Broadway dynamics today

SOURCE www.npr.org
Boris Kachka discusses the dynamics of Broadway today, highlighting the high production budgets, variety of shows, and looming financial challenges in his piece 'We've Hit Peak Theater.'

Key Points

  • Broadway is currently facing financial challenges despite a wide variety of shows being available
  • Production budgets are at an all-time high, but audience numbers are down

Pros

  • Variety of shows available for audiences to choose from
  • High production budgets leading to extravagant productions

Cons

  • Audience numbers are down compared to pre-pandemic levels
  • Cost of putting on a show has significantly increased