Theatergoers, rejoice! Another Broadway season is mid-bloom and this spring,
you can expect to see a few new shows fit for the family. Whether your child is
athletic or a fairytale fanatic, here’s a taste of what’s about to hit the
stage.
Godspell
Currently Open
Ages
4 and up
An
exuberant production that’s been revamped for new audiences with pop c
ulture
references, like the Shake Weight and Steve Jobs. Watch as Jesus Christ (Weeds star Hunter Parrish) and his apostles
learn lessons through a series of modern musical numbers ranging from rap to rock
‘n roll. The Circle in the Square
Theatre, 1633 Broadway, godspell.com.
Newsies
Previews begin: March 15
Opening
night: March 29
Ages
6 and up
In
this inspiring musical based on a true story, you’ll meet Jack Kelly (Joyful Noise‘s Jeremy Jordan)—a newsboy striving
for a better life. When two publishing titans raise the newspaper prices, it
sends the newsies into an all-out revolt! Newsies
features music by eight-time Academy Award-winner Alan Menken. Nederlander Theatre, 208 West 41st Street, newsiesthemusical.com.
Magic/Bird
Previews begin: March 21
Opening
night: April 11
Ages
8 and up
From
the people who brought us Lombardi comes
the story of how two intense rivals eventually become close friends. The play
follows the lives of Hall of Famers Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Larry Bird—two
seemingly different men who are both players in one of America’s most popular sports
franchises. Incorporating classic footage throughout the 90-minute performance,
audiences will come to understand how these two athletes formed a tight bond
throughout the NBA draft, playoffs and the Olympics. The perfect lesson in good
sportsmanship. Longacre Theatre, 220
West 48th Street, magicbirdbroadway.com.
Peter And The
Starcatcher
Previews begin: March 28
Opening
night: April 15
Ages
10 and up
Where
did Peter Pan come from and why does he refuse to grow up? Based on the popular
prequel novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson written in 2004, Peter and the Starcatcher is a spin-off of
the classic children’s story that will answer these questions and more. The New
York Theater Workshop version debuted last year and received rave reviews. We
expect big things for Broadway! Brooks
Atkinson Theatre, 256 West 47th Street, peterandthestarcatcher.com.
Where To Buy Discount Tickets
Is a Broadway show outside of your family’s budget? Here are the best places to
score cheap tix.
BroadwayBox – Many of the popular
musicals, like Mary Poppins, are featured
here. Get a discount code for up to 50% off. broadwaybox.com
Givenik – We love anything with
a feel-good twist: 5% of every ticket purchase will be donated to the charity
of your choice. givenik.com
TKTS – Don’t let the
daunting lines deter you. With three booth locations throughout the city (Times Square, South Street Seaport
and Downtown Brooklyn), theatergoers can purchase tickets for both day-of and
next-day performances depending on the booth. tdf.org
