Broadway Behind the Curtain

An extensive look at the workings of Broadway and Times Square, hosted by a leading theater historian and licensed New York City tour guide. This two hour walking tour gives an in depth look at what it takes to put on a show from concept to opening night. Learn about the audition process, producing, design and the day-to-day operation of Broadway's greatest shows, and visit some legendary hangouts of the Broadway elite. An intensive discussion of Broadway history gives a keen insight on the ever-changing tastes and secrets of the Great White Way: which theaters are lucky, unlucky and haunted, and how to get the best seats to even the hottest shows. You might even get a chance to meet a working Broadway performer. Great for all ages and for anyone who always wanted to be a star on Broadway.

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Includes A Friend in New York administrative and planning fees.

Center Stage

The ultimate Broadway experience! this four-hour plus tour is for serious theater enthusiasts. Be a part of the inner workings of Broadway: tour and discuss the theater with a leading theater historian and licensed New York City tour guide (see In Front of the Footlights and Behind the Curtain), and visit working Broadway professionals at work

You can dine with a Broadway Performer or Technician, meet a Stagehand or Stage Manager, visit a theatrical agency, a prop shop, a costume collection, a Producer's office, a wig-making studio, a Broadway advertising agency, or a set and lighting design studio, participate in an Acting or Dance class, or even get a private voice or acting lesson taught by a Broadway professional.

This four-hour plus customized tour is for serious theater enthusiasts. Minimum 5 guests. It is limited to no more than 20 guests. Pricing will depend upon the tour options selected; there is a $90 per person minimum, including A Friend in New York administrative and planning fee.
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