“Many wonders await audiences at the Imperial Theatre.” - The New York Times
The critically acclaimed bestselling novel comes to “thrilling, dazzling” life (Time Out New York) in a unique, spectacle-filled new musical with "one of the more remarkable ensembles ever seen on Broadway” (New York Daily News)! Hailed as a Critic’s Pick, The New York Times calls it “stunning, emotional and gorgeously imaginative.”
After losing what matters most, a young man jumps a moving train unsure of where the road will take him and finds a new home with the remarkable crew of a traveling circus, and a life—and love—beyond his wildest dreams. Seen through the eyes of his older self, his adventure becomes a poignant reminder that if you choose the ride, life can begin again at any age.
Tony Award-nominated director Jessica Stone’s “huge, heart-filling" production (The New York Times) features a book by three-time Tony nominee Rick Elice adapted from Sara Gruen’s novel, and a soaring score by the acclaimed PigPen Theatre Co.
So, step right up to the “spellbinding entertainment” (Variety) at Water for Elephants, “the best new musical on Broadway” (Theatermania).
"I thought it was done so well. The technical and acting sides became one, thanks to the talented cast and crew. I was holding my breath during stunts performed by the cast, and also holding back tears when the actors brought to life their characters"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 26, 2024
Perfection
"Absolutely loved it. Music, dancing and gymnastics were superb! Great performances and would watch again!"
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Lorrie E from Millbury on Aug 25, 2024
More fun than a barrel of monkeys!
"Acrobats! Singers! Dancers! Giant puppets! And a very affecting story. Go. You’ll thank me."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 25, 2024
What a Memory!!
"A herd of elephants is called a Memory.
Excellent show!
A herd of Memories to relish."
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Carl M from Lynchburg on Aug 24, 2024
Spectacular Show!
"I was blown away by the circus acts, emotional story and characters! Special shoutout to all of the puppeteers who stayed after the show to answer questions and interact with the audience. I would highly recommend this show! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 21, 2024
Stunning experience
"If you LOVE acrobats, LOVE the circus, LOVE good music and a SWEET STORY . . .GO SEE WATER FOR ELEPHANTS"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 21, 2024
Magical musical
"Amazing show with breathtaking performances. I loved every minute of it."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 20, 2024
Circus memories
"Great performance!! Brings back to childhood memories!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 18, 2024
A Feel Good Show
"The cast was wonderful. Voices and choreography were outstanding. It was fun to see how representing the animals was accomplished. The show was so well done and ultimately a bittersweet feel good story."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 18, 2024
BEST SHOW EVER
"Liked everything, performance was awesome stage was done perfectly"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 18, 2024
Loved it!
"Very different. Singing, acting, dancing and gymnastics all together. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 18, 2024
Left me wanting more
"From the beginning it grabbed me , the songs the props , the puppetry . Acrobatics brought it to a new level . Every scene made me wanting to see more "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 16, 2024
What a fun evening!
"The production, acrobatics, acting and singing were excellent."
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Louise F. G from Lakewood on Aug 16, 2024
Heartwarming
"The story-line was great, the cast was incredible. Definitely, a must see production! We haven’t stopped talking about the show."
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Susan D from Patchogue on Aug 16, 2024
Great Acrobatics
"I expected to see a show about a man’s love de in the circus. This was so much more. I loved the colorful costumes, the actors were great and the acrobatic performances were awesome. I would go see it again. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 16, 2024
Not for families but great!
"Ending would be very scary for those under 10."
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Jan L from New Canaan on Aug 15, 2024
The Greatest Show on Earth
"It wasn’t just amazing singers, dancers and actors. Yes, it was all of those! It was also breathtaking acrobats, gymnasts and athletes. The costumes and staging were magnificent! Recommemd to all ."
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Karen O from Muskego on Aug 15, 2024
Artistic Production
"This amazing performance was a more artistic production than your typical song and dance chorus shows. I was happy I had read the book and this performance brought that book to life in a magical way. Well Done!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 13, 2024
Amazing
"Loved Rosie, phenomenal show. A must see. My first Broadway style show. I will be back. "
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Paul N from Oakdale on Aug 13, 2024
Incredible staging
"Think Cirque de Soleil meets Lion King. The acrobatics. Voices. And creative puppetry will blow you away."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 12, 2024
The elephant does it in the end.
"A viewer will never want to blink. The stage is is on overload! The travelling circus and it's prisim of acts explodes which leaves the attendee with no desire for an intermission!"
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Helen C from Madison on Aug 12, 2024
Loved it
"Beautifully staged and incredible circus performances. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 11, 2024
Amazing!
"There was nothing I would change. The show was absolutely incredible. So glad I got see Grant Gustin in the lead! "
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Jamie L from Meridian on Aug 11, 2024
wonderful show
"Loved the acrobats, fantastic & quite expressive. The story line is full of heart; I read the book so I knew what to expect. The actors were all just wonderful.
My favorite show of the year"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 10, 2024
It was phenomanol
"The story was great; the acrobatics were in unbelievable and I love how the brought the animals to life especially the Elephant"
