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The Band's Visit

    After a sold-out run Off-Broadway, the hit musical makes its debut on Broadway! Hailed as the show you should see if “you're looking for signs of new and exciting life in the contemporary American musical" - The Band’s Visit promises to be a one-of-a-kind experience.

    Why Watch The Band’s Visit

    The Band’s Visit is based on the multi-award winning film by the same name. Featuring Tony Nominee David Yazbek and directed by David Cromer, the production has won several awards, including Best Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards and the NY Drama Critics’ Circle Award. A musical set in the deserts of the Middle East, the story beautifully explores music, its perception, and the human connections we have with it.

    The Story

    The Egyptian Alexandria Ceremonial Police Band has just arrived in Israel to perform at the inauguration of the local cultural center. However, a mix-up at the border leaves them stranded with no bus or hotel in sight. The travelers are left with no choice but to seek help from the locals. What ensues is a wonderful, memorable time, that forever intertwines their lives in unexpected ways. While the band initially views their predicament as an unfortunate situation, they quickly realize their mishap was, indeed, a blessing in disguise.

    Good for

    Uplifting drama | Music fans | Date night

    Critics Reviews

    “The Band’s Visit is gentle, soulful, tuneful and the best musical on Broadway. ‘Beautiful’ is a word we bandy about in the daily pursuit of adjectives to describe the things we love. But even in an entertainment world overrun with superlatives, this is the one you’re compelled to use to describe The Band’s Visit.”
    – The Washington Post

    “The Band’s Visit is a ravishing musical that whispers with romance. With songs by David Yazbek and a script by Itamar Moses, this Broadway rarity is seldom found these days. An honest-to-God musical for grown-ups, it is not a work to be punctuated with rowdy cheers and foot-stomping ovations, despite the uncanny virtuosity of Mr. Yazbek’s benchmark score.”
    – The New York Times

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    These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

    Show Details

    Show Timings

    Tues & Thurs 7 PM
    Wed 2 PM & 7 PM
    Friday 8 PM
    Saturday 2 PM & 8 PM
    Sunday 3 PM

    Duration
    1 hour, 30 minutes. No intermission

    Leading Roles
    Tony Shalhoub as Tewfiq
    Katrina Lenk as Dina
    George Abud as Camal
    Adam Kantor as Telephone Guy

    Directed by
    David Cromer

    Choreography
    Patrick McCollum

    Top Songs
    "Great Big Stuff", "Big-Ass Rock", "Welcome to Nowhere", "Love Is My Legs" & "Model Behavior"

    Additional Information

    Audience
    Suitable for ages 12 and up. Children under 4 will not be admitted.

    Available Facilities
    In-house lounge
    Coat check
    Wheelchair accessible

    Seating
    The Ethel Barrymore Theatre has a seating capacity of 1058.

    Outside Food
    Strictly prohibited. If you'd like to grab a meal before or after the show, check out our guide to the 30 Best Restaurants in the Theater District.

    Dress Code
    Smart and casual wear is recommended. Keep in mind, the theater is air conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.

    Your e-tickets can be exchanged for physical tickets with our uniformed Headout hosts outside the theater.

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