If you want to feel Broadway before you ever take your seat—or relive the magic after curtain call—cast albums are the fastest way there. From timeless classics to brand‑new hits, Broadway’s currently running shows offer a soundtrack for every mood, commute, and late‑night deep dive.
Below, you’ll find a complete, up‑to‑date guide to the cast albums connected to every currently playing Broadway show, including when each album was released, how to listen, and—most importantly—how to turn your favorite track into a ticket to the real thing.
Currently Playing on Broadway — Cast Album Guide
Aladdin
Opened 2014
🎧 Cast Album: Aladdin: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2014)
What you’ll hear: Alan Menken’s iconic score plus new songs written exclusively for the stage.
🎟️ Love “Friend Like Me”? You can see it live at the New Amsterdam Theatre right now.
The Book of Mormon
Opened 2011
🎧 Cast Album: The Book of Mormon: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2011)
What you’ll hear: Shockingly catchy, wildly funny songs that made this show a global phenomenon.
🎟️ The jokes land even harder live at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre.
🏆 Grammy Award Winner (Best Musical Theater Album)
Buena Vista Social Club
Opened 2025
🎧 Cast Album: Buena Vista Social Club (Original Broadway Cast Recording) (2025)
What you’ll hear: Grammy‑winning Cuban music performed live on stage.
🎟️ Experience the music in full color at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre.
🏆 Grammy Award Winner (Best Musical Theater Album)
Chess
Opened 2025 revival
🎧 Cast Album: Chess (Original Broadway Cast Recording) (1988). 2025 Cast album is coming soon!
What you’ll hear: Power ballads and anthems by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus.
🎟️ Hear these songs soar again live at the Imperial Theatre.
Chicago
Opened 1996
🎧 Cast Album: Chicago: The New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)
What you’ll hear: Jazz‑infused, razor‑sharp classics like “Cell Block Tango.”
🎟️ Still sizzling at the Ambassador Theatre.
Death Becomes Her
Opened 2024
🎧 Cast Album: Death Becomes Her: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2024)
What you’ll hear: Wickedly funny musical comedy with big Broadway energy.
🎟️ Catch the spectacle live at the Lunt‑Fontanne Theatre.
The Great Gatsby
Opened 2024
🎧 Cast Album: The Great Gatsby: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2024)
What you’ll hear: A lush, modern score capturing excess, longing, and heartbreak.
🎟️ See the party unfold at the Broadway Theatre.
Hadestown
Opened 2019
🎧 Cast Album: Hadestown: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2019)
What you’ll hear: Folk‑jazz storytelling that swept the Tony Awards.
🎟️ Descend to the underworld live at the Walter Kerr Theatre.
🏆 Grammy Award Winner (Best Musical Theater Album)
Hamilton
Opened 2015
🎧 Cast Album: Hamilton: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2015)
What you’ll hear: Hip‑hop history that changed Broadway forever.
🎟️ Still revolutionizing audiences at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.
🏆 Grammy Award Winner (Best Musical Theater Album)
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Opened 2021
🎧 Cast Album: The Music of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (2018)
What you’ll hear: Imaginative instrumental music underscoring the magic featuring Imogen Heap.
🎟️ Experience the spectacle live at the Lyric Theatre.
& Juliet
Opened 2022
🎧 Cast Album: & Juliet: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2022)
What you’ll hear: Max Martin pop hits reimagined for Broadway.
🎟️ See the party live at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.
Just In Time
Opened 2025
🎧 Cast Album: Just In Time: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2025)
What you’ll hear: Jonathan Groff, Gracie Lawrence, Erika Henningsen, and the original Broadway cast.
🎟️ Experience Jonathan Groff live at the Circle in the Square Theatre now through March 29.
The Lion King
Opened 1997
🎧 Cast Album: The Lion King: Original Broadway Cast Recording (1997)
What you’ll hear: Elton John and Tim Rice’s unforgettable score.
🎟️ A must‑see spectacle at the Minskoff Theatre.
🏆 Grammy Award Winner (Best Musical Theater Album)
Maybe Happy Ending
Opened 2024
🎧 Cast Album: Maybe Happy Ending: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2024)
What you’ll hear: Tender, indie‑inspired musical storytelling.
🎟️ Now playing at the Belasco Theatre.
MJ
Opened 2022
🎧 Cast Album: MJ the Musical: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2022)
What you’ll hear: Michael Jackson’s hits performed live on stage.
🎟️ Moonwalk over to the Neil Simon Theatre.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Opened 2019, Closing July 26, 2026
🎧 Cast Album: Moulin Rouge! The Musical: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2019)
What you’ll hear: A maximalist mash‑up of pop anthems.
🎟️ See the spectacle live at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
Operation Mincemeat
Opened 2025
🎧 Cast Album: Operation Mincemeat: Original Cast Recording (2023, West End)
What you’ll hear: Fast, funny musical storytelling.
🎟️ Now on Broadway at the Golden Theatre.
The Outsiders
Opened 2024
🎧 Cast Album: The Outsiders: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2024)
What you’ll hear: Emotional, cinematic Americana.
🎟️ Playing at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.
Ragtime
Opened 2025 revival
🎧 Cast Album: Ragtime: 2025 Broadway Cast Recording (2025)
What you’ll hear: A sweeping, historic American score.
🎟️ Limited engagement at the Vivian Beaumont Theater.
SIX: The Musical
Opened 2021
🎧 Cast Album: SIX: Live on Opening Night (2022)
What you’ll hear: Pop‑concert energy with historical bite.
🎟️ See the queens live at the Lena Horne Theatre.
Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
Opened 2025
🎧 Cast Album: Two Strangers: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2026)
What you’ll hear: Charming, modern musical comedy.
🎟️ Playing at the Longacre Theatre.
Wicked
Opened 2003
🎧 Cast Album: Wicked: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2003)
What you’ll hear: One of the most beloved scores in Broadway history.
🎟️ Defy gravity live at the Gershwin Theatre.
Cast albums are more than playlists—they’re invitations. Stream them, fall in love, then buy tickets and experience Broadway live while these shows are playing right now.
If it sounds good in your headphones, it’s unforgettable from an orchestra seat.
