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Broadway Theater District Walking Tour in New York City

New York City1 hour

Description

A gabfest about current shows, old shows, hits, misses, blockbusters, flops, star vehicles, new sensations and everything that goes into a life in the theater. Chris is a life-long theater enthusiast, a former actor, a current show junkie and a talker. He'll find positive things to say about every show, even the ones that don't deserve it. Tickets to Broadway shows are expensive, so know before you go. Know which show is best suited to your interests. Know which shows will challenge you, which shows will be unforgettable, which shows will close in a week. Figure out how best to spend your theater dollars with this fun, laugh-fest gabfest. Chris is a Tony Award-Viewing goofball who loves the roaming crowd work of walking tours. Join him for some fun! BFA Acting, Boston University. TV: Barely seen on Law & Order, And Just Like That, Law & Order SVU. He's also a professional wedding officiant so if you need to get married, he can make that happen too.

Tour Options

Broadway Theater District Walking Tour in New York City

Itinerary

Admission not included10 min

We will meet outside the Gershwin Theater, home of Wicked. I'll talk about this theater, its size, its history. Wicked has been here a long time and may be here forever, or longer.

Admission not included5 min

We stop outside Circle in the Square Theater to talk about this small space and some of the great shows that have played there in addition to the current show. (Just in Time)

Admission not included7 min

If we can, we will step inside this adorable church to see where actors pray on opening night. We'll even talk about the patron saint of actors.

Admission not included5 min

We'll stop outside the home of 'The Book of Mormon' and talk about the mysterious longevity of this vulgar, hilarious show. We'll learn about the theater's namesake, and muse about how he might feel about the current show in his theater.

Admission not included7 min

Home of 'Chicago' the musical. We'll chat about this show, how much it costs to produce Broadway musicals, and why some last longer than others.

Admission not included7 min

We'll take a shortcut over to 48th street to talk about Walter Kerr and the effect critics have on productions. We'll talk a little about the current show here, 'Hadestown'.

Admission not included7 min

We'll stop outside the home of 'Six' the musical to talk about that show and one fun personal story about the theater back when it had a different name.

Admission not included7 min

We'll step into Times Square to discuss the famous TKTS Box Office, its role in the resurgence of Times Square, and at least four ways to save money on Broadway Tickets.

Admission not included5 min

Outside the Lunt-Fontanne, we'll discuss this famous acting duo and a crucial career decision they made. Current show is 'Death Becomes Her' so we'll talk about that too.

Admission not included5 min

Home of 'Hamilton', which you may have heard of. We'll talk about Lin-Manuel Miranda and his place in theater lore.

Admission not included5 min

We'll take a short cut through this fun alley and talk about modern theater, technology, typical theater amenities and the current show, 'Stranger Things'. (Possible bathroom break!)

10 min

The epicenter of Broadway's Theater District. We'll discuss the Shubert Organization, producers, one assassin, and all the shows on this famous block, currently as of March 2026: Giant, Proof, Buena Vista Social Club, The Outsiders, Operation Mincemeat.

Highlights

Please bring your own water or drinks.

What's included

Included
Please bring your own water or drinks.

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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