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Beaches Reviews

A new musical based on the best-selling novel that inspired the blockbuster film.

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Critics’ Reviews (2)

A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.
Theatermania

"An irresistible Broadway tearjerker."

Theatermania

Zachary Stewart

Entertainment Weekly

"You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll reach for your best friend."

Entertainment Weekly

Sarah Hearon

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Customer Reviews (31)

4.7
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It is a tear jerker beautifully done!
"The actors and actresses have beautiful voices! The children did a great job in their roles!"
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Elyse L from Port Washington on May 18, 2026
Incredibly well done performance!
"To say that this cast was incredibly talented would be a complete understatement. These actors all had beautiful voices with captivating stage presence and top-notch acting talent. They all felt like real people that we watched their lives unfold. This play was beautifully written and was a lovely tribute to the movie. Even though I knew how the plot ends, the cast was so captivating that I was still moved emotionally and crying for them. It is an amazing story about lifelong friendships through love, fights, and loss. In addition, I originally purchased tickets in the rear mezzanine, yet when we arrived, our seats were upgraded to the third row of the orchestra! This made our experience even more magical. I would recommend this play to anyone who is empathetic and enjoys truly heartfelt stories. I wish I could rate it more than 5 stars!"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 18, 2026
The BEST
"Singing phenomenal. Acting great. Story well know. Had everything other than Bette Midler "
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robert b from saratoga springs on May 17, 2026
A great performance of a classic 80's chick flick.
"Everyone did an amazing job. Loved having all the different phases of their friendship brought together throughout the performance. The youngest CeCe nailed it. KUDOS!!!"
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Lisa L from Catskill on May 15, 2026
Jessica Vosk is magic
"I actually enjoyed the character development and relationship in this musical MORE than the movie. Loved it. Hysterical AND heartbreaking!!!"
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Anne L from Pleasant Grove on May 9, 2026
Beautiful Show
"We loved the show and saw many families and best friends there. Great job by all of the staff! Thank you for a wonderful evening."
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Carla F from Everett, WA on May 4, 2026
Great girl's day in NYC afternoon with dinner at nearby restaurant.
"I like that it was a cast who player multiple people. They did a wonderful job. This definitely a woman's play."
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Melinda S from South Amboy on May 3, 2026
Enjoyed the show, and found the red headed star to have a great voice.
"Really enjoyed the singing of the star of the show. Plus, never seen characters presented at 3 different ages, by six different actresses. "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 2, 2026
Great reflection of the love of girlfriends
"Powerful voices and delightful performances by this fabulous cast! Loved the younger Cee Cee and Bertie as well! Very talented young women and girls!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 30, 2026
Loved
"Loved this rendition of Beaches - Casted perfectly! Emotional as expected. Treated my best friend of over 30 years money well spent. "
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Sarah C from white plains on Apr 27, 2026
Amazing cast
"The two best friends were represented by 3 pairs of exceptional actresses/singers showing how the friendship developed from childhood through teen years and adulthood. Beautiful new music helped to even better tell the story from the well-known movie. I especially enjoyed scenes where all 6 actresses shared the stage as simultaneous flashbacks."
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Alan S from Denver on Apr 27, 2026
Better Than The Movie!
"Absolutely loved this play. The acting and singing were incredible. The play was funny and sad and sweet. I could see it again and again and have recommended it to everyone! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 27, 2026
Wonderful story about friendship between women
"Beautiful story with great music. A bit different than the movie (probably closer to the book) but the charm and love shine through. Both of the adult leads do a wonderful job of letting you get to know their characters, warts and all. The child actors are amazing too. They really get the feel and emotion of the story. A very enjoyable show and well done. P.S bring tissues…"
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Michelle D from Valley Stream on Apr 26, 2026
Beaches was “The Best”
"Absolutely loved this show that gave me all the feels, especially the ending! Samantha as little Cee Cee stole the show and made me smile every time she was on stage. Jessica as Cee Cee was sensational! The deeply rooted friendship and love between Cee Cee and Bertie was captured throughout the theatre on 4/21. I highly recommend this show and My Best, Becky and I, were singing numbers on the train ride home! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 21, 2026
Go! You will love it! Bring your BFF!!
"Absolutely loved this show. Great for you, your partner, BFF, and children! The music was great! The dancing excellent! The story was wonderful! All actresses were fantastic! Laughed, cried, loved each moment! Not sure why this is only for a limited engagement- get your tickets!!"
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Teresa C from Belle Vernon on Apr 19, 2026
Kids would love seeing kid actors
"We greatly enjoyed the show. Wish we had brought our kids so the could have seen the kid actors."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 12, 2026
Lovely production!
"First off, this stage production of Beaches is not as sappy and weepy as the movie! There is no deathbed scene, not even a mention, that I caught, of what the deadly disease is, just a quiet slipping away of Bertie. The little girls playing CeeCee and Bertie at various ages were excellent and there is a lot of future talent there! Costumes were beautiful. Staging was sparse but suggested where things occurred. Overall, Beaches is enjoyable!"
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karen r from philadelphia on Apr 12, 2026
Wonderful show
"Beaches is one of my favorite movies, so I was afraid it would not meet my exceptions. I am thrilled to report they surpassed it! The actors, the set, the songs, the voices, all spectacular. Well done! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 10, 2026
As a gen exer raised with the movie, this show was incredible!
"The talent, OH the talent! Bravo, a fantastic show indeed! I've already recommended the show to multiple friends."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 9, 2026
AMAZING
"I was reading some negative comments before seeing the show and they ARE ALL WRONG. This was one of the better shows I’ve seen. The performances by CeeCee adult & child are FANTASTIC. Jessica Vosks voice was a powerhouse. She could belt it out. And the ending was so emotional that I had actual tears. Just a great show & must see. The only negative I can say is they could have done more with set design with digital design making the ocean move slowly and water on the floor when they went wading. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 5, 2026
A delightful tale of love and friendship.
"If you have ever been lucky enough to have a platonic relationship with someone who you truly love, this show is a must. It is a beautiful and true telling of a story of female friendship that overcomes it all. It is funny, and heartwarming. It will make you burst out in laughter and tears. Just go see it. Jessica Vosk is worth the price of admission. She is a true star. "
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Amanda L from Baraboo on Apr 4, 2026
Fabulous!
"Jessica Vosk was absolutely amazing as was the entire cast! The young ladies playing the kids were so impressive-stick talent at such a young age!"
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Kelli L from Roanoke on Mar 29, 2026
Go with your BFF
"We all know what Beaches is about but seeing it on stage with your best friend brings it to another level. We laughed, we cried and we built new memories to add to our collection. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 28, 2026

About Beaches

Based on the New York Times bestseller, that became a blockbuster film, written by Iris Rainer DartBeaches brings to the stage one of the most iconic friendships in popular culture – made famous on screen by Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey. This sweeping, emotional, and joy-filled new musical follows the vivacious Cee Cee and elegant Bertie, who meet as children and become fast friends. From pen-pals to roommates to romantic rivals, Cee Cee and Bertie’s oil-and-water friendship perseveres through even the most tragic trials. With a touching vulnerability, Beaches exemplifies the triumph of the human spirit and the bonds of friendship.

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