iHeartMedia New York’s 106.7 LITE FM and iHeartRadio Broadway announced today the return of “106.7 LITE FM’s Broadway in Bryant Park,” the city’s beloved free lunchtime theater series, celebrating its 26th anniversary this summer.

The annual series will take place every Thursday from July 23 through August 13, bringing Broadway’s biggest hits to the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Performances are scheduled from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. ET on Bryant Park’s stage with festivities on the Fountain Terrace beginning at 11 a.m. ET. Hosted by 106.7 LITE FM’s on-air personalities, this year’s lineup features an electrifying mix of Tony Award-winning musicals and fan favorites, including Aladdin, Chicago, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Schmigadoon!, Wicked and dozens of performances from Broadway's most celebrated productions. This year’s program will include special guest appearances, exclusive giveaways and unforgettable moments celebrating the event’s 26-year legacy as a staple of the New York City summer season.

106.7 LITE FM’s Broadway in Bryant Park 2026 Performance Schedule:

July 23 - Hosted by Delilah

Pre-Show: AMDA College of the Performing Arts

• & Juliet

• Hadestown

• Just in Time

• Maybe Happy Ending

• Moulin Rouge! The Musical

• The Lost Boys

July 30 - Hosted by Cubby & Christine

Pre-Show: AMDA College of the Performing Arts

• Aladdin

• Chicago

• SIX

• The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

• Titanique

• Wicked

August 6 - Hosted by Rich Kaminski

Pre-Show: AMDA College of the Performing Arts

• Little Shop of Horrors

• MJ

• Operation Mincemeat

• Schmigadoon!

• The Outsiders

• Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)

August 13 - Hosted by Helen Little

• Buena Vista Social Club

• Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody

• Heathers: The Musical

• The Book of Mormon

• The Great Gatsby

“For 26 years, Broadway in Bryant Park has united theater fans from across the city and beyond for one of New York’s most iconic summer traditions,” said Jill Kempton, Program Director for iHeartMedia New York’s 106.7 LITE FM. “Each year, these performances bring the energy and artistry of Broadway into the heart of Midtown, and we’re excited to welcome audiences back for another incredible season.”

The 2026 season of 106.7 LITE FM's “Broadway in Bryant Park” is presented by AMDA College of the Performing Arts, iHeartRadio Broadway and Ricola. Additional support is provided by MJHS Health System, LifeVac and the Livestrong Foundation.

For weekly lineups and updates, visit litefm.com, follow @1067LITEFM on Instagram, TikTok, X and Facebook, or listen on the free iHeartRadio app. The Bryant Park stage is located at 6th Avenue between 40th and 42nd Streets. Free seating will be available for visitors on a first-come first-served basis. Bryant Park encourages guests to bring their own blankets to relax on the lawn while enjoying the shows. For more information about Bryant Park, please visit bryantpark.org.

**Schedule subject to change at the discretion of 106.7 LITE FM and any changes to the performance schedule can be found at litefm.com or listen to 106.7 LITE FM. 106.7 LITE FM is the leading media outlet in the New York market with multiple platforms, including its broadcast stations; live events; data; and its digital businesses and platforms, including mobile, social and its own iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service – available across more than 500 platforms and over 2,000 devices including smart speakers, digital auto dashes, tablets, wearables, smartphones, virtual assistants, televisions and gaming consoles.

Jack Kratoville