How to See Broadway Shows on the Road

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How to See Broadway Shows on the Road

Introduction

The trend of traveling performances of popular Broadway shows has brought high quality theater to millions around the country. You do not have to plan a trip to New York City to see the hottest play or musical because they will likely be in your backyard at some point. The trick to seeing Broadway shows on the road is to plan properly to maximize your budget.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Steps

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Step One

Scout out major theater venues in major cities in your region to determine likely show destinations. You should look at state capitals and large cities within a day's drive to find Broadway-style theaters. These venues typically have an updated website with their year-round schedule.
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Step Two

Read the fine print of traveling shows to determine their union status. Broadway shows that leave New York City for a national tour are members of the Actors' Equity Association, which helps regulate their pay. Less expensive shows are typically non-union acts that form a regional branch of a traveling company.
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Step Three

Subscribe to online newsletters and emails for traveling Broadway shows. Most groups have a MySpace page and website devoted to their upcoming dates or information important for theater fans.
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Step Four

Check out online forums hosted by professional critics and theater aficionados for Broadway show information. These insiders often have information on which shows hit the road to help you see Broadway plays when they come to town.
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Step Five

Purchase tickets for traveling Broadway shows as soon as dates are listed. Popular shows sell out within hours of venue announcements and you need to have tickets in hand before you hit the road.
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Step Six

Attend special postshow parties and events at theater venues to see your favorite performers. These events can be expensive but they allow you to meet road weary actors interested in meeting their fans.
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Step Seven

Make your way to multiple shows in the same city in order to save money on accommodations and other traveling costs. Larger cities will have competing fine arts centers that host various Broadway shows to increase their ticket sales.

Overall Tips & Warnings

  • Collect playbills and promotional material available at regional theaters to continue enjoying Broadway musicals at home. You will receive a program printed by the traveling company and the host theater that typically features glossy photos. Request small posters from the theater staff as the show closes to create an archive of your Broadway experience.
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