2026\u20132027 Broadway season<\/a>, a lineup of 14 productions that will bring award-winning musicals, contemporary hits and fan-favorite spectacles to theaters across Center City.<\/p>\nThe new season features shows across the Academy of Music, Miller Theater, and The Shubert Organization\u2019s Forrest Theatre, beginning with the 2025 Tony Award-winning Best Musical ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ and wrapping up in July of 2027 with ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.’ <\/p>\n
Collectively, the Broadway season has earned a total of 39 Tony Awards, 39 Drama Desk Awards, 24 Olivier Awards, and five Grammy Awards.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve curated this season of productions and are excited by how distinct the voice and perspective of each title feels within this lineup,\u201d said Frances Egler, Vice President of Theatrical Programming and Presentations and curator of the Broadway series, adding that, \u201cyou feel the full spectrum of what Broadway is right now.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
“This season was curated to be deeply cohesive, pairing large-scale Broadway blockbusters with newly acclaimed work, so that audiences can move between spectacular, outrageous, nostalgic, and deeply personal experiences- all within one series.”\u00a0<\/p>\n
Here’s a look at what audiences can expect during the 2026\u20132027 Broadway season. <\/p>\n
‘Mamma Mia!’<\/p>\n
Sept. 29 to Oct. 4, 2026 (Academy of Music)<\/p>\n
Set on a Greek island paradise, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is told through the hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter\u2019s quest to discover the father she\u2019s never known brings three men from her mother\u2019s past back to the island they visited decades ago. For over 25 years, people around the world have fallen in love with this ultimate feel-good show.\u00a0<\/p>\n
‘The Great Gatsby’<\/p>\n
Oct. 20 to Nov. 1, 2026 (Academy of Music)<\/p>\n
Based on the classic novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the Tony Award-winning musical is a journey of love, wealth, and tragedy that brings the Roaring Twenties to life on stage.\u00a0<\/p>\n
‘BOOP! The Musical’<\/p>\n
Nov. 17 to 29, 2026 (Academy of Music)<\/p>\n
For almost a century, the Betty Boop character has won hearts and inspired fans around the world. In ‘BOOP! The Musical’, Betty\u2019s dream of an ordinary day off from super-celebrity in her black-and-white world leads to a \u201cbright and bubbly\u201d (Time Out New York) adventure of color, music, and love in New York City. ‘BOOP!’ is perfect for audiences of all ages.<\/p>\n
‘Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical’<\/p>\n
Dec. 15 to 20, 2026 (The Shubert Organization\u2019s Forrest Theatre)<\/p>\n
How did a dead body, a fake love letter, and Ian Fleming turn the tide of World War II? This is a fast-paced, hilarious true story of the secret mission that won WWII. Olivier Award winner for Best New Musical and a 2025 Tony winner, ‘Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical’ is the best-reviewed show in West End history with 88 five-star reviews and the #1 Broadway Show of 2025 (Entertainment Weekly).\u00a0<\/p>\n
‘STOMP’\u00a0<\/p>\n
Dec. 28, 2026 to Jan. 3, 2027 (Miller Theater)<\/p>\n
‘STOMP’ is a unique experience for audiences of all ages. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments \u2014 matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps \u2014 to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. Year after year, audiences worldwide keep coming back for more of this electrifying show.\u00a0<\/p>\n
‘Hell’s Kitchen’\u00a0<\/p>\n
Jan. 5 to 17, 2027 (Academy of Music)<\/p>\n
This hit musical from 17-time Grammy Award-winning Alicia Keys is inspired by her life, her music, and her community, and features a mix of Key\u2019s greatest hits plus new songs written for the show. Ali, a 17-year-old full of fire, searches for freedom, passion, and her place in the world. Along the way, audiences meet the musical mentor who changes her life, her dynamic family, and the neighborhood that helps her grow.\u00a0<\/p>\n
‘The Book of Mormon’\u00a0<\/p>\n
Jan. 26 to 31, 2027 (The Shubert Organization\u2019s Forrest Theatre)<\/p>\n
This outrageous comedy follows a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing-room-only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, ‘The Book of Mormon’ has truly become an international sensation. Contains explicit language.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
‘Waitress’<\/p>\n
Feb. 9 to 14, 2027 (Academy of Music)<\/p>\n
Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker, dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. With a baking contest in a nearby county and a satisfying encounter with someone new, Jenna is shown a chance at a fresh start and must find the courage to seize it. This musical features original music and lyrics by Grammy Award winner Sara Bareilles.<\/p>\n
‘Riverdance \u00a030 \u2013 The New Generation’\u00a0<\/p>\n
March 4 to 7, 2027 (Miller Theater)<\/p>\n
Since ‘Riverdance’ first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. To celebrate this 30th year milestone, ‘Riverdance’ will embark on a special anniversary tour. This production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state-of-the-art lighting, projection, and motion graphics.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
‘Oh, Mary!’<\/p>\n
March 9 to 14, 2027 (Miller Theater)<\/p>\n
‘Oh, Mary!’ is a dark comedy about a miserable Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln\u2019s assassination. Unrequited yearning, alcoholism, and suppressed desires abound in this 80-minute one-act play that examines the forgotten life and dreams of Mrs. Lincoln through the lens of an idiot. ‘Oh, Mary!’ received two Tony Awards, including Best Direction of a Play (Sam Pinkleton), and was named a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.<\/p>\n
‘Maybe Happy Ending’ <\/p>\n
March 23 to April 4, 2027 (Academy of Music)<\/p>\n
Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ tells the deeply human story of a chance encounter that sparks connection, adventure, and maybe even love.\u00a0 Don\u2019t miss the totally original new musical adventure that explores what it means to be human. Even if they\u2019re not.\u00a0<\/p>\n
‘The Who’s Tommy’ <\/p>\n
April 13 to 18, 2027 (The Shubert Organization\u2019s Forrest Theatre)<\/p>\n
In 1969, The Who created a rock opera that changed the course of music history. Now, this all-new production feels more relevant than ever. After witnessing his father shoot his rival, young Tommy Walker is lost in the universe, endlessly and obsessively staring into the mirror. A knack for pinball catapults him from adolescent to celebrity savior.\u00a0<\/p>\n
‘The Phantom of the Opera’<\/p>\n
June 9 to 27, 2027 (Academy of Music)<\/p>\n
The Phantom is back to thrill audiences in Cameron Mackintosh\u2019s revitalized production of Andrew Lloyd Webber\u2019s legendary musical, ‘The Phantom of the Opera.’ Widely considered one of the most beautiful and spectacular productions in history, playing to over 160 million people in 47 territories and 195 cities in 21 languages, ‘Phantom’ tells the tale of a disfigured musical genius who haunts the Paris Opera House. Mesmerized by young soprano, Christine, The Phantom lures her as his prot\u00e9g\u00e9 and falls in love with her. Unaware of Christine\u2019s love for Raoul, The Phantom\u2019s obsession sets the scene for a turn of events where jealousy, madness, and passions collide.<\/p>\n
‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ <\/p>\n
July 28 to Aug. 8, 2027 (Academy of Music)<\/p>\n
Experience the wizarding world like never before at this winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Play. When Harry Potter\u2019s son, Albus, befriends the son of his fiercest rival, Draco Malfoy, it sparks a new journey for them all. Prepare for a mind-blowing race through time, spells, and an epic battle, all brought to life with astonishing theatrical magic.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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