Broadway and Times Square Insider Tour with Theater Professional
Description
Top-rated Broadway experience with over 500 5-star reviews! Hear the stories of the legends who’ve played on these stages: Ethel Barrymore, Judy Garland, Humphrey Bogart, Julie Andrews, and many more. Learn about the sordid secrets that happened backstage and the ghosts who still stride the boards. As you explore the Theater District, your guide will share their own tale of Broadway dreams. Our top-rated pros have extensive knowledge of show business and will weave their personal experiences into the rich historical narrative. What better way to see the bright lights of Broadway than through the eyes of an artist? See "The Actors' Chapel," secret star alleys, and Sardi’s iconic caricatures. Get the context that makes any show more meaningful. Skip the crowds. Enjoy an intimate walk where you can actually hear the stories and ask your guide anything about life in the industry.
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Itinerary
You’ll meet your guide at the feet of George M. Cohan, legendary pioneer of New York theater. From there, your immersive Broadway experience will lift the curtain on a world of auditions and opening nights, huge disappointments and massive successes.
Step into the footsteps of giants and listen to the stories of greats like Ethel Barrymore, Judy Garland, Humphrey Bogart, Julie Andrews, and so many more, all narrated by one of our own Broadway hopefuls.
Your guide will share their own tale of Broadway dreams. Our top-rated pros have extensive knowledge of show business and will weave their personal experiences into the rich historical narrative. What better way to see the bright lights of Broadway than through the eyes of an artist? You will see Broadway Theaters from the outside.
Explore and learn the history of the bright lights of Times Square
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. Please wear comfortable shoes
- While union rules keep the interiors private, we'll stand where the legends stood and see the stage doors where today's stars emerge
Reviews(668)
It was an ok experience. Pretty slow moving and a lot of standing and just listening w/o much to look at. It got a little better towards the end. It was more historical theater information than current Broadway professional experience
Hi Marla, Thanks for reaching out. We appreciate your feedback. As it states on the listing, this is a tour that covers the history of Broadway and the Theater District. Thank you.
Fun, educational thoughtful and comprehensive tour of the theatre area around TDF. As a Broadway lover and New Yorker , I learned a remarkable amount. A wonderful way to understand the backstory of Broadway! Our guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic , a pleasure to interact with…
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and that it deepened your appreciation of Broadway and the theater district. It’s wonderful that our guide’s enthusiasm and knowledge made the experience both fun and educational. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again on another tour soon!
Super beautiful and funny tour by Peter Sullivan! Many new things explained and experienced!
Brenna was amazing!! So knowledgeable and we had the best time learning about the theaters!
Timothy was an excellent Tour Guide. He gave us insightful knowledge about the trade centre before and after the bombing. I would definitely recommend him as a Tour Guide.
Our tour guide, Peter Sullivan was the best. We had just completed a walking tour of SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown, and we ended up heading the wrong way on the subway. Once we boarded the correct train, there were delays on the line. He had communicated that he had also been caught in the delay and he was very understanding when we arrived late. Peter was extremely knowledgeable about so many aspects of Broadway Theatre - dates, premieres, famous actors and shows. We appreciated the tidbits of information about the Actors Equity Guild, the drama bookshop and we loved how he burst into song to reinforce parts of his narrative. This was a great tour and he ended by giving us tips for fabulous places to eat in Hell's Kitchen.
Thank you so much for your detailed review! We’re delighted to hear that Peter Sullivan provided such a memorable experience despite the travel delays, and we appreciate your patience getting to the tour. It’s wonderful that his deep knowledge of Broadway theatre history, along with stories about the Actors' Equity Association and stops like the Drama Book Shop, helped bring the experience to life. We’re especially glad you enjoyed his personal touches, including the singing and the helpful dining tips for Hell’s Kitchen. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Peter!
Jacob was very informative, helpful and funny!
Tour was advertised as 2 hrs but only went for 90 mins. A lot of the things that the guide was telling us about theatre and shows was not accurate. Given we had two children on the tour there was a lot of adult talk (swearing, porn, brothels, prostitutes). The guide was a little rude at the start.
Hi, Thanks for reaching out. We're sorry you had a negative experience. Please know that it is being addressed on our end. We always strive for the best possible experience for our guests. Thank you, we take your feedback very seriously.
This tour was great!!!! Peter Sullivan was our guide and he was super, phenomenal, amazing, fabulous guide. He was super knowledgeable and had great timing with his facts and trivia about Broadway and its past and present. We wouldn't hesitate to use his services again. Thank you Peter for a fun time.
Walked to many broadway theaters and were told of their history and the plays that were there. Peter was very knowledgeable and theater is his passion and profession
