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
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 "
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Donna D from West Allis on Feb 16, 2026
Perfection
"I’ve seen the show twice now and I’ve loved it each time. Perfection no notes a must see. The lighting and set gets me every time the songs and the acting is superb. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 16, 2026
Bucket list item
"I loved the set design, the choreography and the singing. The story was so rich and the characters realistic."
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Lori F from Colusa on Feb 16, 2026
One of the best!
"I've seen many shows over the years. The Outsiders is rated one of the best I've ever seen. I sat in awe of Pony and Cherry. AMAZING talent!!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 15, 2026
Amazing!
"I thought it was absolutely amazing. My kids and I highly enjoyed it. The voice of pony boy is phenomenal as well as the rest of the cast. Kept us entertained through the whole show. There is some cursing so parents discretion on if it’s suitable for them. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 8, 2026
Touching heartfelt emotional journey
"Awesome side effects. Different then everything we had seen before. Beautiful combination of different voices and tones. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 7, 2026
Absolutely amazing
"The performers, the effects, the sets, the lighting, the detail, and the music that went into this performance remind you why Broadway is Broadway. This is the best of the best and deserves every accolade that they receive. One of the very best performances that we have ever seen. Stayed true to the story and brought uniqueness both at the same time. GO SEE IT!"
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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(Sky Lakota-Lynch, photo courtesy of Boneau/Bryan-Brown)
Sky Lakota-Lynch
Broadway: Dear Evan Hansen. Off Broadway/Workshops include works at The Public, Roundabout, New York City Center, and The Eugene O’Neill Center. TV/Film: Iron Fist (Disney Plus/Marvel), Spirit Rangers (Netflix), the final season of New Amsterdam (NBC), FBI: Most Wanted (CBS), ABC Discovers: Talent Showcase (Disney/ABC), “Half Life” (Amazon), PARTS, Boyhoarder. Education: The Neighborhood Playhouse.
(Brent Comer, photo courtesy of Boneau/Bryan-Brown)
Brent Comer
Broadway debut. Previously joined The Outsiders (La Jolla Playhouse), Toured with Les Misérables. A graduate of James Madison University and the Link Program.
(Jason Schmidt, photo courtesy of Boneau/Bryan-Brown)
Jason Schmidt
Jason Schmidt is making his Broadway debut with The Outsiders. TV: Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, FBI: Most Wanted, The Chair. Regional Theater: Cinderella (Theater Under the Stars), The Outsiders (La Jolla Playhouse). Jason is a singer/songwriter who releases music on all platforms. He studied at Carnegie Mellon.
(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.
(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.
(Kevin William Paul, photo courtesy of Boneau/Bryan-Brown)
Kevin William Paul
A graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Drama, The Outsiders marks his Broadway debut. Select TV/Film: Evil, Why Women Kill, The Goldbergs, Good Trouble, Bottom of the 9th.
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.
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