Story and Secrets of Broadway Small Group Experience

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

You’ve seen the shows on stage at Broadway — now, let us take you backstage with a small group to experience the history and inner workings of theater’s most iconic street. Visit historic theatres like the St. James, Shubert and New Amsterdam to hear how the stars of Broadway emerged. Walk through Shubert Alley and stop by historic restaurants like Sardi’s and 54 Below that are still home to Broadway traditions and talent discovery. Blend past and present as you uncover why Broadway is New York’s theater district while also learning where shows currently perform and how to get last minute tickets — the backstage of Broadway today.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Small group (8 or fewer people) to ensure a personalized experience

Visit historic Broadway theaters like the Shubert and New Amsterdam

Licensed professional guide

If you’re seeing a show in the evening, your guide will bring you to your theater

Step through locations that are home to today’s Broadway traditions like Shubert Alley

Go “backstage” to the hotspots where producers discover talent like Sardi’s and 54 Below

Gratuities

What To Expect

George M. Cohan Statue

Meet your guide at the Times Square statue of George M. Cohan, the man who invented the idea of Broadway, to hear about the origins of New York's theater district.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Shubert Theatre

Walk down the Shubert Alley, the most famous alley, in the theater world, and learn about the Shuberts, the brothers and later lawyers who saved Broadway many times.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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