The winner of the Tony Award® for Best Musical is The Outsiders. This classic coming-of-age story takes you to Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1967, where Ponyboy Curtis, his best friend Johnny Cade, and their family of Greaser “outsiders” dream about who they want to become in a world that will never accept them. The Outsiders features a “tuneful and soul-bearing” (New York Stage Review) original score, “high-octane choreography” (New York Magazine), and a “sensational young cast” (The Wall Street Journal) that brings the show to life.
Details
Run Time
2 hours and 30 minutes, including one intermission.
Ages
Recommended for ages 10 and up. Children under the age of 4 are not permitted in the theatre.
Content Advisory
Flashing lights, periods of darkness, loud noises, theatrical haze and herbal cigarettes are used in this production.
Score average from verified show reviews by customers who’ve bought tickets from Broadway.com.
Outstanding
"I absolutely loved this production!!! It was a dream come true to travel from Melbourne Australia to see this in NYC and it did not disappoint. From the performance to the stage setting, I could not say a bad word as it was so moving, it brought me to tears. Outstanding in every way and highly recommend!!!"
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Tania M from Mill Park on Oct 23, 2024
Best of the Best!
"I have been a huge fan of The Outsiders for 25 years, my daughter became a huge fan after reading it in school last year. My daughter is also a huge fan of musical theatre, she is very involved in it at school, & her dream is to act on Broadway. This was a trip of her choosing for her birthday, she wanted specifically to see The Outsiders. It was an experience of a lifetime, everything about the play was stunning, the scene transitions were flawless, the acting was on point. To top it off, the actors after the show were the sweetest, they didn’t leave a single person out for signatures and stayed interactive the entire time. We have not stopped talking about how phenomenal it was. "
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Deborah S from Waco on Mar 12, 2026
Had to Win a Tony
"I've been attending Broadway musicals for more years than I can count. The choreography of this one was so outstanding that I found myself trying to imagine how the directors put this together."
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 11, 2026
Sooo good!
"I loved this show when it came out in the 90s. It was so good on Broadway! I ended up going home that weekend and re-watched the movie on TV that I’ve seen so many times! definitely recommend."
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Diane R from Swedesboro on Mar 11, 2026
Excellent Production
"This was one of my favorite books as a teen. This production was phenomenal and I highly recommend it!"
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Beverly M from Oswego on Mar 1, 2026
Powerful!
"Don’t miss this show. Powerful story, powerful dancers, powerful voices!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 1, 2026
Great show
"Went in during the blizzard and there were a few understudies playing lead parts. They were amazing!!!!! The set was wild as the actors help change it during the perofmance to adapt to each scene. Loved the choreography during the fight scene. HIghly recommend!"
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Lisa G from East Windsor on Feb 23, 2026
Amazing
"The fact there isn’t a bad seat in the house makes this show great for all. A little tight for me but I’m 6’4” tall. If tall or on the bigger side try to get a row seat or a balcony seat. The show was wonderful from the very beginning to the end. Had you on the edge of your seat the whole show. A must see. "
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Michael B from Sayville on Feb 20, 2026
an experience
"holy cow, this was the best show I have ever seen, and I have seen quite a few of the big popular ones. The best choreography, dancing, music, singing, etc. I was speechless with how powerfully they portrayed certain scenes, and I was just blown away by how carefully and respectfully they portrayed possibly difficult topics. It was the best money I've ever spent, you need to see this show"
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 17, 2026
An amazing experience
"The special effects were awesome! The voices and casting were right on! My 15 year old LOVED it so much especially after reading the book last year. It was really well "
There is a rain effect on stage. Drops of water and small rubber pieces from the stage floor may land in or near the first two rows of the Orchestra section (rows A and B).
The Outsiders is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one intermission.
Yes. The Outsiders is based on S.E. Hinton's novel and Francis Ford Coppola's film.
The Outsiders is recommended for ages 10 and up.
The Outsiders won four 2024 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Find out more!
The Outsiders makes use offlashing lights, periods of darkness, loud noises, theatrical haze and herbal cigarettes.
Yes. The Outsiders' original Broadway cast recording is available digitally, on CD and on vinyl.
Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance of the folk duo Jamestown Revival teamed up with Justin Levine to create the music for The Outsiders.
There is no specific dress code for The Outsiders or for any Broadway show. Whether dressed up, casual or in a Tulsa '67-inspired fit, be sure to dress comfortably and keep in mind the theater may be cool in the summer.
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Noah Pacht made his Broadway debut last season in Kimberly Belflower’s John Proctor is the Villain, directed by Danya Taymor. He has appeared off-Broadway in The Merchant of Venice and his film credits include Anything’s Possible and Seniors (Sundance Official Selection, Shorts). Noah is a graduate of the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama.
Caleb Mathura will make his Broadway debut in The Outsiders. He’s been seen on tour in The Notebook as Fin and Mean Girls as Kevin G. Regionally, he's appeared at The Old Globe, Marriott Theatre and Timberlake Playhouse. He’s appeared on film in Motherland for MPI Original Films.
Dan Berry made his Broadway debut as Paul in the original Broadway cast of The Outsiders. He appeared regionally in Elvis - A Musical Revolution at North Shore Music Theatre. An actor, singer, and songwriter from Poughquag, NY, Dan is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma Musical Theatre program. Listen to original music on all platforms.
SeQuoiia made his Broadway debut earlier this year in The Outsiders. A Bay Area native, he originated the role of Monster in Take the Lead at Paper Mill Playhouse. His other credits include Oya Mae Dxtchxss-Davis’ Packages O’ The Things We Deliver for Chelsea Factory and the National Black Theatre, Hippest Trip – The Soul Train Musical at American Conservatory Theater, and Terence Blanchard’s Champion at The Met.
(Emma Pittman, photo courtesy of Boneau/Bryan-Brown)
Emma Pittman
Mississippi native, Wagner College graduate, and winner of The Search For Roxie. Broadway: Chicago (Roxie & Annie), Back to the Future OBC (Ensemble) Regional: The Drowsy Chaperone (Janet), Damn Yankees (Lola). Emma is also a teaching artist, director, and choreographer. Her choreography credits include: On the Twentieth Century, Into the Woods, and The Cradle Will Rock.
Sutton James Kaylor will make his Broadway debut in The Outsiders. His regional credits include playing Tony in West Side Story and Jack in Newsies. University of Michigan BFA Musical Theatre program
(Daryl Tofa, photo courtesy of Boneau/Bryan-Brown)
Daryl Tofa
Daryl Tofa is making his original Broadway cast Principal debut in his second Broadway show of this season. He can currently be seen in the cast of Back to the Future (Marty McFly understudy) and he previously appeared in Mean Girls (Kevin G understudy). Film/TV: Blue Light (Chris Soriano), Better Nate Than Ever (Disney+), The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.
(Victor Carrillo Tracey, photo by Stephen K. Mack)
Victor Carrillo Tracey
Victor Carrillo Tracey made his Broadway debut as a Swing in the original Broadway cast of The Outsiders. Prior to that, he appeared in The Karate Kid - The Musical at Stages St. Louis.
Nicholas McDonough will make his Broadway debut in The Outsiders. He has appeared on screen in Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies for Paramount+ and Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin for Max.
Creative
Book
Adam Rapp and Justin Levine
Music and Lyrics
Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay & Zach Chance) and Justin Levine
Based on the novel by
S.E. Hinton
Based on the motion picture by
Francis Ford Coppola
Director
Danya Taymor
Choreographer
Rick and Jeff Kuperman
Cast & Creative
Rick and Jeff Kuperman
To come.
Music Supervision, Arrangements and Orchestrations by