Looking to explore more of New York City's theater scene? Off-Broadway shows offer an exciting alternative to Broadway, with affordable ticket prices, a variety of productions and intimate venues that bring you closer to the action.
The term "off-Broadway" refers to the size of a production's theater, typically 499 seats or less. While some off-Broadway theaters are located away from the Broadway Theatre District, many are located in midtown Manhattan, just steps from Broadway.
From funny farces to new musicals to family-friendly experiences, there's truly something for everyone off-Broadway!
Amaze Magic
Now OpenRevolutionary magician Jamie Allan brings his record-shattering spectacle to New York City! Amaze Magic weaves storytelling, dazzling visual effects, mesmerizing sleight-of-hand and more into an unforgettable show that the whole family will enjoy. Get tickets to Amaze Magic off-Broadway!
(Photo: Danny Kaan)
Little Shop of Horrors
Now OpenHead "Downtown" and catch this cult favorite musical live on stage! Based on the film of the same name, Little Shop of Horrors follows the meek Seymour as he navigates his crush on coworker Audrey and the needs of increasingly demanding houseplant. Get tickets to Little Shop of Horrors off-Broadway!
(Photo: Michaelah Reynolds)
The Play That Goes Wrong
Now OpenA celebration of the best of live theater... and the worst! Get ready to laugh at this play within a play, where everything that can go wrong, does. Get tickets to The Play That Goes Wrong off-Broadway!
(Photo: Jeremy Daniel)
Heathers The Musical
Now Open; Closes September 6, 2026Head back to Westerberg High in the fan-favorite musical based on the 1989 movie of the same name. When Veronica Sawyer is unexpectedly taken in by the popular Heathers, she learns that that it might kill to be a nobody, but it is murder being a somebody. Get tickets to Heathers The Musical on Broadway!
(Photo: Matthew Murphy)
Gazillion Bubble Show
Now Open
A magical interactive experience for kids of all ages! Showcasing the bubble artistry of the Yang family, Gazillion Bubble Show features mind-blowing bubble magic, spectacular laser light effects and the opportunity to be IN a bubble yourself. Get tickets to Gazillion Bubble Show off-Broadway!
(Photo: Kyle Foreman)
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Now Open; Closes September 6, 2026Six spellers enter, but only one can win! William Finn & Rachel Sheinkin’s landmark Tony Award-winning musical comedy returns to the New York stage to celebrate its 20th anniversary. Get tickets to The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee off-Broadway!
(Photo: Joan Marcus)
Masquerade
Now OpenExperience the new immersive production of The Phantom of the Opera, where audiences move through the music and mystery of Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic. Get tickets to Masquerade off-Broadway!
(Photo courtesy of The Pekoe Group)
Mexodus
Closes June 14, 2026The acclaimed looping musical, telling the story of the Underground Railroad that ran South, returns to the New York stage. Get tickets to Mexodus off-Broadway!
Photo: Curtis Brown
11 To Midnight
Closes April 19, 2026Cost n’ Mayor's and Hideaway Circus' theatrical dance experience celebrates New Year's Eve every night, featuring high-energy street-style dance and a genre-hopping soundtrack. Get tickets to 11 To Midnight off-Broadway!
Gotta Dance
Closes June 14, 2026A new musical that captures the original choreography of classic musicals. Experience the movement, music and magic that has defined generations of Broadway and Hollywood dance and continues to inspire audiences today by preserving the work of some of our greatest choreographers. Get tickets to Gotta Dance off-Broadway!
Keep in mind that some off-Broadway theaters are located outside of Times Square. Be sure to check on the location of your show before heading out the door!
