How to buy Broadway tickets, straight from The Broadway League, the official trade association for Broadway in NYC and across North America.
Use Our Website
The Broadway League’s Broadway.org website is the best way to get tickets to current and upcoming Broadway shows. You can buy tickets at all price points, direct from the theatres’ official ticketing offices. You’ll also find show and theatre info, performance schedules, hotel and dining options, and more.
Visit Theatre Box Offices
Once you have chosen a show, head over to box office in person and select the perfect seat location on the performance date of your choice. No additional handling fees.You can get theatre addresses here.
Call the Show’s Official Ticket Service
Each show’s page on this site lists the phone number of the show’s official ticketing service.
Here are answers to some of theatregoers' most common questions:
What are the different types of tickets that I can purchase?
Broadway shows offer tickets at many different price points. Regular Price tickets generally range from $20 to $145. You can expect to pay higher prices for the best seats to hit shows on weekend nights. On the other hand, you can save money if you’re willing to sit in upper-level mezzanine seats or be flexible about performance dates and times. Some shows offer Premium seating for their best seats. You may be able to find Discount tickets for certain shows, but you will have less flexibility in performance date and seat location. For info on Group tickets, Student tickets, Standing Room, and Rush tickets, check out shows’ individual pages on this site.
Can I buy tickets in advance?
Yes! It’s usually better to arrange your tickets as soon as you know what show you want to see. Many shows sell out, and desirable seat locations are often unavailable at the last minute.
When are performances held?
Visit our Performance Times page with schedules for all shows this week. Evening performances generally begin at 8:00 p.m., though many shows offer special 7:00 p.m. performances on Tuesdays and sometimes other nights. Shows generally take one day a week off, and only a few perform on Sunday and Monday evenings. Afternoon “matinees” take place on various days, especially Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Holiday weeks bring special schedules. It's a good idea to check your tickets carefully, and to confirm the time of your performance before you buy your tickets.
What are the different kinds of seats called?
All Broadway theatres offer “Orchestra” seating on the main floor of the theatre, and “Mezzanine” seating one level up (the mezzanine at the Vivian Beaumont is called the "Loge"; at the Lyric Theatre it’s the “Dress Circle”). Many theatres offer seating in an additional level above the mezzanine called the “Balcony,” which is sometimes referred to as the "second balcony." A limited number of “Box Seats” may be available for some shows; these are on the sides of the auditorium, close to the stage. Finally, “Standing Room” tickets at the back of the orchestra or mezzanine are available in some theatres, though generally only when the show is otherwise sold out.
Which are the best seats in the house?
Some theatregoers consider the center part of the “Orchestra,” or ground-floor level, the best seats. Others prefer the first few rows of the “Mezzanine,” one level up.
FAQs
Buy tickets from trusted sources—don't buy anything that seems shady. Get tickets at the theater box office or from Ticketmaster. There's no easy way to spot fake Broadway theater tickets. That's why where you buy matters – it can make the difference between sitting the show out or giving a standing ovation.
What is the real Broadway website? ›
Broadway.org®
For information on Broadway shows playing in New York City, touring North America and touring internationally visit Broadway.org.
Is it better to buy Broadway tickets at the box office? ›
Buying Tickets in Person Avoids the Fees
If you are buying just two tickets, then the fees are not going to be that high and it may be worth paying for the convenience of buying online (or over the phone). But for three tickets or more, then buying tickets in-person at the box office is going to be the right way to go.
Is Telecharge legit for Broadway tickets? ›
Telecharge is a division of The Shubert Organization and a leading provider of ticketing services for Broadway and off-Broadway shows and other events across the country. As the official, authorized ticket seller, Telecharge gives you direct access to the best seats in the house.
How can I verify my tickets are real? ›
For physical tickets, check the spelling, date, website link, and quality of the ticket. On closer inspection, real tickets will never include spelling errors. Genuine tickets are also printed on the front and back of high-quality paper stock.
How do I make sure my tickets are real? ›
Buying tickets for a sold-out concert? Here's how to make sure your tickets are the real deal
- Confirm the website. As in all cases of digital life, never click through to a website from emails, texts or online ads. ...
- Verify the seller. Buy from authorized brokers and third-party sellers. ...
- Spot fake tickets. ...
- Use a credit card.
The Broadway League's Broadway.org website is the best way to get tickets to current and upcoming Broadway shows.
What is the best show on Broadway right now? ›
12 Best Shows on Broadway Right Now
- Sweeney Todd on Broadway.
- Hadestown on Broadway.
- Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway.
- Six the Musical on Broadway.
- Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway.
- The Book of Mormon on Broadway.
- MJ the Musical on Broadway.
- Chicago on Broadway.
Sam Gold, a director of numerous Broadway productions, says: “We have to acknowledge that it's a hard time for live theatre. We're still dealing with fallout from the pandemic. We have challenging supply chain issues. We have the $1tn a month poured into streaming so people can stay home and watch things at home.
What is the cheapest day of the week to go to Broadway? ›
As a general rule, weekend tickets (starting with Friday night performances) are more expensive. The cheapest day and time to see a Broadway show is typically weeknights (Tues. - Thurs.). If you go to a weekday matinee you may find even better prices.
Rows D to G in the Center Orchestra are premium seats with excellent views of the stage. From this position, theatergoers aren't too close for comfort, but can still enjoy plenty of detail. Rows F and G in particular are great for getting a wider look at the stage and set pieces.
Why is Broadway so expensive now? ›
Experts blame rising production costs, celebrity headliners, and simple supply and demand. They also say people are more willing to pay top dollar for better seats. Per broadway.com, several shows including The Lion King, Wicked and Hamilton prices start anywhere from $115 to $125 without fees.
Where should you book Broadway tickets? ›
There are a few primary online ticket vendors used by Broadway theaters, including Telecharge, Ticketmaster, StubHub, VividSeats and SeatGeek. You can also try TodayTix.com, which specializes in cheap Broadway tickets (BONUS: use code ROLLINGSTONE10 to save $10 off your purchase on the site).
Is it okay to buy Broadway tickets from Ticketmaster? ›
Ticketmaster and telecharge are the regular sales depts of most theaters. (Some theaters use one, some use the other.) They charge a processing fee but otherwise just charge the face value of the ticket.
Is Stubhub legit to buy Broadway tickets? ›
It's a hugely popular site, boasting that it is the world's largest marketplace for tickets. The advantage of purchasing Broadway tickets on Stubhub rather than another site like Craigslist is that Stubhub insures all its sales, guaranteeing that the tickets you buy are genuine.
How can you tell if someone is selling fake concert tickets? ›
Look-alike sites/links designed to look similar to a legitimate ticket marketplace (check the website URL to ensure it's the real website) Odd language, misspelled words, or awkward phrasing. Sellers asking you to DM or text them right away.
What do Broadway show tickets look like? ›
Broadway tickets are printed on 48lb card stock with a barcode on the RHS stub and the show information on the LHS. The LHS of the ticket also acted as the receipt that would allow the holder to gain re-entry to a show or act as the receipt for expenses or tax purposes.
