A brand-new musical bringing Broadway legends back together, New York, New York is a glittering love letter to the greatest city in the world. Featuring an exhilarating new score by the incomparable John Kander and Fred Ebb, an original story by David Thompson with Sharon Washington, additional lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, and visionary direction and choreography by Susan Stroman, New York, New York will whisk you right through the very heart of the city that never sleeps.
It is 1946, the war is over, and a resurgent New York is beginning to rebuild. As steel beams swing overhead, a collection of artists has dreams as big and diverse as the city itself. But do these singers, dancers, musicians, and makers have what it takes to survive this place, let alone to succeed? If they can make it there, they can make it anywhere.
New York, New York is a spectacular show for a singular city. With a unique blend of dazzling new songs and big band classics ("New York, New York", "The World Goes Round"), this jubilant new musical is destined to become the talk of the town.
Be a part of it.
St. James Theatre, NY
2 hrs 35 min
Recommended for ages 12 and up
May 2023
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A brand-new musical bringing Broadway legends back together, New York, New York is a glittering love letter to the greatest city in the world. Featuring an exhilarating new score by the incomparable John Kander and Fred Ebb, an original story by David Thompson with Sharon Washington, additional lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, and visionary direction and choreography by Susan Stroman, New York, New York will whisk you right through the very heart of the city that never sleeps.
It is 1946, the war is over, and a resurgent New York is beginning to rebuild. As steel beams swing overhead, a collection of artists has dreams as big and diverse as the city itself. But do these singers, dancers, musicians, and makers have what it takes to survive this place, let alone to succeed? If they can make it there, they can make it anywhere.
New York, New York is a spectacular show for a singular city. With a unique blend of dazzling new songs and big band classics ("New York, New York", "The World Goes Round"), this jubilant new musical is destined to become the talk of the town.
Be a part of it.
Jujamcyn Theaters is committed to the health and safety of our audiences, performers, and staff. Theatre ventilation systems are enhanced with MERV13 filters, and rigorous cleaning and sanitation protocols are in place. At this time, masks for guests are encouraged, but not required. Specific health and safety protocols are subject to change. Please check for updates on Jujamcyn.com in advance of your performance date. Ticket holders who do not comply with theatre protocols will not be admitted.
The VIP Room Experience includes express entry into the theatre, access to the VIP room pre-show and during intermission, reserved seating, a welcome glass of Prosecco, and a dedicated server and bar.
PLEASE NOTE: The St. James VIP Room does not have a private bathroom. Tickets for the VIP Room Experience DO NOT include tickets for New York, New York on Broadway. You must have tickets for the show on the date and time of your VIP Room Experience to enter the St. James Theatre.
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New York, New York is brought to the stage by three generations of Broadway groundbreakers: Tony® and Academy Award® winners John Kander & Fred Ebb (Chicago, Cabaret), Tony-nominated writer David Thompson (Prince of Broadway), Lucille Lortel Award-nominated co-writer Sharon Washington (Feeding the Dragon), Emmy®, Grammy® and Tony-winning wunderkind Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton) and five-time Tony Award-winning director/choreographer Susan Stroman (The Producers).
NEW YORK, NEW YORK follows a dozen secondary stories of people just arriving to New York and those born and raised, including a young newlywed couple from Utah, a baseball player from Cuba, an opera singer from Mississippi, a photographer from the Bronx, a Japanese dancer, an aspiring boxer, a newsstand man, and more.
Jimmy Doyle: a young musician looking for his “major chord” in life: music, money and love.
Francine Evans: a singer fresh off the bus from Philly with big dreams of her own.
Tommy Caggiano: Jimmy’s best friend and proud New Yorker, who has done everything and knows everyone.
Mateo Diaz: Recently arrived from Cuba, Mateo moves furniture to make money, but has dreams of playing his music in a club.
Jesse Webb: A trumpeter who has just gotten off a transport ship from fighting overseas.
Alex Mann: A young violin prodigy who escaped Warsaw before the beginning of the war.
Madame Veltri: A retired violin virtuoso, who sees potential in young Alex.
ACT I
Morning in New York by Company
“Cheering for Me Now” by Company
“Major Chord” by Jimmy and Tommy
New York in Summer by Company
“Better Than Before” by Madame Veltri
“One of the Smart Ones” by Francine
“Gold” by Mateo and Sofia
“Wine and Peaches” by Tommy, Jimmy, Construction Workers
“I Love Music” by Jimmy and Francine
“My Own Music” – Jesse, Mateo, Company
“I’m What’s Happening Now” – Francine, Waiters
New York in the Rain by Company
“A Simple Thing Like That” by Madame Veltri, Alex
“Can You Hear Me?” by Jimmy
“Happy Endings/Let’s Hear It for Me” by Francine, Company
New York in the Snow by Company
“Marry Me” by Jimmy
ACT II
“Along Comes Love” by Francine, Jimmy, Radio Singers
“San Juan Supper Club” by Jimmy, Mateo, Jesse, Company
“Quiet Thing” by Jimmy
“A Simple Thing Like That” (Reprise) by Alex, Jimmy
Opera in New York by Company
“Sorry I Asked” by Jimmy
“But the World Goes ‘Round” by Francine
New York Concerto by Company
“Music, Money, Love” by Jimmy
“Light” by Jesse, Company
“New York, New York” by Francine
New York, New York is recommended for ages 12 and up. Children under 4 will not be admitted. Everyone requires a ticket for entry.
The show runs approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission.
While some theatregoers do get dressed up for their visit to our theatres, you are welcome to wear what makes you most comfortable. Keep in mind that our theatres are kept cool year-round, so you may want to bring a sweater.