Top New York Family-friendly Shows - page 2

Golden Globe® winner Taraji P. Henson (The Color Purple) makes her Broadway debut opposite Cedric the Entertainer (The Neighborhood), returning to the stage in a luminous revival of August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone. Seth and Bertha Holly (Cedric and Henson) keep a warm, orderly home for those navigating uncertain paths. But when a mysterious man named Herald Loomis arrives with his young daughter, the stillness of the house begins to shift. As his past slowly unravels, long-buried truths come to light—and everyone within the house is called to reckon with the meaning of freedom, identity, and belonging. This timeless American classic is set in a Pittsburgh boardinghouse in 1911, during a pivotal era of migration and transformation. As people move in search of opportunity and renewal, they carry with them untold stories—of loss, resilience, and hope.

Step inside Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera. Directed by Tony Award®–winner Diane Paulus, Masquerade is a bold new immersive production of the world’s most haunting love story. Journey through the Paris Opera House in an intimate group and move through the music, the mystery, and the seduction of the Music of the Night.

Jack and Rose’s story isn’t done. It’s Dion. From a basement Off-Broadway to an international phenomenon, Titaníque sails onto Broadway for its grandest voyage yet. Winner of the Olivier Award for Best New Comedy, this global splash hit reimagines Jack and Rose’s timeless love story aboard the ship of dreams through the French-Canadian eyes of someone who was totally there: Céline Dion! (Not the real Céline — but she would approve.) The superstar singer remembers the doomed romance with more shocking twists, mega-diva antics, and face-melting vocals belting her favorite hit songs – and not even an iceberg can stop her. Crazy times call for a kooky krazy musical extravaganza. With a story you’ll never let go, music you know by heart, and the Céline you need, you’d have to live at the bottom of the ocean to miss this strictly limited engagement.

Climb aboard a pedicab—a bicycle-powered cab—for a private ride around New York City's Central Park. Sit back and relax as your guide pedals you past top attractions in the park. Riding in a pedicab will get you around the 843-acre (341-hectare) park much more efficiently than you ever could on foot.

Hailed as “lush, bewitching, and dazzling!” by the New York Times, seeing *The Great Gatsby* live on stage is the ultimate addition to any Big Apple itinerary. Secure your place at this theatrical extravaganza by booking your ticket in advance. You can choose from several different seating options according to your budget.

The legendary true crime story that captivated audiences in the acclaimed film is now a live, pulse-pounding Broadway event. Step back into the sweltering summer of 1972, New York City—a time when the Vietnam War looms large, Watergate headlines flood the news, and one man’s desperate act captivates the nation. Emmy Award winner Jon Bernthal (The Odyssey, The Bear) and two-time Emmy Award winner Ebon Moss-Bachrach (The Fantastic Four: First Steps, The Bear) ignite the stage with grit, heart, and humor.?Witness the gut-wrenching twist as it unfolds, immersing you in the unfiltered chaos of a man—and a city—on the edge. With masterful direction by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold (King Charles III) and written for the stage by Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Stephen Adly Guirgis (Between Riverside and Crazy), Dog Day Afternoon is a raw, gritty reminder of what happens when passion and desperation collide.

Hamilton is one of the hottest hits on Broadway in recent years, meaning tickets often sell out. Avoid disappointment by securing your seat in advance. Awarded multiple Tony awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, the musical focuses on the life of Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. The show runs approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Few New York City experiences are more rewarding than attending a Broadway show—and the new, family-friendly “Buena Vista Social Club” musical is a great choice for fans of Latin dance and music. Prebook tickets in advance to avoid disappointment, and choose a seating area that works best for your preferences and budget. Then, get ready to enjoy an only-in-New-York spectacle.

Swap the typical Broadway musicals for an alternative theater experience in New York City. Guarantee your entry to the show with a prebooked ticket. Get ready for a hilarious take on Shakespeare during this quirky performance by five actors, including one intoxicated cast member who tackles the Bard after having had at least five shots of whiskey.

One actor. One audience. One Million Reasons. Tony Award® winner Daniel Radcliffe returns to the stage in the hilarious and heartwarming play, Every Brilliant Thing. In this one-of-a-kind solo show, a man looks back at his life and the glimmers of hope that carried him through. All told through a list of every wonderful, beautiful, and delightful thing—big, small, and everything in between—that makes life worth living. After being performed in over 80 countries, this beloved hit finally arrives on Broadway for 13 weeks only at the Hudson Theatre.

Escape the crowds and bright lights of Times Square and enjoy an evening of entertainment at an off-Broadway comedy show. Arriving in NYC after a successful London run, "The Play That Goes Wrong" is ideal for or fans of slapstick comedy and British humor. Pre-book your tickets for a hassle-free night at the theater

Experience the magic of a Broadway show while in New York City with this ticket to see *Moulin Rouge*. Prebook to secure your preferred seat and date and plan a night out at the theater. Enjoy one of Broadway’s most glamorous experiences and see Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film come to life on the stage along with live music and striking choreography.

Greetings and salutations! Welcome to Westerberg High, where popularity is a matter of life and death, and Veronica Sawyer is just another of the nobodies dreaming of a better day. But when she’s unexpectedly taken under the wings of the three beautiful and impossibly cruel Heathers, her dreams of popularity finally start to come true. That is until JD, the mysterious teen rebel, turns up and teaches her that it might kill to be a nobody, but it’s murder being a somebody. Please Note: Heathers contains strong language and themes including eating disorders, violence, suicide and sexual violence. Special effects include haze, loud noises (including gunshots), flashing lights, and strobe lights.

Experience a cult classic sci-fi rock musical live on stage while in New York City with this off-Broadway performance of Little Shop of Horrors at the Westside Theatre. This award-winning production features performances by several Grammy and Tony award winners and is sure to be entertaining. With prior sold-out runs, it’s best to book your ticket in advance to guarantee your seat and to avoid disappointment.

Experience the joy of a Harlem gospel concert in person, with a guide who will take care of all the details. Immerse yourself as you dance and sing along to the music of an authentic and professional gospel choir at a Black historic church in New York City’s storied Harlem neighborhood. You and a group will meet up beforehand and enter the church together for the musical fellowship—it’s not a church service so everyone can feel comfortable and welcome to join in.

Catching a Broadway show is a quintessential NYC experience, but taking a chance on last-minute tickets may lead to you wasting precious vacation time in line and potentially facing disappointment. Avoid sellouts with these pre-booked tickets to the much-anticipated musical *Six*, a modern retelling of the story of Henry VIII’s six wives.

Experience live gospel music in Harlem, New York City on a Saturday. Enjoy the uplifting rhythms of soulful performances by world-famous choirs, whose renowned singers will have you standing up, clapping your hands, and stomping your feet. Learn about the history of gospel music and legendary artists from your guide before the show.

Fresh off its lauded run on London’s West End, Operation Mincemeat is a laugh-out-loud musical based on a true story. Book your ticket in advance and head worry-free to the theater to see this hilarious performance. This new musical won the 2024 Olivier Award for Best New Musical and tells the unbelievable story of a secret mission involving a corpse off the coast of Spain that helped the allies win World War II.

*The Lion King* is one of Broadway's hottest musicals, but tickets for this popular show are often in hot demand. Get guaranteed access to the acclaimed stage adaptation of the Disney classic with these pre-booked reservations. Choose from a range of seating selections and showtimes, including weekend, weekday, and matinee options.

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind night out in New York City that combines music, comedy, and more when you book tickets to “Shake, Rattle, and Roll”: an all-request, interactive dueling piano show. Prebooking tickets online lets you benefit from skip-the-line entry, leaving you free to relax and purchase drinks upon arrival. Then, prepare for a wide-ranging evening from roasts and toasts to games and drink giveaways, plus talented piano entertainers.

Oh, Mary! is a dark comedy about a miserable, suffocated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. Unrequited yearning, alcoholism, and suppressed desires abound in this 80-minute one-act play that finally examines the forgotten life and dreams of Mrs. Lincoln, through the lens of an idiot (playwright Cole Escola). Declared “one of the best comedies in years” by The New York Times, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” winner Jinkx Monsoon* stars as Mary Todd Lincoln through September 28. Joining her are Oscar® and Emmy® Award nominee Kumail Nanjiani* (Marvel’s Eternals, The Big Sick), 2025 Emmy Award nominee Michael Urie (Apple TV’s Shrinking, Once Upon a Mattress), Jenn Harris (American Fiction, Elsbeth), and original cast member Tony Macht.

Experience the Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the legendary Rockettes, a dazzling holiday tradition in the heart of NYC. Watch the stage transform into a festive wonderland with dazzling choreography, Santa’s magical journey to the North Pole, and the Parade of the Wooden Soldiers. This package also includes a timed ticket to the 86th-floor observation deck of the Empire State Building.

If you're looking for a laugh, there's nothing better than live comedy—but it's all too easy to miss out on a great set because you can't get tickets to the show. Guarantee your entry and skip the line by pre-booking tickets to Brooklyn's popular Eastville Comedy Club. The venue regularly attracts a top lineup of stand-up comedians—and maybe even a surprise performance from one of New York's legendary comics.

Come One, Come All – The Jellicle Cats are having a Ball. Based on T.S. Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s worldwide phenomenon CATS is reimagined in a production that smashed records, won awards and left New York City purring. And now CATS: The Jellicle Ball ascends to Broadway in a kaleidoscope of glittering spectacle, iconic music and electrifying ballroom choreography that The New York Times calls “a lightning strike that sets joy free!” Cats: The Jellicle Ball is a 2026 Tony Award Winner for Best Costume Design of a Musical, Best Choreography & Best Direction of a Musical