On Broadway

No trip to New York is complete without a visit to a Broadway Show. These lavish productions are considered to be the best in the world, with costumes and sets which dazzle the eye and transport audiences to a fantasy world one can only dream of.

The Broadway Theatre District boasts more than 39 large theatres, each promising shows more spectacular than the next. Theatres are usually dark on Mondays, but performances are available the rest of the week, with weekend shows being the most popular.

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Broadway shows currently playing are in abundance, but tickets can be expensive or hard to find. For advance planners, websites like Ticketmaster.com and Expedia.com are a quick and easy way to find tickets. In addition, same day tickets for many shows are available at the TKTS Booth in Duffy Square (47th street, between 7th avenue and Broadway), often at significant discounts.

Some of the Broadway shows currently playing include:

- Wicked

Breaking box office records around the world, Wicked is one of the most popular Broadway musicals. Re-telling the story of the Wizard of Oz from the point of view of the Wicket Witch of the West, this musical turns Baums original tale on its head. The sets are truly spectacular, featuring creepy flying monkeys and an amazing dragon that towers over the stage. This is definitely not to be missed!

The Little Mermaid

This brand new musical, produced by Disney Theatrical, is sure to delight children of any age. The sets are designed to create an amazing underwater effect that dazzles the eye and the show features songs familiar to their family audience. This show is perfect for families with little ones. Just dont be surprised if they are singing long after the curtain has dropped and the show has ended.

Hairspray

A new classic that will have you rocking in your seat, this story of the inimitable Tracy, and her campaign to integrate the popular Corny Collins Show is full of show stopping musical and dance numbers, guaranteed to delight. Although too mature for the youngest of children, the show is perfect for teenagers while still thrilling adults.

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This Tony Award Winning musical is the 26th longest running musical in the history of Broadway. A mix of puppets and live actors, the adult-oriented humor has the audience laughing out loud. Definitely not a show for children, content includes everything from puppet sex to homosexuality, leaving nothing sacred.

With so many theatres, there are many more Broadway shows currently playing and a quick search is certain to produce a list of shows that will appeal to a broad range of people. For best seats, do try to book your tickets in advance, but even the least expensive tickets are sure to provide you with the memory of a lifetime.

On Broadway

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