Broadway Theater District Walking Tour in New York City

A gabfest about current shows, old shows, hits, misses, blockbusters, flops, star vehicles, new sensations and everything that goes into a life in the theater. Chris is a life-long theater enthusiast, a former actor, a current show junkie and a talker. He'll find positive things to say about every show, even the ones that don't deserve it. Tickets to Broadway shows are expensive, so know before you go. Know which show is best suited to your interests. Know which shows will challenge you, which shows will be unforgettable, which shows will close in a week. Figure out how best to spend your theater dollars with this fun, laugh-fest gabfest. Chris is a Tony Award-Viewing goofball who loves the roaming crowd work of walking tours. Join him for some fun! BFA Acting, Boston University. TV: Barely seen on Law & Order, And Just Like That, Law & Order SVU. He's also a professional wedding officiant so if you need to get married, he can make that happen too.

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   Gershwin Theater

   10 min

   We will meet outside the Gershwin Theater, home of Wicked. I'll talk about this theater, its size, its history. Wicked has been here a long time and may be here forever, or longer.

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   Circle in the Square Theatre

   5 min

   We stop outside Circle in the Square Theater to talk about this small space and some of the great shows that have played there in addition to the current show. (Just in Time)

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   St. Malachy's - The Actors' Chapel

   7 min

   If we can, we will step inside this adorable church to see where actors pray on opening night. We'll even talk about the patron saint of actors.

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   Eugene O'Neill Theatre

   5 min

   We'll stop outside the home of 'The Book of Mormon' and talk about the mysterious longevity of this vulgar, hilarious show. We'll learn about the theater's namesake, and muse about how he might feel about the current show in his theater.

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   Ambassador Theatre

   7 min

   Home of 'Chicago' the musical. We'll chat about this show, how much it costs to produce Broadway musicals, and why some last longer than others.

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   Walter Kerr Theater

   7 min

   We'll take a shortcut over to 48th street to talk about Walter Kerr and the effect critics have on productions. We'll talk a little about the current show here, 'Hadestown'.

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   Lena Horne Theatre

   7 min

   We'll stop outside the home of 'Six' the musical to talk about that show and one fun personal story about the theater back when it had a different name.

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   Stop 8

   7 min

   We'll step into Times Square to discuss the famous TKTS Box Office, its role in the resurgence of Times Square, and at least four ways to save money on Broadway Tickets.

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   Lunt-Fontanne Theatre

   5 min

   Outside the Lunt-Fontanne, we'll discuss this famous acting duo and a crucial career decision they made. Current show is 'Death Becomes Her' so we'll talk about that too.

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    Richard Rodgers Theatre

    5 min

    Home of 'Hamilton', which you may have heard of. We'll talk about Lin-Manuel Miranda and his place in theater lore.

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    Marquis Theatre

    5 min

    We'll take a short cut through this fun alley and talk about modern theater, technology, typical theater amenities and the current show, 'Stranger Things'. (Possible bathroom break!)

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    Stop 12

    10 min

    The epicenter of Broadway's Theater District. We'll discuss the Shubert Organization, producers, one assassin, and all the shows on this famous block, currently as of March 2026: Giant, Proof, Buena Vista Social Club, The Outsiders, Operation Mincemeat.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.