NYC: Broadway Behind The Scenes Including Studio Visit

Manhattan, US
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Highlights

  • Behind-the-scenes tour of Broadway theaters
  • Exploring the vibrant atmosphere of Times Square
  • Learning about the rich history of iconic theaters
  • Visiting the famous Richard Rodgers Theatre
  • Experiencing the creativity and energy of Hell's Kitchen

Meeting Point

Your tour will meet in front of the Father Duffy Statue - Father Duffy Square, 200 W. 47th St., New York, NY 10036

Meeting point

7th Ave &, W 47th St, New York, NY 10036 , United States

End point

End Point

Your tour will end at a central location in Midtown Manhattan.

Meeting point

New York, NY , United States

End point

What to expect

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Times Square

Your tour starts right in the middle of the bright lights, towering skyscrapers and vibrant billboards of Times Square. This is the center of New York City, renowned globally and the gateway to Broadway. It's an ideal spot to kick off your tour of the Great White Way with us!

Duration 5 minutes
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Duffy Square

Just a stone's throw away from Times Square lies the lesser-known Duffy Square. This is where the TKTS Booth is located, and where hundreds of people enter daily ticket lotteries, making it an essential part of the Broadway experience for the public!

Duration 10 minutes
3

Broadway

Broadway is everything you could imagine - bright lights, colorful posters, marquees adorned with your favorite performers' names, and historic, iconic theaters. This is where fame is made, hits are born, and creativity thrives! On this tour, we'll walk down Broadway, while your guide provides you with the historical background of the theaters you pass by and the productions that have graced the avenue over the years.

Duration 50 minutes
4

Richard Rodgers Theatre

Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Richard Rodgers Theatre, named after the famous composer of musicals, such as ‘Oklahoma!’, ‘The Sound of Music’, ‘The King and I’, and ‘South Pacific’. Since 2015, it has been the home of Lin Manuel Miranda's critically acclaimed musical ‘Hamilton’.

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Majestic Theatre

Listen out for the music of the night as you stroll by one of the largest theatres on the strip. The Majestic Theatre has a rich history, hosting productions like ‘The Music Man,’ ‘Camelot,’ and ‘The Wiz.’

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Shubert Theatre

This theatre, open since 1913, has been a staple on Broadway and has hosted the Tony Awards over the years. It boasts a history of productions, plays, and famous performers.

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Second Stage Theater

This theatre company specialises in developing writer-focused plays and productions. With a history of captivating audiences with engaging characters, the theatre is known for the Tony Award-winning musical ‘Dear Evan Hansen’.

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Theatre Row

This collection of theatres operates as a hub for up-and-coming theatre companies, offering everything from rehearsal space to tech support.

9

Playwrights Horizons

This venue plays host to more plays than musicals, and has showcased Pulitzer Prize winners Driving Miss Daisy and The Flick.

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Hell's Kitchen

We’ll then venture to see some Off-Broadway theatres in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood of Midtown, where shows are developed, rehearsed, and produced before making their public debut. Here, you'll have the opportunity to take a behind-the-scenes tour of a theatre facility and see the process of how a show goes from an idea to being on Broadway. You'll see the costume and set design rooms, learn about the staging process, and even hear people in classes and rehearsals singing and dancing.

Duration 50 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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    Specialized infant seats are available
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    This tour runs year-round and will proceed rain or shine unless such weather constitutes a dangerous situation. Please dress comfortably and casually in weather-appropriate attire. Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    In the event of road or attraction closures, your guide will do their best to work around the obstacles or take your tour to alternate locations.
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    The included visit to a rehearsal studio requires climbing 3 flights of stairs with no available elevator. Please be prepared for this, as opting out and waiting for the group outside will impact your tour experience.
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    This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.
Provided by Intrepid Urban Adventures - New York City

What our experts say

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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Grab a coffee nearby at Joe's Coffee.
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    Check out the TKTS booth for show tickets.
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    Explore nearby Hell's Kitchen eateries.
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    Arrive early for great photo ops!

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