“Beaches is that rare new musical based on well-known intellectual property that manages to exceed our hopes, gently sailing us into an ocean of emotional storytelling until we lose sight of the shore.”
MUSICALCLOSED
Beaches, A New Musical
Majestic Theatre · 2h 20m
Opened Apr 22, 2026 · Closed May 24, 2026 · Ran for 1 month
1 Rave
4 Positive
3 Mixed
25 Negative
Critics' Take
Critics find this long-gestating musical adaptation mostly waterlogged and misguided, though Jessica Vosk's powerhouse performance earns praise. The show drowns in schmaltz with a forgettable score and thin material that fails to justify its Broadway berth.
This show has closed. Tickets are no longer available.
Critic Scorecard
33 reviews1 Rave
4 Positive
3 Mixed
25 Negative
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“Anyone who has a "best" will find something to love in this wondrously timeless story.”
“Beaches is kind of like that, a lovely little show with a sweet heart that's all dolled up for the nearly 2,000-seat Majestic Theatre when it could alight with greater grace somewhere cozier.”
“Enough for a nice matinee with a bestie, no?”
“"Little Cee" and "Little Bertie," who make appearances throughout the show, ultimately become a highlight of the production.”
Audience Scorecard
1.2K audience reviews
C+
Disliking It
Awards Scorecard
2025-26 season—
Eligible
Eligible for awards
Box Office Scorecard
source · Broadway League, publicAll Time
Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Beaches, A New Musical?
Critics find this long-gestating musical adaptation mostly waterlogged and misguided, though Jessica Vosk's powerhouse performance earns praise. The show drowns in schmaltz with a forgettable score and thin material that fails to justify its Broadway berth. (CriticScore 43/100 from 33 reviews.)
Is Beaches, A New Musical worth seeing?
Probably not. Critics generally don't recommend Beaches, A New Musical (43/100 from 33 reviews). Save your time and money unless you have a specific reason to go.
What is the CriticScore for Beaches, A New Musical?
Beaches, A New Musical has a CriticScore of 43/100 based on 33 professional reviews. Critics generally did not recommend this show.
Is Beaches, A New Musical still running on Broadway?
No, Beaches, A New Musical has closed. It played at Majestic Theatre and closed on May 24, 2026.
How long is Beaches, A New Musical?
Beaches, A New Musical has a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes with no intermission.
Theater Scorecard
Below AverageThe Majestic Theatre is one of Broadway's most storied houses, but its 1,645-seat scale means rear and side sections have meaningful sightline limitations and obstructed views. Legroom is tight and restrooms insufficient for the volume, though the historic ambiance is genuine.
Original Broadway Cast
- Kelli BarrettBertie White
- Jessica VoskCee Cee Bloom
- Sarah BockelLeona Bloom
- Harper BurnsNinaBroadway debut
- Zeya GraceLittle BertieBroadway debut
- Ben JacobyMichael Barron
- Emma OgeaTeen BertieBroadway debut
- Bailey RyonTeen Cee Cee
Creative Team
- Iris Rainer DartBook & Lyrics
- Thom ThomasBook & Lyrics
- Mike StollerMusic
- Lonny PriceDirector
- Matt CowartCo-Director
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 43/100 (33 reviews)
- Status
- Closed
- Opened
- Apr 22, 2026
- Closed
- May 24, 2026
- Run Length
- 1 month
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Synopsis
- Beaches is a stage musical with a book by Iris Rainer Dart and Thom Thomas, with music by Mike Stoller and lyrics by Dart. The show is based on the 1985 novel of the same name by Dart.
- Data Last Updated
- October 7, 2026
