Shows on Broadway: Recommended tours & tickets

Join a local guide for a look behind the curtain of New York’s theatre scene on Broadway. The tour begins in the bustling heart of New York City, Times Square - the epicenter of the theatre world. Your knowledgeable guide will take you on a tour of iconic theaters where some of your favorite shows have been performed over the years. As you stroll through the Great White Way, taking in the marquees, dazzling lights and Broadway stories, you'll get a sense of the rich history of these historic venues. You'll also venture into the neighborhood of Hell's Kitchen, where off-Broadway theatres showcase the next generation of Broadway classics. Along the way, you'll get a glimpse behind the scenes with a tour of an active rehearsal studio.

Experience First's top-rated Broadway and Times Square tour offers more than the average Broadway experience. Delve into the rich history and vibrant culture of New York City's renowned theater district. Hear captivating backstage anecdotes about past and present stars. This tour provides an unparalleled behind-the-scenes view, enhancing your Broadway show experience. Explore iconic spots like Sardi's and 42nd Street with our knowledgeable local guides.

Experience the “Great White Way” and follow in the footsteps of Broadway's brightest stars on this 2.5-hour New York City tour. Join an industry professional and a small group of fellow theater fans on a guided walk of Manhattan’s Broadway District and Times Square. See the most famous theaters, hear backstage stories and secrets, and learn how Times Square became the lively place it is today.

Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Welcome to Moulin Rouge! The Musical! Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza. Directed by Tony Award winner Alex Timbers, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is a theatrical celebration of Truth, Beauty, Freedom, and — above all — Love. With a book by Tony Award winner John Logan; music supervision, orchestrations, and arrangements by Tony Award winner Justin Levine; and choreography by Tony Award winner Sonya Tayeh, Moulin Rouge! is more than a musical — it is a state of mind.

MJ is the electrifying new Broadway musical that takes audiences inside the creative process of one of the greatest entertainers in history. Featuring over 25 of Michael Jackson’s biggest hits, MJ allows us to rediscover the man in the mirror – with an explosion of music, choreography and theatricality as unforgettable as the artist himself.

Wicked is the untold story of the witches of Oz. From real flying monkeys to a trip to the Emerald City and a soaring, modern score by Stephen Schwartz, Wicked is a true spectacle for the eyes and ears!

Book your tickets for the Tony-winning extravaganza 'The Lion King' on Broadway. A favorite with children and adults alike, 'The Lion King' is a visual and audio feast of colorful costumes and award-winning music by Elton John and Tim Rice. Don't miss your chance to see this popular Broadway show during your visit to New York City.

Hamilton is the story of the unlikely Founding Father determined to make his mark on the new nation as hungry and ambitious as he is. From orphan to Washington's right-hand man, rebel to war hero, a loving husband caught in the country's first sex scandal, to the Treasury head who made an untrusting world believe in the American economy. George Washington, Eliza Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson and Hamilton's lifelong friend/foil Aaron Burr all make their mark in this astonishing new musical exploration of a political mastermind. Experience a fresh look at the era of the Founding Fathers.

Book your tickets to the new, Tony Award winning Broadway rendition of Disney’s classic animated film ‘Aladdin’! See the beloved cast of characters come to life in a musical at New York City’s New Amsterdam Theater. A splashy set turns the stage into Agrabah, a city inhabited by royalty, pickpockets and one wily Genie. Audiences of all ages can delight in the original award-winning score that includes “A Whole New World.” Additionally, enjoy songs by Howard Ashman that were not used in the 1992 film and all new numbers created just for the stage. Don’t miss your chance to see Broadway’s newest spectacle, magic flying carpet and all!

See Broadway's red-hot musical smash 'Chicago', the recipient of six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy and thousands of standing ovations. Add a bit of Chicago to your New York visit!