The Outsiders

The Outsiders on Broadway at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre

Book The Outsiders Broadway tickets to see S.E. Hinton's coming-of-age story staged as a Tony Award-winning musical at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, 242 West 45th Street, a block from Times Square. The show won four Tony Awards in 2024, including Best Musical, plus two Drama Desk Awards. It is adapted from Hinton's novel and Francis Ford Coppola's film, with a book by Adam Rapp with Justin Levine, music and lyrics by Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance) and Justin Levine, choreography by Rick Kuperman and Jeff Kuperman, and direction by Tony winner Danya Taymor.

In Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1967, Ponyboy Curtis, his closest friend Johnny Cade and their Greaser family clash with the wealthier Socs. The musical follows friendship, family and the wish to become someone the world might finally accept. The New York Post called it the best new musical of the season. The running time is 2 hours and 25 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission.

What to expect at The Outsiders

Expect a contemporary Broadway musical with an original score rather than a jukebox catalogue, and a story that moves from quiet tenderness to street violence. The production uses flashing lights, loud noise, theatrical haze and smoking on stage, and it includes scenes involving suicide, domestic abuse and violence. It is generally recommended for ages 10 and up; children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre.

Arrive at least 30 minutes before curtain. Latecomers are seated at the management's discretion, and you may have to wait for a suitable break in the action. Bring your mobile tickets and sit in your assigned seats. No outside food or drink is allowed unless it is medically necessary, and cameras or recording devices are not permitted during the performance except when they are used for accessibility services.

Seats and The Outsiders tickets

The Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre holds 1,092 seats across the Orchestra, Front Mezzanine, Rear Mezzanine and boxes. Orchestra seats are step-free and include the designated wheelchair locations; the Mezzanine is up 29 steps, and the theatre has no lift. Infrared assistive listening devices are available at every performance, and a wheelchair-accessible restroom is on the Orchestra level. Choose your section when you book The Outsiders tickets — prices vary by seat location and date.

These tickets cannot be cancelled, exchanged or refunded. If a performance is cancelled, the original point of purchase handles a refund or a possible exchange. After the show, many visitors compare other Broadway musicals such as The Lion King tickets and Hamilton tickets, or browse more New York musicals on tickadoo.

Getting to The Outsiders on 45th Street

The Jacobs Theatre sits on West 45th Street near Eighth Avenue, in the middle of the Theatre District. Subway stations around Times Square-42nd Street and 49th Street put you a short walk from the doors. The production box office at the theatre is open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 20:00 and Sunday from 12:00 to 18:00 if you need information on site, but tickets bought here are delivered according to your booking confirmation.

Give yourself time for bag checks and a busy sidewalk before curtain. The lobby is compact, so avoid lingering in large groups. If you need accessible seating or assistive devices, ask an usher or contact Shubert Audience Services in advance so the right seats and equipment are ready when you arrive for The Outsiders.