Broadway Musicals in New York
New York is recognized worldwide for its musical comedies. Here are the best shows on Broadway. Enjoy the show!
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The best Broadway musicals in 2026
The Lion King on Broadway
The Lion King is the most famous musical in New York. A grandiose spectacle set to music by Elton John.
MJ The Michael Jackson Musical
Relive Michael Jackson's incredible career through his 25 greatest hits. An event show in New York.
Aladdin on Broadway
Dive into the tale of One Thousand and One Nights with this magical musical. An impressive Disney production!
Chicago on Broadway
This musical takes you back to Prohibition-era Chicago, in the 1920s. These are the beginnings of jazz!
Wicked
Wicked is one of the oldest musicals on Broadway. This magical show will enchant you.
Moulin Rouge The Musical
Moulin Rouge tells an impossible love story in Belle Époque Paris. When New York envies France!
The Great Gatsby
Relive the Great Gatsby saga on stage!
Harry Potter on Broadway
Harry Potter adapted as a stage play. The special effects are magical.
The shows making headlines in 2026
Buena Vista Social Club
Discover the history of the famous Cuban musical group.
Gazillion Bubble Show
A unique soap bubble show in the world! A show for the whole family.
Titanic
When Celine Dion boards the Titanic… A show returning in March 2026.
Hamilton
This musical tells the life of Alexander Hamilton, one of the fathers of American independence.
Other musicals on Broadway
The Book of Mormon
Follow Mormon evangelists on a mission in Africa. A comedy written by the creators of South Park.
SIX The Musical
The wives of King Henry VIII perform in a pop concert
& Juliet
What if the story of Romeo and Juliet had a different ending?
Hadestown
The myth of Orpheus and Eurydice in the modern era.
The Outsiders
A love story in 1960s America.
Little Shop of Horrors
When a plant causes panic at a florist's shop.
Operation Mincemeat
A crazy spy story during the war.
Stranger Things
A stage play inspired by the famous series broadcast on Netflix. Tremble!
New Broadway musicals in 2026 and 2027
Masquerade
The Phantom of the Opera in immersive version!
The Lost Boys
Discover the mysteries of Santa Carla, a small unremarkable town.
Maybe Happy Ending
Voted best musical of the year in 2025!
Heathers
Dive into the ruthless world of an American high school.
Paddington
The famous British bear arrives in New York in 2027!
Other shows in New York
Metropolitan Opera of New York
Discover the programming of the New York opera for the 2025/2026 season.
The Play That Goes Wrong
This stage play is enjoying incredible success. Pure comedy!
The Amaze magic show
The incredible show by British magician Jamie Allan.
Magic show for children
Head to the Broadway Comedy Club for a magic show.
Comedy Clubs in New York
Discover the world of stand-up in New York! A New York tradition.
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
The famous Christmas show of the Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall.
Twas The Night Before
Cirque du Soleil's Christmas tale. A magical show!
The Nutcracker in New York
Tchaikovsky's fairy ballet on the stage of New York City Ballet.
List of musicals in New York
| Musicals | Style | Recommended age |
| The Lion King | Family | From 6 years old |
| MJ Michael Jackson | Rock | From 8 years old |
| Aladdin | Family | From 6 years old |
| Chicago | Jazz | From 13 years old |
| Wicked | Fantasy | From 8 years old |
| Moulin Rouge | Romance | From 12 years old |
| The Great Gatsby | Drama | From 10 years old |
| Buena Vista Social Club | Salsa | From 8 years old |
| The Book of Mormon | Comedy | From 16 years old |
| Hamilton | Historical | From 10 years old |
| The Great Gatsby | Drama | From 10 years old |
| SIX The Musical | Rock | From 10 years old |
| & Juliet | Romance | From 8 years old |
| Operation Mincemeat | Comedy | From 5 years old |
| Maybe Happy Ending | Romance | From 8 years old |
| Hadestown | Romance | From 8 years old |
| The Outsiders | Drama | From 10 years old |
| Little Shop of Horrors | Comedy | From 5 years old |
| Heathers | Drama | From 14 years old |
| The Lost Boys | Drama | From 10 years old |
| Gazillion Bubble Show | Outrageous | No minimum |
| Radio City Christmas Spectacular | Christmas Show | No minimum |
| Harry Potter | Theater | From 8 years old |
| The Play That Goes Wrong | Theater | From 8 years old |
| Stranger Things | Theater | From 12 years old |
Which musical to see in New York?
Musicals for families
- If you are traveling with family, opt for the great Walt Disney classics, namely The Lion King or Aladdin. These two musicals have the advantage of a double reading with a story accessible to children and food for thought for parents as well.
- Wicked is also a good choice for its magical atmosphere. Also worth seeing: the Gazillion Bubble Show, a musical spectacle that is both funny and original.
Musicals to see as a couple
- Broadway invites you to discover wonderful love stories! Book your tickets for Moulin Rouge and Chicago, which each talk about love in their own way.
- If you want to laugh, rush to see The Book of Mormon. This musical makes fun of religion and requires mastering English, but the story is totally crazy.
Biographical shows
- Biographical musicals are musicals that tell the life of a celebrity. For example, it could be an important politician, like Alexander Hamilton, in the musical that bears his name.
- But most often, these are shows that look back on an artist’s career. This is the case, for example, with MJ! This show traces Michael Jackson’s most important tour, the King of Pop. Another artist who has the honor of a show: R&B singer Alicia Keys in Hell’s Kitchen. Also don’t miss Smash, a hilarious show inspired by Marilyn Monroe’s life.
Off-Broadway musicals
- Off-Broadway refers to shows that are not performed in Broadway theaters. This obviously does not detract from the quality of the musical, quite the opposite! Some Off-Broadway shows are more successful than some big Broadway productions.
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Frequently asked questions
Why go see a musical in New York?
The very first musical, The Black Crook, was performed in 1866. Since then, these shows have developed tremendously. Musicals are now a specialty of Broadway. Productions are renowned for their grand staging, sets and actors. True American-style shows!
How many musicals are there in New York?
There are more than twenty musicals on stage at the same time on Broadway. Some shows have been running for many years: The Lion King, Aladdin, Chicago, Wicked. Others are true revelations: MJ, Moulin Rouge, Hell’s Kitchen…
Where are the theaters in New York?
The theaters that host musicals are almost all located in the Theater District. This neighborhood is adjacent to Times Square. It is therefore a very touristy neighborhood located in the heart of Manhattan.
What is the most famous musical in New York?
The most famous musical is The Lion King, The Lion King in English. This show produced by Disney has been on Broadway since 1997. The sets and staging are grandiose. Unsurprisingly, it is one of the most requested musicals. You need to book early to get seats!