How to use this page
Broadway's lineup shifts constantly — shows open, close, and go on hiatus throughout the year. Rather than naming specific titles that will go stale within weeks, this page will track as a standing reminder of how to check what's actually running right now, updated with real specifics as our news coverage grows.
Where to check what's currently open
The official Broadway League listings and individual theater box office sites are the most reliable source for exactly what's running on any given date — more reliable than a general guide that can't update in real time.
Booking strategy stays the same regardless of what's playing
Whatever's open when you visit, the booking approach in our Broadway ticketing guide holds: check the TKTS booth for same-day discounts, enter digital lotteries even for shows that look sold out, and compare mezzanine seats against orchestra before assuming you need the most expensive tier.
What's typically running
Broadway's lineup at any given time is a mix of long-running musicals (some that have been running for years or decades — The Lion King, Chicago, Phantom, and similar), new musical productions that opened in the past year or two, and a rotating set of limited-run plays and star-driven revivals that typically run for a Broadway season (roughly October through May, though productions open and close year-round). The summer brings a different lineup than the winter — some shows go on hiatus in slow periods, and touring productions often come through before or after their Broadway runs.
The TKTS booth as a strategy
The TKTS booth in Duffy Square (the northern tip of Times Square, 47th and Broadway) sells same-day tickets at 20–50% off for most shows — the shows available change each day based on what has unsold inventory. Getting there shortly after it opens (3pm for evening shows, 10am for matinees) gives you the widest selection. The Broadway show is displayed on the board above the booth; the line moves faster than it looks. This is the best strategy if you're flexible about exactly what you see; if you have your heart set on one specific show, buy in advance.
Digital lotteries and rush tickets
Almost every Broadway show now offers a digital lottery (via the TodayTix app or the show's own site) for heavily discounted seats — typically $30–$50 for the day-of performance. Entry opens 2–4 days before the show for most lotteries. Odds vary wildly by show popularity, but for a two-week New York visit, entering five or six lotteries a day gives reasonable chances of winning at least one during your trip.