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Broadway 2026—What's on Now

Broadway’s Visitor’s Guide: the latest on BROADWAY SHOWS, from what’s playing now to what’s upcoming—superstars included!

Our Broadway guide will help you navigate the world’s most famous theatre district. We've got everything that's playing and coming soon, with running times and theatre locations.

BROADWAY SHOWS IN NYC 2026

Alison Luff and Drew Gehling in & JULIET on Broadway

Alison Luff and Drew Gehling in & JULIET on Broadway. Photo: Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade.

& Juliet (Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 124 W. 43rd St.) (Opened 11/17/22) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) This new jukebox musical comedy asks: what would happen next if Juliet ditched her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way? Featuring a playlist of pop anthems including "Baby One More Time," "Roar,” and "Can't Stop the Feeling.” (andjulietbroadway.com)

Dennis Stowe jafar

Dennis Stowe as Jafar in Aladdin, photo by Matthew Murphy. 

Aladdin (New Amsterdam Theatre, 214 W. 42nd St.) (Opened 3/20/14) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Like The Lion King, this Disney musical developed from animated origins has been a total crowd-pleaser since it arrived in 2014. This family-friendly magic carpet thrill ride flies onto the stage teeming with romance, mischief, and, of course, a wildly madcap Genie! The end result is a not-to-be-missed Broadway spectacular! (aladdinthemusical.com)

the balusters

Ricardo Chavira, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Richard Thomas, Anika Noni Rose, Jeena Yi, Marylouise Burke and Kayli Carter in MTC's The Balusters, a new play by David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Kenny Leon ©Jeremy Daniel.

The Balusters (Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St.) (Opened 4/21/26) (2 hrs., 20 mins.) The Vernon Point Neighborhood Association is a passionate bunch, whether squabbling over historically inaccurate porch railings or debating trash can protocol. Still, no one is prepared for the neighbor-versus-neighbor battle royale that ensues when a newcomer to the board suggests the unthinkable: installing a stop sign on the corner of the enclave’s prettiest block. Written by Tony and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, the show stars Marylouise Burke, Anika Noni Rose, and Richard Thomas. Limited engagement thru 6/21.  (thebalustersplay.com 

BECKY SHAW, Alden Ehrenreich & Madeline Brewer,

BECKY SHAW, Alden Ehrenreich and Madeline Brewer, photo by Marc J. Franklin.

Becky Shaw (Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 W. 44th St.) (Opened 4/8/26) (2 hrs., 15 mins.) A blind date spirals spectacularly off the rails in this razor-sharp dark comedy from Gina Gionfriddo. When it made its New York premiere Off-Broadway it left critics and audiences reeling, and The New York Times called it, “ferociously funny! A tangled tale of love, sex and ethics.” Now it’s back and making its Broadway debut. Strap yourselves this hilarious comedy will make you laugh, gasp, and maybe take a break from dating...permanently. Limited engagement thru 6/14. (2ST.com)

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Kevin Clay (Elder Price) and Derrick Williams (The General) in The Book of Mormon, photo by Julieta Cervantes.

The Book of Mormon (Eugene O’Neill Theatre, 230 W. 49th St.) 2011 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 3/24/11) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) One of Broadway’s most successful, Tony-winning (nine in 2011!) musicals, from Trey Parker and Matt Stone—the duo behind South Park—follows a couple of wide-eyed Mormon missionaries whose first official assignment takes them to a remote village in Uganda. Divinely profane in all the right places! (bookofmormonbroadway.com) 

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The Broadway company of Buena Vista Social Club. Photo by Matthew Murphy.

Buena Vista Social Club (Gerald Shoenfeld Theatre, 236 W. 45th St.) (Opened 3/19/25) (2 hrs., 10 mins.)  Inspired by true events, this new musical unfolds in the heart of Cuba in a place where blazing trumpets and sizzling guitars set the dance floor on fire. Here, the sound of Havana is born—and one woman's remarkable journey begins. An ensemble of visionary performing artists, including a band of renowned musicians from across the globe tell the legendary story of the artists who recorded the original title album. Limited engagement thru 9/6. (buenavistamusical.com)

CATS THE JELLICLE BALL, Andre De Shields

CATS THE JELLICLE BALL, Andre De Shields. photo by Matthew Murphy & Evan Zimmerman. 

Cats: The Jellicle Ball (Broadhurst Theatre, 235 W. 44th St.) (Opened 4/7/26) (2 hrs., 45 mins.)   This radical reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic dance musical Cats has been staged as a high-octane immersive competition. Inspired by the Ballroom Culture that roared out of NYC 50 years ago, the current incarnation dazzles with contemporary ballroom and club beats and runway-ready choreography. Starring André De Shields and Chastity Moore. (catsthejellicleball.com)

Celebrity Autobiography (Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St.) (Opened 5/18/26)  (90 mins., no intermission) Created by Eugene Pack, this international hit comedy sensation features a constantly-expanding rotating cast of today's celebrities from TV, film and stage, sports, and, yes, even politics, acting out OTHER celebrities’ unintentionally hilarious autobiographies live on Broadway. Most stars appear for a week or two at a time, some just for a night or two, and surprise guests can be expected to pop in from time to time.  Limited engagement thru 8/16. (celebrityautobiography.com)

Lea Michele (Florence Vassy) and the cast of CHESS. Photo: Matthew Murphy, 2025.

Chess (Imperial Theatre, 249 W. 45th St.) (Opened 11/16/25) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) A revival of the cult-favorite musical featuring music by  Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus of ABBA and lyrics by Tim Rice. The story centers on a Cold War-era chess tournament entangled with political tensions and romantic conflict with a score that includes “Anthem,” “Nobody’s Side,” and “I Know Him So Well.” Starring Tony winner Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, and Nicholas Christopher. Limited engagement thru 9/13.  (chessbroadway.com)

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Chicago curtain call, 2021, photo by Daniel Rader.  

Chicago (Ambassador Theatre, 219 W. 49th St.) 1997 Tony, Best Musical Revival (Opened 11/14/96) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Kander and Ebb’s musical vaudeville about those murderous tootsies Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly picked up a Tony for Best Musical Revival back in 1997 and has reigned as one of Broadway’s fiercest hits ever since. Sparkling with Bob Fosse’s choreographic legacy, the show’s cavalcade of colorful characters includes everyone from Billy Flynn and Mamma Morton to Amos Hart and Mary Sunshine.(chicagothemusical.com)

Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard death becomes her broadway

Death Becomes Her (Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 W. 46th St.) (Opened 11/21/24) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Madeline Ashton is a beautiful actress; Helen Sharp is the author who lives in her shadow. They’ve always been the best of frenemies, until Madeline steals Helen’s fiancé. As Helen plots revenge, their world is transformed by a mysterious woman with a magic potion that takes them to a new era of life (and death) with their youth and beauty restored…and a grudge to last eternity. Thru 6/28.  (deathbecomesher.com)

Death of a Salesman (Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway) (Opened 4/9/26) (3 hrs., 10 mins.) Tony winners Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf star in this revival of Arthur Miller’s towering American drama directed by Tony winner Joe Mantello. The cast also features Ben Ahlers (The Gilded Age) and Christopher Abbott (James White). Limited engagement thru 8/9. (salesmanbroadway.com)

DOG DAY AFTERNOON-2, Jon Bernthal, Danny Johnson & Jessica Hech

DOG DAY AFTERNOON, Jon Bernthal, Danny Johnson & Jessica Hecht, photo by Matthew Murphy & Evan Zimmerman.

Dog Day Afternoon (August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St,) (Opened 3/30/26) (2 hrs., 15 mins.) A new play by Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Adly Guirgis based on the true crime story that captivated audiences in the Oscar-winning film, comes to Broadway starring Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. The sweltering summer of 1972, New York City—a time when the Vietnam War looms large, Watergate headlines flood the news, and one man's desperate act captivates the nation. A Brooklyn bank hold up quickly goes wrong, and with each gut-wrenching twist that unfolds, chaos ensues. Limited engagement thru 6/28. (dogdayafternoonbroadway.com)

Every Brilliant Thing (Hudson Theatre, 145 W. 44th St.) (Opened 3/12/26)  (80 mins., no intermission) SVU’s Mariska Hargitay stars (thru 7/5) in Duncan MacMillan & Jonny Donahoe’s solo play in which the protagonist faces a distant father, a suicidal mother, and their own inexplicable deep sadness. And in a spark of childhood genius, they counteract these obstacles by chronicling every brilliant thing in the world—first to cheer up their depressed mother, and later for friends, lovers, and themself. Those things include items ranging from simple pleasures ("ice cream,” “the color yellow”) to the far more specific and detailed ("old people who are kind and don’t smell unusual,” “the even numbered Star Trek films"). SVU’s Mariska Hargitay stars beginning 5/26 for a limited engagement thru 6/28; Golden Globe winner Tracee Ellis Ross will star for a limited run from 7/7 thru 8/9. (everybrilliantthingbway.com)
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Fear of 13, Adrien Brody and  Tessa Thompson, photo by Emilio Madrid.

The Fear of 13  (James Earl Jones Theatre, 138 W. 48th St.) (Opened 4/15/26) (104 mins., no intermission) After an acclaimed run in London, Oscar winner Adrien Brody and Emmy nominee Tessa Thompson make their Broadway debuts in this play following the true story of Nick Yarris, who spends 22 years on death row for a murder he insists he did not commit. Through a series of prison visits with a volunteer named Jackie, he traces a life shaped by impulse and consequence. As their conversations deepen, the line between witness and participant blurs, forcing both to confront what justice demands, what belief requires, and the perilous distance between true freedom and the illusion of self-determination. Limited engagement thru 7/12. (thefearof13broadway.com)

Aya Cash and John Lithgow in GIANT

Aya Cash and John Lithgow in GIANT. Photo by Joan Marcus.

Giant (Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St.)(Opened 3/23/26)  (2 hrs., 20 mins.) It's the summer of 1983, "The Witches is about to hit the shelves and Roald Dahl (Tony winner John Lithgow) is making last-minute edits. But the outcry at his recent, antisemitic article won't die down. Across a single afternoon at his family home, and rocked by an explosive confrontation, Dahl is forced to choose: make a public apology or risk his name and reputation. Inspired by actual events, the play explores the difference between considered opinion and dangerous rhetoric, offering a complicated portrait of a charismatic icon. Limited engagement thru 6/28. (gianttheplay.com)

GREAT GATSBY on Broadway

(c) Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman.

The Great Gatsby (Broadway Theatre, 1681 Broadway) (Opened 4/25/24) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Set in the1920s, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s epic tale is now a lush musical that follows eccentric and mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby in his pursuit of the lost love of his youth, Daisy Buchanan. With characters driven by complex inner lives erupting with extravagance and longing, the show comes to life through an electrifying jazz and pop-infused score for a grand production befitting the 21st century. (broadwaygatsby.com)

HADESTOWN, Cast Portrait

Hadestown, photo by Matthew Murphy. 

Hadestown (Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St.) 2019 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 4/17/19) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) This unique and stunning musical by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin follows musical follows the overlapping love stories of Orpheus & Eurydice and Hades & Persephone. The action unfolds in both a stylized New Orleans setting and Hades' stomping ground, The Underworld. As for the score, think New Orleans jazz melded with American folk music. (hadestown.com)

Trey Curtis and the company of Hamilton, photo by Joan Marcus.

Hamilton (Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St.) 2016 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 8/6/15) (2 hrs., 55 mins.) Visionary writer/composer Lin-Manuel Miranda’s white-hot historical musical that redefined Broadway. Told through a score of musical theatre, hip-hop, jazz, and R&B, the Pulitzer Prize-winning show has also scooped up Tony, Olivier, and Grammy awards. (hamiltonmusical.com)

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The cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, photo by Matthew Murphy.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Lyric Theatre, 214 W. 43rd St.) 2018 Tony, Best Play (Opened 4/22/18) (2 hrs., 50 mins.) This visually spectacular production begins where the film series ends and follows the friendship between Harry’s son Albus and Draco’s son, Scorpius—BFFs whose magical misadventures involve Time-turner shenanigans and a mysterious friend. Familiar characters plus a new generation of Hogwarts students make this a must-see for fans of the books and movies. Starring Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy thru 11/1.  (harrypottertheplay.com)

Joe Turner Has Come and Gone (Ethel Barrymore Theatre, 243 W. 47th St.) (Opened 4/25/26) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) This revival of the August Wilson play, is set in 1911 in a Pittsburgh boarding house run by the steady Seth and the open-hearted Bertha Holly—a refuge for Black travelers navigating the upheaval of the Great Migration. Among them is Herald Loomis, a man searching for his lost wife, and for the self he lost during seven years of illegal enslavement under Joe Turner. Directed by Debbie Allen, the drama stars Taraji P. Henson, Cedric the Entertainer, Tony winner Santiago-Hudson, and Joshua Boone. Limited engagement thru 7/26. (joeturnerbway.com)

JUST IN TIME, Jeremy Jordan

JUST IN TIME, Jeremy Jordan, Photo by Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade.

Just in Time  (Circle in the Square Theatre, 235 W. 50th St.) (Opened 4/26/25) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan stars as Bobby Darin in this new musical. The Circle in the Square has been transformed into an intimate, immersive night club where Darrin’s meteoric journey—from soaring highs to crushing lows—is brought to life by Groff, a cast of 16, and an on-stage big band performing Darrin’s iconic hits, including “Beyond the Sea,” “Splish Splash,” “Dream Lover,” and “Mack the Knife.” (justintimebroadway.com)

Rafiki & company in The Lion King, photo by Seen van Meer. 

The Lion King (Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St.) 1998 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 11/13/97) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) The longest-running Disney production to grace Broadway—it arrived in November of 1997—this Tony-winning stage adaptation of the animated classic is a musical and visual treasure-trove to be savored. Set in the flourishing African Pride Land, the story follows lion prince Simba as grows from cub to king. Along the way, he makes friends, falls in love, and is subject to the machinations of his power-hungry uncle, Scar. (lionking.com)

THE LOST BOYS - LJ Benet, Ali Louis Bourzgui, Brian Flores, Dean Maupin, Sean Grandillo

THE LOST BOYS. LJ Benet, Ali Louis Bourzgui, Brian Flores, Dean Maupin, and Sean Grandillo. Photo by Matthew Murphy.

The Lost Boys, A New Musical  (Palace Theatre, 160 W. 47th St.) (Opened 4/26/26) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Based on the 1987 film that served as a precursor to “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Twilight,” this musical comedy follows two teenage brothers who move with their divorced mother to the fictional town of Santa Carla, California, only to discover that the town is a haven for vampires. Directed by Tony winner Michael Arden (Parade; Maybe Happy Ending), the show stars Grammy winner/Tony nominee Shoshana Bean. Limited Engagement thru 3/7/27. (lostboysmusical.com)

maybe happy ending

Credit: Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman.

Maybe Happy Ending (Belasco Theatre, 111 W. 44th St.) (Opened 11/12/24) (105 mins., no intermission) 2025 Tony, Best Musical. A new romantic musical comedy. Inside a one-room apartment in Seoul, Oliver lives a happily quiet life. But what else is there to do when you’re a HelperBot 3, a retired robot considered obsolete? But when fellow HelperBot Claire asks to borrow his charger, what starts as an awkward encounter leads to a unique friendship, a surprising adventure, and maybe even…love? (maybehappyending.com)

Matte Martinez as MJ

Matte Martinez as MJ, photo by Matthew Murphy.

MJ the Musical (Neil Simon Theatre, 250 W. 52nd St.) (Opened 2/1/22) (2 hrs., 35 mins.) This electrifying musical bio looks into Michael Jackson’s creative process leading up to his 1992 Dangerous world tour. With over 25 of The King of Pop’s hits, as well as his signature moves and sound, the show comes with a staggeringly impressive pedigree: book by Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage and direction and choreography by Tony winner Christopher Wheeldon. (mjthemusical.com)

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The Lady Ms & femmes of Moulin Rouge!, photo by Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade. 

Moulin Rouge! The Musical (Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45th St.) 2021 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 7/25/19) (2 hrs., 35 mins.) A gleefully flamboyant stage adaptation of Baz Luhrmann’s 2001 cinematic jukebox mashup, this Tony-winning musical from the 2019/2020 season takes place in a world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows, reveling in the decadence and high kicks in the legendary Parisian night spot once upon a retro time. Add a love triangle, Toulouse-Lautrec, and a score of over 70 songs! Thru 8/30.(moulinrougemusical.com)

OH, MARY! - Jenn Harris and Jane Krakowski

OH, MARY! - Jenn Harris and Jane Krakowski, photo by Emilio Madrid.

Oh, Mary!  (Lyceum Theatre, 145 W. 45th St.) (Opened 7/11/24) (80 mins., no intermission) Cole Escola created this hilariously madcap portrait of a miserable, suffocated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. Unrequited yearning, alcoholism and suppressed desires abound in this one act play that finally examines the forgotten life and dreams of Mrs. Lincoln through the lens of an idiot. Thru 1/3/27.(ohmaryplay.com)

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The cast of Operation Mincemeat. Jessi Kirtley, Brandon Contreras, Amanda Jill Robinson, Julia Knitel, Jeff Kready, Photo by Matt Murphy.

Operation Mincemeat  (John Golden Theatre, 252 W. 45thSt.) (Opened 3/20/25) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) London’s 2024 Olivier Award winning Best Musical tells the true story of a secret military operation in 1943 meant to turn the tide of the war. With the Allies losing, the British military develop an idea: to use the well-dressed corpse of a homeless man to feed Hitler and his advisors false info.  Limited engagement thru 2/14/27.  (operationbroadway.com)

The Outsiders - The Greasers, March 2025

The Outsiders, The Greasers, March 2025. Photo by Matthew Murphy.

The Outsiders (Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, 242 W. 45th St.) (Opened 4/11/24) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) In Tulsa, Oklahoma, 1967, the hardened hearts and aching souls of Ponyboy Curtis, Johnny Cade, and their chosen family of ‘outsiders’ are in a fight for survival and a quest for purpose in a world that may never accept them. This gripping new musical reinvigorates the timeless tale of "haves and have nots," of protecting what’s yours and fighting for what could be. Based on S.E. Hinton’s groundbreaking novel and Francis Ford Coppola’s 1983 film. (outsidersmusical.com)

PROOF, Don Cheadle and Ayo Edebiri

PROOF, Don Cheadle and Ayo Edebiri, photo by Matthew Murphy.

Proof (Booth Theatre, 222 W. 45th St.) (Opened 4/16/26)  (2 hrs.) A daughter’s genius. A father’s legacy. A story of love, logic, and loss. A searing portrait of a family bound by brilliance. This first Broadway revival of David Auburn’s Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play stars Emmy winner Ayo Edebiri and Oscar nominee Don Cheadle in their Broadway debuts, and Tony winner Kara Young. Limited engagement thru 7/19. (proofbroadway.com)

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Members of the company of RAGTIME. Credit to Marc J. Franklin.

Ragtime ( Lincoln Center Theaters’ Vivian Beaumont Theater, 150 W. 65th St.) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) (Opened 10/16/25) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) A sweeping musical adaption of E.L. Doctorow’s novel following three fictional families in pursuit of the American Dream at the dawn of the 20th-century: Black pianist Coalhouse Walker, Jr. and his beloved Sarah; Jewish immigrant Tateh and his little girl; and a wealthy white family led by matriarch Mother. Starring Tony winner Brandon Uranowitz, Tony nominee Joshua Henry, and Olivier and Grammy nominee Caissie Levy. Limited engagement thru 8/16. (lct.org)

Photo by Joan Marcus.

Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show (Studio 54, 254 W. 54th St.) (Opened 4/23/26) (2 hrs.) The stage musical follows the cult film’s story of squeaky-clean college kids, Brad and his fiancée, Janet, on their way to visit their former college professor, when their car breaks down outside a mansion. They meet the charismatic Dr. Frank-n-Furter (Luke Evans), Riff Raff, Columbia, Magenta, Eddie, and Rocky. It is an adventure they would remember, for a very long time. Filled with fun, frolics and frocks. Limited engagement thru 11/29. (roundabouttheatre.org)

SCHMIGADOON! cast

Schmigadoon! cast, photo by Emilio Madrid.

April 4, 2026: Schmigadoon! (Nederlander Theatre, 208 W. 41st St.) (Opened 4/20/26)  (2 hrs., 30 mins.)  New York doctors Josh and Melissa set out on a couples’ backpacking retreat to rekindle the flame, but instead find themselves in Schmigadoon, a magical town that’s a Golden Age musical come to life. The townspeople won’t stop singing, the bridge out leads nowhere, and the only way to escape is by finding true love—which may or may not be with each other. Starring Tony-nominee Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice) and Sara Chase (The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt), Ann Harada (Avenue Q), and Brad Oscar (The Producers).  Thru 1/3/27. (schmigadoonbroadway.com)

six new cast

The Queens of Six, photo: by Joan Marcus.

SIX (Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St.) (Opened 3/12/20) (80 mins., no intermission) Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry XIII take the mic to remix 500 years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st-century girl power. This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their heads over! (sixonbroadway.com)

stranger things new cast

Photo by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman.

Stranger Things: The First Shadow Shadow (Marquis Theatre, 210 W. 46th St.) (Opened 4/22/25) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Rooted in the mythology and world of the Netflix phenom, this Olivier-winning play is set in the town of Hawkins in 1959, before the world turned upside down. Young Jim Hopper’s car won’t start, Bob Newby’s sister won’t take his radio show seriously, and Joyce Maldonado just wants to graduate and get the hell out of town. When new student Henry Creel arrives, his family finds that a fresh start isn’t so easy…and the shadows of the past have a very long reach. Starring T.R. Knight, Gabriele Nevaeh, and Alex Breaux. Limited engagement thru 1/3/27. (broadway.strangerthingsonstage.com)

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The cast of TITANIQUE on Broadway. Photo by Evan Zimmerman.

Titanique (St. James Theatre, 246 W. 44th St.) (Opened 4/12/26) (100 mins., no intermission) This kooky crazy musical extravaganza reimagines Jack and Rose’s love story aboard the ship of dreams through the French-Canadian eyes of someone who was totally there: Céline Dion (not the real Céline — but she would approve) who remembers the doomed romance with more shocking twists, mega-diva antics, and belted vocals of her favorite hits – and not even an iceberg can stop her! The cast includes Jim Parsons and original Off-Broadway stars Marla Mindelle and Constantine Rousouli. Limited engagement thru 9/20. (titaniquebroadway.com)

Sam Tutty and Christiani Pitts in “Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)” on Broadway, 2025

Sam Tutty and Christiani Pitts, photo by Matthew Murphy.

Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) (Longacre Theatre, 220 W. 48th St.) (Opened 11/20/25) (2 hrs.) An original new musical comedy about timing, connections, and unexpected detours. Meet Dougal, an impossibly upbeat Brit who has just landed in New York City for the first time to attend the wedding of the father he’s never met. Meet Robin, the sister of the bride and a no-nonsense New Yorker with a lot of errands to run—including picking up the groom’s estranged son from the airport. These two strangers begin their journey together, navigating New York City, secrets, and second chances. (twostrangersmusical.com)

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Wicked company, photo by Joan Marcus.

Wicked (Gershwin Theatre, 222 W. 51st St.) (Opened 10/30/03) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) One of Broadway’s biggest success stories, this fantasy musical, based on the best-selling novel by Gregory Maguire, follows the friendship between two young girls—one smart, misunderstood, and green-hued; the other beautiful, ambitious, and popular. Wicked takes the world of Oz’s fairy tale roots and replants them into an eye-popping production that turns the original story spectacularly upside down. (wickedthemusical.com)

COMING SOON TO BROADWAY:

August 14, 2026: Paranormal Activity: A New Story Live on Broadway (Official opening is 12/15 at the August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St.) James and Lou move from Chicago to London to escape their past, but they soon discover that places aren’t haunted, people are… With an original story inspired by the film franchise, the production, by playwright Levi Holloway (Grey House) reimagines the modern ghost story with an intimacy that only live theatre can provide. Limited engagement thru 1/3/27. (paranormalbroadway.com)

September 8, 2026: School Girls; or the African Mean Girls Play (Official opening TBA at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St.) In this bright, biting comedy, becoming Miss Ghana 1986 would mean fame, fortune, and prosperity. At least, that’s what Paulina—the queen bee of Aburi Girls Boarding School—believes. When the pageant recruiter comes to school, Paulina and her crew pull out all the stops. But to their surprise, a new transfer student from America kicks the competition into a higher, far more personal gear. Limited engagement. (manhattantheateclub.com)

September 29, 2026: Other Desert Cities (Official opening is 10/18 at the Hudson Theatre, 145 W. 44th St.) On Christmas Eve, the sunlit Palm Springs home of a politically connected family becomes a battleground of memory, loyalty, and legacy when a daughter returns with a memoir and the power to expose the explosive truth they’ve kept hidden. As the past comes into focus, the question isn’t just what happened, but who owns a family’s story, and what is the cost to tell it. Starring in this first Broadway revival Jon Robin Baitz’s Tony-winning play are Emmy-winner Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Tony & Oscar nominee Ed Harris, Oscar & Emmy winner Allison Janney, Allison Janney, Tony nominee Lily Rabe, and Joe Keery. Limited engagement thru 1/17/27 (otherdesertcitiesbroadway.com)

October 15, 2026: Wanted (Official opening is 11/8  at the James Earl Jones Theatre, 138 W. 48th St.) (2 hrs., 15 mins.) Texas, 1893. Twin farmgirls, Mary and Martha Clarke, determined to save their family, take fate into their own hands, straddling the line between two Americas. Featuring book and lyrics by Angelica Chéri (a real-life descendant of the twins), music by Ross Baum, and starring Grammy-winning singer/songwriter/actress Ledisi, Solea Pfeiffer (Hadestown) and Liisi LaFontaine (West End: Moulin Rouge!), this new musical presents an unforgettable journey weaving together history, romance, and deception, anchored by a powerful core: family. (wantedmusical.com)

October 22, 2026: The Fantasticks (Official opening is 11/16 at the Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 W. 44th St.) Two boys. Their two mothers. And a mischievous plan to make the young men fall in love. This is The Fantasticks,known and adored across the globe, in a Broadway premiere that brings glorious new life to the beloved classic. With a book and lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt, this inspired reinterpretation celebrates love, reconciliation, and the singular power of theater. Brilliantly reconceived by Jones himself, it retains all the heart and humor that have made this show. one of the most iconic musicals of all time. Limited engagement. (2st.com)

October 31, 2026: Much Ado About Nothing (Official opening is 11/19 at the Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway) Tony and Olivier-winning director Jamie Lloyd’s acclaimed (“brilliantly inventive”; “an ecstatic, hilarious masterpiece”) production of Shakespeare’s comedy comes to Broadway, reuniting the London cast, including stars Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell as Benedict and Beatrice, and Mason Alexander Park in their Broadway debut as Margaret. Limited engagement thru 1/10/27. (muchadobroadway.com)

GALILEO, Raúl Esparza at Berkeley Repertory Theatre

Galileo, Raúl Esparza at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, photo by Kevin Berne.

November 10, 2026: Galileo (Official opening is 12/6 at the Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St.) Inspired by the life of Galileo Galilei, this electrifying and emotional new musical follows the maverick scientist who makes astronomical discoveries that revolutionize humanity’s understanding of the universe and is forced to defend his findings before the most powerful religious institution in the world. Four-time Tony Award nominee Raúl Esparza will star in the title role marking his first Broadway appearance in more than 13 years, alongside Jeremy Kushnier and Tony Award nominee Joy Woods. (WEBSITE TBA)

December, 2026: Awake and Sing! (Official opening is in January, 2027 at Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St.) It’s the 1930s, and the Bronx is a furnace. New ideas clash with the old amidst the poverty and shattered promises of the Great Depression. And three generations of the Berger family, trapped inside their cramped tenement, struggle to hold different visions of an American dream. Starring Tony winner Danny Burstein and Tony nominees Jessica Hecht and Jeremy Shamos. this classic battle between hope and disillusionment returns to Broadway, speaking thrillingly to the present. Limited engagement. (manhattantheateclub.com)

February 27, 2027: Evita (Official opening is 5/27/27 at the Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway) Tony & Olivier Award-winning director Jamie Lloyd’s production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s masterwork arrives on Broadway with Olivier winner Rachel Zegler reprising her acclaimed role as ‘Eva Perón. Fuelled by unrelenting ambition and passion, Eva Perón rose from poverty to become the most powerful woman in Latin America. A beacon of hope to some and a threat to others, her star shone brightly as she captured the nation’s heart and divided its soul. (evitathemusical.com)

March, 2027: Gloria (Official opening is TBA at the Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 W. 44th St.) In the cutthroat offices of a prestigious New York City magazine, a group of low-level employees frantically try to claw their way up the corporate ladder. Ruthless and driven, they’re willing to do almost anything to get ahead – even as their once-glamorous industry collapses around them. With sharp, cutting wit, Gloria expertly skewers the absurd, dog-eat-dog world of early-career professional life in the 2010s. By Tony and Pulitzer Prize winner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. Limited engagement. (2st.com)

Fall, 2026: Billy Crystal 860 (a Shubert Theatre TBA) Tony and Emmy winner Billy Crystal returns to Broadway in this new one-man show. “860 was the address of the home we lost in the Palisades fires. We lived there for 46 years,” says Crystal. “I invite you to come inside 860 and I’ll tell you all the funny and touching things that happened there, not only in my career but to our family. It’s a joyous and heartfelt visit, about how with the love of family and friends and your inner strength, you can get through tough times. Previews and opening dates TBA. Limited 12 week run. (billycrystal860.com)

Fall, 2026: The Imaginary Invalid (Todd Haimes Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St.) Tony winner Bill Irwin heads the cast of his razor-sharp new adaptation of Molière’s comedy that proves hypochondria never goes out of style. Professional patient Argan indulges his every ailment, and schemes to marry off his daughter to a doctor to save on medical bills. But she has another life in mind. With a fearless ensemble directed by Broadway veteran Brandon J. Dirden, this fiercely funny production is about to prove that real life is what happens while you and your family are making other plans. (roundabouttheatre.org)

INTER ALIA, Rosamund Pike at London's National Theatre

INTER ALIA, Rosamund Pike at London's National Theatre, photo by Manuel Harlan.

Fall, 2026: Inter Alia (Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St.) Inter Alia, meaning “among other things”, is the story of Jessica Parks, a maverick London Crown Court Judge who is determined to change a system she knows isn’t always just. Inter Alia examines the balance of motherhood and modern masculinity, and of career and family. This legal drama by Suzie Miller is an educational and relatable phenomenon. Oscar nominee Rosamund Pike, in her Broadway debut, reprises her riveting and critically acclaimed performance as Parks. Previews and opening dates TBA. (interaliabroadway.com)

Fall, 2026: Much Ado About Nothing (Schubert theatre TBA) Tony and Olivier-winning director/producer Jamie Lloyd announced that Tony nominee and Golden Globe winner Tom Hiddleston and Olivier and Golden Globe nominee Hayley Atwell -- who dazzled London critics and set box office records last spring -- bring their acclaimed performances as ‘Benedick’ and ‘Beatrice’ in William Shakespeare’s giddily funny and beautifully tender battle of wits to Broadway for a limited 10-week engagement. (muchadobroadway.com)

2026: Dolly: A True Original Musical (Theatre TBA) A journey through the life of rhinestone in the rough Dolly Parton’s barefoot beginnings in the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee to performing in platform heels under the bright lights of Hollywood. Featuring all her beloved hits, including “I Will Always Love You,” “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors,” and “9 to 5,” this joyful and moving new musical will take audiences inside the literal rags-to-riches story of Parton and give you new insight into her triumphs, trials, and trailblazing. (dollysmusical.com)

2026: Dreamgirls (Theatre TBA) Tony nominee Camille A. Brown is set to both direct and choreograph a long-awaited revival of the Henry Krieger (music) and Tom Eyen’s (book & lyrics) musical surrounding the evolution of a Black '60s girl group. Somewhat modeled on The Supremes, The Shirelles, and others, the show hasn’t been seen on Broadway since 1987. (dreamgirlsbway.com)

2026: Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil: The Musical (Theatre TBA) Southern charm is bountiful in Savannah, Georgia. But behind polite smiles, the eccentric residents are filled with secrets and motives. When wealthy antiques dealer Jim Williams is accused of murder, the sensational trial uncovers hidden truths and exposes the fine line between good and evil – which sparks Lady Chablis and other Savannahians to change the city forever. 2025: Previews & opening TBA. (midnightbroadway.com)

Winter, 2027: Mix and Master (Todd Haimes Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St.) The last record shop in the Bronx is on its final spin. A rising DJ isn’t ready to let the music die. Written by Dominique Morisseau, the show tells the story of a music-driven clash of generations, pulsing with hip-hop and jazz. As vinyl spins and tensions rise, what begins as a battle for the shop becomes a reckoning over legacy, survival, and the courage it takes to stay in the mix. Featuring live DJ sets throughout, this Broadway world premiere turns up the volume on the fight to keep the culture alive. Starring Tony winners Ruben Santiago-Hudson and Kara Young. (roundabouttheatre.org)

Spring, 2027: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (Theatre TBA) Tennessee Williams’ provocative masterpiece returns to Broadway in a new, limited engagement production, directed by Tony winner Sam Gold. (Website TBA)

Spring, 2027: The Full Monty (Todd Haimes Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St.) Just how far are out-of-work Buffalo men willing to go? As it turns out—all the way. From Tony Award-winners Terrence McNally (book) and David Yazbek (score), this modern musical comedy follows six men who are putting it all on the line by taking it all off. Directed by Tony -nominee Leigh Silverman, this fearless new production delivers big laughs, bigger surprises, and a finale you’ll never forget. (roundabouttheatre.org)

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About the Author

City Guide Theatre Editor Griffin Miller moved to New York to pursue an acting/writing career in the 1980s after graduating magna cum laude from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Since then, she has written for The New York Times, For the Bride, Hotels, and a number of other publications, mostly in the areas of travel and performance arts. An active member of The New York Travel Writers Association, she is also a playwright and award-winning collage artist. In addition, she sits on the board of The Lewis Carroll Society of North America. Griffin is married to Richard Sandomir, a reporter for The New York Times.

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