List of A-Z Broadway and Off-Broadway shows this season:




  1. & Juliet – A jukebox musical with pop songs by Max Martin that gives Juliet a life after Romeo.
  2. A Beautiful Noise – A feel-good musical using the songbook of Neil Diamond to tell his life story.
  3. Aladdin – The classic Disney musical brings the animated film to life on stage with magic carpets and genies.
  4. Alex Cooper – A comedy show by up-and-coming standup Alex Cooper with observational humor about relationships and technology.
  5. All The Devils Are Here – A new Shakespeare-inspired play examining the seedy underbelly of 16th-century London.
  6. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater – An acclaimed modern dance company that performs new works and classics. Graceful, athletic, and powerful.
  7. Appropriate – A dysfunctional family reunites after the father’s death, uncovering secrets and lies. An intense, combustible family drama.
  8. Back To The Future – Great Scott! The 1980s blockbuster zaps onto the stage in a high-octane musical adventure with the DeLorean time machine.
  9. Buena Vista Social Club – Rollicking musical celebrating the infectious Cuban rhythms of the iconic ensemble, bringing Havana to the stage.
  10. Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club – An immersive cabaret version of the Kander and Ebb classic set inside the gritty Kit Kat Club. Sexy, daring and resonant.
  11. Carmen – Bizet’s steamy opera about the tragic gypsy femme fatale Carmen and the men who desire her. Passionate music and flamenco infusion.
  12. Chicago – The brilliant Bob Fosse musical satirizing fame and scandal in the Jazz Age with show-stopping dance numbers. A true Broadway classic.
  13. Cinderella – The magical Rodgers & Hammerstein musical fairy tale choreographed by Mark Brokaw, with opulent sets and costumes. A sumptuous night at the ballet.
  14. Dance Theatre of Harlem – This legendary, barrier-breaking Black ballet company performs an eclectic mixed repertory showcasing their power, artistry, and grace.
  15. Danny and the Deep Blue Sea – An emotionally raw Off-Broadway play about two troubled strangers who connect and reveal their inner demons. Gritty, moving, well-acted.
  16. Days of Wine and Roses – A hard-hitting play about alcoholism tearing a couple apart. Nuanced performances drive this stripped-down revival.
  17. Death Drop – A hilarious mashup of Agatha Christie and RuPaul’s Drag Race! When guests start getting murdered at a manor house, hilarity ensues. Outrageous fun.
  18. Derek Hough – The dazzling dancer and choreographer celebrates the joy of dance in a high-energy song and dance extravaganza. Thrilling choreography and boundless talent.
  19. Doubt – John Patrick Shanley’s provocative drama about allegations of abuse in 1964 Catholic church. Powerhouse acting and themes that resonate today.
  20. Dracula – A Comedy of Terrors – Offbeat, comedic adaptation of the Dracula legend. More laughs than frights but a fun, interactive romp.
  21. Drunk Shakespeare – An interactive, improvised Shakespeare play with a thoroughly intoxicated cast member. Raw, bawdy Elizabethan fun.
  22. El Nino – John Adams’ powerful contemporary opera about religion and colonialism, with stunning visual imagery. Sweeping score performed by the Met Opera.
  23. Fire Shut Up in My Bones – A poignant opera by Terence Blanchard and Kasi Lemmons, becoming the first opera by Black composers at the Met. Gorgeous music affects the story.
  24. Flamenco Festival – Passionate festival celebrating authentic Spanish Flamenco dance and music. Features acclaimed companies and new voices.
  25. Florencia en el Amazonas – Magical realist opera by Daniel Catán, following a diva’s mystical trip down the Amazon river. Enchanting score and visuals.
  26. Friends The Musical Parody – An amusing Off-Broadway spoof of the hit TV sitcom, with witty songs and good-natured humor for diehard fans.
  27. Gutenberg! The Musical – Hilarious faux backer’s audition for an absurd musical about printing press inventor Gutenberg. Clever satire and improv comedy.
  28. Hadestown – Edgy folk-rock musical putting a dark spin on the Orpheus and Eurydice myth. Anaïs Mitchell’s haunting score and visionary staging.
  29. Hamilton – Lin Manuel-Miranda’s acclaimed hip-hop musical about the life of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton. Groundbreaking, kinetic, masterful.
  30. Harmony – A New Musical – Barry Manilow’s heartfelt musical about the real-life Comedian Harmonists, a popular pre-WWII German singing group comprised of Jews and Germans. Lush scores, compelling story.
  31. Harry Potter and The Cursed Child – Potter magic comes alive on stage in an epic continuation of the book series. Illusion and stagecraft create wizarding wonders. A joy for Potterheads.
  32. Hell’s Kitchen – The Musical – Zany Off-Broadway musical comedy inspired by Hell’s Kitchen and its residents. Goofy fun but spotty writing.
  33. Here Lies Love – David Byrne’s rhythmic pop musical about Imelda Marcos set in a pulsating disco environment. Immersive and infectious.
  34. Here We Are – A bittersweet drama about a father-son road trip to Nashville that brings out generational divides and buried feelings. Nuanced performances, and relatable themes.
  35. Home – A Play – Sam Hunter’s unflinching family drama exploring mental illness and its repercussions. Powerfully acted and emotionally intense.
  36. How To Dance In Ohio is a touching observational documentary following autistic youths preparing for a spring formal. Eye-opening and uplifting.
  37. I Need That – Raw character study of two couples colliding in the wake of tragedy. Forceful acting, but a murky plot hampers its effectiveness.
  38. Jaja’s African Hair Braiding – Inside look at a Bronx hair braiding salon that is a community hub for African immigrant women. Charming and insightful.
  39. Jelly’s Last Jam – Electric musical celebrating early 20th century jazz/blues pioneer Jelly Roll Morton. Fantastic score and choreography.
  40. Katsura Sunshine’s Rakugo – Intimate night of traditional Japanese comic storytelling full of humor, pathos, and surprises. Masterful performer.
  41. Keith Michael’s The Nutcracker | Unique, burlesque-inspired spin on the holiday staple, blending dance, circus, music and magic. Cheeky take on the classic.
  42. Kiki And Herb – Justin Bond’s cult cabaret show starring washed-up lounge singers Kiki and Herb. Hilarious, outrageous, and poignant. A satisfying rediscovery.
  43. Kimberly Akimbo is a darkly comedic musical about a teen with a rare aging disease. Smart book and score, funny and moving.
  44. La Boheme – Puccini’s passionate opera about the turbulent lives of bohemian artists in Paris. Gorgeous score and lush production by the Met Opera.
  45. La Forza Del Destino – Verdi’s powerful opera of family, vengeance and sacrifice. Dramatic storytelling and sublime music from the Met Opera.
  46. La Rondine – Puccini’s sweeping romance about a Parisian courtesan who falls in love. Radiant music and a lavish production.
  47. Laffont Grand Finals Concert – Final competition performance for top comedy club contest showcasing hilarious up-and-coming NYC comedians.
  48. Legends and Visionaries – Multimedia dance tribute to groundbreaking Black artists like Josephine Baker, Mahalia Jackson, and James Baldwin. Vivid, joyous, powerful.
  49. Lempicka – New musical based on art deco painter Tamara de Lempicka. The fizzy score and vivid visuals capture the Jazz Age.
  50. Little Shop Of Horrors is an off-beat sci-fi musical about a man-eating plant. Hilarious book and catchy tunes. revoked Off-Broadway production.
  51. Lord of the Dance – Michael Flatley’s popular Irish dance show. Blazing fast tapping, precision ensemble work. A crowd pleaser.
  52. Madame Butterfly – Timeless Puccini opera about a tragic intercultural romance in Nagasaki. Gorgeous score with Oriental motifs.
  53. Madwomen of the West – A feminist exploration of the American Frontier through the perspective of pioneer women. Compelling first-person accounts.
  54. Melissa Etheridge: My Window – Intimate concert experience with the iconic singer-songwriter. Raw, confessional songs and singular voice.
  55. Meow Meow – Daring cabaret diva Meow Meow deconstructs classic songs with burlesque flair. Saucy, a hilarious, one-of-a-kind performer.
  56. Merrily We Roll Along | Upcoming Shows: 201 – Sondheim’s musical about showbiz and friendship moving backward in time. Brilliant score and resonant themes.
  57. Message In A Bottle – Athletic dance piece by Pilobolus Dance Theater fusing shadow puppetry and projections. Creative, inventive, visually stunning.
  58. Mind Mangler: A Night of Tragic Illusion – Campy magic show with gothic flair. More comedy than illusion but amusing late-night fare.
  59. MJ – The Michael Jackson bio-musical. Energetic dancing and singing make for an infectious tribute.
  60. Monty Python’s Spamalot – Lovingly absurd musical of classic Python comedy and Holy Grail. Witty satire and inspired silliness.
  61. Mother Play – Touching one-woman show with stories of parenting triumphs and anxieties. Candid, humorous, relatable.
  62. Moulin Rouge – The Musical – Baz Luhrmann’s hyperactive jukebox musical, set in a glitzy cabaret version of Paris. Campy, frenetic, sensory overload.
  63. My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?) – Heartwarming dramedy of parents coming to terms with their gay son in 1930s NYC. Laughs, tears and progress.
  64. Nabucco – Verdi blockbuster opera of Jewish oppression under Babylonian rule. Rousing drama, big choruses, and great acoustics at the Met Opera.
  65. Nederlands Dans Theater – Cutting-edge works by this audacious contemporary ballet company push the boundaries of form and physicality. Sharp, exhilarating, idiosyncratic.
  66. New Combinations – Quirky avant-garde multimedia piece combining fragmented text, eclectic music, and abstract imagery. Trippy, dense, hard to decipher.
  67. New York City Ballet – Mixed repertory program by the renowned company. Features classic Balanchine and contemporary works. Their artistry and legacy shine.
  68. Ode To The Wasp Woman – Clever, creepy off-Broadway musical that reimagines cult horror films through a feminist lens. Catchy songs, strong voices.
  69. Once Upon a Mattress – The fractured fairy tale musical comedy that helped launch Carol Burnett. Still delivers charming campy fun.
  70. Orfeo Ed Euridice – A vibrant production of Gluck’s 18th-century opera based on the Orpheus myth. Beautiful music and striking design.
  71. Paul Taylor Dance Company – A diverse program showcasing this modern dance pioneer’s wit, emotion, and athleticism. Precise, kinetic, and exhilarating.
  72. Perfect Crime – The longest-running play in NYC history! Agatha Christie-style whodunit that’s been performed over 12,000 times.
  73. Pinkalicious – Sweet Off-Broadway kid’s musical about an art-obsessed little girl who turns pink. Colorful sets and costumes delight young audiences.
  74. Poor Yella Rednecks – Autobiographical Vietnam-era play about a family in rural Georgia. Humor and family bonds surface despite divides. Strong acting and writing.
  75. Prayer for the French Republic – Heartrending verbatim play about the Charlie Hebdo and Bataclan attacks, crafted from real interviews. Powerful commemoration.
  76. Purlie Victorious – A vibrant revival of Ossie Davis’ ebullient musical satire about segregation in the deep South. High-spirited and humorous civil rights history.
  77. Radio City Rockettes – The iconic NYC dance troupe’s annual Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Glitzy holiday showcase of precision choreography and leg kicks. A fun tradition.
  78. Rashan Brown – Rising alt-soul singer fusing R&B, jazz, and pop into catchy original songs and covers. Expressive vocalist backed by a tight band.
  79. Romeo and Juliet – The passionate Shakespeare tragedy staged as an opera by Gounod. Sweeping music and drama at the Met, sumptuously sung and acted.
  80. Shucked – Raw drama about an immigrant oyster shucker. A nuanced study of race and immigration issues brought to the fore.
  81. Singfeld! A Musical About Nothing! – Clever parody of Seinfeld as an old-school musical. Goofy fun for diehard fans but hit-or-miss gags.
  82. So Percussion – Innovative quartet reimagining what percussion instruments can do. Their creative concert incorporates strange objects into rhythmic bliss.
  83. Some Like It Hot – The beloved film comedy ingeniously adapted into a sizzling musical, set in gangster-era Chicago. Charming, witty, lots of heart.
  84. Spain – Provocative drama exploring race, gender, and colonialism through the lens of 1960s anthropological observations. Dense text but strong performances and themes.
  85. Spring Gala – A spirited sampler showcasing City Ballet’s range, from classical to contemporary. Ballet all-stars at their finest.
  86. Sugar Hill – The Ellington/Strayhorn Nutcracker – Rousing dance production resetting the Nutcracker in the 1920s Harlem jazz scene with Duke Ellington’s score. Exuberant holiday fun.
  87. Sweeney Todd – Sondheim’s thrilling musical about a vengeful barber slitting the throats of his clientele. Grand Guignol horror and ingenious score.
  88. Tannhauser – Grand Wagnerian opera reset at a modern artist colony. Gorgeous singing and provocative production from the Met Opera.
  89. The Book Of Mormon – The hilarious and offensive religious satire from the South Park creators. Brilliantly performed.
  90. The Gardens of Anuncia – Immersive, Expressionistic play exploring female identity and desire. The visceral tone poem is driven by a powerful lead performance.
  91. The Gazillion Bubble Show – Family-friendly Off-Broadway spectacle with dazzling bubble illusions, fog machines, and lasers. More style than substance but kids are enthralled.
  92. The Hours – Philip Glass’ transcendent chamber opera illuminating Virginia Woolf’s life and novels. Lyrical and literary with a luminous score.
  93. The Lion King – Julie Taymor’s acclaimed musical masterpiece using magnificent puppetry to bring the animated film to life. Triumph of stagecraft and heart.
  94. The Magic Flute – Enchanting, abridged English version of Mozart’s sublime opera, accessible for families and newcomers to discover its magic.
  95. The Notebook – Sparks’ hit love story adapted into a sweeping musical romance. The weepy story seems designed for Broadway audiences. The gorgeous love theme pulls heartstrings.
  96. The Nutcracker – The lavish holiday classic ballet set to Tchaikovsky’s irresistible score. A yuletide tradition for all ages.
  97. The Office! A Musical Parody – An amusing unauthorized spoof of the workplace comedy TV series. Faithful parody with inside jokes for super fans.
  98. The Refuge Plays – A trilogy of plays giving voice to refugees, focused on their resilience. Deeply humanizing stories told with humor and compassion.
  99. The Rite of Spring/ Common Grounds – Two transcendent works by Emanuel Gat Dance including his athletic re-imagining of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring and a mesmerizing duet. Inventive, exhilarating.
  100. The Shark is Broken – A comical behind-the-scenes play about the tumultuous making of Jaws. Great backstage dish elevated by stellar acting.
  101. Titanic – The Musical – The ill-fated luxury ocean liner disaster is given the sweeping musical treatment, centered on relatable passengers across classes. Hits an emotional chord.
  102. Titanique – An uproarious Off-Broadway spoof of Titanic using pop songs to loosely tell the famous shipwreck story. Campy fun but feels stretched thin. Better in smaller doses.
  103. Turandot – Grand Zeffirelli production of Puccini’s final opera about an icy Chinese princess and her suitors. Features imposing sets and thrilling singing.
  104. Un Ballo In Maschera – A politically charged production of Verdi’s opera about adultery and assassination. First time performed in Italian by the Met Opera in decades.
  105. Water for Elephants – The Musical – Ambitious musical adaptation of a hit novel set in a 1930s traveling circus. A sweeping score and circus performance scenes energize a familiar love story.
  106. Wicked – The Wizard of Oz musical backstory about two contrasting witches. Clever staging, strong score and still enthralling after almost 20 years.
  107. X – The Life and Times of Malcolm X – Powerful new musical chronicling the extraordinary life of Malcolm X. Stirring score and performances bring history alive.

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