During your stay in New Yorkhow about going and discovering the musical adaptation of one of cinema’s greatest popular hits? For several years, the musical comedy Back to the Future met with great success. During 2.5 hours of show, you will relive the adventures of Marty a you Docpunctuated by all the great pieces of one of the most famous soundtracks of the 7th Art.
One of the biggest hits of the 80s adapted for Broadway
Back to the Future is an iconic film, and that’s an understatement to say. The saga of Robert Zemeckis propelled Michael J.Fox et Christopher Lloyd to the rank of stars, and entered popular culture, to the point that even American President Ronald Reagan used the term “Back to the Future” in one of his speeches. Its Band Originalecomposed by Alan Silvestriis one of the most famous in the history of cinema, alongside that of other illustrious sagas such as Indiana Jones, Stars Wars and Harry Potter 🧙
Over the years, Back to the Future has been adapted into novels, an animated series, comics, video games and even an attraction in the famous Parc des Studios Universal in Los Angeles.
Since 2020, it is the turn of Broadway to host an adaptation of this cult work. First performed in Manchester, it was then exported to London and New York.
The adaptation was carried out by Bob Galethe screenwriter of the trilogy, and Alan Silvestri worked on the arrangements. The show takes up the cult themes of the films as well as certain songs that can be heard there, such as Johnny B. Goode et The Power of Love.
Since the arrival of this musical at the Winter Garden Theater on Broadway, it has been a success. It must be said that all the elements are there: sets, singing, live music, choreography, comedy… Back to the Future has already won several prestigious awards such as the BroadwayWorld Award for best musical.
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Are you leaving for New York soon? Take the opportunity to go see one of the Broadway musicals during your trip to New York! It’s a must-do activity in the Big Apple and there’s something for all tastes and ages with classics like The Lion King or the musical comedy Aladdin. You can also opt for an original creation like Hamilton. In any case, do not forget to book your tickets in advance to be sure of having a place on the day and time you want.
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How much do tickets for the musical Back to the Future cost?
The price of the ticket to attend this great Broadway show varies greatly depending on the date of performanceof the reservation date and theemplacement in the theater.
However, Back to the Future is one of the most affordable shows on Broadway. By booking early enough, you will be able to find places from $50 approximately (€45). For last minute reservations at the best locations, you will have to pay more at least $150 (137 €) 🎟️
Where to buy tickets to see Back to the Future on Broadway?
If you wish buy your tickets on siteyou will have to go to the ticket office in front of the theater during opening hours.
Unlike the biggest Broadway hits, Back to the Future is not systematically sold out. However, if you wait too long, it will be a bit of a lottery and you can never be sure of being able to attend the show on the day you want, and even less of being able to choose your seats.
Photo from the official website
Photo from the official website
This is why the best solution is undoubtedly to book a ticket for the musical Back to the Future online. If you plan a few weeks in advance, you will probably be able to choose the location that suits you without any problem.
By booking online, your tickets can be received by email (to be kept on a smartphone or printed on paper), or collected on site 30 minutes before the start of the show.
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How to choose the right place to attend the musical Back to the Future?
The Winter Garden Theatre is a fairly prestigious venue, which has been modernized to offer all spectators the most pleasant experience possible. There are no locations where the view is truly obstructed, which is not always the case in historic Broadway theaters.
However, not all places are equal. You will have the choice between places Orchestracloser to the stage, and the seats Mezzaninefurther away, but which are really not necessarily less good for all that. On the contrary, the Mezzanine area has the advantage of being more inclined, so you will be less likely to be bothered by the person sitting in front of you.
Only the most eccentric places, which are on the balconies those closest to the stage do not allow you to enjoy a full view.
Practical information
Who is the musical Back to the Future for?
This musical all public is obviously aimed at all the people who appreciated the films in this saga, and especially the first. More generally, it is a great epic that will fascinate young and old alike. Count approximately 2 h 35 with an intermission for the entire show.
Some comedy passages require a correct understanding of Englishbut even non-English speakers will be able to easily follow the story if they are familiar with the film.
The children of less than 4 years old are not accepted in the Winter Garden Theater. The show is suitable for the whole family from 6 years old (a good level of English or knowledge of the film is recommended).
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Where is the Winter Garden Theater?
The Winter Garden Theater is a historic Broadway theater, opened in 1911. It is located between 50th and 51st Streets, at 1634 Broadway.
Several stations subway in New York are nearby:
- 50th Street/8th Avenue (Lines C and E)
- 50th Street/Broadway (Ligne 1)
- 49th Street/7 th Avenue (Lignes N, R et W)
The Winter Garden Theater offers performances Monday to Sunday at varying times: 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. or 8 p.m. (sometimes with 2 performances on the same day)
The history of the musical Back to the Future
The story that is told to us in this musical show repeats that of the first cinematographic part of the saga.
Marty McFlya young carefree teenager, is invited by the eccentric scientist Emmett Brownwho wishes to present his brilliant invention to him: a DeLorean transformed into time machine 🏎️
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Following unforeseen events, Marty finds himself propelled 30 years in the past and will have to find a way to return to the present. But the slightest modification of the past could lead to terrible changes, preventing Marty’s birth and even causing a rupture in the space-time continuum… ⏳
