What is it like to work at a Broadway musical?

This answer can be as varied as the shows that have opened and closed on Broadway. My personal experience was one of extreme joy and personal fulfillment. read more

This answer can be as varied as the shows that have opened and closed on Broadway. My personal experience was one of extreme joy and personal fulfillment. I had been working in national tours and regional theaters for the majority of my career in the musical theater when the opportunity to audition for a new Broadway show came up in my area. read more

Historically, musicals on Broadway tend to have longer runs than "straight" (i.e. non-musical) plays. On January 9, 2006, The Phantom of the Opera at the Majestic Theatre became the longest running Broadway musical, with 7,486 performances, overtaking Cats. Audience. Attending a Broadway show is a common tourist activity in New York. read more