Broadway

[ brawd-wey ]

noun

1. a street in New York City, famous for its theaters, restaurants, and bright lights.
2. the theater district located on or near this street, especially as the center of the professional or commercial theater in the U.S.

adjective

1. (of a play, theatrical performance, etc.) pertaining to, suitable for, or produced in the commercial theater, especially on Broadway:

   a Broadway show.

2. acting or working on Broadway:

   a Broadway producer; a Broadway star.

3. characteristic of or frequenting the theater district on Broadway.
4. garish; tawdry.

Broadway

/ ˈbrɔːdˌweɪ /

noun

1. a thoroughfare in New York City, famous for its theatres: the centre of the commercial theatre in the US

adjective

1. of or relating to or suitable for the commercial theatre, esp on Broadway

Broadway

¹

1. A street in Manhattan , in New York City , that passes through Times Square .

Broadway

²

1. The central group of theaters presenting live drama in New York City . Many of them are located on or adjacent to the street called Broadway (see also Broadway ) in Manhattan .

Notes

It is sometimes called the “Great White Way” because of its bright lights.

Broadway is known for its theaters. ( See also under “Fine Arts.” )

Other Words From

• Broadway·ite noun

Example Sentences

Instead, it thoughtfully elaborates on the stage show, which opened on Broadway in 2003.

From Los Angeles Times

At 52, she was Tony-nominated for playing Big Mama in the 2003 Broadway revival of “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.”

From Los Angeles Times

The actor and singer is receiving rave reviews for her comedic turn in John M. Chu's big-screen adaptation of the hit Broadway musical "Wicked."

From Salon

We are here to talk about “Woof!”— their new comedy show, which lands in L.A., for one night only this Sunday at the United Theater on Broadway.

From Los Angeles Times

“Getting Tammy Faye up on Broadway has been one of the most thrilling experiences of my life,” Shears wrote on Instagram.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• comedy
• farce
• melodrama
• play
• production
• scene
• show
• theater
• tragedy