Set during the Great Depression, 42nd Street follows a determined chorus girl whose big break brings new hope to a struggling Broadway company and joy to audiences everywhere!
42nd Street follows Peggy Sawyer, a talented young dancer who arrives in New York dreaming of Broadway stardom. When the leading lady of a new musical is injured, Peggy steps into the spotlight and becomes an overnight sensation. With unforgettable songs like “Lullaby of Broadway,” “We’re in the Money,” and “42nd Street,” this tap-dancing spectacular shows how, even in the hardest times, Americans come together to create joy.
Based on the 1933 Warner Bros. film, 42nd Street debuted on Broadway in 1980, winning the Tony Award for Best Musical and running nearly nine years. A hit revival in 2001 reaffirmed its place as one of Broadway’s greatest dance shows—a glittering tribute to showbiz dreams, resilience, and the magic of making something beautiful together.