'Back to the Future' sets Broadway closing date
The award-winning musical adaptation of the hit 1985 sci-fi film about a time-traveling teenager has played at the Winter Garden Theatre since 2023.
Its future is short. Back to the Future will close on Broadway, playing its final performance at the Winter Garden Theatre on January 5. At the time of closing, the show will have played 632 total Broadway performances.
Back to the Future premiered on Broadway in 2023 following a world premiere in London, where it won the Olivier Award for Best New Musical. The show, adapted from the same-named 1985 sci-fi movie, follows teenager Marty McFly as he travels from 1985 to 1955 in a time-hopping DeLorean car. When Marty accidentally prevents his teenage parents from meeting each other and falling in love, he must get them together to save his own existence.
"The musical adaptation, now on Broadway with 1.21 gigawatts of spectacle [...] gives Back to the Future the larger-than-life presentation it deserves," New York Theatre Guide's four-star review reads.
Bob Gale, who co-wrote the Back to the Future film's screenplay, wrote the musical's book. Original songs are by Alan Silvestri, who composed the film's score, and Glen Ballard. The musical also features songs from the movie including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” and "Earth Angel."
The current Back to the Future Broadway cast includes 2024 Tony Award nominee Roger Bart as Doc Brown, Casey Likes as Marty McFly, Evan Alexander Smith as George McFly, Liana Hunt as Lorraine Baines, Jelani Remy as Goldie Wilson/Marvin Berry, Nathaniel Hackmann as Biff Tannen, Mikaela Secada as Jennifer Parker, and David Josefsberg as Strickland.
Learn more about Back to the Future on Broadway.
Photo credit: Back to the Future on Broadway. (Photo by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman)
Frequently asked questions
What is Back to the Future about?
Great Scott, the classic time-traveling movie is now a Broadway musical. Join Marty McFly's plutonium-powered adventure from 1985 to 1955, where he almost prevents his parents from meeting and has to make things right. The stage version features new songs alongside the film's hits, like "The Power of Love." Find out more about tickets.
Where is Back to the Future playing?
Back to the Future is playing at Winter Garden Theatre. The theatre is located at 1634 Broadway (between 50th and 51st Street), New York, 10019.
How long is Back to the Future?
The running time of Back to the Future is 2hr 35min. Incl. 15min intermission.
What's the age requirement for Back to the Future?
The recommended age for Back to the Future is Ages 6+. Children under 4 are not permitted..
How do you book tickets for Back to the Future?
Book tickets for Back to the Future on New York Theatre Guide.
Is Back to the Future: The Musical based on the movie?
Back to the Future: The Musical is based on the movie. The stage show has the same plot and characters, but the musical adds more original songs alongside the film's most famous tunes.
Who wrote Back to the Future: The Musical?
Bob Gale, a co-writer of the original film's script, wrote the script for Back to the Future: The Musical. Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard wrote the music and lyrics; Silvestri previously composed the film's score.
Are the songs from the Back to the Future movie in the musical?
Yes, "The Power of Love," "Johnny B. Goode," and "Earth Angel" all appear in Back to the Future on Broadway. The rest of the musical's score consists of new, original songs by Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard.
Who plays Doc Brown in Back to the Future: The Musical?
Roger Bart plays Doc Brown in Back to the Future: The Musical, reprising the role from the world-premiere production in London. He's best known for You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, for which he won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical.
Who plays Marty McFly in Back to the Future: The Musical?
Casey Likes plays Marty McFly in Back to the Future on Broadway. He's also known for playing William Miller in the Broadway adaptation of Almost Famous and Gene Simmons in the film Spinning Gold.
Is Back to the Future: The Musical appropriate for kids?
Back to the Future: The Musical is recommended for kids age 6 and up. The show contains some brief sexual themes, but the content is otherwise appropriate for children. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Who directed Back to the Future: The Musical?
John Rando directs Back to the Future on Broadway. He is a Tony Award winner for staging Urinetown and a nominee for On the Town. He's also known for directing shows like The Wedding Singer and Mr. Saturday Night, also adapted from popular films.
Is Back to the Future on Broadway good?
New York Theatre Guide's four-star review reads, "The musical adaptation, now on Broadway with 1.21 gigawatts of spectacle... gives Back to the Future the larger-than-life presentation it deserves. The show is a great option for fans of the movie and anyone looking for an energetic show with impressive design and special effects.
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