Ragtime was fabulous! Caught it the day before closing and was told I bought the last seat. John…read moreClay III took over the lead as Coalhouse and did not disappoint. Loved the plot, all the characters and of course Lincoln Center.

One of the best musicals I've seen. Incredible score and cast. It is a very minimal set, but…read moreeveryone is a star, the Orchestra performs easily. The only downside is, I will say none of the songs are truly memorable, and they all seem to play to a similar key.

Til this day, the Water for Elephants has remained to be my most favorite musical ever from the…read moretime I had started watching broadway shows a few years back. And, it was so wonderful and loved it so much that I was able to catch two shows in total. Sadly, it was permanently closed on Dec 8th, 2024 due to a struggling low ticket sale rate. Nonetheless, I was most impressed from the high-flying acts that were presented on an actual broadway stage. The graceful acrobatic movements were phenomenal from the entire cast. There was no illusion or stage magic like other broadway shows. It wasn't just dancing and singing either, but real acrobatics and pole routines. Didn't think it was quite possible to showcase what you would've been able to see at a circus but on stage inside a theater. You know, since a circus venue is usually bigger compared to most stage space. Definitely more exciting and more unique than the actual circus imo. The Water for Elephants combined real circus stunts + life-size puppetry + an emotional storyline. The original soundtrack music got my heart beating and pounding along with the dangerous but thrilling to watch high-stunt acts. If only Water for Elephants could have continued on like other long-running broadways....I would've rewatched it at least once every other month. After all, I couldn't get enough of acrobatics outside of the circus!!!

What a fantastic show! I read Water For Elephants by Sara Gruen 12 years ago. I really enjoyed the…read morebook, but it had been so long that I forgot the details of the plot. My aunt and I weren't initially planning to see Water for Elephants. Once we discovered that the show was closing in December, we decided to get tickets. I'm always on the hunt for discounted tickets, and thanks to my friend Helene, we were able to purchase rush tickets at the box office for $49 each. The seats were in the front mezzanine. The view was slightly obstructed, however midway through the show, the usher allowed us to move closer to the center aisle so we had a better view of the stage. In addition to rush tickets, you can try your luck with the daily ticket lottery through Telecharge. There's a limit of two tickets for the lottery and they are $45 each. The singing and harmonies were wonderful and I found myself drawn into the story line immediately. The acrobatics were awesome too! At times, I felt like I was watching a cross between The Lion King and Cirque du Soleil. The actors who portrayed some of the animals did an awesome job. Unfortunately, the show is closing on December 8, 2024 (due to poor ticket sales). Go see it while you still have the opportunity!

The opening number, Hello!, which introduces us to our new friends the Mormons, singing rounds as…read morethey pop up around the stage to ring the doorbells, accompanied by their impossible teeth and clean black suits, is one of the best intro numbers to a musical. With 9 Tony Awards, this taboo-busting, gasp-inducing comedy is the 10th-longest-running Broadway show of all time. It had been a hit with audiences and critics ever since they opened 15 years ago. The Book of Mormon follows two misguided missionaries sent to Uganda, where they get a bit creative with their message in order to convert the skeptical locals. For some of us, this is a repeat performance since 2019, when my partner, his family, and I scored some tickets for yesterday's matinee in row B in the center mezzanine level with an amazing view. Located on West 49th Street in Manhattan's Theatre District, the Eugene O'Neill Theatre boasts a seating capacity of approximately 1,108 seats, divided between the orchestra and mezzanine levels. Even though the line to get in stretched around the block, it was a quick process. By having staff stationed along the street, it was nice to have the bag security checks done before getting to the door. Don't let the fairly plain exterior of the theater fool you; the interior is one of the more lavishly decorated theaters. As it's one of the smaller Broadway venues, seats are known to be on the smaller side; taller patrons may want to select aisle or front-row seats. The actors' performances were outstanding, showcasing their talent and dedication to their roles. Their delivery of the comedic elements was impeccable, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the overall experience. It was phenomenal, start to finish.

Extremely disappointed with the security staff outside the Eugene O'Neill Theatre. On July 26…read morearound 3:30 PM, I was walking my leashed dog past the venue. My dog is currently on prescribed anxiety medication (Fluoxetine) and is extremely sensitive and reactive to loud noises/triggers. My dog briefly sniffed the queue line tape. I immediately called him to "come," and he obeyed, turning to walk away peacefully. Out of nowhere, one of the four security guards on duty aggressively stomped his foot right at my dog to intentionally terrify him, causing my dog to panic and bolt toward Midtown traffic. To make matters worse, the guards literally LAUGHED at my dog's frightened reaction. Intentionally triggering and intimidating a reactive, leashed pet for entertainment--especially when the dog was already peacefully leaving--is malicious and unacceptable. Theater management must address this guard's conduct immediately.

The Lost Boys completely exceeded my expectations and has easily become one of my favorite Broadway…read moremusicals. The cast delivered phenomenal performances from start to finish. Every actor brought so much energy, emotion, and charisma to their role, making it impossible to look away. The vocals were outstanding, and the chemistry among the cast made the story even more engaging. The stage design was incredibly creative, seamlessly transforming scenes while immersing the audience in the world of the show. The lighting, projections and special effects were impressive and the sound effects created many jumping moments for me. Overall, it's a coming of age horror comedy and the production is an absolutely thrilling. It's visually stunning and packed with unforgettable moments. I left the theater completely wowed and would happily see it again.

This has now become my 2nd most favorite musical of all times in my chart of favorite broadway…read moreshows to watch. Congratulations to The Lost Boys on winning the 79th Tony Awards (2026) for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical + Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical. The musical performances of each actor and actress is absolutely phenomenal and mesmerizing to say the least. Such great, talented people! During the livehigh-energy performances of "Have to Have You" and "Lose Yourself" from the entire cast, it reminds me so much like an actual rock concert with the live band in between the musical. The two floors plus the furniture inside depicting the family house on stage are very detailed with antique finds in the different multi-story sets. Since small but charming and aesthetic details can really help to convince and persuade the audience that the storyline has indeed occurred during the late eighties era. I'm most amazed by the staging + production design + lighting + stage magic from The Lost Boys more than the storyline itself. Didn't get reeled in from the great chemistry and great acting between the characters even though those factors are just as important. The motorcycle chasing and high-flying scenes are what made me as a part of the audience really fascinated by the whole production. I find those parts to be the main highlights and attractions of The Lost Boys. I am most impressed by the vocals of actress Shoshana Bean who is playing Lucy (the boys' mom). She's singing her heart out and hitting all the high notes with such emotions and passion throughout the entire show. The lines of actor Benjamin Pajak playing Sam (the younger brother) is hilarious to the max. The audience can see that especially in the scenes where he argues and interacts with his older brother Michael (played by LJ Benet). The friendship between the Frog Brothers (Jennifer Duka + Miguel Gil) and Sam seems to be strong even though they haven't known each other for long. The comical acts and good chemistry from the three actors make it super fun to watch. Don't forget to do stage dooring after the show ends though! You can get your playbill signed by some of the cast when you wait for the actors to come out from the side door. Be sure to have your playbill/merch/posters and sharpies ready! Everyone from the cast is super friendly and lively. Overall, The Lost Boys is a great musical for everyone (mainly teens and adults) to see whether or not you have a liking of vampires or the late eighties era. It's a coming-of-age story full of love, laughter, family, perseverance, the switch from childhood to adulthood, identity and sense of belonging. Additionally, there may be some darker themes like child abuse, heartbreak, danger, trauma, domestic violence, murder, and family tension.

I've been quite a theater geek ever since my parents took me to my first Broadway show - Les…read moreMiserables, which was probably not the most ideal first exposure for young children experiencing Broadway. But you definitely appreciate more of that as you get older. Certainly, the content and styles of Broadway musicals have changed over the years .While I generally prefer the classic musical styles produced by Andrew Lloyd Weber or Claude-Michel Shonberg, I'm definitely excited to see all the newcomers to Broadway such as our newest addition, Amelie! Granted, I must say the primary reason why this musical received so much buzz is because of the lead cast, Philippa Soo, and for those who don't know, she originated the role of Eliza Hamilton in the hit musical, Hamilton. I watched Hamilton and yes, she was good but she didn't shine there as much as she did in Amelie. I think her voice as Amelie was much more powerful than she was as Eliza. Other than her star power, she also represents a deeply underrepresented group of people in Broadway theater and that is Asian-Americans. Ever since Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Princess Jasmine, etc), there hasn't been much lead roles for Asians in theater that reached serious stardom and I'm glad Soo is getting the recognition she deserves. But moving on to Amelie the Musical, I really do recommend that people watch the movie first before watching the musical. Amelie is a French film (read: subtitles are a must unless you understand Francais) and it's a really quirky film on so many levels. I think it took me 2 or 3 times re-watching the film to really truly appreciate its quirkiness. When I heard that they were going to turn it into a musical, I was curious to see how they were going to translate some of the strange film moments into a theatrical performance. They definitely nailed certain elements of it but I also felt they could have toned down on some of the awkward moments that didn't really translate well from film to stage. People will have mix feelings about this musical because it's either you love or hate the movie....or just don't get the quirkiness. But it is now showing at the Walt Kerr Theater, which is a super tiny theater, and there is no intermission. Yes, no 15 minute intermission so for those who need bathroom breaks, you must go before the show starts. The musical numbers were very bright and uplifting, but it wasn't like a "One Day More" (Les Mis) or "Satisfied" (Hamilton) kind of moment. Honestly, the lyrics weren't really catchy enough for me to sing-along. But they were pleasant to listen to. Overall, the entire cast was great except I don't think Adam Chanler-Berat, who plays the other lead role as Nino, was very good. I felt he didn't put in as much chemistry as Soo did and quite frankly, I find his voice to be a little annoying. I saw him in the play, Peter and the Starcatcher, in which he originated the role as Peter and his voice just wasn't musical to my ears. The supporting cast members were phenomenal and to their credit, they really made the show more entertaining than I expected. Sometimes it's the supporting cast members that really keep the show going and I think they deserve the same recognition and fame as the lead stars. Unfortunately, that's the reality of show business.

I loved this show from beginning to end. Very funny. I get Amelie. Someone who daydreams all the…read moretime. Nice story. Nice characters. It is a modern version of the story that everyone knows, light-hearted story. Cannot compare to novel or movie. It is a musical theater show so don't expect it to be like the book/movie. Most of the actors came out and signed our playbills and took photos. Finally, the star of a broadway show is a Woman.

I had no idea that Queensborough had a theatre, this is my first time going and let me tell you we…read morehad a TIME!!! My friend Andie invited me to watch the Selena Experience and it was really good. The seats in the theatre are nice & comfy, I feel that anywhere you sit in the theater you will be able to see any show. Hopefully, they have more interesting shows, they are going to have ABBA next year. I'll keep a lookout for that one.

Who knew that Queensborough Community College had a Performing Arts Center?!?! The theater is…read morevery modern and beautiful! Every seat is a good seat! **Free parking located adjacent to the theater! Queensborough Performing Arts Center (QPAC) offers many different types of shows, ranging from dramas, operas, dance and concerts...and much more! Check out their schedule for details! On this evening, we had the pleasure of seeing Hotel California; a Toronto, Canada based coverband for the Eagles! What a treat! It was 2 hrs (with 15 min intermission) of pure nostalgia! What talented musicians! I look forward to future productions at QPAC, and already have tkts to see Madame Butterfly in April! Can't wait!

Joseph Papp saved the former the Astor Library on Lafayette from being demolished and turned it…read moreinto one of NYC's best non profit theaters (5 theaters, restaurant and adjacent Joe's Pub). Off Broadway is an excellent opportunity to see shows and actors in more intimate settings. Hair, A Chorus Line, Hamilton and many other shows had productions at The Public before transferring to Broadway. Not a full list of some of the shows I've seen on one of their stages: Hamilton, Suffs, Fun Home, Hell's Kitchen, Fat Ham, Here Lies Love, Girl from North Country, Seat of your Pants, Teenage Dick, Soft Power, Oh Happy Day, The Visitor, Girl Interrupted and more.

I visited the Public Theater for the first time a couple of weeks ago for a play. I didn't love the…read moreplay, but I did love the theater itself. No bad seats, a nice bar area, friendly staff. It's modern and cool and in a great location. A great off-Broadway option for more intimate productions, and they definitely put on interesting shows. I'd say I'd be happy to come back for another show, but I already have tickets to another. And I'm looking forward to it.

2/7/26 Visit (Update) The next best thing to being at the Mardi Gras is to celebrate "Mardi Gras…read morewith Thaddeus Expose" at the Bickford Theatre. Lots of New Orleans style music performed by wonderful musicians. A lot of interaction with audience members to sing and dance in the aisles to the New Orleans style music. I certainly did. : ) The musicians finished up the evening walking up and down the aisles performing "When the Saints Go Marching In" . The Bickford Theatre is located inside the Morris Museum. A large parking lot is available.

Solid 4 stars. SimplyBlue and I saw Southside Johnny accompanied with his Asbury Jukes keyboardist…read moreJeff Kazee perform an acoustic set and it was magnificent. Great acoustics, intimate setting (312 seats), just wonderful. I had taken my kids here years ago to see The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe, and forgot what a great space this is.