Broadway Box Office Roars: Stars Pack Theaters

Broadway experienced a robust week of ticket sales for the period ending October 25, 2026. Major productions featuring star power, such as Billy Crystal's 860 and Julia Louis-Dreyfus's Other Desert Cities, reported sold-out performances and seven-figure grosses, contributing to the overall theater district's success. The week's total gross revenue for 32 Broadway productions amounted to $33,966,016, a figure on par with the previous week, though down approximately 8% year-over-year.

Hamilton and Other Desert Cities emerged as top earners, with grosses exceeding $2.5 million and $2.2 million respectively. Other notable performers included Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, The Lion King, and MJ, all achieving substantial weekly earnings. Ticket prices also reflected high demand, with Other Desert Cities averaging over $290 per seat. Overall attendance for the week stood at 262,928, a slight increase from the prior week but a decrease of 5% compared to the same period last year.

Several new shows commenced previews, adding to the diverse offerings on Broadway. These included The Imaginary Invalid, Wanted, Downstate, and The Fantasticks. Looking ahead, the season-to-date gross has reached $696,438,425, representing an 8% decrease from the previous season. The Broadway League provides these box office figures, highlighting the ongoing economic dynamics of live theater in New York City.