What shows are on Broadway right now?

Current shows include long-running, wildly popular hit musicals such as Disney’s The Lion King , the outrageously funny (and adult) The Book of Mormon and the longest-running musical still playing in NYC, Chicago . More recent blockbusters include the record-breaking megahit Hamilton and Wizarding World sequel Harry Potter and the Cursed Child . Newer arrivals include the fresh musical comedy Shucked and a star-studded revival of Sweeney Todd , led by Josh Groban.

How long are Broadway shows?

Most performances range between 90 minutes to three hours in length. This varies depending on the production, but musicals are typically 2.5 hours long on average. Plays tend to have greater variety in running times, usually ranging from 90 minutes to 2 hours but can range from 1 hour to 3 hours. Always check the runtime of a production before booking tickets if you need to plan timings.

What time do Broadway shows start?

Depending on the day of the week, evening performances usually start at 7.00pm, 7.30pm or 8.00pm. Most Broadway shows start at 7.00pm for early weekday performances, such as Monday & Tuesday and may start later on Friday and Saturday. Some Sunday evening performances will start at 6.30pm. Matinee performances typically start at 1.00pm or 2.00pm. Start times can vary depending on the show so always pay particular attention to timings when you book.

Do Broadway shows include intermissions?

Shows that run for longer than 90 minutes will typically include an intermission for audience comfort. Some particularly long shows may even include two intermissions, but this is quite rare.

What do people wear to Broadway shows?

Broadway theaters do not have a dress code. It is always best to wear something comfortable and suitable for the season. Many people choose to wear smarter clothes for theater outings, particularly for special occasions, but this is not mandatory.

Broadway Shows in February 2024

Love is in the air in February thanks to Valentine’s Day! If you want to make date night a theatrical one, Broadway theater has something for every couple including romantic showstopper Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Offbeat love stories are also a great choice if your taste leans towards the quirky, with Little Shop of Horrors continuing to be a mega-hit at Westside Theatre and Titanique an absolute riot at Daryl Roth Theatre.

Do you want to know what shows are on Broadway in February if you don’t have a date lined up? We highly recommend booking tickets for SIX or & Juliet, two pop musicals that celebrate female empowerment; one of the longest-running Broadway shows Chicago; or new play Jonah, an intimate and twisting story of love, connection and survival Off-Broadway.

Discover what else is on Broadway this year with Broadway shows in January and March.

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Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway

If any Broadway show in February screams romance, it has to be the glamorous, showstopping Moulin Rouge. Boasting an incredible remixed soundtrack of pop hits from Elton John, David Bowie, Katy Perry and more, the Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of Baz Luhrmann’s movie is a feast for the senses. Its sumptuous set design, lavish costumes and dazzling performances make it the perfect choice if you want to treat your partner to a Valentine’s gift they won’t forget in a hurry.

Little Shop of Horrors

This is a boy meets girl story like no other! Little Shop of Horrors has been delighting audiences Off-Broadway with its weird and wonderful tale of a shop assistant who gets tangled up in a carnivorous plant’s master plan. Now in its fourth year at Westside Theatre, this Drama Desk Award-winning revival shows that the course of true love never did run smooth… and is one of the best New York theater shows in February.