March 7, 2026
Entertainment

Beetlejuice on Broadway: The Must-See Musical Spectacle Haunting New York City

Beetlejuice on Broadway The Must-See Musical Spectacle Haunting New York City

BEETLEJUICEBEETLEJUICEBEEEE… very excited, because the third time’s the charm!

Broadway is the last resting spot for the national tour of BEETLEJUICE, which has haunted theaters across North America! BEETLEJUICE, which is based on Tim Burton’s cherished movie, is about Lydia Deetz, an odd and eccentric adolescent whose life completely changes when she encounters a demon who has a thing for stripes and a recently departed couple. Entertainment Weekly describes BEETLEJUICE as “A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND SOUL!” with its hilarious book, magnificent set, and incredible Netherworld music. Beneath its boisterous exterior—six feet under, to be precise—is a really moving program about love, family, and savoring each day of life! Book your seats now because the “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!” (Variety) is only available through January 3, and this extremely limited engagement won’t last forever!

Beetlejuice will make its third Broadway appearance as it begins its third year of touring! Dates and a theater are among the additional details that have been revealed.

When is the Beetlejuice on Broadway debut scheduled?

Beetlejuice’s restricted 13-week engagement will run through Saturday, January 3, 2026, with performances starting on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.

Where is Beetlejuice going to perform?

Broadway’s Palace Theatre will host a performance of Beetlejuice.

What is the purpose of Beetlejuice?

The plot of Beetlejuice, which is based on Tim Burton’s cherished movie, centers on Lydia Deetz, an odd and eccentric adolescent whose life completely transforms when she encounters a demon who has a thing for stripes and a recently departed couple. According to Entertainment Weekly, Beetlejuice is “A feast for the eyes and soul!” with its satirical book, stunning set, and Netherworld soundtrack. Beneath its boisterous exterior—six feet under, to be precise—is a really moving program about love, family, and savoring each day of life!

Who makes up Beetlejuice’s creative team?

With a book by Tony Award nominee Scott Brown (Castle Rock) and Tony and Emmy Award nominee Anthony King (Broad City), choreography by Connor Gallagher (The Robber Bridegroom), music supervision, orchestrations, and incidental music by Kris Kukul (Joan of Arc: Into the Fire), and an original score by Eddie Perfect (King Kong), Beetlejuice is directed by Tony Award winner Alex Timbers (Moulin Rouge!).

The scenery in Beetlejuice was created by four-time David Korins (Hamilton), a Tony Award nominee, designed the costumes. Tony Award winner Kenneth Posner (Kinky Boots) designed the lighting, Tony Award winner Peter Hylenski (Moulin Rouge!) designed the sound, and five-time artist William Ivey Long (The Producers) designed the projection. Tony Award nominee Peter Nigrini (Dear Evan Hansen), Michael Curry (The Lion King) as the puppeteer, Jeremy Chernick (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child) as the special effects designer, Michael Weber (Forrest Gump) as the illusionist, Charles G. LaPointe (Drama Desk Award nominee) as the hair and wig designer, Joe Dulude II as the makeup artist, David Dabbon as the dance arranger, Matt Stine as the music producer, and Bespoke Theatricals as the general management and line produced by Jenny Gersten.

When will it be possible to purchase Broadway tickets for Beetlejuice?

Broadway Beetlejuice tickets are now available. Purchase straight from Broadway Direct.

Ticket Information

Box Office Hours


The Palace Theatre box office is currently closed.

Tickets


You may purchase tickets to Beetlejuice online.

Beetlejuice on Broadway Place & Schedule
Beetlejuice on Broadway_ Place & Schedule

About This Theatre

Since the theater’s opening in 1913, numerous performers have dreamed of “Playing the Palace.” A performance at the Palace Theatre, which was the nation’s top vaudeville venue for many years, signified that a performer had “made it.” Entertainment aristocracy such as Ethel Barrymore, Will Rogers, Ethel Merman, Judy Garland, Jerry Lewis, Harry Belafonte, Bette Midler, Shirley MacLaine, Diana Ross, and Harry Houdini have all performed on this stage.

When Sweet Charity, starring Gwen Verdon, opened in 1965, James M. Nederlander converted it into a real theater. Star-studded hits like George Hearn in La Cage aux Folles, Richard Kiley in Man of La Mancha, Lauren Bacall in Applause and Woman of the Year, and Keith Carradine in The Will Rogers Follies have all been held there since. The theater underwent a makeover in 1994 to accommodate Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and their musical Aida.

Next up at the Palace Theatre is Beetlejuice.

The Palace is one of the nine Broadway theaters owned by The Nederlander Organization and has 1,648 seats. Stewart F. Lane is a co-owner.

Policies

Remittance

The box office accepts American Express, Visa, and Mastercard for ticket purchases.

Exchanges and Refunds

There are no exchanges or refunds for tickets purchased at the Palace Theatre.

The dress code

The theater does not have a dress code. Comfortable and occasion-appropriate clothing is required for all performances. In the summer, the theater has air conditioning.

Children: A ticket is required for everyone entering the theater, regardless of age. The theater does not allow children less than five to enter.

Food and Drink

The theater does not allow outside food or beverages.

Seating late

Each seat section has a different latecomer seating policy. Latecomers are typically seated at the discretion of the management and kept in the back of the theater.

Smoking 

The Palace Theatre does not allow smoking.

Amenities

Concessions

The main lobby contains a bar, and the mezzanine floor has another bar where you may buy appetizers and alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks. Water bottles and drinks with tight-fitting lids are allowed in the auditorium. Thirty minutes prior to the commencement of the show and throughout intermission, the bars start serving customers.

If a patron wants to bring in food or beverages because they are required for medical reasons, they are allowed to do so. 

Patrons must understand that not only do the theaters sell peanut-related products, but it is also impossible for any theater to designate peanut-free seating zones since we cannot control what food products patrons may bring into the theaters.

Restrooms


Restrooms are located on every floor of the theater, except for the Box Office Lobby.

Security

Security of Patrons

Theater management and private security guards are on duty for every performance to ensure the safety of our audience.

Screening of Bags

Upon arrival, every bag may be searched. You won’t be able to check or enter the theater with shopping bags, luggage, or other bulky items that won’t fit comfortably in your seat. If you are unable to leave your heavy bags at home, please make arrangements to check them at one of these locations for your convenience.

When in the cinema, never leave your backpacks or handbags unattended.

Items Prohibited

None of these things should be brought into the security screening area. The confiscated items will not be given back. Don’t bring anything to the theater that you aren’t sure about.

All weapons, including but not limited to firearms, ammunition, knives, swords, scissors, OC spray (mace), and any other dangerous objects, are strictly forbidden outside of food and drink.

  • Big professional cameras or equipment for recording videos
  • Laser pointers or flashlights
  • Illegal drugs
  • Fireworks or devices that produce noise
  • Scooters or electric bikes

If any of the aforementioned rules are broken, the Palace Theatre has the authority to deny admission.

Parking 

SpotHero and Broadway Direct have teamed up to provide visitors convenient and reasonably priced parking. Before your next show, please make a parking reservation using the calendar below. 

Accessible Seating

The seating plan for this concert shows that there is accessible seating available.

The orchestra, rear mezzanine, and balcony are wheelchair accessible (subject to availability). If there are wheelchairs available, you can order one wheelchair and three companion seats.

For limited mobility guests: Orchestra Q101, S101, S102, U101, U102, U127, U128, W123, W126; Mezzanine O101, O102; Balcony H1, H19, H24.

For low vision/deaf guests: C1, C3, C2, C4, D1, D3, D2, D4, E1, E3, E2, E4, F1, F3, F2, F4, G1, G3, G5, G2, G4, H1, H3, H5, H2, and H4.

The Palace Theatre is dedicated to meeting the needs of its disabled audience. For additional information about our policies or help ordering accessible seating, please message us or call 212-730-8200.

Find out more about Nederlander’s dedication to providing accessible seats in this location.

Wheelchair-Accessible facilities 

The theater’s floors two through six have barrier-free facilities. All levels of the Palace Theatre are connected by a passenger elevator.

Assistance for Guests with Disabilities

In order to guide clients with disabilities to designated wheelchair-accessible spaces, theater representatives are on hand to greet them in the building’s foyer.

Guidelines for Service Animals and Guide Dogs

Although animals are not allowed in theaters, service animals and guiding dogs are allowed. If you need any accommodations, please let your ticket salesperson know. 

Devices for Assisted Listening

There are free sound-augmentation headsets accessible in the theater. A deposit is required along with a photo ID.

Conclusion

Are you prepared to enter the afterlife? Purchase your Beetlejuice tickets in New York City. Have you seen it on Broadway before? In the comments section below, share your favorite scene.

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FAQs

Q1. What is the plot of Beetlejuice, the Broadway production?

Ans: This brilliantly twisted musical, which is based on Tim Burton’s renowned film, follows Lydia Deetz, an odd and eccentric adolescent whose life completely changes when she encounters a demon who has a thing for stripes and a recently murdered couple.

Q2. What caused the Beetlejuice musical to be controversial?

Ans: Additionally, Boebert and her date were seen on camera groping one another at the movie, with her clutching her breast and Boebert seemingly fondling his crotch. Despite their resistance, Boebert and her date were removed out of the theater when other audience members complained.

Q3. What attire is appropriate for Broadway’s Beetlejuice?

Ans: David Josefsberg, Kerry Butler, Elizabeth Teeter, and Alex Brightman are the principal cast members of Beetlejuice Broadway. Broadway does not have a dress code. Nonetheless, it is wise to wear comfortable clothing and semi-formals or smart casuals.

Q4. Is Beetlejuice humorous or frightening?
Ans: Scariness and Violence: The entire movie has a spooky atmosphere, and the primary characters are ghosts. There are many frightening and cartoonishly graphic scenes, including when a woman blows cigarette smoke out of her slit throat. People in a variety of death states, including ones that suggest violent deaths, are kept in an afterlife waiting room.

Q5. What lesson does the Beetlejuice musical teach us?
Ans: Review of the stage: “It’s about death,” but it’s also about life.
Naturally, considering that the show is controlled by a real demon who is invisible to humans until he can get a living person to recite his name three times, it is all to be anticipated. However, the musical “Beetlejuice” also highlights the value of family, both biological and adopted, as well as enjoying life to the fullest.

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