As Broadway heads into its final pre-Tony weeks, the box office is experiencing a surge in sales. Last week saw a 7% increase in box office revenue compared to the previous week, with a total of $36,011,651 grossed by the 35 shows on Broadway. This marks a 16% increase over the same period last season, signaling a strong finish for the current Broadway season.
Nine shows on Broadway sold out last week, including the two most-nominated productions for the upcoming Tony Awards. “Stereophonic” and “Hell’s Kitchen” both garnered 13 Tony nominations each, with ticket prices for these two musicals exceeding $200 per seat on average. “Hell’s Kitchen” grossed an impressive $1,638,208, while “Stereophonic” brought in $872,337. The average ticket prices for these shows were around $140, showcasing the high demand for these critically acclaimed productions.
Two other sell-out productions, “Merrily We Roll Along” and “Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club,” boasted average ticket prices well above the overall average of $124. “Merrily We Roll Along” grossed $1,762,019, with an average ticket price of $228, while “Cabaret” brought in $1,899,832 with an average ticket price of $222.28. These high average ticket prices reflect the popularity and success of these shows on Broadway.
In addition to the top-grossing productions, other shows on Broadway also performed well last week. “Hamilton” grossed $1,905,404, “The Outsiders” pulled in $1,101,598, and “An Enemy of the People” brought in $1,047,796. These productions, along with others like “Hadestown” and “Mother Play,” contributed to the overall success of Broadway in the final weeks leading up to the Tony Awards.
“Uncle Vanya” saw a significant increase in box office revenue after Steve Carell returned to the stage following a brief absence due to illness. The play grossed $1,011,205, showing the impact of star power on ticket sales. On the other hand, “The Heart of Rock and Roll” and “Patriots” were among the lowest grossing productions last week, indicating the competitive nature of the Broadway market.
Overall, Broadway is heading into the Tony Awards season on a high note, with record-breaking sales and strong performances across the board. As the theater community gears up for the big night on June 16, the excitement and anticipation are palpable on Broadway.