NYC & COMPANY ANNOUNCES OFF-BROADWAY WEEK STARTS TODAY

9/17/12


NYC & COMPANY ANNOUNCES OFF-BROADWAY WEEK STARTS TODAY


—2-For-1 Tickets to More Than 25 Off-Broadway Productions Through September 30—


New York City (September 17, 2012)—NYC & Company, New York City’s official marketing, tourism and partnership organization, and the Off-Broadway League announced that Off-Broadway Week starts today. Theatergoers can take advantage of 2-for-1 tickets to more than 25 of New York City’s most popular Off-Broadway shows now through September 30. To book tickets for an Off-Broadway show and for more information, visit nycgo.com/offbroadwayweek.


“Twice a year, Off-Broadway Week provides thousands of New Yorkers and visitors the opportunity to experience some of the best theater in the country for an extremely affordable price,” said George Fertitta, CEO of NYC & Company. “For the fall promotion we are proud to have more than 25 outstanding Off-Broadway shows participating in the two-for-one ticket offer.”


“On behalf of the Off-Broadway League, we are pleased to partner with NYC & Company to offer significant value this fall with Off-Broadway Week two-for-one tickets to many of the most popular Off-Broadway shows,” said George Forbes, president of the Off-Broadway League. “Manhattan’s intimate Off-Broadway theaters offer a unique setting to experience some of the City’s best theater, and we encourage everyone to take advantage of this offer and experience the excitement of an Off-Broadway show at a discounted price.”


Off-Broadway theaters, which contain 100–499 seats and are located throughout Manhattan, offer an intimate setting for guests. For the fall promotion, new productions such as Closer than Ever and Old Jews Telling Jokes join long-running shows such as Avenue Q and The Fantasticks.










For a complete list of participating shows and to purchase tickets for Off-Broadway Week, visit nycgo.com/offbroadwayweek.





About NYC & Company:
NYC & Company is the official marketing, tourism and partnership organization for the City of New York, dedicated to maximizing travel and tourism opportunities throughout the five boroughs, building economic prosperity and spreading the positive image of New York City worldwide. For more information, visit nycgo.com.



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Contact: NYC & Company/ Emily Mayrath 212-484-1270