NYC Plays & Drama

158 events across 8+ venues in New York City

Plays & Drama events in New York City

New York's dramatic theater scene is where serious playwrights make their mark. From the Pulitzer-worthy premieres at Manhattan Theatre Club to the provocative programming at The Public Theater, from Roundabout's polished revivals to the raw energy of downtown experimental spaces, the city offers drama at every register. Star actors regularly return to the stage here, and the next great American play might be previewing right now. Our listings help you find thought-provoking drama worth your evening.

Top Picks: June 2026

20 hand-picked events from 158 total

Hamilton
The Lion King
Aladdin

Aladdin

The Marvelous Miss Gender Tour Starring BOSCO
Prof G Markets with Scott Galloway and Ed Elson
Wicked (NY)

Wicked (NY)

Kevin Langue

Kevin Langue

Postcards

Postcards

Cinderella Samba
Pride Celebration and Open Stage
Legend Of the Beat
Monday Night Live
I’m Almost There
Sistas Who Kill: Back From The Dead
Speakeasy Magick
Turbogoth | Golder | Ashy Finn | Horrendous Downplay
Cory Giles
You-On (Jim White/Masami Tomihisa)
Josh Gates

Josh Gates

Juneteenth Celebration and Open Stage

Where to Go

The most active venues for plays & drama this month

Speakeasy Magick 47 events Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre 27 events BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) 23 events PACNYC: Perelman Performing Arts Center 18 events Richard Rodgers Theatre 12 events Red Rooster Harlem 6 events Gershwin Theatre 6 events Queens Theatre 5 events