Deathtrap Tickets

Deathtrap Theatre Tickets

Deathtrap tickets are one way for you to add some thrill, as well as some laughs, to your evening. The popular theatrical production was originally written by Ira Levin in 1978. Taking a play within a play approach, the story is broken up into two acts on one set. Since its conception, Deathtrap now holds a reputation as being one of the longest-running comedy-thrillers on Broadway. Upon its premiere, which took place in 1978 at the Music Box Theatre in New York City, the play received countless accolades. Among others, it earned four Tony Award nominations, including one for Best Play.

The play also earned Levin an Edgar Award for Best Play, which was his second after his 1968 Edgar Award for Best Novel. When you buy Deathtrap tickets, you’ll be in for a treat, as the plot is full of twists and turns, unexpected events, and ends with a surprise. The story centers around Sidney Bruhl, a struggling playwright who hasn’t written a hit in over 18 years. When he finds out that a former student of his, Clifford Anderson, has written a script that’s guaranteed success, greed takes over. Sidney soon begins to toy with the idea of murdering the young man to steal his script after his wife, Myra, jokes about the notion.

Yet, will Sidney actually follow through with the crime? Who is really the innocent one in this cast of five? Not even the visiting psychic will be able to predict how the events of this comedic thriller end.

How much are Deathtrap tickets?

Deathtrap tickets for a premium orchestra seat have a price range of around $150-$350 per ticket depending on the venue. Stick to your budget with cheap seats in the back of the theater. A balcony seat will typically run $35-$55 each. Due to the size of the theatres on Broadway, ticket prices in New York can sometimes be 50-75% more than a touring performance.

Deathtrap Show Schedule

Check the Deathtrap schedule above to find a tour date that is convenient for you. When the performance is running for a week or longer, it usually runs Tuesday through Sunday with Matinées typically available on Saturday and Sunday. Be sure to catch the show at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles, Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia, Sarofim Hall at the Hobby Center in Houston or another theatre near you.