Rank The Best Broadway Shows Ever: Blind Ranking Game
Here's the twist: you won't know if "Hamilton" or a less dazzling debut is next. 😬
Once your choice hits the stage, it's showtime — no changes, no encores. It's all about channeling your inner Evan Hansen, trusting those gut instincts, and making snap decisions like it's the biggest audition of your life. The golden rule? Trust your instincts... and prepare to potentially have a "Les Misérables" moment.
Tap to start — and may your judgment be as sharp as a Sondheim lyric!
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