Top 5 Broadway Shows 2009

9-5 The Musical
$66.50-$126.50
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 8 p.m.; Wednesday and Saturday 2 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m.
http://www.9to5themusical.com

The story tells of Violet, Judy, and Doralee who give their workplace a make-over and take control of their company. Based on the hit movie starring Country singer/songwriter Dolly Parton, the three ladies give their boss Franklin Hart Jr. the boot, after taking control over the company. This popular musical features stars such as Allison Janney, Stephanie Block, and Megan Hilty just to name a few. This musical has been nominated for 4 Tony Awards and 15 Drama Desk Awards, according to Broadwayworld.com.

Bye Bye Birdie
$86.50-$141.50
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 8 p.m.;Wednesday,Saturday,Sunday 2 p.m.
http://www.byebyebirdieonbroadway.com

This Tony-award winning musical stars former Full House star John Stamos as Albert Peterson, who manages Conrad Birdie's musical career. Peterson is astonished to learn Birdie is being drafted into the Army, shortly before making his musical debut. This popular musical was inspired by Elvis Presley and his draft notice for the army in 1957.Eventually, and to Birdie's surprise, Peterson sends him to the Ed Sullivan Show to perform his hit singles A Lot of Livin' To Do, Kids, and Put on a Happy Face.

Shrek The Musical
$41.50-$121.50
Schedule: Wednesday and Saturday 2 p.m.;Sunday 3 p.m.; Tuesday 7 p.m.;Wednesday-Saturday 8p.m.
http://www.shrekthemusical.com

Based on the William Steig's popular book and Dreamworks' animated movie, this musical tells the story of an ogre (Brian d'Arcy James) who arrives to rescue a feisty princess named Fiona (Sutton Foster) . Shrek and Donkey are forced to live in a swamp, through the orders of Lord Farquaad. Shrek and Donkey make it a mission to travel to find Farquaad and try and save Princess Fiona from the dark holes of the castle. This popular Broadway musical was nominated for an astonishing 8 Tony Awards and was the winner for Best Costume Design of a Musical.

Wicked
$61.25-$121.25
Schedule: Tuesday 7 p.m.;Wednesday-Saturday 8 p.m., Wednesday and Saturday 2 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m.
http://www.broadway.com/wicked

This popular Broadway show tells the story of the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Both characters have opposing views and personalites, and the story depicts this. The story is set before Dorothy returns to Kansas, widely familiar from the Wizard of Oz. The Wicked With of the West, known as Elphaba, is played by MADtv's Nicole Parker. Glinda the Good Witch is played by Cry-Baby Broadway actress Alli Mauzey. This popular show is a reimagining of the classic movie the Wizard of Oz and is popular for the whole family.

Hair
$37-$122
Schedule: Tuesday 7 p.m.;Wednesday-Friday 8 p.m.; Saturday 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
http://www.hairbroadway.com

Set in New York City in the 1960's and 1970's, this popular show follows the lives of several free-spirited young hippies who explore social upbringings during the Vietnam War. They explore sexual identity, challenge racism, and experiment with drugs. This popular show is a 2009 Tony award winner and is recommended for 13 years of age and older.