There are MANY hidden ways to get cheap, discounted, and even free Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Broadway tickets in New York City…some as low as $4.00! I have lived in New York all my life and can share these secrets firsthand! Here are my picks for some of the ways to get discount Broadway theater tickets. Why pay more?
Automobile Club of America
Show your card and receive discounted tickets to Murdered by the Mob on Broadway, any show at the New Victory Theater (great kids’ shows), The Lion King (my favorite), Mary Poppins, Radio City Christmas Spectacular and many others.
broadway box
This is a great resource for discount codes for Broadway theater tickets and off-Broadway show tickets.
Costco
The store that invented the 100-pack of toilet paper also offers discounts of up to 50% on concerts, theater and sporting events. If you are a member, please log in using the link above and click on Services, followed by Event Tickets. Who knows? Discount Broadway Theater Tickets at Costco!
entertainment book
Use Entertainment Book tickets for one absolutely free ticket when you buy tickets to any show at the Abingdon Theatre, the Women’s Project or the American Theater of Actors.
Gold star
A free membership gives you access to a host of discounted Broadway theater tickets…and other great outings! Amazing website!
Hospital hearings
Provides very low cost and discounted tickets to Broadway shows for those requiring physical accessibility, people with all disabilities, and the ‘On the Go’ senior guide provides information on senior discounts. You’ll also find helpful information including passenger boarding zone locations, theaters that offer wheelchair seating, accessible restrooms, transportation for people with disabilities on specially designed Omni buses, and more.
High 5 Tix
Teens can get $5 tickets to a host of theaters, museums, and concerts. An adult or friend can tag along with each teen for the same $5! Given that it costs $20 just to get into the Museum of Modern Art (can you believe it?), this is a real find! Plus, Blue Man Tubes is featured for 1 cent several times a year! (No, that’s not a typo!) Check back often, as popular shows and events sell out very quickly. This is a great source for students looking for discount Broadway theater tickets plus!
hip tix
Young professionals, ages 18-35, can get $20 advance tickets to any show at the Roundabout Theater Company. Membership, which is free, also includes invitations to after-show parties with Broadway stars!
Hit Show Club
Discounted Broadway theater tickets (and off-Broadway too!), some with restaurants too!
Kids Night on Broadway
Youth ages 6-18 can see a participating Broadway show to FREE when accompanied by an adult who pays the total!! Kids’ Night on Broadway is now year-round and takes place on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the year. In addition, participating restaurants will offer a free entree for each child accompanied by an adult who purchases a regular-price entree. This is a fantastic opportunity to expose your children to Broadway. Your children will also benefit from seeing so many other children enjoying the arts!
LunchTix
Receive a daily email with great discounts to “break the doors of the theater”. Offers available from 8 am to 3 pm that day (at the end of lunch).
Tickets for shows in New York
A ticket clearinghouse offering 45% discounts, buy one get one free deals, and fast tickets.
School Theater Ticket Program
You can access their website to order discount tickets for Broadway shows. Or, pick up your coupons at libraries and schools and take them to theater box offices or call the box office to get your tickets. You’ll find discounts for most of the best Broadway and Off-Broadway shows.
strong headed
Get half-price tickets to theater, music, sports, comedy, family and other events. Simply register your email and you’ll be notified of available events, including many discounted Broadway theater tickets.
Program
You’ll find discount Broadway show tickets and Off-Broadway show tickets for a wide variety of productions. Great choices!
play to play
Pay $99 per year and receive access to a daily slate of free shows, sporting events, comedy clubs, concerts, conferences, dance recitals and more. Pay a service charge of $4.00 per ticket. The annual fee is amortized with the first use. This is my favorite club. Last year we attended many basketball games, the circus, a comedy club, a cabaret show, and various shows on and off Broadway. Even if you’re visiting for a week, it’s worth joining. Check daily and continuously; but usually after 1:00 pm. If you find what you’re looking for, buy it right away because events can sell out in minutes. You’ll have a wider selection of off-Broadway theater most of the time, but the elements pop up all the time!
BIG SCORE!
A new way to save 10%-70% on great tickets to top sporting events, concerts, theater and more. As a member, you have access to thousands of live events, always pay below retail price for each ticket, and never pay any fees. Become a member today… FREE!
TDF vouchers
Buy four coupons for $36 and get access to a lineup of off-Broadway theater and music and dance events featuring emerging talent.
Theater Development Fund
Pay a $30 annual fee and sign in to a wide range of great Broadway, Off-Broadway, Off-Broadway concerts, concerts, dance recitals, and more. The capture? You must be a full-time student, full-time teacher, union member, retiree, civil service employee, nonprofit staff member, performing arts professional, or member of the military or clergy. Broadway shows are around $30, depending on the show, and there’s usually a good selection. Is it worth the investment. I have been a member for years and have seen many of the greatest successes with this discount group.
theatermania
Get great discount codes that you can redeem when buying theater tickets at the theater, online, or over the phone.
ticket master
You can use Ticketmaster to buy theater tickets for almost any show, but especially when you’ve earned discount coupons. I’d rather go to the deal box to avoid the fees, but sometimes you don’t have a choice. You can also use your membership card to get a discount through Ticketmaster!
TKTS discount booth
The Theater Development Fund offers 3 discount box offices for tickets only for the day of performance. You’ll save 20-50% on each ticket; usually 50%. You’ll find a great selection of discount Broadway (and Off-Broadway) theater tickets at these booths. Arrive early at the booths. The lines are long but they move very fast. And… I’ve put some really nice people on these lines!
theater extras
Pay an annual fee of $99 and receive access to a wide variety of free shows including Broadway, Off-Broadway, museums, comedy clubs, music, sporting events, etc. Pay a service charge of $4 per ticket. This group offers a wide variety of off Broadway, sometimes Broadway, comedy, sports, similar to Play-by-Play. However, it offers items that go beyond Play-by-Play, like gourmet and wine events, Met baseball tickets, and more. Definitely well worth the price.
travel zoo
You may be wondering why I have included this site. No, it’s not a mistake! I encourage you to visit this site by clicking on the link above and then clicking on “Entertainment Offers” and finally “New York City”. You’ll be able to choose from a host of discount Broadway theater ticket deals!