Broadway recorded one of its strongest individual show performances of the season as the revival of Death of a Salesman grossed $1.8 million.
The figure marks the highest weekly total yet for the production at the Winter Garden Theatre.
Starring Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf, the show played to 100 percent capacity with an average ticket price of $153.
The Book of Mormon returned to performances after a several-week shutdown caused by a fire at the Eugene O’Neill Theater.
The musical grossed $649,547 across seven performances at 86 percent capacity during the same tracking period.
| Show | Gross | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Death of a Salesman | $1.8 million | 100% |
| The Lion King | $2 million | N/A |
| Hamilton | $1.9 million | N/A |
| The Book of Mormon | $649,547 | 86% |
| Ragtime | $1.32 million | N/A |
| The Rocky Horror Show | $1.1 million | N/A |
Industry-wide grosses declined 8 percent week-over-week in the post-Memorial Day frame.
The Lion King led all shows with $2 million while Hamilton followed at $1.9 million.
Ragtime rose to $1.32 million and The Rocky Horror Show reached $1.1 million.
Caitlin Huston reported the weekly figures for The Hollywood Reporter on June 2, 2026.
BroadwayStars aggregated the data as breaking industry news the same day.
The results reflect typical attendance patterns after the holiday weekend across the Broadway district.
The performances demonstrate the resilience of major productions even in slower periods following holidays. Many shows benefit from strong tourist interest during upcoming summer months. Additional data points indicate that capacity utilization varies significantly depending on popularity and marketing efforts of each title. The revival of Death of a Salesman benefited greatly from its acclaimed cast members who drew crowds consistently. Other long running hits like The Lion King and Hamilton continue to be box office powerhouses exceeding one and a half million dollars each. The recovery of The Book of Mormon after the fire incident shows determination of theater companies to resume operations quickly. Overall the Broadway season continues to show robust numbers despite minor fluctuations week to week. Further analysis reveals that average ticket prices play a key role in maximizing revenue for limited engagement productions. Star power from actors such as Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf often translates directly into higher grosses and sold out houses. Tracking these metrics helps producers plan future seasons and touring schedules accordingly.
