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Best Broadway Dramas

The best dramas on Broadway right now, ranked by aggregated critic scores from 400+ outlets. Powerful plays currently captivating audiences and critics alike.

Last updated: September 2026
The Outsiders Broadway musical

The Outsiders

2+ years on Broadway· Closes Jan 31, 2027
Worth Seeing
71
Audience:A+
The Great Gatsby Broadway musical

The Great Gatsby

2+ years on Broadway· Closes Jan 3, 2027
Mixed
58
Audience:B+
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Shows are ranked by CriticScore, a weighted average of reviews from dozens of outlets. Top-tier publications (NYT, Vulture, Variety) carry more weight than smaller outlets. Toggle to Audience mode to see letter grades based on audience sentiment from multiple sources.

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