Broadway’s fall theater season continued to gain momentum with multiple productions in various stages of their runs. Hamilton remained the highest-grossing show for the week, generating $2.5 million in revenue, followed by Other Desert Cities at $2.3 million. The latter production, which features Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Allison Janney, and Joe Keery, maintained the highest average ticket price on Broadway at $290 and achieved full capacity following its opening on Oct. 18, despite receiving mixed critical reactions.
Billy Crystal’s solo performance piece “860” opened on Oct. 21 and garnered largely positive reviews from critics. The show played to approximately 98 percent capacity across its seven performances and grossed $1.2 million despite offering complimentary tickets for opening night. The production has announced an extension through Feb. 14, indicating confidence in its commercial prospects.
Several productions were in their preview phases, building anticipation for upcoming openings. Downstate, produced by Scott Rudin, began performances following a delayed start and played to 95 percent capacity in its first six shows. The play is scheduled to officially open Nov. 15 and grossed $264,437 during the week, with an average ticket price of $61.64 suggesting promotional pricing strategies. The Fantasticks revival drew full capacity crowds during its first four performances at the Helen Hayes Theater.
Other shows in preview status included the new musical Wanted, which maintained strong attendance at 93 percent capacity while implementing discounted preview pricing. A Few Good Men, featuring Bradley Whitford and Tom Blyth, is scheduled to open on Oct. 29 and has been generating substantial box office revenue throughout its preview period, grossing close to $1.4 million in its most recent week.
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