Seeing a show together is always a fun family activity, but ticket prices add up fast. However, you don’t have to break the bank to get to Broadway—if you know where to look. Check out the sites and resources below for affordable deals on theater tickets around the city. Break a leg!
BroadwayBox.com: Discounts run up to $70 for off-Broadway and Broadway shows. broadwaybox.com
Givenik: Get discounted tickets with a charitable twist—when you purchase tickets to on-and off-Broadway shows (group rates are also offered), Givenik donates to an organization of your choice. givenik.com
Head Out: For the last-minute planner, the Head Out app offers discounted prices for various shows that same night. headout.com
High 5: Teens 13-18 can receive tickets to a show for $5. With each ticket purchased, they can bring an adult for the same discounted price. Be sure to have a valid school ID. highfivetix.org
Kids Night On Broadway (KNOB): Kids ages 6-18 can see a Broadway show for free during this annual promotion, which happens in January! Over 20 shows have offered KNOB tickets. Children must be accompanied by a full-paying adult. kidsnightonbroadway.com
Lunchtix.com: Register for daily e-mails to receive deals to local theaters. There is only a limited amount of time to purchase tickets, so purchase early! lunchtix.com/New-York
Playbill.com: Playbill members receive access to discounts through daily emails. playbill.com
Rush, Lottery, Standing Room Only: Get to your desired show’s box office as soon as it opens for discounted prices. Be sure to have a valid picture ID. Prices and seats vary depending on the show. playbill.com
School Theater Ticket Program: Discounted coupons are offered for organizations, schools, camps, and non-profit organizations. schooltix.com
TDF membership: Access to off-Broadway and Broadway productions at discounted prices are at your fingertips: Sign up and see if you are eligible for the Theater Development Fund! Eligible members will receive discounted ticket prices from $9-45. The monthly fee for members is $30. tdf.org
TheaterMania.com: Discounted prices to off-Broadway and Broadway shows are available daily. Become a member for special services. theatermania.com
TKTS: In the city and want to go to a Broadway show ASAP? Head to one of three TKTS booths, located in Times Square, at South Street Seaport, and in Downtown Brooklyn. Times Square sells tickets for all day performances while South Street Seaport and Downtown Brooklyn only have evening shows available. tdf.org
Travelzoo.com: The New York entertainment section of this site offers an abundance of discounted tickets to shows and other family activities. travelzoo.com
To read our 2015 Theater & Live Performance Guide, click here.
