Broadway Tickets: How to Find Shows and Good Seats

Broadway vs touring productions

Broadway refers to productions in New York. National tours bring Broadway productions to theatres across North America. The Broadway hub shows both, so check each listing's city and venue to find the performance you want.

A show may have different dates and venues in each city. Confirm the performance location and time on the event listing before making plans.

Which performances cost less

Weekday evenings and midweek matinees usually offer more choice than Friday and Saturday nights or holiday weeks. Compare several dates if your plans are flexible.

Long-running shows may have more dates to choose from, while new hits can draw more demand. Availability varies by performance, so check current listings.

Where to sit: orchestra, mezzanine, balcony

Orchestra seats put you closer to the stage. Front mezzanine seats offer a raised, full-stage view and can be a good choice for seeing choreography and staging together.

Side seats may have an angled view, and some listings identify partial-view seats. Balcony seats are farther from the stage. Review the theatre's seat map and any view notes before choosing.

Matinees, running times and kids

Matinees can make it easier to plan a daytime visit, but performance schedules vary by show and date. Check the listing for the start time and running-time information.

Age policies vary by show and theatre. Confirm the policy with the venue before buying tickets for children.

Buying safely

Buy through the partner checkout linked from the listing: Ticketmaster or HelloTickets. The partner shown depends on the offer.

Before paying, confirm the show, performance date, seat section and row, and review the final price and delivery details in checkout.

Frequently asked questions