Featured Events in New York in February, 2024(December Updated)

Go far beyond our own blue planet and marvel at the latest discoveries about our cosmic neighbors. Immersive visualizations of distant worlds. Groundbreaking space missions. Breathtaking scenes depicting the evolution of our solar system.

From the MINDS that brought The Play That Goes Wrong and Peter Pan Goes Wrong to Broadway comes the hilarious new comedy by Mischief!

Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Pop the champagne and prepare for the spectacular spectacular... Welcome to Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza. A theatrical celebration of truth, beauty, freedom and—above all—LOVE, Moulin Rouge! is more than a musical; it is a state of mind.

Two singers at the height of their powers—radiant soprano Nadine Sierra and tenor sensation Benjamin Bernheim—come together as the star-crossed lovers in Gounod’s sumptuous Shakespeare adaptation, with Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin on the podium to conduct one of the repertoire’s most romantic scores. Bartlett Sher’s towering staging also features baritone Will Liverman and tenor Frederick Ballentine as the archrivals Mercutio and Tybalt, mezzo-soprano Samantha Hankey as the mischievous pageboy Stéphano, and bass-baritone Alfred Walker as Frère Laurent.

Blue Man Group is a performance art company founded in 1987 by Matt Goldman, Phil Stanton, and Chris Wink. The group is known for their theatrical shows, which combine music, comedy, and multimedia theatrics. The Blue Man Group consists of performers painted entirely in blue, wearing black clothing, and bald caps.

Broadway performances refer to stage art performances such as musicals and dramas staged in the Broadway area of Manhattan, New York City, USA. Broadway performances are world-renowned for their high-quality, high-level performances and exquisite productions, and are deeply loved and sought after by audiences of different ages. The history of Broadway performances can be traced back to the 19th century, when many theaters appeared in the Broadway area and became an important center of American drama. After years of development, Broadway stage art has become one of the most famous and representative stage arts in the world, attracting millions of audiences every year. Broadway performances cover various types of performances, including musicals, dramas, musicals, etc., among which musicals are the most famous. Broadway musicals usually feature exquisite music, gorgeous dances and wonderful plots, telling stories of various themes, and are enthusiastically sought after by audiences from all over the world. All in all, the Broadway show is a wonderful performance not to be missed, which will bring the audience unforgettable audio-visual enjoyment and profound artistic experience.

The critically acclaimed bestselling novel Water for Elephants comes to vivid life on Broadway in a unique, spectacle-filled new musical. After losing what matters most, a young man jumps a moving train unsure of where the road will take him and finds a new home with the remarkable crew of a traveling circus, and a life—and love—beyond his wildest dreams. Seen through the eyes of his older self, his adventure becomes a poignant reminder that if you choose the ride, life can begin again at any age. Directed by Tony Award® nominee Jessica Stone (Kimberly Akimbo), with a book by three-time Tony nominee Rick Elice (Jersey Boys, Peter and the Starcatcher) adapted from Sara Gruen’s novel, and a soaring score by the acclaimed PigPen Theatre Co., Water for Elephants unites innovative stagecraft with the very best of Broadway talent in an authentic and deeply moving new musical that invites us all to give ourselves to the unknown.

Once Upon a One More Time is a new Broadway musical that tells the story of a group of fairytale princesses who gather for a book club meeting, only to discover that their lives are not as perfect as they seem. When a fairy godmother grants their wish to read a new book, they are transported to a world where they must confront their own desires and fears. With a score featuring the music of Britney Spears, Once Upon a One More Time is a fun and empowering musical that celebrates the strength and resilience of women.

In 1996, the musical "Chicago" began to perform on Broadway and was a great success. So far, "Chicago" has performed in 261 cities around the world. Its main song "Jazz Spring and Autumn" has been adapted into five languages and released worldwide. Currently, "Chicago" is one of the longest-running musicals still on Broadway along with "Les Miserables," "Ghost of the Opera," and "Beauty and the Beast." Since its inception, "Chicago" has won more than 50 important awards for its superb artistic quality and exquisite production and performance. These include Tony, Grammy, Oliver and Helpman awards. The film of the same name based on it was nominated for 13 Oscars and finally won 6 awards including Best Picture.

"Don Giovanni" is an opera in two acts composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart with a libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte. The story follows the life of the infamous Don Giovanni, a seductive and immoral nobleman who uses his charm and power to seduce and betray women. His actions eventually catch up to him, leading to a dramatic confrontation with his past victims and a supernatural punishment.

The New Amsterdam Theatre was designed by architects Hertfordshire & Talent and is an old Broadway theatre. Aladdin's beloved story brings thrilling drama to life in this bold new music. With the flash of the magic lamp, Aladdin's journey sweeps you into an exotic world full of daring adventures, comedy classics and timeless romance. It's an unforgettable experience that includes everything from Oscar-winning scores to cherished songs and more special writing on Broadway.

Welcome to opening night of the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society’s newest production, The Murder at Haversham Manor. This 1920s whodunit has everything you never wanted in a Broadway show—a ramshackle set, a leading lady with a concussion, and a corpse that can’t play dead. It’s a classic murder mystery… and it’s a mystery how it ever got to Broadway!

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over!

He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry has finally arrived on Broadway in a brand-new musical. Centered around the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, and created by Tony Award(R)-winning director/choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Jackson into legendary status. Turn it up, Broadway—MJ is here!

"Back to the Future: The Musical" is a stage musical adaptation of the iconic 1985 sci-fi movie "Back to the Future". The story follows Marty McFly as he travels back in time from 1985 to 1955 in a DeLorean time machine created by his friend. Along the way, he meets his parents as teenagers and must ensure that they fall in love and unite in order to secure his own existence in the future.

What’s your fantasy? Ana knows that everybody has one—her especially, and she’d do anything to make it come true. And when she meets Jonah, a sweet and caring student at her boarding school, everything she’s ever wanted is finally falling into place. Except Jonah, like everything else in this moving world premiere play from Rachel Bonds, is not all that he seems. A singularly haunting and heart-racing coming-of-age tale that will keep you guessing until its final twisting moments, Jonah is about the true cost of survival, and the lengths some will travel to feel just a little less alone in the world. Danya Taymor directs.

From a young age, acclaimed Pop artist David Hockney (British, b. 1937) cemented his reputation as one of the most innovative and experimental artists of his generation. Hockney/Origins: Early Works from the Roy B. and Edith J. Simpson Collection examines the early period of Hockney’s career in depth, from his time as a student at the Royal College of Art in London during the early 1960s to his formative years in the 1970s.

Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s landmark musical tells the tale of a resourceful pie shop owner and a vengeful barber out for blood. After he’s sent away by a corrupt judge, Sweeney returns to London years later seeking his long-lost family, and forms an unlikely partnership with Mrs. Lovett, who serves up pies underneath his former shop. Together, they wreak havoc on Fleet Street and serve up the hottest – and most unsettling – pies in London.

Called the King of Kimono Comedy, Rakugo is the 400-year-old Japanese traditional art of comic storytelling. Currently, there are only 800 Rakugo Masters. Hailing from Canada, Sunshine is the only Western Rakugo Master globally and star of NHK Worldwide; he is hilarious, charming, universally funny, and very Japanese. Sunshine is the perfect performer to bridge the East and the West gap in an entertaining style. Critics have raved. "A delight, Katsura Sunshine's Rakugo is funny and exciting. If you're looking for a good way to laugh and forget your troubles, this is the show for you!" and "Funny and delightfully intimate with a feeling of improvisation that makes it easy to love."

The Gazillion Bubble Show is a live, interactive performance that showcases the mesmerizing art of creating bubbles. The show features a variety of bubble-related acts, including creating bubbles within bubbles, giant bubbles that encapsulate audience members, and even bubble sculptures that float and dance around the stage. The performers use a range of props, including wands, hoops, and even their bare hands, to create an incredible variety of shapes and sizes of bubbles.

The show is a modern retelling of William Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet, but with a twist - it explores an alternative ending where Juliet doesn't die and instead sets out to discover her own identity and independence.

Hamilton is the story of the unlikely Founding Father determined to make his mark on the new nation as hungry and ambitious as he is. From orphan to Washington's right-hand man, rebel to war hero, a loving husband caught in the country's first sex scandal, to the Treasury head who made an untrusting world believe in the American economy. George Washington, Eliza Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson and Hamilton's lifelong friend/foil Aaron Burr all make their mark in this astonishing new musical exploration of a political mastermind.

Tosca is, ultimately, the story of a woman who wants to create beauty and to love, but who is swept up in the storm of history.

Kelli O’Hara and Brian d’Arcy James star in Days of Wine and Roses, a searing new musical about a couple falling in love in 1950s New York and struggling against themselves to build their family.

Hadestown intertwines two mythic tales—that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone—as it invites you on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers and singers, Hadestown is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go.

L'Elisir d'Amore is an Italian opera composed by Gaetano Donizetti. The opera tells the story of a young man named Nemorino who is in love with a beautiful and wealthy woman named Adina. In order to win Adina's heart, Nemorino buys a love potion from a traveling salesman named Dulcamara. The potion turns out to be fake, but Nemorino's belief in its power and the jealousy it inspires in Adina ultimately leads to their union. L'Elisir d'Amore is known for its beautiful arias and duets, as well as its lighthearted and humorous plot.