Top Broadway Shows – the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winners, the sold-out hits, the longest running shows, and the celebrities drawing crowds.
RecommendationsBest Broadway Musicals
by Kathryn Willingham
Broadway represents some of the best theater in the world. The shows appearing in the just 41 Broadway theaters are groundbreaking, heartwarming, tear-jerking, and shifting huge numbers of tickets. There’s never been a better time to see a Broadway show. Come see your favorite mega-hits alongside a large selection of new, exciting productions. In this article, we'll let you know the best musicals to see right now, from the longest-running and most popular to the newest shows in town.
RecommendationsUpcoming Broadway Shows for the 2026 Season
by Kathryn Willingham
Are you planning a trip to New York City, looking for a ticket to a play or musical, or just wanting to know what’s coming up on Broadway? We’ve done the research for you! So break out your planner, here’s what you’re going to want to see in the coming months. And we’ll also give you some tips and tricks on how to score great tickets!
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Broadway Revivals
by Kathryn Willingham
A Broadway revival is any new Broadway production of a play or musical after the original run of the Broadway show has closed. Usually there will be a new creative team – new director, new choreographer, new actors – and sometimes there will even be changes made to the music or book.
Musicals Based on Movies
by Kathryn Willingham
Regardless of the Rotten Tomatoes scores of the films they’re based on, many of these musical theatre shows go on to be huge critical and box office successes. In fact, many of these musical adaptations won the Tony Award for Best Musical. Find out which ones here.
RecommendationsBest Broadway Plays (2026)
by Kathryn Willingham
New York City is known for many things – the food, the nightlife, Wall Street, Central Park, famous art museums and sports teams – but Broadway is one of the biggest reasons tourists visit The Big Apple. In this article, we’ll tell you what plays are running on Broadway right now as well as how to get great seats and cheap tickets.
RecommendationsBroadway Shows for Kids
by Kathryn Willingham
Here's a list of every great Broadway show that is perfect for kids and families. These plays and musicals are running right now or starting soon, and we'll also give you tips to help make sure your trip to the Broadway theater is the best experience ever.
RecommendationsBest Comedies on Broadway
by Jessie Ballard
Whether it’s family-friendly showstoppers to raunchy laugh-out-loud plays and lovable dramedies that are perfect for date night entertainment, there’s something on Broadway for everyone, and we’ll give you an inside look into the best Broadway comedies for you.
Broadway Disney Musicals
by Kathryn Willingham
See Broadway the Disney way! A great choice for families and kids of all ages, Broadway adaptations of beloved Disney movies allow fans to see their favorite stories and characters live. Ever since Disney started producing musicals with Beauty and the Beast in 1994, there has been at least one Disney musical running on Broadway. Here’s what you can watch now – live or from the comfort of your couch!
RecommendationsJukebox Musicals
by Kathryn Willingham
A jukebox musical is a musical that uses pre-existing songs rather than original music created for the show. There are many nuances, but these musicals usually come in one of two forms.