15. Broadway performances weren’t part of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade until 1977
For almost half a century, Broadway performances have been part of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, but that wasn’t always the case. While there have always been performers of some sort, like clowns and marching bands, Broadway stars didn’t join the festivities until 1977. Since then, casts from iconic musicals like The Lion King, Funny Girl, and Moulin Rouge have graced the streets in front of Macy’s.
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This article was originally written by Stephanie Greier and updated in November 2022 by Nicole Saraniero