6 Broadway Shows to See This Summer in NYC

It’s officially summertime, and the lullabies of Broadway sound sweeter than ever. Fresh off the 2026 Tony Awards, the Great White Way is spending the hottest months of the year firing on all cylinders, with original musicals, powerful plays and fresh revivals all promising audiences an unforgettable night at the theater.

Below, we’ve rounded up six of the best NYC Broadway shows to enjoy this season, from crowd favorites to newly-christened Tony winners.

Scroll through the discovery guide and check out our picks for this season’s can’t-miss shows. You can also find some frequently asked questions about Broadway towards the end.

Buena Vista Social Club

Buena Vista Social Club’s self-titled 1997 album sold more than a million copies and won the Grammy Award in 1998 for Best Traditional Tropical Latin Album, and now the record-breaking Cuban ensemble’s music has taken over Broadway to the tune of five Tony Awards. Buena Vista Social Club transports audiences to Old Havana, where a woman named Omara leaves a steady gig at the Tropicana nightclub to discover the music that will change her life forever, including boleros like “Lágrimas Negras,” “Dos gardenias,” and “Silencio.”

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Oh, Mary!

Mary Todd Lincoln’s acclaimed, demented reign as the brightest cabaret star on Broadway is showing no signs of stopping, with Maya Rudolph extending her run as the First Lady for yet another term. The Saturday Night Live legend will now don Mary’s petticoats through July 5, officially making her the First Lady of Broadway for America’s 250th anniversary. Screen favorite Meg Stalter will then take over the role from July 6-September 12 for her Broadway debut.

In an exclusive interview, Rudolph’s presidential counterpart Cheyenne Jackson, who plays Mary’s aggrieved husband, Abraham Lincoln, tells Ticketmaster, “The audiences for Oh, Mary!… I’ve never experienced anything like it… Oh, Mary! is packed every night. People are ready to party. They’re ready to have fun. When you feel that anticipation, it’s like horses being held back by reins.”

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Just In Time

A new crooner has taken over Just In Time, with Jeremy Jordan stepping into Bobby Darin’s dancing shoes. The two-time Tony nominee is electrifying the Circle in the Square Theatre as the seminal pop pioneer as he dives into Darin’s legendary songbook — from early hits like “Splish Splash” and “Mack the Knife” to his 1960s folk era and beyond.

The current cast of the hit jukebox musical also includes Olivia Holt as Connie Francis, Carrie St. Louis as Sandra Dee, Debbie Gravitte as Polly, Joe Barbara as Charlie Maffia, Emily Bergl as Nina/Mary, Lance Roberts as Ahmet Ertegun and Caesar Samayoa as Don Kirshner.

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Schmigadoon!

Three years after its cult-loved run on Apple TV ended, Schmigadoon! has come home to Broadway. Playing at the Nederlander Theatre, the hilarious story follows bickering doctors Josh and Melissa as they unwittingly find themselves trapped in the melodious world of a Golden Age musical. The only way out? To find true love, of course!

In an exclusive interview with Ticketmaster, Schmigadoon! star Ana Gasteyer shares how the stage adaptation pays loving homage to classic musicals like The Music Man, Carousel and, naturally, Brigadoon—while also expertly parodying the tropes of the musical theater world. “The golden era of it all… is just like a love letter, right?” the Saturday Night Live alum says. “Our scenes, our set design—we have backdrops and flys like old-school musicals that were hand-painted in 2026. So the set itself has been designed with a real love letter to craftsmanship for making theater. And the orchestra has 14 pieces, which is a lot in this day and age for Broadway.”

With a dozen total nominations to its name, Schmigadoon! was one of the most-nominated productions at the 2026 Tony Awards — winning Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical and Best Score for composer Cinco Paul and Best Orchestrations.

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Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman

First published in 1949, Death of a Salesman has been a timeless classic throughout Broadway history, made evident by multiple revivals over the decades. The latest iteration of Arthur Miller’s American tragedy stars Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf alongside Christopher Abbott and Ben Ahlers. Helmed by three-time Tony-winning director (and frequent Metcalf collaborator) Joe Mantello, Death of a Salesman is playing at the Winter Garden Theatre. At the 2026 Tony Awards, the revival became the most award-winning show of the season, scoring six Tonys including Best Revival of a Play.

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Ragtime

Lincoln Center Theater continues its celebratory 40th anniversary season with the Tony-winning revival of Ragtime. The latest musical adaptation of E.L. Doctorow’s sweeping examination of the American Dream in the 20th century features a star-studded cast including Joshua Henry as Coalhouse Walker, Jr.; Caissie Levy as Mother; Brandon Uranowitz as Tateh; Ben Davis as Father; Nichelle Lewis as Sarah; Ben Levi Ross as Mother’s Younger Brother; Shaina Taub as Emma Goldman; Morgan Marcell as Evelyn Nesbit and John Clay III as Booker T. Washington.

In 2026, the revival was nominated for 11 Tony Awards and took home four — including Best Revival of a Musical, Best Sound Design of a Musical and acting awards for both Henry and Levy. In an exclusive interview with Ticketmaster, fellow Tony nominee Ben Levi Ross says, “It’s like my wildest dreams come true… to be recognized in a show that I love, amongst a cast of brilliant people, and all of us that were sort of gunning for a nom got what we wanted, was really special.

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What’s the best show on Broadway right now?

While the absolute best show is of course a matter of personal opinion, Wicked, Buena Vista Social Club, Moulin Rouge!, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), The Great Gatsby, Operation Mincemeat and Hamilton are just some of the top shows you can see in a Broadway theatre this season. Looking for a play? Stranger Things: The First Shadow is a fantastic choice.

What is the most popular Broadway show?

The popularity of a show can be determined by a number of factors, including tenure and star power. Shows like Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Aladdin, Hamilton and Wicked continue to be bestsellers, along with The Lion King, which sits at the top of the list of highest-grossing musical theater productions of all time.

What are some new Broadway shows?

Every year, a batch of new musicals, plays and revivals make their bow on Broadway. A couple of the latest starry-eyed productions making a splash on the Great White Way include CATS: The Jellicle Ball and The Rocky Horror Show.

How much is a Broadway show in NYC?

Ticket prices for Broadway shows depend on a variety of factors, including the show, seat location, performance date and time, and when the tickets are purchased. The average ticket for a Broadway performance can cost between $50 and $300, but most fans agree that seeing a show is one of the best things to do in NYC — and wholly worth it.

What is the longest-running show on Broadway?

The Phantom of the Opera was the longest-running show on Broadway, playing at the Majestic Theatre from 1988 to 2023. The longest-running current Broadway show and musical is Chicago (1996 revival).

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