15 Gifts for Broadway Lovers – Top Picks for 2026
Looking for a special gift for the Broadway lover in your life? These ideas were all picked to help fans celebrate their love of the Great White Way, through crafts, recipes, books, decorations, and games. Whether they see a show every month or are still dreaming of their first trip to New York, there’s something here for everyone.
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1. The Broadway Cookbook
Break an Egg! is a cookbook packed with recipes inspired by your favorite Broadway shows, from an “Another Vodka Stinger” (Company) to Laurey’s Prize-Winning Tarts (Oklahoma!). It’s one of the most popular picks on this list, and a creative, practical gift for any Broadway fan.
2. The Thespian’s Bucket List
I may be a little biased, but I think my own book makes a great gift too! The Thespian’s Bucket List is a checklist of 1,001 essential theatre experiences. You can track the shows you’ve seen and the plays you’ve read while adding new theatrical goals to your to-do list.
3. History Hiding Around Broadway
History Hiding Around Broadway is written by Teale Dvornik, a licensed NYC tour guide who has led Broadway fans around the theater district for nearly a decade. It’s perfect for anyone who loves Broadway fun facts and backstage secrets.
4. Times Square Paint by Number
Looking for a more creative gift for a Broadway lover? This Times Square paint-by-number kit is a great pick, and you’ll end up with a 16 x 20-inch painting to hang on the wall. I’ve done a similar one myself, and when I finished, I couldn’t believe I’d made it!
5. Santa on Broadway Ornament
This beautifully detailed ornament is a perfect Christmas gift for any Broadway fan. Since it’s glass, hang it high on the tree, away from little ones and pets, where everyone can admire it!
6. Shows I’ve Seen This Year Shelf Art
This “Shows I’ve Seen This Year” marquee from The Broadway Gift Shop is such a creative gift idea. It comes with interchangeable numbers, so you can update your show count all year, plus a built-in niche to store the spare numbers.
7. Broadway Playbill Binder
A Broadway Playbill binder is a classic gift and honestly a must-have for any regular theatregoer with a growing Playbill collection. And for someone with limited space, there’s also this Playbill frame➝.
8. Pop-Up Theatre Card (for Show Tickets)
Want to truly spoil someone with theatre tickets or a gift card to a show of their choice? Tuck it inside this pop-up theatre card to make the surprise even more memorable!
9. “Be a Broadway Star” Game
Bring out everyone’s inner Broadway star with this fun, interactive board game. It’s a great pick for a holiday get-together, a cast party, or any night with a group of Broadway fans!
10. Broadway: A History of NYC in Thirteen Miles
This book tells the story of Broadway the street, mile by mile, from the tip of Manhattan all the way up through the theater district and beyond. It’s a great pick for Broadway fans who love New York City as much as the shows.
11. Playbill 1000-Piece Puzzle
If the Broadway fan in your life also loves puzzles, this one is a clear winner! This 1,000-piece puzzle features Playbill covers from a ton of Broadway’s biggest hits, from Cats to Hairspray.
12. Broadway Musical Trivia Book
Think your loved one is a true Broadway aficionado? Put their knowledge to the test with this trivia book, packed with questions about Broadway and musical theatre.
13. Playbill Broadway Trivia
And if they can’t get enough trivia, Playbill has its own trivia card game, with 200 questions for you to test your knowledge about plays, musicals, and theatre history.
14. The Hirschfeld Century Book
Al Hirschfeld drew Broadway’s stars for over 80 years, and The Hirschfeld Century collects his iconic caricatures from across his whole career. It’s a gorgeous coffee table book for any Broadway fan.
15. Broadway Tarot Cards
Great for the more spiritual thespian, this 78-card tarot deck channels the magic of musical theatre. Each card is paired with the show that fits it best, so you can find out what your favorite musicals say about your future!
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Author: Stacy Karyn
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip, the author of The Thespian’s Bucket List➝, and the creator of The Cast Album List➝. Her background includes a BA in Theatre, a TESOL Drama certificate, and professional experience in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.
