Playbill Broadway Trivia

Test your knowledge about Broadway history, award-winning plays, and showstopping musicals with this 200-card trivia game from Playbill, the most trusted magazine in theatre, with an included instructional booklet.

Whether you’re a devoted Broadway theatregoer or a fan of the stage who has never been to New York, now is your chance to step into the limelight and prove your passion. Answer questions both challenging and easy, like:

• Which play is My Fair Lady based on? 
• In 2019, André De Shields was honored with a Tony Award for his performance of what mythological god in the hit musical Hadestown?
• Name the real-life rock-and-roll group that inspired the jukebox musical Jersey Boys. 
• Which 1965 musical uses the classic novel Don Quixote as the basis for its story?

Compete in teams, set up a trivia night in your living room, or simply pull out the cards at your next festive evening with friends. However you choose to play, get ready for your curtain call to win the title of Playbill’s trivia champion. Break a leg!

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Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
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The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs