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“Let me entertain you.” That famous line from [*Gypsy*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/41161-gypsy-on-broadway) is an invitation that all 16 shows opening this fall on Broadway are sending out.

While each production is distinct, themes, motifs, and other elements overlap. As the 2024 season approaches, New York Theatre Guide looks ahead at trends – big picture and close-up – playing out on Broadway stages. If you’re keen on a certain trend, use our roundup to find your next great...

Check out the trends appearing throughout Broadway shows this fall

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Every play and musical on stage this season is unique, but some share topics, themes, and details — find one that interests you, and get your tickets.

Welcome to the Moulin Rouge! John Cardoza, Solea Pfeiffer, and Pepe Muñoz will join the cast of [*Moulin Rouge! The Musical*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/15911-moulin-rouge-the-musical-on-broadway-tickets) on Broadway at the [Al Hirschfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/al-hirschfeld-theatre) this fall, playing their first performances on October 15.

Cardoza will star as Christian, a role he previously played on the first national tour of *Moulin Rouge! The...

John Cardoza, Solea Pfeiffer, Pepe Muñoz to join ‘Moulin Rouge! The Musical’ Broadway cast

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They will replace current stars Aaron Tveit, Joanna “JoJo” Levesque, and Ricky Rojas in the musical adaptation of Baz Luhrmann’s Oscar-winning 2001 movie.

Spooky season is underway, and it's the perfect time to have a frightfully fun night at the theatre. Legend has it that ghosts haunt most Broadway theatres, so you could be in for a fright at any show. If you really want to get into the spirit, though, there are plenty of New York stages showcasing Halloween theatre that celebrates all things witchy, magical, and downright scary.

The whimsical magic of [*Harry Potter and the Cursed...

Top theatre to see in New York for Halloween

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Check out these Broadway and Off-Broadway theatre shows, plus seasonal exhibits and interactive experiences, featuring all things spooky and spellbinding.

All he cares about is love! Award-winning Latin music artist Sebastián Yatra will join the cast of [*Chicago*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/22-chicago-tickets) on Broadway from November 25 to December 22 only.

Yatra is best known for performing the Oscar-nominated song "Dos Orugitas" from the animated Disney film *Encanto*. His music career has earned him a Latin Grammy Award and a Grammy nomination.

"Getting to Broadway was something I had imagined but it seemed impossible and now...

Sebastián Yatra to join 'Chicago' Broadway cast

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The Latin Grammy Award-winning musician will make his Broadway debut as Billy Flynn in the long-running musical at the Ambassador Theatre for four weeks only.

A haunting story of survival, brotherhood and redemption, the new Broadway musical [*Swept Away*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31122-swept-away) recounts the impossible choices faced by four sailors after a shipwreck casts them adrift in a small lifeboat. 

The songs of *Swept Away* are drawn from the catalog of folk-rock band The Avett Brothers, including several tunes [first...

All the songs in 'Swept Away' on Broadway

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The stirring new survival-adventure musical from The Avett Brothers draws on the folk-rock band’s 2004 album *Mignonette* and other tunes from its catalog.

Fall is upon us in New York. The cool fall breezes have blown in not just color-changing leaves, but a cornucopia of seasonal events all across the city. And there's a show or event out there for you no matter how you like to ring in the fall season.

Is the pumpkin patch at the top of your itinerary? Stop at a show set in the countryside on the way to the actual farm. Prefer to stay cozied up inside with a warm sweater? You can do that in a Broadway theatre. Can't wait for Halloween? Celebrate...

Plan a fall day in New York with these shows and events

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Whether your fall vibe is spooky, cozy, or outdoorsy, New York has plenty of attractions and shows to suit your interests — check out our itineraries here.

A new Ayad Akhtar play directed by Bartlett Sher for Lincoln Center Theater is already a major draw for theatre enthusiasts, but [Robert Downey Jr.](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/robert-downey-jr)’s Broadway debut in the starring role makes [*McNeal*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/40946-mcneal-on-broadway) a must-see event.

The Academy Award-winning actor, best known for his seminal portrayal of Tony Stark/Iron Man, will star as Jacob McNeal, a lauded novelist...

Guide to 'McNeal' on Broadway starring Robert Downey Jr.

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The Oscar winner makes his Broadway debut in Pulitzer Prize winner Ayad Akhtar's world-premiere play about a writer obsessed with artificial intelligence.

This chapter is closing. [*The Notebook*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/33744-the-notebook-the-musical) will close on Broadway, playing its final performance at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre) on December 15. It will have played 352 total performances at the time of closing.

*The Notebook* [began as the 1996 debut novel of Nicholas...

‘The Notebook’ sets Broadway closing date

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The stage adaptation of Nicholas Sparks’s romance novel features a Tony Award-nominated book by Bekah Brunstetter and music and lyrics by Ingrid Michaelson.

Make a joyful noise! [*Tammy Faye*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/37219-tammy-faye) on Broadway has completed its cast ahead of its New York-premiere run this fall. Performances start at the [Palace Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/palace-theatre-ny) on October 19 ahead of a November 14 opening.

As previously announced, *Tammy Faye* will star two-time Olivier Award winner [Katie Brayben](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/katie-brayben) as Tammy...

'Tammy Faye' completes Broadway cast

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Elton John and Scissor Sisters' Jake Shears penned the songs for this show, coming to New York following a London premiere, about the real-life televangelist.

[*Chicago*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/22-chicago-tickets) still has the razzle dazzle! The longest-running musical currently on Broadway now has tickets available through June 29, 2025. Get [*Chicago* tickets](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/22-chicago-tickets) on New York Theatre Guide.

Written by [John Kander, Fred Ebb](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/a-history-of-kander-and-ebb-musicals-on-broadway), and [Bob...

'Chicago' Broadway tickets now on sale through June 2025

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The award-winning musical by John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Bob Fosse has been performing since 1996, making it the longest currently running Broadway show.

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Alicia Keys's soulful music scores this new coming-of-age musical about growing up with city-sized dreams. Inspired by Keys's own upbringing in the title NYC neighborhood, the show follows young Ali as she finds love, music, and all the possibilities — and hardships — the future holds.

Hell's Kitchen on Broadway

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A sequel play to the worldwide sensation, *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* finds a new generation of wizards traveling through time and meeting fan-favorite characters. See spellbinding illusions and rekindle the feeling of experiencing *Harry Potter* for the first time. Learn more about *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* tickets now.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway

A rock band is on the verge of stardom, and the resulting pressure could push them to finally break through — or break up. David Adjmi's new play features a cast of actor-musicians who play original songs by Arcade Fire's Will Butler.

Stereophonic on Broadway

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The Tony-winning musical *Wicked* made Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth household names, and nearly 20 years later, Wicked remains a popular audience favorite. This prequel to *The Wizard of Oz* flips everything you know about good and bad witches, centering on Glinda and Elphaba's long-lost friendship. Defy gravity and learn more about *Wicked* tickets on Broadway today.

Wicked on Broadway

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Fans of the classic F. Scott Fitzgerald novel, Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada, and big song-and-dance musical will all enjoy reliving the Roaring Twenties at *The Great Gatsby*. Join the party at the first Broadway musical adaptation of the timeless story.

The Great Gatsby on Broadway

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What would happen after Romeo and Juliet if Juliet didn't die? That's the question at the core of this pop-fueled musical created by the Emmy-winning writer of *Schitt's Creek*. Jam out to tunes made famous by Britney Spears, Backstreet Boys, P!nk, Ariana Grande, and more, as Juliet travels to Paris with new friends and new love. Find out about *& Juliet* tickets.

& Juliet on Broadway

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A sensation that made Lin-Manuel Miranda a household name, *Hamilton* made history with 11 Tony wins. A diverse cast and hip-hop music reimagine the story of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton for today. Sharp wordplay, an evocative story, and emotional performances make *Hamilton* revolutionary. Experience history anew and get *Hamilton* tickets.

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Experience a classic story of brotherhood and coming of age as a heartfelt folk musical. Inspired by S. E. Hinton's novel and Francis Ford Coppola's film, this show follows the lives of teenage have-nots whose best hope for survival and acceptance is in their brotherhood.

The Outsiders on Broadway

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Baz Luhrmann's hit film takes to the stage with more than 40 pop hits from the past 40 years. Behold a dazzling production with all the magic of the Moulin Rouge cabaret, where freedom, beauty, truth, and love are the bohemian way. Come what may, get tickets to *Moulin Rouge! The Musical* on Broadway today.

Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway

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See a new side of the cultural trailblazer, complete with gorgeous renditions of his greatest hits and his iconic dance moves, in *MJ The Musical*. Michael Jackson takes center stage, circa 1992, as an MTV camera crew's interview unlocks memories and key moments of the icon's rise to stardom. Find out more about *MJ The Musical* tickets.

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South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, and Oscar-winning Frozen and Avenue Q composer Bobby Lopez are a match made in heaven. The hilarious Broadway smash *The Book of Mormon* features the misadventures of two Mormon missionaries who go to wacky lengths to convert an African village. Get tickets to the nine-time Tony-winning Best Musical.

The Book of Mormon on Broadway

Great Scott, the classic time-traveling movie is now a Broadway musical. Join Marty McFly's plutonium-powered adventure from 1985 to 1955, where he almost prevents his parents from meeting and has to make things right. The stage version features new songs alongside the film's hits, like "The Power of Love." Find out more about tickets.

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