It's the most wonderful time of the year for theatre fans as theaters in Columbus announce their 2026/27 Broadway season! Featuring some of New York's most in-demand shows, including Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, Hell's Kitchen and more, there's a little something for everyone. See the full schedule below:

Death Becomes Her

October 6-11, 2026

This eagerly anticipated musical adaptation of the 1992 Universal Pictures movie has been wowing on Broadway and is now winging its way to you on tour, bringing high camp night after night! Produced and written by Marco Pennette, direction and choreography come from Tony-nominated Christopher Gattelli. Join Helen Sharp and Madeline Ashton, former friends who now compete for the same man's affection, and find a solution that is simply to die for. This dark comedy is an essential addition to your diary!

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Maybe Happy Ending

November 3-8, 2026

With its Broadway run collecting six 2025 Tony Awards, this Korean-English musical rom-com is taking to the road! Telling the tale of a whirlwind romance between two charming robots and a house plant called HwaBoon, MHE was a fan favorite on its debut. Hailed by Variety as 'an undeniably moving, well-made, adorable musical', don't miss Maybe Happy Ending as it brings its warmth to you!

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Operation Mincemeat: A new Musical

January 5-10, 2027

After an incredible West End premiere that saw it take home the Olivier Award for Best New Musical, followed by an ongoing Tony Award-winning run on Broadway, this audacious World War II musical now comes to you on this much-anticipated national tour. Telling the true story of deception so incredible, you won't believe that it helped the Allies ultimately win the war. Operation Mincemeat is brimming with humor, showstopping musical numbers, and impeccable choreography. Singin' in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train meets Hamilton, this plucky little Brit-com that could is a guaranteed great night out and a bizarre history lesson combined!

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Disney's Beauty And The Beast

January 30-February 7

Step into the enchanting world of Belle and the Beast as one of the most beloved musicals of our time embarks on a thrilling national tour! Based on Disney's iconic animated classic, Beauty and the Beast has captivated over 35 million audience members around the globe since its debut in 1994. With timeless songs like "Be Our Guest" and the unforgettable title track, plus additional show-stopping numbers, this production weaves a tale as magical as ever.

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The Great Gatsby

February 23-March 3, 2027

After rapturous runs at New Jersey's Paper Mill Playhouse in late 2023 and on Broadway, this Tony-nominated musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's Jazz Age now brings the story of mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby to you on tour! With a book by Kait Kerrigan, a score by Tony Jason Howland and Nathan Tysen, and direction by Marc Bruni, The Great Gatsby features a bold, contemporary score inspired by jazz, pop, and big-band sounds. Enter Gatsby's world of stunning excess, presented through the eyes of outsider Nick Carraway. As Nick grows closer to the reclusive businessmen, he discovers glittering ambition and romantic idealism mask a torrid tale of loneliness and loss.

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The Phantom Of The Opera

May 12-23, 2027

In 1986, Andrew Lloyd Webber unveiled his latest masterpiece, The Phantom of the Opera, an electrifying rock musical inspired by Gaston Leroux's 1910 novel. This mesmerizing tale of supernatural romance has captivated audiences and become a cultural phenomenon. As Broadway's longest-running show, this iconic production continues to break records, with an estimated 140 million viewers worldwide.

Experience the magic of Phantom as it enters a new era with a refreshed production set to enthrall audiences across America. Don't miss your chance to witness this legendary show as it haunts Durham on this exciting new tour!

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Hell's Kitchen

June 15-20, 2027

The Diary of Alicia Keys? almost! This inspirational musical is on a brand-new North American tour. Created by playwright and Pulitzer Prize finalist Kristoffer Diaz and scored by Alicia Keys, Hell's Kitchen is largely drawn from the award-winning singer's story, based on Keys' life growing up in the Bronx. Original Broadway cast lead Maleah Joi Moon won the 2024 Tony for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for her role, with her co-star Kecia Lewis winning Best Featured Actress in a Musical alongside

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BEETLEJUICE

April 16-18, 2027

Get ready to experience the afterlife like never before as Beetlejuice invites you to step into a world where the supernatural meets the hilarious. Based on Tim Burton's iconic film, Beetlejuice brings his chaos and madness to the stage, where you'll witness larger-than-life sandworms, ghostly apparitions, and jaw-dropping transformations. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the original movie or a newcomer to the Beetlejuice universe, prepare for a theatrical journey that's bound to leave you screaming... with laughter!

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Wicked

July 28-August 15, 2027

Forget a certain gingham-clad farm girl and her loyal pooch, here's the real story of Oz, from those who helped build it! Based on the novel by Gregory Maguire and crystallised by an unforgettable soundtrack by Stephen Schwartz, Wicked tells the story behind the legend, taking us back to a land full of magic - led by one who has none, and the two women who defeated him, together. A cultural phenomenon and now one of the biggest-selling movies of all time, see it where it all began in the thrillifying stage original!

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