Whether you're in New York, London, or Paris, a Broadway musical isn't just entertainment- it's an experience.

Although many Broadway musicals have transitioned to the silver screen- Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, and now Mamma Mia- the Broadway musical is a unique experience. With the onstage energy from prestigious actors onstage and the energy from the audience, a Broadway musical can be an exciting excape from the mundanities of day-to-day life.

That's why it's no surprise that Broadway musicals cost well over $100+ per seat. Here are some tips of getting affordable tickets.

• Consider purchasing tickets for a midweek matinee. Broadway tickets are going to be more expensive during the weekends. They're also more expensive during the evenings. Consider going to a Broadway matinee
• Go to a Broadway musical with a group of 10 or more people. Buy in bulk and reap the benefits of saving
• Consider sitting farther back in the theater. The farther back you sit, the cheaper the cost of the ticket
• Purchase last minute tickets. Typically tickets that are the day of are discounted
• Discounts for student and charity member tickets exist. Ask about them!
• There are some deals for "starving artist types" and their creative counterparts. These discount tickets are usually distributed through art and cultural institutions