Help - what shows to see in May?

Okay … I need some help. I’m sure people post these threads all the time … but I’m new-ish here, so please bear with me. :)

I’m going to NYC in late May and would like some suggestions on what shows to see ...

I saw WICKED in March, and loved it (yes, I’m an Oz-head – please hold your comments. I know how many different opinions there about it on this board – ha ha). So, I’m going to see it again on this next trip … I also saw Thoroughly Modern Millie in March, so that’s out as well. I think Avenue Q sounds interesting … but beyond that, I’m pretty overwhelmed with all the choices.

Here’s my schedule and my options …

I already have a ticket to WICKED on Sat. May 22nd at 8pm

So, I can/would like to see a show:
Friday 5/21 at 8pm
Saturday 5/22 at 2pm
Sunday 5/23 at 3pm and/or 7pm

This is basically just a Broadway trip for me, as I’m going alone – and might as well see as many shows as possible (funds permitting). I’m not sure which shows do/don’t have a Sunday night show, etc ...

Also – I *don’t* have unlimited funds, so I can’t possibly buy $100 tix for all the rest of those shows. I’ll definitely hit up TKTS for one of those times … but you never know what you’re going to find there. So, I’d like to purchase tickets to at least one other show in advance ...

Any advice, suggestions, personal recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for putting up with me :)

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Don't miss AVENUE Q! See it while the OBC is still there! It's hilarious!

I would def go see Avenue Q...yay for J Tags lol! That nickname still cracks me up :)

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Another vote for Avenue Q. Some other shows you should see:
Hairspray
The Normal Heart
Wonderful Town
I AM MY OWN WIFE
Embedded (Not sure if it will be running in May-limited run)
Caroline Or Change
Some ticket tips:
For Hairspray and Avenue Q try for the lottery. If not look on theatermania and Broadway box for some good deals.
Hairspray always sells out so worst case you can get standing room i did that the first time i went. Standing room is fun if you are tall. I am not.
Have fun

Updated On: 4/15/04 at 11:18 PM

AVenue Q, Chicago

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Definitely go see Ave Q. And it's one of the few shows that has a Sunday night performance, so you could fit more shows in on your trip possibly. Assassins was excellent....which has $26 tickets the day of the show....or volunteer ushering to see for free.
If you haven't seen Hairspray....I would recommend that as well.

I think HAIRSPRAY, BOY FROM OZ, AVENUE Q, RENT and MAMMA MIA are all safe choices for a wonderful time !! Have fun !!!


Take care

Caroline or Change
Bare
Ave Q

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Allthough I'm a little late here, I just wanted to say go see Avenue Q any which way, and seeing that you did, you will not be sorry. It's a great show, lot's of fun. Do you have the cd? A must have.

AVENUE Q!!!!!! Until I saw WICKED, I didn't think anything could top it, and it's still an amazing show in its own right. There aren't any bad seats in the house, so don't worry about that. You can see everything from everywhere.