'Water for Elephants' to offer Broadway rush and lottery tickets
The musical based on Sara Gruen's bestselling novel about a traveling circus plays at the Imperial Theatre and stars Grant Gustin and Isabelle McCalla.
Step right up! Water for Elephants will offer rush and lottery tickets throughout its Broadway run at the Imperial Theatre, which begins on February 24.
Water for Elephants rush tickets are available the day of each performance beginning when the box office opens at 10 a.m., except on Sundays, when it opens at noon. Each person can purchase up to two tickets for that day's performance at $49 each. Rush tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Water for Elephants will also offer lottery tickets in person at the Imperial Theatre. Entrants can go to the theatre and enter 2 hours before the performance, and the drawing will take place 90 minutes before the performance. Winners can purchase up to two tickets for $40 each.
Lottery and rush tickets are subject to availability, and seats may be partial view.
Based on the bestselling novel by Sara Gruen, Water for Elephants follows Jacob (The Flash's Grant Gustin), an ex-veterinary student who finds a new lease on life by running away with a circus. He finds his passion in caring for the animals, but also finds a forbidden romance with the ringmaster's wife, Marlena (Isabelle McCalla).
Photo credit: The cast of Water for Elephants on Broadway. (Photo by Sophy Holland)
Frequently asked questions
What is Water For Elephants about?
Sara Gruen's bestselling novel is now a high-flying musical-meets-circus spectacular. After tragedy strikes, Jacob quits vet school and stows away with a traveling circus — and ends up in a secret love affair with the ringmaster's wife that causes tension under the big top.
Where is Water For Elephants playing?
Water For Elephants is playing at Imperial Theatre. The theatre is located at 249 West 45th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue), New York, 10036.
How long is Water For Elephants?
The running time of Water For Elephants is 2hr 40min. Incl. 15min intermission.
What's the age requirement for Water For Elephants?
The recommended age for Water For Elephants is Ages 8+. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theater..
How do you book tickets for Water For Elephants?
Book tickets for Water For Elephants on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote Water For Elephants?
Rick Elice wrote the book for the Water for Elephants musical, based on Sara Gruen's original novel. He’s known for his Tony-nominated writing on Jersey Boys and Peter and the Starcatcher. The musical collective PigPen Theatre Co. wrote the songs.
Who directed Water For Elephants?
Jessica Stone directs Water For Elephants. She was nominated for a Tony Award for directing Kimberly Akimbo in 2023.
What are the songs in Water For Elephants?
PigPen Theatre Co. wrote the original music and lyrics for this show. The songs include “The Lion Has Got No Teeth,” “Just Our Luck,” and “Squeaky Wheel.”
Is Water For Elephants appropriate for kids?
Water For Elephants is recommended for ages 8 and older. The show contains some adult themes, acts of violence, and strong language, but the circus acts and spectacles will dazzle young audiences.
Is Water For Elephants good?
Water For Elephants is based on the critically acclaimed book and film of the same name, and the stage version is a uniquely exciting, larger-than-life spectacle with lots of talent involved. The show offers a rare opportunity to get the entertainment of a circus and a musical in one.
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