Broadway has so much to offer within its many theatres, from special engagements starring beloved stars to touching musicals that make the leap to Broadway from Off-Broadway. And then there are the long-running hits that just scream “Broadway!” These shows have long runs for good reason, due to stunning designs, breathtaking performances, captivating stories, and beautiful musical scores.
Here at Broadway Direct, we want to point you in the right direction towards securing your tickets to these stunning shows. Whether you are seeing your first Broadway show or making a return to New York City and desire a true Broadway experience, these shows are sure to satisfy that Broadway-craving bug.
Hamilton
If by now you have not heard of Hamilton, you absolutely must not throw away your shot (you’ll get that reference later) at seeing the groundbreaking musical at its New York home, the Richard Rodgers Theatre. Hamilton is the story of America’s Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington’s right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and was the new nation’s first Treasury Secretary. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B, and Broadway, Hamilton is the story of America then, told by America now. Grab a ticket and meet us inside the Richard Rodgers Theatre!
The Lion King
There’s a good chance you’ve seen the classic Disney film, but there is no onstage experience quite like seeing The Lion King at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre. Experience the stunning artistry, unforgettable music, and exhilarating choreography of this musical theater phenomenon – one of the most awe-inspiring productions ever brought to life on stage. A remarkable tale of hope and adventure, The Lion King has found its way into the hearts of millions. As The New York Times says, “There is simply nothing else like it.” There’s no time like the present to come experience “The Circle of Life.”
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Wicked
If you crave magic you loved in The Wizard of Oz, it is alive on Broadway in Wicked. Now in its 18th smash year on Broadway, Wicked looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “wicked.” With a thrilling score that includes the hits “Defying Gravity,” “Popular” and “For Good,” Wicked has been hailed by The New York Times as “the defining musical of the decade.” Time Magazine cheers, “if every musical had the brain, the heart, and the courage of Wicked, Broadway really would be a magical place.” If you’ve yet to make a stop at Gershwin Theatre to see a musical that redefined a generation, it is an absolute must.
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