Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 2/16/25

[Rob]

Posted: 2/18/25 at 4:57pm

Click below to access all the Broadway grosses from all the shows for the week ending 2/16/2025 in BroadwayWorld's grosses section.

Also, you will find information on each show's historical grosses, cumulative grosses and other statistics on how each show stacked up this week and in the past.

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Up for the week by attendance (% of capacity) was: EUREKA DAY (5.3%), A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL (3%), MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL (2.4%), THE GREAT GATSBY (2.3%), THE LION KING (2%), ALADDIN (0.9%), SIX: THE MUSICAL (0.8%), MAYBE HAPPY ENDING (0.5%), THE OUTSIDERS (0.2%),

Down for the week by attendance (% of capacity) was: CHICAGO (-12.1%), GYPSY (-12.1%), OH, MARY! (-10.4%), HELL'S KITCHEN (-8.7%), CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB (-6.4%), MJ (-4.3%), HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD (-3.6%), HADESTOWN (-3.3%), & JULIET (-2.9%), DEATH BECOMES HER (-2.2%), SUNSET BLVD. (-1.8%), HAMILTON (-1.7%), THE BOOK OF MORMON (-1.6%), REDWOOD (-1.5%), ENGLISH (-1.3%),

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[Kad]

Posted: 2/18/25 at 5:00pm

A pretty strong week overall. This seems to be one of the better winters for Broadway in recent memory.

[Call_me_jorge]

Posted: 2/18/25 at 5:04pm

I’m sure Valentine’s Day and the 3 day weekend provided the boost for much of these shows.

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 2/18/25 at 5:14pm

The BroadwayWorld link hasn't counted ROMEO + JULIET's final week, a very good $1,477,353 at 103% capacity at Circle in the Square, and they also had the highest ATP at over $225. We said goodbye to EUREKA DAY and ALL IN last week, too.

Happy trails to Lillias White and Alison Russell over at HADESTOWN, and the five remaining SIX queens in the previous principal cast. All-new queens start tomorrow!

Let's give MINCEMEAT a few weeks to get a better picture of things, but it'll probably be a nice start.

 

 

 

 

Updated On: 2/18/25 at 05:14 PM

[quizking101]

Posted: 2/18/25 at 5:51pm

MINCEMEAT was sold out for the first preview long ago, so no surprises there. However, they start at just the right time to build up the early buzz and word of mouth that could potentially draw away from other new shows that are incoming. The next two weeks appear relatively well sold.

Unlike past early-spring entries, this one is riding in on a tidal wave of critical praise and quite a few awards, so I estimate it will hold up. It also seems like it would be relatively cheap to run compared to something like DEATH BECOMES HER.

The cast is contracted for a year, so let’s see if they will extend past the 16 week limited run

[Ensemble1665759202]

Posted: 2/18/25 at 6:21pm

Pretty impressive result for Redwood off 7 shows (assuming opening night was invited) to basically hit $1 million.

[George in DC]

Posted: 2/18/25 at 10:47pm

Ensemble1665759202 said: "Pretty impressive result for Redwood off 7 shows (assuming opening night was invited) to basically hit $1 million."

 

Very impressive considering the show is horrible

 

Updated On: 2/19/25 at 10:47 PM

[Jarethan]

Posted: 2/19/25 at 12:10am

Definitely feel bad that SB is not doing nearly as well as I expected it to do.  I still think it was one of the most thrilling performances I have seen in years.  IF it stays at this subdued level, I think that will have an influence on the Tony's outcome for actress.  A hot ticket SB would give NS a better chance than its rather tepid performance.

If Audra MacD was out for 2 performances, Gypsy's drop was not as serious as I would have expected.

I have held up buying tix for Operation Mincemeat in hopes of a shot at a discount.  I am guessing time has run out for that to happen.  Oh, well..

I wonder what Redwood's breakeven is.  Not a great start

[Ensemble1665759202]

Posted: 2/19/25 at 9:29am

Someone on reddit does a breakdown though idk where their data comes from - https://www.reddit.com/r/Broadway/comments/1isql5x/presidents_day_grosses_analysis_week_ending/

 

[QueenAlice]

Posted: 2/19/25 at 9:54am

Jarethan said: "Definitely feel bad that SB is not doing nearly as well as I expected it to do. I still think it was one of the most thrilling performances I have seen in years. IF it stays at this subdued level, I think that will have an influence on the Tony's outcome for actress. A hot ticket SB would give NS a better chance than its rathertepid performance.

IfAudra MacD was out for 2 performances, Gypsy's drop was not as serious as I would have expected.

I have held up buying tix for OperationMincemeat in hopes of a shot at a discount. I am guessing time has run out for that to happen. Oh, well..
 

I don't think anyone can say SUNSET BOULEVARD's numbers are tepid.  It's still grossing well over $1M a week which is well above its weekly running cost. The show is also very close to recouping and will prove to be one of the biggest money makers of the season. That is the story they will spin come spring when the Tonys are in play.
 

[GottaGetAGimmick420]

Posted: 2/19/25 at 10:58am

Ensemble1665759202 said: "Someone on reddit does a breakdown though idk where their data comes from -https://www.reddit.com/r/Broadway/comments/1isql5x/presidents_day_grosses_analysis_week_ending/

"

This is the out of state college student that Ken Davenport now employs... Take it with a grain of salt.

[bwaydreamer]

Posted: 2/19/25 at 11:16am

QueenAlice said: "Jarethan said: "Definitely feel bad that SB is not doing nearly as well as I expected it to do. I still think it was one of the most thrilling performances I have seen in years. IF it stays at this subdued level, I think that will have an influence on the Tony's outcome for actress. A hot ticket SB would give NS a better chance than its rathertepid performance.

IfAudra MacD was out for 2 performances, Gypsy's drop was not as serious as I would have expected.

I have held up buying tix for OperationMincemeat in hopes of a shot at a discount. I am guessing time has run out for that to happen. Oh, well..


I don't think anyone can say SUNSET BOULEVARD's numbers are tepid. It's still grossing well over $1M a week which is well above its weekly running cost. The show is also very close to recouping and will prove to be one of the biggest money makers of the season. That is the story they will spin come spring when the Tonys are in play.
"

I wouldn't say Sunset's numbers are tepid, but the shine has definitely worn off.  Being below 90% capacity with an average ticket price lower than something like BoM, which has been around for like 15 years, does not bode well.  It's only been open for 4 months and already dropping significantly.  This is not the hit that the fans want it to be. The weekly running cost is right around a million and they advertise heavily so I don't think it's making as much money as they would like. 

[HogansHero]

Posted: 2/19/25 at 9:25pm

Ensemble1665759202 said: "Someone on reddit does a breakdown though idk where their data comes from"

There is only one data set, from one data source. Everything else is speculation. Judging by its density to depth ratio, I suspect it is largely the product of AI: IOW, organized (not to be confused with educated) guessing.

[mridley2]

Posted: 2/21/25 at 4:05pm

This is the out of state college student that Ken Davenport now employs... Take it with a grain of salt."

help me understand the math here. Gatsby as an example.

The Great Gatsby - $1.3 million gross, 92% capacity, $120 atp (Up ~$293k from last week)

Gross Less-Fees: $1.165 million; Estimated Weekly Operating Cost: $850k/week; Estimated Profit (Loss): $164k

Estimated profit of $164K is not what the math shows. Gross less fees of $1.165M minus Weekly Op costs $850k = $315K. Why are they only reporting estimated profit of $164K? that's almost exactly half. what am I missing?

 

[Bobster159]

Posted: 2/21/25 at 4:54pm

mridley2 said: "This is the out of state college student that Ken Davenport now employs... Take it with a grain of salt."

help me understand the math here. Gatsby as an example.

The Great Gatsby- $1.3 million gross, 92% capacity, $120 atp (Up ~$293k from last week)

Gross Less-Fees: $1.165 million; Estimated Weekly Operating Cost: $850k/week; Estimated Profit (Loss): $164k

Estimated profit of $164K is not what the math shows. Gross less fees of $1.165M minus Weekly Op costs $850k = $315K. Why are they only reporting estimated profit of $164K? that's almost exactly half. what am I missing?

"

As others have said, he's not an insider, so a large pinch of salt should be taken. However, regarding this particular question, you can look at his methodologies, which he links to in the post. He's taking off royalties before profits. I suspect few of these numbers are that close to the truth, but directionally, I don't think he's a million miles away either on many shows.

[Call_me_jorge]

Posted: 2/21/25 at 5:05pm

There’s also the credit card fees which could range into the hundred of thousands.

[CoffeeBreak]

Posted: 2/22/25 at 10:49pm

bwaydreamer said: "QueenAlice said: "Jarethan said: "Definitely feel bad that SB is not doing nearly as well as I expected it to do. I still think it was one of the most thrilling performances I have seen in years. IF it stays at this subdued level, I think that will have an influence on the Tony's outcome for actress. A hot ticket SB would give NS a better chance than its rathertepid performance.

IfAudra MacD was out for 2 performances, Gypsy's drop was not as serious as I would have expected.

I have held up buying tix for OperationMincemeat in hopes of a shot at a discount. I am guessing time has run out for that to happen. Oh, well..


I don't think anyone can say SUNSET BOULEVARD's numbers are tepid. It's still grossing well over $1M a week which is well above its weekly running cost. The show is also very close to recouping and will prove to be one of the biggest money makers of the season. That is the story they will spin come spring when the Tonys are in play.
"

I wouldn't say Sunset's numbers are tepid, but the shine has definitely worn off. Being below 90% capacitywith an average ticket price lower than something like BoM, which has been around for like 15 years, does not bode well. It's only been open for 4 months and already dropping significantly. This is not the hit that the fans want it to be. The weekly running cost is right around a million and they advertise heavily so I don't think it's making as much money as they would like."

Much of SUNSET's lower numbers are from Tuesday Mandy shows that sell at less than half usually with comps in the mix.  Wed matinees sell better than Tuesday's but is the other weak day.  Otherwise, packed.

[GirlFromOz68]

Posted: 2/23/25 at 3:09am

CoffeeBreak said: "bwaydreamer said: "QueenAlice said: "Jarethan said: "Definitely feel bad that SB is not doing nearly as well as I expected it to do. I still think it was one of the most thrilling performances I have seen in years. IF it stays at this subdued level, I think that will have an influence on the Tony's outcome for actress. A hot ticket SB would give NS a better chance than its rathertepid performance.

IfAudra MacD was out for 2 performances, Gypsy's drop was not as serious as I would have expected.

I have held up buying tix for OperationMincemeat in hopes of a shot at a discount. I am guessing time has run out for that to happen. Oh, well..


I don't think anyone can say SUNSET BOULEVARD's numbers are tepid. It's still grossing well over $1M a week which is well above its weekly running cost. The show is also very close to recouping and will prove to be one of the biggest money makers of the season. That is the story they will spin come spring when the Tonys are in play.
"

I wouldn't say Sunset's numbers are tepid, but the shine has definitely worn off. Being below 90% capacitywith an average ticket price lower than something like BoM, which has been around for like 15 years, does not bode well. It's only been open for 4 months and already dropping significantly. This is not the hit that the fans want it to be. The weekly running cost is right around a million and they advertise heavily so I don't think it's making as much money as they would like."

Much of SUNSET's lower numbers are from Tuesday Mandy shows that sell at less than half usually with comps in the mix. Wed matinees sell better than Tuesday's but is the other weak day. Otherwise, packed."

Sounds like a Funny Girl situation Sellouts or close to for Lea and dips a lot for Thursday or any other performance Julie was on although FG's weekly gross generally didn't drop below $1.6M except for a handful of weeks or if Lea was on vacation. 

[Call_me_jorge]

Posted: 2/23/25 at 5:26pm

I’m curious if they did operating costs and grosses on a performance by performance basis would Mandy’s performances be costing them money? Sweeney Todd kind of proved you don’t need to have the alternate date and can just have a 7 performance week schedule and still profit. It’s a nifty way to lower supply and they could probably get away with increasing prices on the remaining 7 performances.

[JSquared2]

Posted: 2/23/25 at 9:15pm

Call_me_jorge said: "I’m curiousif they did operating costs and grosses on a performance by performance basis would Mandy’s performances be costing them money? Sweeney Todd kind of proved you don’t need to have the alternate date and can just have a 7 performance week schedule and still profit. It’s a nifty way to lower supply and they could probably get away with increasing prices on the remaining 7 performances."

No I’m sure you are the first person to ever think about this. Those dumb producers and GMs!

Most everyone gets paid for 8 performances, and their Union contracts generally do not allow for pro-rating for fewer than 8 shows. It wouldn’t reduce the rent, the advertising, the other overhead, etc. so no, there would be no savings. 

[Jarethan]

Posted: 2/24/25 at 3:25am

QueenAlice said: "Jarethan said: "Definitely feel bad that SB is not doing nearly as well as I expected it to do. I still think it was one of the most thrilling performances I have seen in years. IF it stays at this subdued level, I think that will have an influence on the Tony's outcome for actress. A hot ticket SB would give NS a better chance than its rathertepid performance.

IfAudra MacD was out for 2 performances, Gypsy's drop was not as serious as I would have expected.

I have held up buying tix for OperationMincemeat in hopes of a shot at a discount. I am guessing time has run out for that to happen. Oh, well..


I don't think anyone can say SUNSET BOULEVARD's numbers are tepid. It's still grossing well over $1M a week which is well above its weekly running cost. The show is also very close to recouping and will prove to be one of the biggest money makers of the season. That is the story they will spin come spring when the Tonys are in play.
"

You may be in the know in a way that I am not, but I find it hard to believe that it anywhere near close to returning its investment after about 20 weeks, unless the initial investment is a lot less than I thought it was.  The grosses are, on the one hand, fine; on the other hand, tepid.  The average ticket price is below Six, Gatsby, Hadestown and BOM; I would have expected, based on the initial excitement and some really stellar reviews (if not universal), that it would be doing a lot better than it is.  The key driver, though, is that it seems to me -- minus absolutely no info -- that it is going to be hard to return its investment unless business (i.e., average ticket price, picks up.

[bwaydreamer]

Posted: 2/24/25 at 12:31pm

Sunset's initial investment is about 15 million so no, it's nowhere near recoupment. 

[binau]

Posted: 2/24/25 at 4:52pm

Looking at Sunset's average ticket price, as well as the seating chart of availability for this week I think it's pretty reasonable to suggest that the hype for Sunset has softened a little. However, looking at Gypsy's seating chart it also has loads of availability now that didn't use to appear (and it has been running less than Sunset!) 

Audra's Gypsy is starting to enter the period that prestige shows for theatre fans start to slow down....so I think it's going to be a real test to see how things go over the next month or so. 

When tourism starts to increase I imagine there is also opportunity for the grosses to pick up again, especially for Sunset Boulevard given Nicole's name and the production probably appeals to a wide general audience. I'm not yet sure whether Audra's Gypsy was the hottest ticket in town and the theatre to be for locals or whether she does appeal more widely (she has far less followers than Nicole does on Instagram, although I guess Audra's older fan base are less likely to use instagram). 

Gypsy



Sunset

[bear88]

Posted: 2/25/25 at 4:18am

Both Gypsy and Sunset Blvd. are playing in large theaters. They are up on the TKTS booth every day. I bought advance tickets for Gypsy because I was able to get a discount and wanted seats up close. I’ll wait on Sunset and would have waited on Gypsy without the discount.

While I’m probably not a typical tourist, I doubt it’s much more complicated than that.