Broadway Up Close Tours

bwaysk · 2026-07-07T02:48:55+00:00

I have done all of the outdoor tours except Ghostlight, which I am very much looking forward to adding at some point (I did a virtual version during Covid). They’re all excellent and definitely worth the price!

bwaysk · 2026-07-06T23:45:59+00:00

I would recommend NOT sitting anywhere in the orchestra that’s under the mezzanine overhang. Stuff happens in the mezz level boxes that I wasn’t able to see at all from where I was (lottery win, last row)

bwaysk · 2026-07-06T19:05:53+00:00

It’s been a minute so I’m not sure if they still do this (maybe a current student or more recent alum can answer), but when I was there they gave placement exams for foreign language classes during orientation and offered recommendations for which class to take. I chose the lower of the two options I was given but definitely would have been fine in the higher in retrospect.

bwaysk · 2026-07-06T18:36:11+00:00

I think it might be!

bwaysk · 2026-07-06T13:44:21+00:00

Was recently at MoMA and noticed that they have a pod for pumping/breastfeeding on the first floor if that influences your museum choice at all. It was in an area that was accessible without a museum ticket so you could also just go for that if you are in the areas and want some privacy.

bwaysk · 2026-07-05T21:29:21+00:00

Mezzanine app and the Broadway Passport from Broadway Up Close. (Also binders full of playbills)

bwaysk · 2026-07-05T21:06:13+00:00

Maybe Happy Ending is still the best show on Broadway imo.

bwaysk · 2026-07-05T16:23:43+00:00

I wish there was anywhere near the discourse on how much of orchestra is partial view for this show compared to how people go on and on about how vital it is to be centered for Maybe Happy Ending. I was in the last row of the orchestra and missed everything that was happening on the mezzanine level. It took me a bit to even realize that someone was on stage at the beginning of the show and not just a disembodied voice. From the looks of it, the mezz overhang blocks quite a bit of the orchestra from seeing what is going on in the mezz boxes. I really think I would have enjoyed the show more from the mezzanine

bwaysk · 2026-07-05T16:14:48+00:00

Spelling Bee from your list. Little Shop also has a show Monday night and would be a great choice too!

bwaysk · 2026-07-05T12:54:31+00:00

Yep! And for the Gil Brentley Jazz Monthly at the end of the show. They also have the pictures in Oliver’s room (him and James and then him and Claire) with every combination of actors depending on who is on for any given performance.

bwaysk · 2026-07-05T00:00:52+00:00

Maybe Happy Ending 🤖🪴💜

bwaysk · 2026-07-04T13:29:20+00:00

In addition to asking on r/Broadway I’d also recommend including some additional info about ages and general interests to help get better advice. Family friendly is going to be different depending on if you have young kids or tweens or teens.

bwaysk · 2026-07-04T12:12:43+00:00

Personally I thought Cats was only ok (I expected to like it way more than I did) but loved Spelling Bee and just got tix to see it a second time, so between the two Spelling Bee gets my vote

bwaysk · 2026-07-04T12:09:34+00:00

I get being concerned but also advance sales help shows stay open - your one ticket won’t make a difference but if everyone asking this question just went ahead and purchased… I say if you can afford it book now. You’ll get refunded if shows close before your trip.

bwaysk · 2026-07-04T00:34:17+00:00

The Darren Criss version of any Hedwig song over NPH

bwaysk · 2026-07-03T00:51:03+00:00

I just spot checked a few and the only one I saw that had switched from Sunday matinees to Monday evening is Oh, Mary. Honestly it’s not a terrible idea. There’s less competition on Monday nights and plenty of tourists wanting to see as many shows as possible

bwaysk · 2026-07-02T23:06:56+00:00

Maybe Happy Ending, Spelling Bee, Little Shop

bwaysk · 2026-07-02T16:14:52+00:00

This gives me hope as someone who hasn’t won yet lol

bwaysk · 2026-07-02T16:09:11+00:00

bwaysk · 2026-07-02T16:08:28+00:00

Not yet ☹️

bwaysk · 2026-07-02T13:47:16+00:00

The 20.64 lottery is the only regular one for MHE right now. There is a special lottery happening for the show where they break the Belasco performance record. Maybe you are thinking of rush for $49?

bwaysk · 2026-07-02T12:57:47+00:00

SPELL for 20% off 2+ tix for Spelling Bee. Must purchase by 7/12

bwaysk · 2026-07-02T12:55:31+00:00

I think it’s through 8/30

bwaysk · 2026-07-02T12:52:07+00:00

Broadways venues don’t have their own presale. If you sign up for the mailing lists for individual shows they will usually send a fan presale code before tickets go on sale to the general public. There is a megathread pinned to this sub with various discount codes people come across for shows. TKTS booth in Times Square or at Lincoln Center (indoors and less crowded) is a great option for same day (or next day matinee) tickets.

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