There are thirty-nine theaters on Broadway, but hundreds of musicals ranging from Cats to Hairspray to The Lion King have swept through the New York City’s Theater District. American theater finally became available to patrons around 1750 providing ballad operas and Shakespeare. Times Square did not become the musical theater mecca until the early 1900s where the stages exist today. Known as The Great White Way, for the lights that illuminated the night streets, Broadway has become one of the top tourist attractions in New York with over twelve million audience members each year. With catchy songs, ornate costumes and enthralling plot lines, anyone is sure to enjoy the many shows Broadway has to offer. Get your tickets today to your favorite Broadway musical or a Tony award winning play!