Nine of the most exciting Broadway experiences for spring

Nine exciting Broadway experiences await travellers to New York City this spring.

The Notebook, a new musical based on the best-selling novel and iconic film, follows Allie and Noah, both from different worlds, as they share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. Opening on Mar.14, 2024 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, the tearjerking story is sure to touch the hearts of cinephiles and Broadway lovers alike, with music and lyrics penned by indie-pop artist Ingrid Michaelson.

Water for Elephants is a captivating new musical adaptation inspired by The New York Times bestselling novel. Set against the backdrop of a Depression-era circus, the enchanting show celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of love amidst the most extraordinary of circumstances. Opening on Mar. 21, 2024 at the Imperial Theatre, audiences will be transported to a bygone era, where the wonders of the circus come to life.

Opening at the Nederlander Theatre on Mar. 28, 2024, The Who’s Tommy brings rock back to Broadway. Based on the iconic album by The Who, the show embodies the essence of rock ‘n’ roll rebellion, complete with unforgettable music and a thought provoking storyline. It’s a must-see for visitors looking to rock the night away.

Set in Oklahoma in 1967, The Outsiders tells the seminal tale about a fight for survival and a quest for purpose in an unaccepting world. Audience members will find themselves immersed in this compelling story of resilience and the bonds that brothers share when the gripping new musical opens at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on Apr. 11, 2024.

Lempicka is a sweeping musical based on the life of Tamara de Lempicka, a Polish Art Deco portrait painter. Spanning decades of political and personal turmoil, fascism, and bohemia, Lempicka is told through a pop-infused score, inspiring travellers of all ages. Opening at the Long acre Theatre on Apr.14, 2024, the musical boldly explores the contradictions of a world in crisis, a woman ahead of her era, and a trailblazing artist whose time has finally come.

A profound cultural experience for New York City visitors, Suffs is an exhilarating new musical opening at the Music Box Theatre on Apr. 18, 2024. Led by a cast of women and non-binary performers, the inspiring musical takes audiences on a journey through the history of the women’s suffrage movement starting in 1913, shedding light on the remarkable individuals and events that paved the way for gender equality.

For travellers seeking to immerse themselves in the culture and heartbeat of New York City, Hell’s Kitchen, a gritty and electrifying musical created by 15-time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys, opens at Shubert Theatre on Apr. 20, 2024. This compelling coming-of-age story invites audience members to chase their dreams, honor their roots, find their identity, and develop their voices.

The Heart of Rock and Roll is a new musical comedy opening on Apr. 22, 2024 at the James Earl Jones Theatre that is ignited by the timeless hits of Huey Lewis and The News. The raucous rom-com follows the journey of two thirty-somethings who thought they had life figured out until they discover each other. Travellers are sure to find themselves getting lost in the nostalgia of the past as they relate to this timeless journey of love and self-discovery, with laughs along the way.

Based on F Scott Fitzgerald’s 1925 novel, The Great Gatsby brings mysterious millionaires and valuable lessons to the Broadway Theatre when it opens on Apr. 25, 2024. The show takes audiences back to the heyday of the Roaring 20s, a time of partying, passion, and excitement, inviting travellers to immerse themselves in the world of one of the most beloved literary masterpieces of all time.

To ensure they are able to see one of the shows at the top of their list this year, travellers are advised to book their tickets in advance through the Broadway Collection website.