List of the longest-running Broadway shows List List

| _ | Title | Type_ | Opening_date | Closing_date | Performances | Comment_ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | The Phantom of the Opera | M | January 26, 1988 |  | 10887 | Currently running at the Majestic Theatre , 7 Tony Awards in 1988, including Best Musical , 7 Drama Desk Awards in 1988 , Broadway`s longest-running show and musical |
| 2. | Cats | M | October 7, 1982 | September 10, 2000 | 7485 | 7 Tony Awards in 1983, including Best Musical , 3 Drama Desk Awards in 1983 , Grammy Award for Best Cast Show Album in 1984 |