Broadway Spotlight - Spring 2025

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YOUR GROUP TRIP TO NYC THIS SPRING ISN’T COMPLETE WITHOUT BROADWAY

YOUR GROUP TRIP TO NYC THIS SPRING ISN’T COMPLETE WITHOUT BROADWAY

Planning a group trip to New York City this spring? With the city in full bloom, there’s no better time to experience all the Big Apple has to offer. From the vibrant energy of Times Square to the reawakening of the iconic Central Park, spring transforms NYC into a dazzling playground of sights and sounds. And no visit to NYC in springtime would be complete without a trip to Broadway—the heart and soul of live entertainment. Whether your group consists of first-time visitors or seasoned NYC adventurers, Broadway promises a season of unforgettable memories that will bring everyone together.

SPRING: THE PERFECT SEASON TO EXPLORE NYC

Springtime in New York City is a sensory feast. The weather is perfect for exploring, with mild temperatures and sunshine encouraging strolls along the High Line, visits to the outdoor markets and photo-worthy moments in front of blooming trees at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Cafés spill onto sidewalks, rooftop bars are open for the season and the city’s energy feels renewed. As your group takes in these seasonal delights, cap off each day with the quintessential NYC experience: a Broadway show. It’s more than just entertainment—it’s an emotional journey, a shared story and the perfect way to connect with your fellow travelers.

BROADWAY’S MAGIC: A MUST FOR EVERY NYC TRIP

Broadway isn’t just a place; it’s an institution. The theaters themselves are steeped in history, and the shows bring to life stories that spark laughter, tears and awe. Experiencing a Broadway production means witnessing world-class talent and storytelling at its finest. For group trips, it’s the perfect way to bond over show-stopping performances and unforgettable music. Whether you’re looking to see a longrunning classic, dance along to electrifying tunes or experience something brand-new, Broadway has something for everyone. Here’s a breakdown of the top shows to add to your spring itinerary:

LONG-RUNNING CLASSICS

If your group wants to experience the Broadway legends that have stood the test of time, these shows are guaranteed crowd-pleasers:

Aladdin: A magical journey with dazzling visuals and unforgettable songs, this Disney classic is a hit with all ages.

The Book of Mormon: Hilarious, irreverent, and wildly entertaining, this Tony Award-winning musical is perfect for those who love edgy humor.

Chicago: A sultry, jazz-infused tale of ambition and betrayal, this iconic show delivers timeless appeal.

The Lion King: With breathtaking costumes and music by Elton John, this beloved Disney tale continues to captivate audiences of all ages.

Wicked: Dive into the untold story of the witches of Oz, featuring soaring music and a powerful narrative about friendship and courage. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: A spellbinding continuation of the wizarding world, this play delivers jaw-dropping effects and an engaging story.

SCHEDULE

Varies

RUNNING TIME

2 hours, 30 minutes

GROUP MINIMUM

10 tickets

RECOMMENDED AGE

6 years & up

LOCATION

New Amsterdam Theatre

7th Avenue & 42nd Street

214 West 42nd Street

ALADDIN

DISCOVER A WHOLE NEW WORLD AT ALADDIN, THE HIT BROADWAY MUSICAL.

Night after night, ALADDIN grants wishes and makes audiences cheer. With unforgettable music, sensational dance numbers and breathtaking special effects that only Disney can deliver, it’s no wonder The Wall Street Journal calls it “Broadway magic!”

ALADDIN on Broadway features all your favorite songs from the film as well as new music written by Tony ® and Academy Award ® winner Alan Menken ( Newsies) with lyrics penned by the legendary Howard Ashman ( Beauty and the Beast), Tony Award winner Tim Rice ( The Lion King, Aida), and book writer Chad Beguelin ( The Prom, The Wedding Singe r).

Directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw ( Mean Girls, The Prom, The Book of Mormon), ALADDIN boasts an incomparable design team, with sets, costumes and lighting from Tony Award winners Bob Crowley ( Mary Poppins ), Gregg Barnes ( Kinky Boots), and Natasha Katz ( Frozen, The Prom).

SEE WHY AUDIENCES AND CRITICS

AGREE, ALADDIN IS “ MUSICAL COMEDY WISH-FULFILLMENT! ” —New York Magazine

Top Photo by Matthew Murphy / Bottom Photos (LtoR) by Deen van Meer, Deen van Meer, Matthew Murphy, Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade

SCHEDULE

During Previews

Monday 8pm

Tuesday 8pm

Wednesday 8pm

Thursday 8pm

Friday 8pm

Saturday 2pm & 8pm

After Opening

Tuesday 7pm

Wednesday 2pm

Thursday 2pm & 7:30pm

Friday 7pm

Saturday 2pm & 8pm

Sunday 3pm

RUNNING TIME

2 hours, 30 minutes

GROUP MINIMUM

10 tickets

RECOMMENDED AGE

8 years & up

LOCATION

Broadhurst Theatre

235 West 44th Street

BOOP! THE MUSICAL

Please welcome to the stage, LIVE for the first time ever…BETTY BOOP! That sassy-sweet champion of empowerment, that spit-curled icon of joy, that songstress of strength comes alive in BOOP! , the new Broadway musical-comedy extravaganza that’s fun for the whole family. Tony Award ® -winning director/choreographer Jerry Mitchell ( Kinky Boots , La Cage aux Folles , Hairspray ) brings Fleischer Studios’ Queen of the Screen to the theater with celebrated multiple-time Grammy ® -winning composer David Foster (“I Have Nothing,” “After the Love Is Gone,” “The Prayer”), Tony-nominated lyricist Susan Birkenhead ( Working , Jelly’s Last Jam), and Tony-winning bookwriter Bob Martin ( The Drowsy Chaperone , The Prom).

For almost a century, Betty Boop has won hearts and inspired fans around the world with her trademark looks, voice, and style. Now, in BOOP! , Betty’s dream of an ordinary day off from the super-celebrity in her black-and-white world leads to an extraordinary adventure of color, music, and love in New York City—one that reminds her and the world, “You are capable of amazing things.” Boop-oop-a-doop!

“JOYOUS, SPECTACULAR, AND A CREATIVE WONDERLAND. TOP-NOTCH!”

—WGN TV/RADIO

“A HUGELY ENJOYABLE FAMILY SHOW.”

—CHICAGO TRIBUNE

Photos by Matthew Murphy & Evan Zimmerman

SCHEDULE

Tuesday 7pm

Wednesday 7pm

Thursday 7pm

Friday 7pm

Saturday 2pm & 7pm

Sunday 2pm & 7pm

RUNNING TIME

2 hours, 30 minutes

GROUP MINIMUM

10 tickets

RECOMMENDED AGE

13 years & up

Children under the age of 4 are not permitted in the theatre.

LOCATION

Eugene O’Neill Theatre

230 West 49th Street

THE BOOK OF MORMON

“THE GOLD STANDARD FOR COMEDY.”

—Rolling Stone

THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of 9 Tony Awards ® including Best Musical, is the brainchild of collaborators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, five-time Emmy ® Award-winning creators of South Park , and Robert Lopez, two-time Academy Award ® winner for Best Original Songs from the musicals Frozen and Coco and Tony Award-winning co-creator of Avenue Q Entertainment Weekly calls

THE BOOK OF MORMON “the funniest show ever.” The New York Times simply calls it “the best musical of this century.”

“I’VE NEVER HEARD SUCH ROOF-SHAKING LAUGHTER.”

—Vanity Fair

“IT’S OUTRAGEOUS, SHOCKING, PEE-IN-YOUR-PANTS HILARIOUS.”

—HuffPost

Photos by Paul Coltas & Julieta Cervantes

SCHEDULE

Tuesday 7pm

Wednesday 2pm & 7pm

Thursday 7pm

Friday 7:30pm

Saturday 2pm & 7:30pm

Sunday 3pm

RUNNING TIME

2 hours, 10 minutes

GROUP MINIMUM

10 tickets

RECOMMENDED AGE

8 years & up

LOCATION

Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre

236 West 45th Street

BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB ™

“THE FULL-OF-RICHES NEW MUSICAL BRINGS THE CLASSIC RECORD TO LIFE.”

—Jesse Green , The New York Times

Step into the heart of Cuba, beyond the glitz of the Tropicana, to a place where blazing trumpets and sizzling guitars set the dance floor on fire. Here, the real sound of Havana is born—and one woman discovers the music that will change her life forever.

Inspired by true events, the new Broadway musical BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB™ brings the GRAMMY® Award-winning album to thrilling life—and tells the story of the legends who lived it. A world-class Afro-Cuban band joins a sensational cast of musicians, actors, and dancers from around the globe for an authentic experience unlike any you’ve seen or heard before. Don’t miss this unforgettable tale of big dreams, second chances, and the unbreakable bonds of making music together.

“GIVE YOURSELF OVER TO BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB . ”

—Time Out New York

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Photos
Bradley Credit

SCHEDULE

Monday 7pm

Tuesday 7pm

Thursday 7pm

Friday 8pm

Saturday 2:30pm & 8pm

Sunday 2pm & 7pm

RUNNING TIME

2 hours, 30 minutes

GROUP MINIMUM

10 tickets

RECOMMENDED AGE

13 years & up

LOCATION

Ambassador Theatre

219 West 49th Street

CHICAGO

After 28 years, CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. No wonder CHICAGO has been honored with 6 Tony Awards ®, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy ®, and thousands of standing ovations. Now the longest-running show on Broadway, you’ve got to see why the name on everyone’s lips is still... CHICAGO.

CHICAGO GLITTERS HYPNOTICALLY!”

– The New York Times

“ CHICAGO REMAINS A SIZZLER — ONE EXTREMELY SEX-SEE EXPERIENCE!”

– The Star-Ledger

“THE SHOW IS AS CRAZY-FUN AS EVER!”

– WCBS-TV / People Magazine

Photos by Julia Cervantes & Jeremy Daniels

SCHEDULE

2

LOCATION

Richard Rodgers Theatre 226 West 46th Street

HAMILTON

A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation.

HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education.

HAMILTON features book, music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony ® Awards, it has won Grammy ® and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.

“THIS THEATRICAL LANDMARK HAS TRANSFORMED THEATER AND THE WAY WE THINK ABOUT HISTORY.”

—The New York Times

Photos by Joan Marcus

SCHEDULE

Tuesday 2pm

Wednesday 1pm & 7pm

Thursday 7pm

Friday 7pm

Saturday 2pm & 8pm

Sunday - Times Vary

RUNNING TIME

2 hours, 55 minutes

GROUP MINIMUM

10 tickets

RECOMMENDED AGE

8 years & up

LOCATION

Lyric Theatre 214 West 43rd Street

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD

Take the next adventure at Broadway’s Tony Award-winning phenomenon! Join Harry and his son on a mind-blowing race through time brought to life before your eyes and beyond your imagination. Prepare for spectacular spells, epic battles, and the most astonishing theatrical magic ever seen on stage. “You’ll be wondering ‘how’d they do that?’ for days to come” ( People Magazine ).

Experience the wizarding world like never before from the moment you arrive. The entire theatre has been transformed with hidden surprises to discover around every corner. “It’s a marvel of imagination, as magical as any spell or potion” ( The New York Times ).

“A SPELLBINDING THEATRICAL BLOCKBUSTER!” —Variety
“ABSOLUTE ASTONISHMENT! RAVISHINGLY ENTERTAINING.” —The

New York Times

“ONE OF THE MOST DEFINING POP CULTURE EVENTS OF THE DECADE.” —Forbes

Photos by Matthew Murphy

SCHEDULE

Varies

RUNNING TIME

2 hours, 30 minutes

GROUP MINIMUM

10 tickets

RECOMMENDED AGE

6 years & up

LOCATION

Minskoff Theatre

Broadway & 45th

200 West 45th Street

THE LION KING

Experience the stunning artistry, the unforgettable music and the exhilarating choreography of this musical theater phenomenon that moves us all. A remarkable tale of hope and adventure, THE LION KING has found its way into the hearts of millions. As The New York Times says, “There is simply nothing else like it.”

Winner of six Tony Awards® including Best Musical, Disney’s THE LION KING showcases the talents of one of the most acclaimed creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award-winning director Julie Taymor reimagines the popular story using some of the theater’s most extraordinary stagecraft. THE LION KING also features the exceptional work of Tony Award-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and a glorious score crafted by the Tony Award-winning songwriting team of Elton John and Tim Rice.

Take your place in the circle of life at THE LION KING , The Award-Winning Best Musical, playing on Broadway eight times a week at the Minskoff Theatre.

“THE MOST EXCITING, MOST INVENTIVE, MOST MOVING THEATER THAT HAS EVER COME TO BROADWAY.”

—Good Morning America

Top Photo by Matthew Murphy
Bottom Photos (LtoR) by Joan Marcus, Deen van Meer, Matthew Murphy

SCHEDULE

Tuesday 7pm

Wednesday 1pm & 7pm

Thursday 7pm

Friday 8pm

Saturday 2pm & 8pm

Sunday 3pm

RUNNING TIME

2 hours, 30 minutes

GROUP MINIMUM

10 tickets

RECOMMENDED AGE

8 years & up

LOCATION

Neil Simon Theatre

250 West 52nd Street

MJ

Winner of 4 Tony Awards including Best Choreography from director Christopher Wheeldon , and featuring a book by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage , MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status. Get tickets now to the show the Chicago Tribune calls “a brilliantly choreographed, gorgeously executed celebration.”

“A RIVETING ADRENALINE RUSH OF A SHOW!”

—Peter Marks, The Washington Post

“MJ DELIVERS THE THRILLS.”

—Jesse Green, The New York Times

“THE BEST DANCING ON BROADWAY.”

—Charles Isherwood, Broadway News

Photos by Matthew Murphy

SCHEDULE Varies

RUNNING TIME

2 hours, 35 minutes

GROUP MINIMUM

10 tickets

RECOMMENDED AGE

12 years & up

LOCATION

Al Hirschfeld Theatre 302 West 45th Street

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL

Pop the champagne, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is the winner of 10 Tony Awards ® —including Best Musical!

Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eyepopping 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.

“EUPHORIC! GASP-INSPIRING! IN MOULIN ROUGE , LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL.”

—The New York Times

“EYE-POPPING SPECTACLE AND OFF-THE-CHARTS ENERGY.”

—The Hollywood Reporter

Photos by Matthew Murphy & Evan Zimmerman

SCHEDULE

Varies

For more information, visit OperationBroadway.com

RUNNING TIME

2 hours, 35 minutes

GROUP MINIMUM

10 tickets

RECOMMENDED AGE

5 years & up

LOCATION

Golden Theatre

252 West 45th Street (between 7th & 8th Avenues)

OPERATION MINCEMEAT

OPERATION MINCEMEAT is the 2024 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical. It’s London’s biggest hit with 74 Five-Star reviews, making it the best-reviewed show in West End history! It has been hailed by Peter Marks in The Washington Post as “the year’s funniest musical.”

The year is 1943 and we’re losing the war. Luckily, we’re about to gamble all our futures on a stolen corpse.

Singin’ in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train , OPERATION MINCEMEAT is the fastpaced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the twisted secret mission that won us World War II.

Lauded by the UK’s Daily Mirror as “part Mel Brooks, part SIX , part Hamilton with a side order of One Man, Two Guvnors .”

“THE BRITS HAVE MADE THE YEAR’S FUNNIEST MUSICAL.”

—Peter Marks, The Washington Post

“A LITTLE SHOW WITH A VERY BIG FUTURE.”

—David Benedict, Variety

“PART MEL BROOKS, PART SIX , PART HAMILTON WITH A SIDE ORDER OF ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS .”

—Neil Norman, Daily Mirror

Photo by Matt Crockett

SCHEDULE

Varies

For more information, visit SIXonBroadway.com

RUNNING TIME

1 hour, 20 minutes

GROUP MINIMUM 10 tickets RECOMMENDED AGE 10 years & up

LOCATION

Lena Horne Theatre 256 West 47th Street

SIX

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived.

From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to reclaim their identities out of the shadow of their infamous spouse — remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over!

The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic’s Pick) and Variety calls SIX “A Solid 10!”

SIX is the winner of 23 awards, including the 2022 Tony Award ® for Best Original Score (Music and Lyrics) and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical.

The SIX : LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and has been streamed over 100 million times worldwide.

“A RIOTOUS EXPLOSION OF WIT THAT SPEAKS STRONGLY AND VIBRANTLY TO TODAY.” —Vogue

“BROADWAY’S HIGH-ENERGY HISTORY REMIX REIGNS SUPREME!” —Entertainment Weekly

by Joan Marcus

Photos

SCHEDULE

Varies

For more information, visit WickedtheMusical.com

RUNNING TIME

2 hours, 45 minutes

GROUP MINIMUM

15 tickets RECOMMENDED AGE

8 years & up

Children under the age of 5 are not permitted in the theatre.

LOCATION

Gershwin Theatre 222 West 51st Street (between Broadway & 8th)

WICKED

WICKED , the Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “wicked.”

DEFYING GRAVITY ON BROADWAY 8 TIMES A WEEK!

“A MAGICAL BROADWAY MUSICAL WITH BRAINS, HEART AND COURAGE.”

—Time Magazine

“A GLOBAL PHENOMENON!” —NBC TV

“REMEMBER THE LAST TIME AN ORIGINAL BROADWAY MUSICAL MADE YOU LAUGH, CRY AND THINK? WICKED IS THE MOST COMPLETE, AND COMPLETELY SATISFYING, NEW MUSICAL IN A LONG TIME.” —USA Today

Photos by Joan Marcus

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MUSICALS TO GET YOUR GROOVE ON

Want to energize your group? These musicals are packed with infectious tunes and exhilarating performances:

Hamilton: Lin-Manuel Miranda’s groundbreaking musical blends hip-hop, history and storytelling for a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience.

MJ: Celebrate the life and music of Michael Jackson with this electrifying show that will have your group moonwalking out of the theater.

Moulin Rouge! The Musical: A spectacle of romance, glitz and pop hits, this vibrant production will sweep your group into a world of passion and glamour.

SIX: The six wives of Henry VIII take center stage in this modern, empowering and irresistibly catchy musical that feels like a pop concert.

NEW THIS SPRING

If your group wants to be among the first to see something fresh and exciting, these brand-new productions debuting this spring are must-sees:

BOOP: Inspired by the iconic Betty Boop, this whimsical show promises charm, humor and plenty of heart.

Buena Vista Social Club: Dive into the vibrant sounds of Cuban music with this stage adaptation of the legendary album and cultural phenomenon.

Operation Mincemeat: Based on an astonishing true story from World War II, this new musical combines intrigue, wit and unforgettable melodies.

TIPS FOR PLANNING YOUR BROADWAY ADVENTURE

Book Early: Popular shows sell out quickly, especially for group tickets. Secure your seats in advance for the best selection and pricing.

Choose Variety: If your group has diverse tastes, mix it up with a combination of classic shows, upbeat musicals and new productions.

Make It a Full Experience: Pair your Broadway outing with dinner at a nearby restaurant or a post-show dessert stop for a night to remember.

Consider Matinees: Afternoon performances can be a great option, leaving your evenings free to explore the city’s nightlife.

YOUR SPRING BROADWAY ADVENTURE AWAITS

A trip to New York City in the spring is already an incredible experience, but adding a Broadway show makes it truly unforgettable. Whether your group craves the nostalgia of classic productions, the pulse-pounding excitement of modern musicals or the thrill of something entirely new, Broadway offers something for everyone. Start planning your group’s Broadway adventure today and create memories that will last a lifetime!

The orchestra is tuning, and the curtain’s about to go up. Broadway’s ready for you! Which shows are you dying to see? When was the last time you experienced the energy of NYC and the bright lights of Broadway? Don’t wait any longer; there’s never been a better time to visit the city.

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