NEW YORK CITY — Broadway generated $1.91 billion in ticket sales during the 2025-2026 season. After adjusting for an extra week in the prior season, grosses increased by 3.5% and attendance rose by 1.8%.
The average ticket price for the season was $131, a 1.7% increase. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York's beige book has referenced Broadway as an economic indicator nearly a dozen times over the past twenty years, stating in April that ticket sales remained strong. Jason Laks, president of The Broadway League, said, "Even in a challenging economic environment, Broadway remained [...] on par with last season, reflecting both the resilience of this industry and the connection audiences feel to these productions."
Broadway opened 35 new productions during the 2025-2026 season, consisting of 12 musicals, 21 plays, and two specials. Attendance at plays increased by 14%, while attendance at musicals decreased by 4.7% during the season.
The average ticket price for plays was $139.55, compared to an average of $128.83 for musicals. The 21 plays released during the 2025-2026 season generated approximately $463 million in combined revenue.
Jim Kierstead, a Broadway producer, said, "Producers are becoming far more selective about the economics of a project." He added, "The financial hurdles are significant. Ultimately, the industry understands that long-term sustainability depends on keeping Broadway both economically viable and culturally accessible. If audiences feel priced out, everyone loses."
Broadway generated $40.7 million across 40 productions during the final week of the season, which ended on May 24. A revival of "Every Brilliant Thing" starring actor Daniel Radcliffe led weekly ticket sales during that final week.
No independent assessment was available for this report.