Theater BROADWAY
cont.
INDECENT
KEY
Cort Theatre, 138 W. 48th St., 212-239-6200; indecentbroadway.com
COMEDY
DRAMA
MUSICAL SPECTACLE
Concierge Choice Award Winner/Nominee
GROUNDHOG DAY
August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St., 877-250-2929; groundhogdaymusical.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Cynical TV weatherman Phil Connors (Andy Karl) is sent to cover the annual Groundhog Day event in Punxsutawney, PA, where he finds himself caught in a time loop, repeating the same day again and again. As each identical day plays out, he becomes increasingly despondent. Will he ever unlock the secret and break the cycle? Mon.-Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (From 3/16)
HAMILTON Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., 877-250-2929; hamiltonbroadway.com 2016 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 8/6/15) (2 hrs., 55 mins.) Tony winner Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote this musical exploration of a political mastermind. The unlikely founding father—bastard orphan, rebel, war hero, Treasury head and loving husband caught in the country’s first sex scandal—leads this revolutionary tale of America’s fiery past alongside George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Eliza Hamilton, and lifelong friend and foe Aaron Burr. Call or visit website for playing schedule.
HELLO, DOLLY!
Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; hellodollyonbroadway.com Bette Midler and David Hyde Pierce star in a sparkling new version of the beloved musical based on Thornton Wilder’s The Matchmaker. This first Broadway revival in more than 50 years pays tribute to the original work of legendary director/choreographer Gower Champion, hailed as one of the greatest stagings in musical theater history. Tues.-Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (From 3/15)
IN TRANSIT
Circle in the Square Theatre, 235 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; intransitbroadway.com (Opened 12/11/16) (95 mins., no intermission) Featuring an a cappella score from the talents behind Frozen and Pitch Perfect, this new, modern musical brings to life a vivid tapestry of characters and music in the city that never sleeps…or stands still. Inspired by the vibrant rhythms of life on the subway, In Transit follows the intertwining lives of eleven New Yorkers, all hoping to catch the express train to success, love and happiness -- and the stops they make along the way. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.
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Paula Vogel’s new work with music is inspired by the true story of the journey of a controversial play and the artists who risked their lives to perform it. This backstage drama celebrates art, indicts censorship, and explores an explosive historical moment. Tues.-Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (From 4/4)
JITNEY
Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; manhattantheatreclub.com (2 hrs., 25 mins.) (Opened 1/19/17) August Wilson’s 1970s play follows a group of men who drive unlicensed cabs, or jitneys. When the city threatens to board up the business, tempers flare and secrets are revealed. Tues. & Wed., 7; Thurs.-Sat., 8; Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 3/12)
KINKY BOOTS
Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; kinkybootsthemusical.com 2013 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 4/24/13) (2 hrs., 25 mins.) Inspired by a true story and the film of the same name—with music by Cyndi Lauper and book by Tony winner Harvey Fierstein—the story follows Charlie Price, heir to a nearly bankrupt shoe factory. Unlikely inspiration to saving the family business comes to Charlie via Lola, a drag entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As they work to turn the factory around, the two discover that when you change your mind about someone, you can change your whole world. Call or visit website for playing schedule
THE LION KING
Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St., 866-870-2717; disneyonbroadway.com 1998 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 11/13/97) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) This stage adapation of Disney’s animated hit, The Lion King is a treasure trove of stunning visual magic created by Julie Taymor. It follows the story of the young lion prince, Simba, living in the flourishing African Pride Land and his unlikely boon companions, his villainous uncle Scar, and his journey from precocious cub to king of the jungle. Tues.-Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.
THE LITTLE FOXES
Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; ManhattanTheatreClub.com Laura Linney and Cynthia Nixon alternate lead roles in Lillian Hellman’s legendary play set in 1900 Alabama. It follows Regina and her ruthless clan, including her sister-in-law Birdie, as they clash trying to strike the deal of their lives. Tues., Wed. & Sun., 7; Thurs.-Sat., 8; Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (From 3/29)
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