From neon-lit boardwalks to bow-tied picnic baskets, Broadway’s 2026 summer lineup sizzles in every way. Visit these shows for star-studded casts, timeless revivals, and exhilarating spectacles that are sure to be the highlight of the season!
The Lost Boys
Showing at the Palace Theatre
Music and lyrics: The Rescues
Current cast includes Shoshana Bean, LJ Benet, Ali Louis Bourzgui, and Benjamin Pajak
Perfect for… Anyone dreaming of a 1980s West Coast summer (with a side of vampires). If you love a vintage style but crave a little bit of danger, Santa Carla might just be where you belong. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the cult-classic film, or you want a thrilling rock-and-roll experience with spectacular effects, this is definitely not a show to miss!
Know Before You Go: A musical stage adaptation of the beloved 1987 film, The Lost Boys follows a single mother and her two sons as they navigate life after moving to the fictional town of Santa Carla, California. However, they soon find out that the town’s local rock band has a dark and dangerous secret.
READ: Meet the Family at the Heart of The Lost Boys
Schmigadoon!
Showing at the Nederlander Theatre
Music and lyrics: Cinco Paul
Current cast includes Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, Ana Gasteyer, and McKenzie Kurtz
Perfect for… If you have ever found yourself wanting to enter the romantic, technicolor worlds of classic Golden Age musicals full of sunshine and happy endings. Do you love to burst into songs about pudding and twirl around pastel gazebos? Whether it’s a date night or a solo-outing, all are welcome in Schmigadoon! for a guaranteed feel-good night full of laughs and a touch of magic.
Know Before You Go: The hit Apple TV musical comedy comes to life on stage in this hilarious new show. When Josh Skinner and Melissa Gimble wander into the magical, musical town of Schmigadoon, their rocky relationship is put to the test as they realize they can’t leave until they find true love.
FIRST LOOK: Schmigadoon! is Now on Broadway
Hamilton
Showing at the Richard Rodgers Theatre
Music and lyrics: Lin-Manuel Miranda
Current cast includes Marcus John, Lencia Kebede, Lauren Mariasoosay, and Donald Webber, Jr.
Perfect for… If you want a modernized history lesson to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. Need to brush up on your knowledge of the American Revolution? We can guarantee that these dramatic battles, complex characters, and quick-witted lyrics will not leave your head after viewing this contemporary take on the nation’s beginning.
Know Before You Go: Hamilton follows the life and challenges of founding father Alexander Hamilton through a modern perspective. With songs blending classic musical theatre with hip-hop and R&B, it paints an intricate, contemporary picture of the American Revolution.
READ: Everything You Need To Know About Hamilton on Broadway
Ragtime
Showing at the Vivian Beaumont Theater
Music and lyrics: Stephen Flaherty, Lynn Ahrens
Current cast includes Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, Nichelle Lewis, and Brandon Uranowitz
Perfect for… The hustlers. You work hard for what you want, and you’re determined to make your dreams come true no matter what stands in your way. It’s perfect for the passionate dreamers, the justice seekers, and the history buffs. Add some powerhouse vocals, and you’ve found the show for you. At Ragtime, you will learn important details of the past that will inspire you to build a better future.
Know Before You Go: Originally adapted from E.L. Doctorow’s 1975 novel, this revival of a classic musical centers on three families in the New York City area in the early 1900s, each navigating America’s changing sociopolitical landscape and climbing toward the American Dream.
READ: The History of Ragtime
Buena Vista Social Club
Showing at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre
Current cast includes Natalie Venetia Belcon, Rick Negron, Mel Semé, and Jainardo Batista Sterling
Perfect for… If you want to turn up the heat! Get inspired by the tropical vibes of Havana for your summer plans. If you’re a fan of Afro-Cuban beats and vibrant nightlife, this charming musical is sure to make you want to get out of your seat and onto the dance floor.
Know Before You Go: Buena Vista Social Club tells the true story of the historic 1997 reunion of a group of legendary Cuban musicians. Shifting between the 1950s and the 1990s, it follows singer Omara Portuondo as she comes back into the spotlight while grappling with her past.
WATCH: Buena Vista Social Club Releases New Broadway Trailer
Titanique
Showing at the St. James Theatre
Music and lyrics: Céline Dion
Current cast includes Melissa Barrera, Marla Mindelle, Jim Parsons, and Constantine Rousouli
Perfect for… The divas. The Céline Dion and Drag Race super fans. What do you say to taking chances? If you loved the film Titanic and are a rom-com enthusiast, you should board this ship of dreams! This fresh new spin will have you laughing until you cry, with a stellar cast, raunchy jokes, and pop culture references that you can’t miss. Plus, who doesn’t love a cruise in the summer?
Know Before You Go: Titanique tells the story of Jack, Rose, and…Céline Dion? This kooky, krazy take on the 1997 film Titanic shows the doomed voyage through the eyes of Céline, who was absolutely there. Come for an incredible soundtrack, outrageous vocals, and a comedic twist on the characters you know and love.
WATCH: Marla Mindelle’s Journey to the Opening Night of Titanique
Oh, Mary!
Showing at the Lyceum Theatre
Current cast includes Meg Stalter, Phillip James Brannon, Barrett Foa, Ryo Kamibayashi, and Bianca Leigh
Perfect for… The messy girls. If you consider yourself a “work in progress” or find yourself hopelessly yearning over a crush, this might be the perfect play for you. Your life may feel a little unhinged, but don’t let anyone else dim your sparkle. You deserve to be a star, too!
Know Before You Go: Cole Escola’s hit dark comedy Oh, Mary! focuses on Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. She is a miserable alcoholic, desperate to leave her husband and follow her dreams of becoming a cabaret star.
FIRST LOOK: Meg Stalter is Now Mary Todd Lincoln in Oh, Mary! on Broadway
CATS: The Jellicle Ball
Showing at the Broadhurst Theatre
Music and lyrics: T.S. Eliot, Andrew Lloyd Webber
Current cast includes Sydney James Harcourt, “Tempress” Chasity Moore, André De Shields, and Emma Sofia
Perfect for… Someone who was born to stand out. If you want this summer to be one big party, this musical is perfect for you. Celebrate your individuality and highlight your main character energy. You will leave the theatre feeling empowered and ready to find your own spotlight. A little confidence boost never hurt anyone, so come one, come all!
Know Before You Go: Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats, based on T.S. Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, has been refashioned through a whole new lens. A glittering spectacle, CATS: The Jellicle Ball opens up the runway for a ballroom-style display of fierce talent.
READ: Cody Renard Richard Celebrates Opening of 25th Broadway Show with CATS: The Jellicle Ball
