Wait For It: Here’s How to Buy Last-Minute Broadway Tickets

So you’ve got an open night in your calendar, and tons of choices on how to take advantage of that time – why not make the most of it by catching a Broadway show? Even if the curtain call is coming up for a show you’ve been curious about, there’s still a chance to get a great seat at the show.

Below, collect a few tips and tricks to find a way through the door if you decide to choose Broadway in NYC at the last minute.

How to Buy Last-Minute Broadway Tickets

• Ticketmaster: You can purchase tickets directly through Ticketmaster.com or in the Ticketmaster app. Tickets are still typically available up to a few hours before the show starts, though inventory varies.

• The Show’s Box Office: Tickets are often still available on the day before or the morning on the day of the performance. You could end up very lucky by striking at the right time!

• Your Credit Card Provider: Often certain credit card memberships come with bonuses, venue partnerships, or specific event bundles that give you special access to Broadway performances just for being one of their customers. There could be inventory waiting just for you.

• Rush Tickets: Rush tickets are a limited amount of discounted seats provided by select productions, typically the morning of or day before a show. Check out this Playbill guide for an up-to-date rush ticket schedule and list of policies.

Do Broadway shows get cheaper closer to the date?

Prices vary on a nightly basis, but nothing beats the feeling of knowing you have a seat in the house. For any event, it’s best to plan ahead and secure your tickets in advance. However, a great deal may still be waiting if you need to buy tickets last-minute.

What is the best resale site for Broadway shows?

While there are many sites where you can buy and sell Broadway show tickets, Ticketmaster is committed to being the safest and most reliable ticket marketplace out there. Check inventories for select shows hours before showtime via Ticketmaster.

Why are Broadway ticket prices so high?

Broadway ticket prices can be high due to a number of factors, including supply and demand (similar to the sports and concert industries), production costs, and high-profile actors and celebrity guests. Coming soon in 2025, you can look out for famous faces in shows like Redwood (starring Tony winner Idina Menzel) and Death Becomes Her (with Grammy-winning singer Michelle Williams).

What shows are there to see in NYC?

At any time of year, Broadway offers the biggest spectacles with long-standing shows like The Lion King and The Wiz. The Great White Way also shines bright with hit shows like Aladdin, Hamilton, MJ, Six, and Wicked — the theater always has something for everyone!