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What Broadway shows are currently playing in NYC?

Here are the Broadway shows that are currently running in New York City (as of my knowledge cutoff in September 2022). Please note that this list is subject to change and new shows may have opened since then, so it's best to check official sources for the most up-to-date information:

- Hadestown: A retelling of the ancient Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice set to a soulful contemporary folk/bluegrass score.

- Hamilton: A hip-hop musical based on the life of Alexander Hamilton, one of the founding fathers of the United States.

- The Lion King: A beloved Disney musical based on the animated film of the same name, featuring stunning visuals and beautiful songs.

- Wicked: A prequel to the classic tale of "The Wizard of Oz," focusing on the relationship between Glinda the Good Witch and Elphaba the Wicked Witch of the West.

- Chicago: A musical set in the 1920s, following the lives of two vaudeville performers who commit murder and become celebrities in the process.

- Come From Away: A heartwarming musical based on the true story of the town of Gander, Newfoundland, which took in thousands of stranded airline passengers after the September 11th attacks.

- Moulin Rouge! The Musical: A lavish adaptation of the 2001 Baz Luhrmann film, featuring a mix of popular music and original songs.

- The Music Man: A revival of the classic 1957 musical, about a con man who arrives in a small town and pretends to be a traveling music professor.

- Six: A feminist musical that retells the story of the six wives of Henry VIII from their perspective.

- Tina: The Tina Turner Musical: A biographical musical based on the life and career of the legendary singer Tina Turner.

These are just a few of the many Broadway shows currently playing in New York City. To stay up-to-date on the latest shows and schedules, I recommend checking the official websites of the Broadway League or individual theater companies.

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