Upcoming Broadway Shows for the 2026 Season

Published on: Oct 12, 2022
Last Updated on: Mar 31, 2026 By: Kathryn Willingham

Upcoming Broadway Shows

Are you planning a trip to New York City, looking for a ticket to a play or musical, or just want to know what’s coming up on Broadway? We’ve done the research for you! Break out your planner, here’s what upcoming Broadway shows you’re going to want to see in the next Broadway season. From comedies and dramas to celebrity talent and hit Off-Broadway shows transferring to the Great White Way, there’s something for everyone. And we’ll also give you some tips and tricks on how to score great seats. Get tickets to these shows now before they become tomorrow’s sold-out hits.

Schmigadoon!

Schmigadoon!, with book, music, and lyrics by Cinco Paul, plays at the Nederlander Theatre based on the tv show of the same name. This fond send-up of classic Golden Age musicals stars Alex Brightman and Sarah Chase and is directed by Christopher Gattelli, who also directed the Broadway hit Death Becomes Her.

Why You Should Be Excited About Schmigadoon!: If you loved the tv show, you’ll love the musical adaptation. It’s funny, heartwarming, and guaranteed to be a great night out.

Opening Night: April 20, 2026

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School Girls; or, The African Mean Girls Play

School Girls; or, The African Mean Girls Play, written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Whitney White, plays at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre starting September 8, 2026. This sharp and hilarious comedy follows a group of teenage girls vying for the title of Miss Ghana, where ambition, colorism, and friendship collide in increasingly outrageous ways. The play first gained acclaim during its 2017 Off-Broadway run at MCC Theater.

Why You Should Be Excited About School Girls; or, The African Mean Girls Play: It's already had hit runs Off-Broadway and across the country, and now it's finally making its Broadway debut!

First Preview: September 8, 2026

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Wanted

Wanted, with book and lyrics by Angelica Chéri, music by Ross Baum, and direction from Stevie Walker-Webb, plays at the James Earl Jones Theatre in October 2026 and stars Solea Pfeiffer and Liisi LaFontaine. Inspired by a true story, the musical follows twin sisters Mary and Martha Clarke as they take steps to free their family from crushing debt and protect their mother’s home, blending Western motifs with a powerful story of sisterhood and survival. The show previously premiered at Paper Mill Playhouse under the title Gun & Powder.

Why You Should Be Excited About Wanted: After a hit run at the Paper Mill Playhouse, this story celebrating sisterhood, resilience, and family is ready to win of Broadway audiences!

First Preview: October 15, 2026

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Galileo

Galileo, with book by Danny Strong, music and lyrics by Zoe Sarnak and Michael Weiner, and direction from Michael Mayer, plays at the Shubert Theatre in November 2026 and stars Raúl Esparza, Joy Woods, and Jeremy Kushnier. This new musical traces the life of Galileo Galilei as he challenges the established order with his revolutionary discoveries, exploring the personal and political cost of speaking truth to power. The production first premiered at Berkeley Repertory Theatre in 2024.

Why You Should Be Excited About Galileo: An A+ cast of theater greats, thrilling storyline, and popular run in Berkeley make this musical one to watch.

First Preview: November 10, 2026

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And be on the lookout for these Broadway-Bound shows:

10 Things I Hate About You is being adapted into a Broadway musical with music by Carly Rae Jepsen and Ethan Gruska and a book by Lena Dunham and Jessica Huang!

How to Get Great Seats!

If you’re booking a Broadway show in advance: If you have an American Express Card, you may be eligible for Early Access to tickets, special offers, and Preferred Seating.

If you’re booking a Broadway show last minute: Forgot to get tickets in advance? Don’t worry! You can get same day discount tickets at the TKTS booth in Times Square!

Are you looking for other new shows on Broadway? Check out our article on Top Broadway Shows for more information on shows like & Juliet at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre or Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Lyric Theatre. Or check out our article on Broadway Theater Trailers to watch previews of every show playing now!

Or if you’re looking to see a great Broadway musical, check out our article on Best Broadway Musicals for more information on hits like the blockbuster Hamilton at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, Moulin Rouge at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, The Lion King at the Minskoff Theatre, or MJ the Musical at the Neil Simon Theatre.

Kathryn Willingham

Head of Creative Development

Kathryn Willingham has worked in entertainment for over ten years, and recent credits include: Co-producer of SHRINK currently streaming on Peacock, Associate Producer of the independent film UNA, and Creative Executive on multiple theatrical productions including HANGMEN by Martin McDonagh on Broadway, NASSIM by Nassim Soleimanpour Off-broadway and Associate on productions EVERY BRILLIANT THING by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe and THE EFFECT by Lucy Prebble. She was Producer of Todd Almond’s musical travelogue “Wyoming and Parts of Kansas” and Production Coordinator for Karen O and KK Barrett's “Stop the Virgens.”

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Education: B.A. in English, Literature & Creative Writing from Rhodes College
Knowledge: Theatrical Production

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Oct 12, 2022

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Upcoming Broadway Shows for the 2026 Season