Whenever you think of all the plays that graced Broadway, there are, for sure, several titles that easily pop into your head. Here is my list of the best Broadway hits of all time:
Wicked
Selected by viewers as the best musical of 2007, Wicked has broken box-office records around the world. This play tells the untold story of the “Wizard of Oz’s” Wicked Witch of the West, some time before Dorothy came to Oz. It is based on Gregory Maguire’s “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West.”
Les Miserables
This is the longest running play in London. A Victor Hugo masterpiece, “Les Miserables” is winner of eight 1987 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The story is set in 19th Century France and tells the struggles of an ex-convict and his quest for redemption.
Cats
“Cats” is the second longest-running musical on Broadway. The musical has been presented in countries all over the world and has been translated into more than 20 languages. The story is focused on the Jellicle Cats and their life stories.
The Lion King
The musical is based on the 1994 Disney animated film, “The Lion King.” The Broadway show won six 1998 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and is the recipient of “Winners of Many Viewers’ Choice Awards.” The story is about a young lion prince exiled after his father’s murder.
The Phantom of the Opera
The longest running show in Broadway history—started in 1988. It was a consistent sell-out and favorite in New York. Winner of seven 1988 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, “The Phantom of the Opera” tells the story of a disfigured musical genius, who becomes obsessed with a beautiful soprano.
Hi! I’m Joshua B. Eaves, a theater geek who found a career as a technical operations specialist in theatrical productions. Follow me on Twitter for more Broadway-related posts.
Wicked
Selected by viewers as the best musical of 2007, Wicked has broken box-office records around the world. This play tells the untold story of the “Wizard of Oz’s” Wicked Witch of the West, some time before Dorothy came to Oz. It is based on Gregory Maguire’s “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West.”
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Les Miserables
This is the longest running play in London. A Victor Hugo masterpiece, “Les Miserables” is winner of eight 1987 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The story is set in 19th Century France and tells the struggles of an ex-convict and his quest for redemption.
Cats
“Cats” is the second longest-running musical on Broadway. The musical has been presented in countries all over the world and has been translated into more than 20 languages. The story is focused on the Jellicle Cats and their life stories.
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The Lion King
The musical is based on the 1994 Disney animated film, “The Lion King.” The Broadway show won six 1998 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and is the recipient of “Winners of Many Viewers’ Choice Awards.” The story is about a young lion prince exiled after his father’s murder.
The Phantom of the Opera
The longest running show in Broadway history—started in 1988. It was a consistent sell-out and favorite in New York. Winner of seven 1988 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, “The Phantom of the Opera” tells the story of a disfigured musical genius, who becomes obsessed with a beautiful soprano.
Hi! I’m Joshua B. Eaves, a theater geek who found a career as a technical operations specialist in theatrical productions. Follow me on Twitter for more Broadway-related posts.
