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Broadway Box Office: ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ Hits $2.3 Million As Industry Rebounds
*Much Ado About Nothing*, starring Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell, grossed $2.3 million in its first week of eight performances, ranking third among Broadway shows. Its 100 per cent capacity suggests strong demand ahead of its scheduled 19 November opening.
Broadway’s overall gross rose 24 per cent and attendance increased 15 per cent, helped by new productions and a rebound after Halloween and marathon weekend. *Hamilton* led with $2.7 million, followed by *Other Desert Cities* at $2.5 million; *Much Ado About Nothing* averaged $194 per ticket, compared with $315 for *Other Desert Cities*. New musical *Wanted* took $517,134 at 94 per cent capacity during a preview period that included complimentary tickets.
In short
- *Much Ado About Nothing* grossed $2.3 million in its first week.
- The production played to full capacity before its 19 November opening.
- Broadway gross rose 24 per cent as attendance increased 15 per cent.