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TheaterMania's Holiday Gift Guide

We have great ideas for everyone on your list, from the Faniltons to the Guilty Ones.


TheaterMania Ticket Discounts
TheaterMania always has major discounts for Broadway, off-Broadway, and many more. Check out our discounts page to find deals–from Kinky Boots (featuring Emmy winner Wayne Brady as of November 21st), to Les Misérables, to School of Rock, you'll have no shortage of options. The gift of theater is always the best bet.


Urbo Giftcard
Looking to enhance someone's theater-going experience? Get a friend a giftcard to Urbo, one of Broadway's hottest new spots, so that they can grab a quick drink or a delicious meal before zipping over to a show. Whether you want a cocktail after the show, or a bite before, Urbo offers it all. With Urbo located on the corner of 42nd street and 8th avenue, you're never further than a few hops away from each and every Broadway theater.


Sh-K-Boom Record's Vinyl Album of The Last Five Years
Nothing says true love like the dreamy vocals of Academy Award Nominee, Anna Kendrick, and Tony Nominee, Jeremy Jordan in the film adaptation recording of Jason Robert Brown's hit musical, The Last Five Years. New York Magazine called The Last Five Years "the best movie musical in years," so get someone this vinyl copy to help a loved one commemorate and follow the romantic musical journey of Cathy (Kendrick) and Jamie (Jordan). And be sure to check out all of Sh-K-Boom's amazing other vinyls, digital albums, and CDs to stuff your stockings.


Gold Club Membership
You may already know about TheaterMania's incredible daily discounts to shows on Broadway and beyond, but do you know about the Gold Club? TheaterMania's members-only club offers complimentary and deeply discounted tickets to theater across New York. The Gold Club has something for everyone — theater, concerts, lectures, movie screenings, comedy, dance, and other events. You can see as many shows as you like in the club over the course of your membership, with more than 100 new choices every month. Help someone special make memories all year long with a Gold Club membership.


Stewart F. Lane’s new book, Black Broadway, African Americans on the Great White Way
Six-time Tony Award-winning producer Stewart F. Lane has written this invaluable chronicle of the history, struggle and tremendous impact of African-Americans on Broadway. This momentous book is a must-read (and the perfect holiday gift) for anyone who's interested in Broadway's present, past, and future. No library of theater books is complete without it, so grab a few copies to give to all the Broadway fans in your life — and don't forget to pick one up for yourself.


Sara Bareilles's new Autobiography, Sounds Like Me: My Life (So Far) in Song
With her very first musical, Waitress, premiering on Broadway this Spring, Sara Bareilles is making a splash everywhere she goes. Encourage a friend to study up on the singer/songwriter/now-composer's story before seeing her work (performed on the Broadway stage by Tony Winner Jessie Mueller, and other Broadway greats). With her quick wit and biting humor, Bareilles has come up with an autobiography like no other that cannot be missed.


Sara Bareilles's new Album, What's Inside: Songs From Waitress
After getting the inside scoop from Sara Bareilles's autobiography, take a listen to her new album too. Now officially available for order, What's Inside: Songs From Waitress features Sarah Bareilles herself singing the numbers she wrote for the show. Is there anything she can't do?


Hamilton "A. Ham" Cap
Want to snag the sweetest piece of the Hamilton swag? Beat Obama to the punch and get someone special the incredible Hamilton hat. With its clever "A. Ham" on the front, and "Hamilton, An American Musical" on the back, anyone who wears it is a true fan and connoisseur of the Broadway hit.


A Custom-made Puppet by Rick Lyon–Creator of the Fuzzy Cast of Avenue Q puppets
Have a friend or family member who's a huge fan of Avenue Q? Looking for an extremely unique gift to give to your favorite Broadway fan? Check out the website of Rick Lyon–the mastermind craftsman behind the puppets of Avenue Q– to order your own custom puppet. Rick's puppets are all one-of-a-kind, handmade, oh, and absolutely hilarious. From your niece to your Grandfather, you'd be hard-pressed to find someone who wouldn't love a puppet from Rick for the holidays.


Davenport Theatrical’s "Be a Broadway Star" Board Game
Want to see if you can make it into the Broadway hall of fame? Grab a copy of Davenport Theatrical's delightfully entertaining board game, Be a Broadway Star, to put your friends (and yourself) to the musical-theater test of a lifetime. With the chance to earn your "Equity" card, get a fabulous headshot, and even win a Tony if you play your cards right, this board game is perfect for all ages — and great to play during the holidays while you sip hot chocolate. So pick up a copy of Be a Broadway Star for your family or your friends, because this board game is not just for kids.


Sh-K-Boom Original Cast Recording of Something Rotten!
Know someone who has yet to see Something Rotten!, or simply can't get enough of it? Not to fear! This album features two-time Tony winner Christian Borle, Drama Desk Award winner Brian D'Arcy James, Obie Award winner Heidi Blickenstaff, and so many other fantastic Broadway actors––the perfect CD to add to any Broadway collection.


Fiddler on the Roof Sheet Music
Already been a huge Fiddler on the Roof fan before it even hit Broadway stages for its fifth revival? Never go a moment without Fiddler at the tips of your fingers by purchasing the sheet music to the show. If you know someone who loves to sing, play piano, or guitar, get them this wonderful Broadway songbook.


Aladdin Princess Jasmine Doll
Know a little one who loves Aladdin? Well, if you get them this delightful doll, they ain't never had a friend like you. This adorable Jasmine doll is a wonderful gift to anyone who loves Aladdin–whether the Broadway show or the Disney classic. And hey, we won't judge if you get this great doll for your own collection either!


Barbra Streisand Ornament, for a Cause!
Every Christmas season, for the past eight years, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS comes out with a new Christmas tree ornament. This year's addition will be Oscar winner and Broadway legend Barbra Streisand. Everyone knows Ms. Streisand is the greatest star, so get her for a friend (or show her off on your own tree) and donate to a great cause!


Wicked Cool Mugs
Elphaba says that "No good deed goes unpunished," but we can't see any downside to giving someone this delightful Wicked mug. With Elphie on one side and Galinda on the other, this mug has a good side and a bad side. So help your favorite Wicked fan warm up for the coming winter before this "popular" mug goes out-of-stock.


Dames at Sea T-Shirt
Whether you know someone who loves Dames at Sea, musical theater in general, or, simply, sailors… you cannot go wrong with this fun and flirty Dames at Sea t-shirt. So kiss the bad times goodbye, cause when you give someone this stylish top, you can be sure that "Good Times Are Here to Stay."


Spring Awakening Souvenir program
Do you know someone who just loved Spring Awakening the first time around? How about the amazing revival on Broadway now? With 22 pages of vivid photos and articles about the show, you can help someone commemorate the amazing 2015 revival. As the kids of Spring Awakening say, "we've all got some junk"…but this program sure isn't disposable!