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Broadway Tickets: The Complete NYC Show Guide
Broadway tickets NYC, all in one place: every major show currently on (and just off) Broadway, plus the best of the rest of NYC’s stages — each one linked straight through to tickets.
Broadway tickets NYC change fast — shows open, close and transfer theatres throughout the year, so this list is built to be revisited rather than read once. Where we have a detailed Route & Stay show guide, the card opens that guide; other cards link directly to tickets through our partner, HelloTickets.
A quick note on pricing: because HelloTickets aggregates both box-office and resale listings, prices can land above or below face value depending on demand — always check the seat location and total price before you confirm.
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The Lion King
Disney’s Tony-winning spectacle, built on Julie Taymor’s puppetry and mask work — still one of the hardest tickets on Broadway more than 25 years in. Minskoff Theatre.
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Wicked
The untold story of the witches of Oz, told from Elphaba’s side, with two of Broadway’s biggest power ballads. Gershwin Theatre.
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Hamilton
Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hip-hop retelling of the founding fathers still commands some of the highest demand on Broadway. Richard Rodgers Theatre.
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Chicago
The longest-running American musical on Broadway — all razzle-dazzle, jazz, murder and sharp satire. Ambassador Theatre.
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Aladdin
Disney’s stage version leans hard into the Genie’s showstopping “Friend Like Me,” a favorite for families. New Amsterdam Theatre.
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MJ – The Life Story of Michael Jackson
A Tony-winning jukebox musical built around the making of the 1992 Dangerous tour, with choreography drawn from Jackson’s own catalogue. Neil Simon Theatre.
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Now staged as a single, roughly 3.5-hour play, with stage illusions that regularly stop the show. Lyric Theatre.
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Hadestown
Anaïs Mitchell’s Tony-winning folk-opera retelling of Orpheus and Eurydice, staged as a smoky New Orleans jazz club. Walter Kerr Theatre.
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The Book of Mormon
The Tony-winning satire from the South Park creators is still one of the sharpest comedies on Broadway. Eugene O’Neill Theatre.
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SIX The Musical
Henry VIII’s six wives reclaim their story as a pop-concert competition, in under 90 minutes with no intermission. Lena Horne Theatre.
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& Juliet
What if Juliet didn’t die? A jukebox musical built around Max Martin’s pop catalogue — Britney, Backstreet Boys, Katy Perry. Stephen Sondheim Theatre.
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The Great Gatsby – A New Musical
A lavish, Jazz Age staging of Fitzgerald’s novel, all flapper glamour and party-scene choreography. Broadway Theatre.
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Stranger Things: The First Shadow
A stage prequel co-written with the Duffer Brothers, built around large-scale illusions and Upside Down stagecraft. Marquis Theatre.
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The Outsiders
The reigning Tony winner for Best Musical, based on S.E. Hinton’s novel, with a full-cast rumble staged live. Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.
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Maybe Happy Ending – A New Musical
The Tony winner for Best Musical: two obsolete helper robots fall in love in near-future Seoul. Belasco Theatre.
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Just in Time
A staged, nightclub-style biography of Bobby Darin, performed in the round with a live onstage band. Circle in the Square Theatre.
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Oh, Mary!
Cole Escola’s absurdist take on Mary Todd Lincoln — one of the biggest comedy hits Broadway has had in years. Lyceum Theatre.
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Off-Broadway Favorites Worth the Trip
The Play That Goes Wrong
A murder-mystery staged by a fictional am-dram troupe where absolutely everything falls apart — one of the most purely fun nights in NYC theatre. New World Stages.
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Little Shop of Horrors
The long-running Off-Broadway revival of the cult horror-comedy musical, with a genuinely enormous puppet plant. Westside Theatre.
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Radio City Rockettes: Christmas Spectacular
The Rockettes’ precision kickline returns for the 2026 holiday season, starting late November. Radio City Music Hall.
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New York City Ballet: The Nutcracker
George Balanchine’s staging returns every winter, complete with a growing Christmas tree and the full NYC Ballet orchestra. David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Center.
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Metropolitan Opera
The Met’s season runs September through June at Lincoln Center, mixing full-scale classics with new productions.
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Ailey’s company returns to City Center December 2, 2026 through January 3, 2027, closing every program with its signature “Revelations.” New York City Center.
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- Book 2–6 weeks ahead for the biggest hits (Hamilton, Wicked, Hadestown, The Outsiders) — prime weekend evening seats sell out first.
- Weeknight and matinee performances are usually the easiest to find and the best value — most shows run Tuesday–Sunday with matinees on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday around 2pm, evenings around 7–8pm.
- Seating tiers run roughly Orchestra (closest, priciest) → Front Mezzanine → Rear Mezzanine/Balcony (furthest, cheapest) — a good rear mezzanine seat is often better value than a side orchestra seat.
- Same-day discounts exist (the TKTS booth in Times Square sells unsold seats at a markdown) but selection is a gamble and queues can run long — booking ahead guarantees the show and the seat.
- Most shows run 2–3 hours including one intermission — check the specific runtime if you have a tight schedule either side.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance should I book Broadway tickets?
For the biggest hits, 2–6 weeks ahead is safest, especially for weekend evenings. Newer or lower-demand shows can often be booked just a few days out.
What’s the difference between orchestra, mezzanine and balcony seats?
Orchestra is ground-level and closest to the stage (and the most expensive). Mezzanine is the raised section above and behind, split into front and rear. Balcony (where a theatre has one) is the highest and furthest, and usually the cheapest.
Are there official discount tickets for Broadway?
Yes — the TKTS booth in Times Square sells same-day unsold tickets at 20–50% off, but you can’t choose your show or seat in advance and queues can be long. Booking ahead through a marketplace guarantees both.
Is there a dress code for Broadway shows?
No official dress code — most people go smart-casual, and jeans are completely normal. Some go dressier for evening shows, but nobody will turn you away for what you’re wearing.
Is HelloTickets an official box office?
HelloTickets is a marketplace that compares listings across primary and secondary sellers rather than a single official box office, so it’s worth checking the exact seat location and total price (fees included) before you buy.
What happens if a show is cancelled or a cast member is out?
Broadway shows almost always go on with an understudy or standby rather than cancelling. Full cancellations are rare and tied to specific emergencies — check your ticket seller’s policy for refund or exchange terms if you’re worried about a specific date.