Broadway 101
What even is Broadway? And how do you buy tickets? Are there any ways to get cheaper tickets? Don’t worry, we have all the practical information you need right here!
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2025-01-14
What Are the Tony Awards?
The Tony Awards are the highest accolades achievable in American theatre. Presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing, the ceremony is held in New York City every year, typically in June. In order to be eligible for an award, a show must have opened on Broadway within the season, which usually runs from May until April. This article will take you through everything you need to know about the biggest night in theatre, from the history and rules to how the Tonys continue to shape American theatre today.
2024-10-27
On and Off-Stage Experiences: Stories of Accessibility on Broadway
Although there has been significant progress in the last decade, there’s still a long way to go to make Broadway theater accessible for audiences off stage, and to improve disabled representation on stage. In this article, we'll let you know about programs and advances that have been made, the current state of accessibility on Broadway, and what actors, shows, and companies are leading the charge.
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2024-10-04
Your Handy Guide to Selecting the Best Broadway Seats
Is that Broadway seating chart making your head spin? We'll teach you how to read a theater's seating chart and how you can grab the best seats in the house.
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2024-09-04
How to Pick Your First Broadway Show: A Comprehensive Guide
Curtains up! It's time for your first-ever Broadway show. Check out this Broadway guide for first-timers, so you can plan the perfect theater night out.
2023-11-05
Theater Box Seats
Unlike box seats at a stadium, concert, or arena, theater box seats are often discounted – there may be sightline issues that cut off certain areas of the stage, or nearby sound or electric equipment that obscure the views. But a box seat isn’t always a bad seat. It can also be a fun and unique (not to mention cheaper!) way to see a Broadway show. Here’s all the ticket information you need to know if you’re interested in these seats.
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2022-11-06
How Much Do Broadway Tickets Cost?
In this article we’ll take you through how to get discount tickets, how to get access to Broadway lotteries, when to see a show, and other tips to get cheap tickets!
2022-11-06
What to Wear to a Broadway Show
The easiest answer first: there is no specific dress code to enter a Broadway theater, and you’ll see people in pretty much everything. Evening shows tend to be dressier than matinees, but really, anything goes.
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2022-10-04
What is Broadway?
Broadway is, at its simplest, the word used to describe theatrical shows playing at one of 41 theaters in midtown Manhattan. But there’s so much more.
2022-10-01
How Many Broadway Theaters Are There?
There are 41 Broadway theaters in and around the theatre district in New York City. Bordered by 40th street to the south and 54th street to the north, the theater district is located in Midtown Manhattan and encompasses Times Square – if you’re looking for same day Broadway tickets, head to the TKTS Booth in the heart of Times Square just below the giant red steps!
2022-07-01
History of Broadway
Music and dance have been used to tell stories all the way back to ancient Greece in the 5th century BCE. Commedia dell’arte, pantomime, pageants and masques were all popular during the Renaissance in the 15th and 16th centuries. But let’s skip forward in time to what looks a little more like modern Broadway theater.
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!
2025-02-01
Popular Broadway Shows
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.
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2024-09-22
Demystifying Broadway Reviews: A Guide to Understanding Critics and Reviews
Is the critic always right? Well, depends who you ask! Here's everything you need to know about theater reviews and how to use them to find a Broadway show.
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2024-08-08
What Is a Broadway Matinee? An Introductory Guide for First-Timers
If you’re curious about seeing your first matinee, here’s an introductory guide to enjoying the perfect afternoon of theater.
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2024-07-23
Immersive Theater in NYC
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.
2024-07-01
What is Wicked About?
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.
2023-09-20
Christmas Theater Shows
There’s nothing like the holidays in New York City. From ice skating beneath the giant Rockefeller Christmas Tree to shopping at the holiday markets to drinking hot chocolate and eggnog by the gallon, there’s so much to see and do in New York around the holidays. And Broadway is no different – in this article we’ll go over the holiday themed Broadway shows as well as other performing arts options like the Rockettes and The Nutcracker, and what other holiday happenings you can enjoy throughout the season.
2022-11-06
Best Comedy Off Broadway Shows
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!
2022-11-06
Best Broadway Shows for Teens
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.
2022-11-06
Broadway Shows on Monday
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!
2022-11-06
Broadway Shows with Puppets
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!
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2022-10-23
Best Off-Broadway Shows in New York City
“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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2022-10-19
Celebrities on Broadway
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.
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2022-10-12
Top Broadway Shows Currently Running in 2025
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.
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2022-10-12
Best Broadway Musicals
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.
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2022-10-12
Upcoming Broadway Shows for the 2025 Season
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! Broadway is back from its long Covid hiatus, and Spring brings with it a slew of new shows – 16 different shows are opening in April alone, and even more are on the horizon. 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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2022-10-10
Broadway Revivals
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.
2022-10-10
Musicals Based on Movies
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, over the last 20 years, many of these musical adaptations won the Tony Award for Best Musical. Find out which ones here.
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2022-10-01
Best Broadway Plays
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.
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2022-10-01
Broadway Shows for Kids
Getting tickets to a Broadway show is an essential part of any trip into New York City, and if you're visiting with kids, seeing their faces light up when they see their first Broadway musical is a memory you will treasure forever. And you're in luck: there are many family-friendly shows that are ready to enchant people of all ages. We'll also give you tips to help make sure your trip to the Broadway theater is the best experience ever. But first, onto the shows! Here are some of the best family shows currently or soon to be running on Broadway that are great for both kids and kids at heart. We've structured these by age recommendation, starting with shows for a younger audience and ending with shows more suited to older kids and teenagers. No matter if you’re looking for shows for little kids, middle schoolers, pre-teens, teens or young adults, we’ll help you find the perfect show.
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2022-09-11
Best Comedies on Broadway
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.
2022-09-08
Broadway Disney Musicals
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!
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2022-07-01
Jukebox Musicals
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.
For the Fans
We have all the Broadway content you’ve been craving! Looking for your favorite cast album, show merch, a Broadway gift for your pal, or want to know where to watch streaming Broadway shows? We have all this and more!
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2025-01-19
Broadway's 2022-2023 Season: A Complete List of Musicals
Broadway musicals in 2022-2023 included beloved revivals, hilarious new musicals, celebrations of New York City, and new takes on stories you thought you knew. In this article, we’ll take you through every musical that opened on Broadway – even though most are no longer running in New York, you’re likely to see many of them on tour or at a local theater near you!
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2024-10-27
Best Broadway Songs for Kids
It’s amazing to think that kids as young as 9 can handle leading a Broadway show (looking at you, Matilda). But it turns out that talented triple threats come in all shapes, sizes, and ages. Here’s a list of songs for, about, and sung by kids – some of them have turned into iconic musical theater songs known all over the world!
2024-09-21
Elton John Musicals: A History of Stage Shows
In addition to being an international superstar, Elton John is revered in the musical theater industry as a talented composer, lyricist, and producer. Some of his most notable contributions to Broadway include his compositions for The Lion King and Aida, and throughout his career in the musical theater industry, he has composed with lyricists Sir Tim Rice, Lee Hall, Bernie Taupin, and Jake Shears. In January 2024, he became a winner of the coveted EGOT – meaning he has won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award. In this article, we'll explore his catalogue of stage shows, including what is playing on Broadway and the West End right now!
2024-08-28
Audra McDonald on Broadway: A History of Stage Shows
Audra Ann McDonald is a well-renowned Broadway star, opera singer, activist, and film & television actress. She holds the record for the most Tony Awards won by a performer and is the only actor on Broadway to have won one in all four categories of performance. Her incredible voice has won her two Grammy Awards for Best Classical Album and Best Opera Recording. President Barack Obama awarded her the National Medal of Arts in 2016, and in 2017 she secured her place in the American Theater Hall of Fame.
2024-08-02
Unlocking Creative Potential: How to Demonstrate the Importance of Theater Education in Schools to Get the Funding Needed for More Programs
In this article, we will illuminate a path forward, exploring the idea of generating local support so that more access to funding becomes possible on the government and foundational level to sustain and nurture theater education in all schools.
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2024-07-24
Best Plays for High Schools
High school theater plays an important role in exposing young people to the performing arts. Whether they audition for performing roles or get involved backstage, teens may discover a passion for theater that will last beyond their school years. We’ve compiled a list of the most popular plays for high schools, taking into account the latest survey from the Educational Theatre Association, to help you find the perfect play for your school.
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2024-07-22
Broadway's 2022-2023 Season: A Complete List of Plays
The 2022-2023 Broadway season was filled with groundbreaking plays. Between them, they won Tony Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, broke box office records, attracted star talent, and are now being performed all over the country and the world. We’ll tell you what plays were on Broadway in the 2022-2023 season, where you can read them, and where you can find them now.
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2024-06-19
Best Musicals for High Schools
One of the great American traditions, the high school musical is where many young people unlock a lifelong love of theater. Most high schools across the US provide musical theater programs that give students the opportunity to audition, rehearse, and perform for an audience of their peers and families. We’ve compiled a list of the most popular musicals for high schools, taking into account the latest information from the Educational Theatre Association on the musicals most frequently licensed by school theater programs.
2024-05-25
Hugh Jackman on Broadway: A Complete History of Stage Shows
Hugh Jackman is a talented film, TV, and theater actor, with roles in Broadway productions such as The Music Man and The Boy from Oz. While most may know him for his time on the big screen as Wolverine in the X-Men world, he also brings his charisma, talent, and musical abilities to the Great White Way in New York. In this article, we’ll go over Jackman’s complete history of stage shows.
2024-05-23
The Evolution of LGBTQIA+ Narratives on Broadway
From the early years of ancient Greek society through the current Broadway season, in this article, we track the evolution of LGBTQIA+ narratives on stage and in live theater.
2024-04-19
Sutton Foster on Broadway: A History of Stage Shows
Sutton Foster is a two-time Tony Award winning actress, singer, and dancer, with credits across theater, TV, and film. She first entered the spotlight at the age of 15 as a contestant on the reality competition show Star Search. She made her Broadway debut just a year later as an ensemble member and understudy for Éponine in Les Misérables. Since then, Foster has been a regular on the Broadway stage.
2024-03-12
Daniel Radcliffe on Broadway: A Complete History of Stage Shows
Daniel Radcliffe is a well-known film and stage actor, with roles in productions such as Equus and Merrily We Roll Along. He made his acting debut in David Copperfield, a two-part adaptation of Charles Dickens’s novel of the same name, before going on to star in the Harry Potter film series, which launched his film career and later led to his impressive Broadway debut.
2024-01-26
Kander and Ebb Musicals List: A Complete History
Kander and Ebb are known for their collaborations on shows like Chicago, Cabaret, Curtains, and Kiss of the Spider Woman. Their partnership on at least 16 Broadway shows garnered critical acclaim, including Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Awards, and their contribution to musical theater has influenced many artists working today.
2023-05-24
Everything You Need to Know About the Seven Longest-Running Broadway Shows
Today, let’s unpack the most historic superstar shows of the Broadway world.
We’ll talk about the shows, the stars, the creators, and some knockout numbers. We’ll also deconstruct the legacies of the seven longest-running Broadway shows and what made them special enough to draw crowds in the millions for decades on end.
2023-03-14
Rodgers and Hammerstein Musicals
Rodgers and Hammerstein are known for ushering in the Golden Age of musical theater, starting with their first collaboration on Oklahoma! and continuing with Carousel, South Pacific, The King and I, and The Sound of Music, among others.
2022-11-06
Andrew Lloyd Webber Musicals
Andrew Lloyd Webber is an English composer famous for his work in musical theater. He has composed over twenty musicals, including the megahits Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Cats, and The Phantom of the Opera.
2022-11-06
Best Broadway Shows of All Time: An A to Z Guide
An oft-argued topic among theater lovers of all ages, the best Broadway show is up for debate. What is the best Broadway Shows of All Time?
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2022-11-06
Theater Podcasts
Here are some of our favorite podcasts and plays that theatre lovers can listen to right now!
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2022-11-06
Best Broadway Songs
What are the absolute best songs on Broadway? It's difficult to answer a question that is, at its core, so subjective. Do you prefer tragic ballads? Musical theater jams to dance to? Ambitious audition songs for your school’s spring musical? Whatever your preference, we'll give you a selection of iconic openers, tear-jerking 11 o'clock numbers, and the most romantic love songs to hit the Broadway stage.
2022-10-17
Leonard Bernstein Musicals
Leonard Bernstein is an American composer, conductor, pianist, and author who was extraordinarily influential to musical theater and the performing arts. In this article, we’ll walk you through his award-winning musicals, let you know where to listen to some of his best-known works, and point you toward some of the best books and interviews about the man himself.
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2022-09-08
Best Broadway Cast Recordings and Movie Musical Soundtracks
From Original Broadway Cast Recordings to iconic revivals, listening to your favorite Broadway soundtrack album is a way to experience the magic of your favorite show all over again or experience a new show or composer for the first time.
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2022-09-01
Broadway Musicals on Netflix
We’ve compiled some of the best posters of Broadway musicals and plays, movie musical posters, and vintage wall art so you can decorate your bedroom, living room, classroom – any room! Proudly showcase your love of Broadway with these fabulous posters from fans and designers, or get the perfect gift for the theatre lover in your life.
2022-08-31
Stephen Sondheim Musicals
Stephen Sondheim is a composer and lyricist known for his contribution to musical theater. In this article, we’ll walk you through his many award-winning musicals, let you know what musicals you can watch on stage right now, and show you how his work continues to influence new artists and our culture today.
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2022-06-30
Live Musicals
Live TV Musicals have become more and more popular over the last decade. As opposed to movie adaptations or pro-shots (musicals that are professionally filmed live on stage but edited and released later – think Hamilton on Disney+ or Come From Away on AppleTV+), a live tv musical is filmed and broadcast live especially for television. It’s less about recreating the feeling of in person, live theater and more about creating something entirely distinct and new.
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