Hamilton, Wicked and Hadestown all open their doors in the first hours of November, so the Broadway calendar starts with three very different kinds of theatre in one afternoon. Alongside them sit a stranded Newfoundland drama, a Beatles brunch at City Winery and a Very Hungry Caterpillar matinee at the Dr2 Theatre.
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- Hamilton at the Richard Rodgers Theatre
- Wicked at the Gershwin Theatre
- Hadestown at the Walter Kerr Theatre
- Maybe Happy Ending at the Belasco Theatre
- Operation Mincemeat at the John Golden Theatre
- Wanted – The Musical at the James Earl Jones Theatre
- The Lion King at the Minskoff Theatre
- London City Ballet at the Joyce Theater
- Strawberry Fields Beatles Brunch at The Loft at City Winery
- The Very Hungry Caterpillar at Dr2 Theatre
- School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre
Hamilton at the Richard Rodgers Theatre
Sun, Nov 1, 1:00 PM · Richard Rodgers Theatre · from $251
Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hip-hop retelling of Alexander Hamilton remains one of the defining musicals of the last two decades. The score moves quickly between rap battles and ballads, and the staging rewards close attention.
Wicked at the Gershwin Theatre
Sun, Nov 1, 2:00 PM · Gershwin Theatre · from $115
The Oz prequel that follows Elphaba and Glinda is a crowd-pleaser with big voices and big sets. It is a strong choice for a first Broadway visit.
Hadestown at the Walter Kerr Theatre
Sun, Nov 1, 3:00 PM · Walter Kerr Theatre · from $184
Anaïs Mitchell’s folk-tinged retelling of Orpheus and Eurydice blends New Orleans jazz with Greek myth. The show is intimate in tone despite its scale.
Maybe Happy Ending at the Belasco Theatre
Sun, Nov 1, 2:00 PM · Belasco Theatre – NY · from $81
A new musical that has drawn attention for its romantic and emotionally observant writing. It suits audiences looking for something newer than the long-running hits.
Operation Mincemeat at the John Golden Theatre
Sun, Nov 1, 2:00 PM · John Golden Theatre · from $82
A wartime espionage caper told with a small cast and a lot of comic energy. It is one of the more inventive shows on the Broadway list this month.
Wanted – The Musical at the James Earl Jones Theatre
Sun, Nov 1, 1:00 PM · James Earl Jones Theatre · from $70
A musical built around a pop-era score and a fast-moving plot. It is a good pick for listeners who want a high-energy night out.
The Lion King at the Minskoff Theatre
Sun, Nov 1, 1:00 PM · Minskoff Theatre · from $137
Julie Taymor’s staging of Disney’s animated film is a visual spectacle, with puppetry and costume design that carry much of the storytelling. It works for all ages.
London City Ballet at the Joyce Theater
Sun, Nov 1, 2:00 PM · Joyce Theater · from $130
A ballet programme at one of Manhattan’s best-known dance houses, offering a quieter counterpoint to the Broadway houses. It is well suited to dance fans.
Strawberry Fields Beatles Brunch at The Loft at City Winery
Sun, Nov 1, 11:30 AM · The Loft At City Winery – New York City · from $50
A brunch-style tribute to the Beatles, pairing a late-morning meal with live covers of the band’s catalogue. It is a relaxed start to a Sunday or Saturday.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar at Dr2 Theatre
Sun, Nov 1, 9:30 AM · Dr2 Theatre · from $70
Eric Carle’s picture book comes to life for younger children in a short, colourful stage show. It is a good matinee choice for families with toddlers.
School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre
Sun, Nov 1, 2:00 PM · Samuel J. Friedman Theatre · from $117
Jocelyn Bioh’s comedy about teenage rivalry at a Ghanaian boarding school has won wide acclaim. It is sharp, funny and emotionally direct.
Check dates and performance times before you go, and book early for weekend matinees, which sell out quickly.
