The Who's Tommy (Broadway) NYC Reviews and Tickets

87%

(595 Ratings)

Positive

89%

Mixed

Negative

Members say

Entertaining, Absorbing, Ambitious, Great singing, Great staging

About the Show

The classic rock musical, based on The Who's album, returns to Broadway in a spectacular fashion.

In 1969, The Who crafted a rock opera that reshaped music history. About 25 years later, The Who's Tommy graced Broadway, clinching 5 Tony Awards and pushing the boundaries of what musical theatre could be.

The story revolves around young Tommy Walker, who, after a traumatic incident, becomes emotionally withdrawn and obsessed with looking into a mirror. His life takes a dramatic turn, however, when he discovers his talent for pinball, propelling him to fame.

This March, a spectacular new production of this journey heads to Broadway, following a sold-out, record-breaking run in Chicago.

Show-Score Member Reviews (184)

100

So good., The music!!!, Incredible scenic design, Mind blowing, Entertaining

See it if It’s a hard rocking evening. Sit far back so you can take it all in. Amazing performances and incredible music!

Don't see it if You don’t care for The Who or you don’t like loud shows.

100

Must see, Riveting, Great singing, Great staging

See it if Loved everything. Amazing choreography, music, sets. Saw the original show and this performance surpassed it.

Don't see it if I loved it.

100

Must see, Epic, Great singing, Enchanting, Absorbing

See it if you like epic music, masterful choreography, and a moving story.

Don't see it if you dislike the Who or do not like stories that are a bit ambiguous.

100

Epic, Riveting, Must see, Masterful, Great staging

See it if You love Rock and Roll. You know the TOMMY movie starring Elton John, Tina Turner, Jack Nicholson etc. You love the music from The WHO.

Don't see it if You like old timey musicals.

100

Riveting, Must see, Masterful, Great singing, Great staging

See it if This revival is an absolute knockout! Be ready to be blown away by an absolutely extraordinary production. Every detail superb. Strong cast!

Don't see it if You do not want to experience the full force of this revival. It rocks the Nederlander! Acid Queen was the weak link but thoroughly enjoyed.

100

Entertaining, Ambitious, Riveting, Great singing, Epic

See it if you enjoy rock operas and good music.

Don't see it if rock operas aren't your thing.

Must see, Delightful, Entertaining, Great singing, Great staging

See it if You want to see a rock opera that is really spectacular. The staging is really a sight to see. I can’t wait to see it again.

Don't see it if Loud music is not your thing..

Delightful, Great singing, Entertaining, Clever

See it if Remake with new singer, and different style of music very enjoyable. Good acting

Don't see it if You want this to be like the movie.

Critic Reviews (13)

"What I missed in the middle of all that overemphasis was some sense of humanity"
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"As musical theater, Tommy is limited. On its own terms, it’s often sensational."
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"Tommy’s saga delivers a pointed and potent take on trauma, fame, and individuality"
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"There’s something exhilarating and also a little bizarre about Tommy"
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"The 1993 musical's already bizarre story...even less clear in Des McAnuff's reanimation"
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"...brings an intoxicating energy to the story of a boy who survives trauma"
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"...this production of 'Tommy' is basically for old people, and not for a new generation"
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"A new revival...feels like it takes place in the multiverse"
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Creative team

Pete Townshend

Composer / Bookwriter / Lyricist