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Broadway's Front Door

If you've ever hunted for a last-minute theater ticket, you've likely stood in Duffy Square. This small plaza, bounded by Broadway and Seventh Avenue, is the gateway to the magic…

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If you've ever hunted for a last-minute theater ticket, you've likely stood in Duffy Square. This small plaza, bounded by Broadway and Seventh Avenue, is the gateway to the magic of the stage. Since 1973, the TKTS booth has been a magnet for those seeking reduced-price Broadway seats.

But the square is more than just a ticket hub; it's a place of celebration and rally points, defined by the statue of George M. Cohan, a titan of early American musical theater. From the seating risers to the shouting crowds, it's the spot where the anticipation of a great show begins long before the curtain ever rises.

Updated June 2026