Call it what you will, "Singles Awareness" Day, "Häagen-Dazs Appreciation" Day, or maybe "I Shouldn't Have Spent That Much on Flowers" Day, but Valentines Day is just around the corner yet again. Here are six Valentines Day ideas for actors, musical nerds, and Broadway fans alike.
1. Dinner and a Show.
Of course we all can't be neighbors to The Great White Way, but any true theatre lover is always a fan of a good night out on the town to see a show. Whether it be dinner theatre, a cabaret, a national tour, or a production under the bright lights of Broadway, this is the perfect go to date idea for your Broadway Valentine.
2. Broadway Merch.
Spoil your favorite triple threat with some of the amazing merchandise from Fit For Broadway or maybe get matching Playbill PJs for your favorite duet partner. Sites like Etsy and Redbubble are also chalked full of unique and quirky gift ideas that can be personalized for your Broadway Valentine. You can even go classic and practical with a favorite cast recording, musical score, or script. If you're an NYC native or are traveling to the Big Apple, shops like Theatre Circle, One Shubert Alley, and Drama Book Shop are filled with gems for Broadway lovers.
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3. Broadway Inspired Gifts or Date Night.
Get your Veronica Sawyer a slushie, write your Dear Friend a letter and treat them to some vanilla ice cream, or take your favorite duet partner walking in the rain. Whether it be treating your Cinderella to some new shoes and night of dancing or going on an adventure with your Jesse Tuck, a thoughtful and personalized date night or gift is the perfect way to go.
4. Broadway Mix CDs.
Get the track list of your favorite duets, the music of your favorite Broadway crushes, or those go to ensemble car jams that demand a duet partner to harmonize with. Tell a story, make a Playlist, and share your favorite showtunes with your Broadway Sweetheart.
5. Food.
A classic go-to gift that is certain to please. Order some Schmackarys Cookies, make your Broadway Date one of Jenna Hunterson's classic pies, or just treat your J.D. to a slushie. Focus your night around creating a fun and unique Broadway themed recipe, try some of the great recipes from Fit For Broadway, or check out some of great theatre themed eats found on the web to create a Tony Award worthy lineup of snacks.
6. Movie Musicals.
From classic Gene Kelly films like Singing in the Rain and An American in Paris to recent hits like La La Land, there are tons of great movie musicals to chose from for a romantic night in. Whether you're looking for romance like The Last Five Years, a lighthearted comedy like Mamma Mia, or a classic like West Side Story, there are ample films to fit the taste of every theatre lover.
