And Cuomo's announcement stated that the 6-foot social distancing rules would not change. Broadway producers have long said they can't afford to reopen shows at less than full capacity.

"NEW: Broadway shows will be ready to open September 14 at 100% capacity. Tickets go on sale starting tomorrow," Cuomo tweeted. "Broadway is [a] major part of our state's identity and economy, and ...

Broadway shows won't reopen until fall. The announcement follows New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's statement that the theaters could open at full capacity on May 19.

And Cuomo's announcement stated that the six-foot social distancing rules would not change. Broadway producers have long said they can't afford to reopen shows at less than full capacity.

And Cuomo’s announcement stated that the six-foot social distancing rules would not change. Broadway producers have long said they can’t afford to reopen shows at less than full capacity.