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Hell's Kitchen vs The Outsiders

Which Broadway show should you see? Compare CriticScore ratings, runtime, prices, and more.

Hell's Kitchen

Hell's Kitchen

78
Recommended29 reviews
The Outsiders

The Outsiders

71
Worth Seeing32 reviews
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dramajukeboxbased-on-true-story
dramatony-winnerlotteryrush
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Apr 20, 2024
Apr 11, 2024
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Closed
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Feb 22, 2026
Jan 31, 2027
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Which Show Should You See?

Based on CriticScore: Hell's Kitchen has a higher critic rating (78 vs 71).

Audiences say: Hell's Kitchen earns an A- (Liking It), while The Outsiders gets an A+ (Loving It).

Short on time? Hell's Kitchen runs 2h 35m while The Outsiders runs 2h 30m.

Budget-friendly option: The Outsiders has a $49 lottery for discounted tickets.

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Critics Say
Hell's Kitchen

Critics praise the powerhouse vocals and vibrant energy of this Alicia Keys jukebox musical, particularly breakout star Maleah Joi Moon, though some find the coming-of-age story formulaic and the book uneven.

The Outsiders

Critics find "The Outsiders" a visceral, emotionally engaging adaptation elevated by Danya Taymor's dynamic direction and thrilling choreography, though some dismiss it as competent but forgettable, overly familiar territory despite strong performances.