A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.
"Delivers more chills, thrills and screams than Broadway has seen in years."
Variety
Frank Rizzo
"A thrilling experience. Watching Paranormal Activity with a crowd feels like watching a magic show on a roller coaster. We scream, then we laugh because we screamed, then we scream again."
The New York TImes
Helen Shaw
"A jaw-dropping, hair-raising, heart-pounding production that will haunt you long after you leave the theater."
Fantastic show! Lots of jump scares and lots of fun!
"Great show and excellent cast!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 24, 2026
I was never a fan of horror I am now
"There was nothing not to like it grabbed your attention from beginning to end. I would recommend it, and I would see it again."
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Lawrence T from BROOKLYN on Aug 23, 2026
Houses are not haunted. People are.
"Be careful what you see . . . it may deceive you. Listen closely what you hear . . . it may give you a clue. Smell what . . . Oops, sorry I'm sweating! The hairs on your neck are anticipating next shock. "
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John D from Staten Island on Aug 20, 2026
Paranormal Activity 👻 — 5/5 Stars
"Absolutely loved this show! It was thrilling, entertaining, and unlike any other show I’ve ever seen. The unique concept, suspense, special effects, and unexpected moments kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. It was such a different and immersive experience that I wasn’t sure what to expect next. If you’re looking for something completely different from a traditional Broadway show, Paranormal Activity is definitely worth seeing! 5/5 stars!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 19, 2026
Spectacular
"This show was addictive to the eyes! It was well produced and I could not look away!"
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Paul N from Fort Worth on Aug 15, 2026
Best way to be scared
"The effects were awesome and seeing it with an audience was so fun! Warning: it's a very loud play and you will get scared. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 24, 2026
New York trip
"We had a great time seeing Paranormal Activity in New York! The show was suspenseful, creepy, and kept us engaged from beginning to end.
The atmosphere was intense, the effects were really well done, and there were plenty of moments that had us wondering what was going to happen next. It was a fun experience and definitely something different from a traditional Broadway show.
The cast did an excellent job creating a believable and unsettling mood, and the production made the whole experience feel immersive.
If you enjoy supernatural stories, suspense, and a few good scares, I would definitely recommend Paranormal Activity. We’re glad we went!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 17, 2026
What a twist
"It was a little slow at first but it was a fresh story line with good jump scares and a twist at the end. Definitely a show where the audience participation is key. We had a great audience opening night!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 15, 2026
A really good time, movie fans would love
"Brilliant acting, great chemistry, fun story, had some good scares. The audience was so sucked it, there were barely any applauses since we were waiting for something to jump out. Not gonna win a Tony and Broadway fans might just find it fun, but movie fans and tourists would love! Very refreshing to see new ideas on the stage. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 23, 2026
Disappointing
"Disappointing overall. The staging was poor, the script felt weak, and audio difficult to hear. There were very few theatrical tricks or memorable moments. I expected much more and left feeling unsatisfied. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 15, 2026
About
Paranormal Activity: A New Story Live on Broadway
James and Lou move from Chicago to London to escape their past, but they soon discover that places aren’t haunted, people are… With an original story inspired by the film franchise, Paranormal Activity reimagines the modern ghost story with an intimacy that only live theatre can provide.
