The first weekend of The Roommate, a new play by Jen Silverman, drew in crowds eager to see legends Patti LuPone and Mia Farrow on stage at the Booth Theatre. The play, which explores the dynamics of intimacy between two very different women, had an impressive start with over 100% capacity and a gross of $315,873 for just four previews.
The Outsiders also made waves on Broadway, boasting a box office take of $1,525,434, marking its eighth house record at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. Overall, the 25 productions on Broadway brought in a total of $28,131,405 for the week ending September 1, representing an 11% increase from the previous week.
Total attendance for the same week was up by 6% compared to the previous week, with 223,670 admissions and about 95% of Broadway’s seats filled. Standout performances included sell-outs like Hadestown, Hell’s Kitchen, Oh, Mary!, Once Upon A Mattress, Stereophonic, The Outsiders, and The Roommate, all contributing to a successful week on the Great White Way.
Season Insights
As of the 15th week of the 2024-25 season, Broadway has seen a significant increase in box office numbers, grossing $481,550,224, which is up by 6% compared to the same period last year. Total attendance has also seen a rise of about 4%, with a total of 3,825,064 theatergoers enjoying the magic of live performances on Broadway. These statistics, provided by The Broadway League, point to a thriving and vibrant theater scene in New York City.
The recent success of The Roommate and The Outsiders on Broadway underscores the enduring power of live theater and the excitement it can bring to both audiences and the industry as a whole. With legendary performers, engaging storylines, and impressive box office numbers, the future of Broadway looks bright and promising. For more detailed box office listings and information on current productions, be sure to visit The Broadway League’s website.