UCF Research Guides: Broadway Musical Theatre History: Statistics

Broadway League

Demographics of the Broadway Audience
Annual report on demographic characteristics of audiences of Broadway shows in New York City, with related data on attendance and ticket purchasing behavior, with trends from as early as 1984/85.
Audience for Touring Broadway
Biennial report on demographic characteristics of audiences of touring Broadway shows, with related data on attendance and ticket purchasing behavior, often with trends from the late 1990s or early 2000s, and selected trends from as early as 1992/93.
Broadway's Economic Contribution to New York City
Biennial report on economic impact in New York City of spending related to Broadway shows, with related data on productions, attendance, and visitors, with trends from as early as 1980/81 season.
Economic Impact of Touring Broadway, 2012-2013
Quadrennial report on economic impact of spending related to touring Broadway shows, 2012/13 season, with selected comparisons to 2004/05 and 2008/09 seasons.

Broadway League - Research Reports
"The Broadway League is the clearinghouse for information on the business, demographics, and economic impact of Broadway theatre throughout North America. The League compiles various statistics and publishes extensive reports on a number of topics."
Brief excerpts from recent reports are available online.