Broadway in Tucson

The Book of Mormon
2026-02-27 - 2026-03-01 | Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ, 85721, United States
Sam McLellan and company in THE BOOK OF MORMON North American tour. Photo by Julieta Cervantes

The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it “Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal.” It’s THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical.
This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of 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.
For more information, visit TheBookOfMormonTour.com.
Run Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
No babes in arms, everyone must have at ticket.

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BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical
2026-04-14 - 2026-04-19
Lucas Hallauer (Marty McFly), Photo by McLeod9 Creative, 2025

Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical with its destination set for Tucson in 2026.
Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical, and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical, Back to the Future: The Musical is adapted for the stage by the iconic film’s creators Bob Gale (Back to the Future trilogy) and Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump) and directed by the Tony Award®-winner John Rando with original music by multi-Grammy® winners Alan Silvestri (Avengers: Endgame) and Glen Ballard (Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”), alongside hit songs from the movie including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time.”
When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past, and send himself… back to the future. When Back to the Future hits 88mph, it’ll change musical theatre history forever.
Run Time: 2 hours and 40 minutes
Age Recommendation: Ages 6 and up
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Riverdance 30 - The New Generation
2026-04-29 - 2026-04-30
Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerizing choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe and established Riverdance as a global cultural sensation. To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour, bringing its magic to audiences around the world. This spectacular production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics. And for the first time Riverdance welcomes “The New Generation” of performers, all of whom were not born when show began 30 years ago. 2 John McColgan, Director of Riverdance said “It is both a privilege and a delight to celebrate 30 years of Riverdance and the unique journey it has taken us on. In those 30 years the show has transformed from a spectacle into a global cultural phenomenon – continuously evolving yet remaining true to its Irish roots. On this upcoming tour we look forward to welcoming ‘The New Generation’ of artists while paying tribute to the talented performers, creators, dedicated crew, and the millions of fans who have made Riverdance a worldwide celebration of music and dance.” Audiences will enjoy a unique and memorable performance which blends the traditional and the contemporary, showcasing the skill and passion of the world-class of dancers, musicians and singers in the Riverdance ensemble.

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BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
2026-06-16 - 2026-06-21
Shubshri Kandiah (Belle) & Brendan Xavier (Beast) | photo by Daniel Boud

Be Our Guest at Disney’s 30th Anniversary production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the breathtaking musical filled with the romance and grandeur audiences know and love.
This enchanting and timeless tale has been brought to life like never before, with spectacular new sets and dazzling costumes. The show boasts the Oscar®-winning and Tony Award®-nominated score, including the classic songs “Be Our Guest” and “Beauty and the Beast.”
Reuniting to create this new production are members of the original Tony Award®-winning artistic team, including composer Alan Menken, lyricist Tim Rice, book writer Linda Woolverton, with direction and choreography by Matt West, scenic design by Stanley A. Meyer, costume design by Ann Hould-Ward and lighting design by Natasha Katz.
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is the beloved musical that will fill your heart with joy and Disney magic.
Run Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Age Recommendation: Ages 6 and up
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HELL’S KITCHEN
2026-08-18 - 2026-08-23
Maya Drake and the company of the North American Tour of Alicia Keys’ Hell’s Kitchen. Photo by Marc J Franklin

Ali is a 17-year-old girl full of fire – searching for freedom, passion and her place in the world.
How she finds them is a New York City coming-of-age story you’ve never felt before – HELL’S KITCHEN, a new musical from 16-time Grammy® Award winner Alicia Keys, whose new songs and greatest hits about growing up in NY inspire a story made for Broadway.
Rebellious and stifled by an overprotective single mother, Ali is lost until she meets her mentor: a neighbor who opens her heart and mind to the power of the piano. Set to the rhythm of the 90s, HELL’S KITCHEN is a love story between a mother and daughter. It’s about finding yourself, your purpose, and the community that lifts you. Come remember where dreams begin.
Hailed as a New York Times Critic’s Pick that is, “thrilling from beginning to end – a rare must-see!” HELL’S KITCHEN is directed by four-time Tony Award nominee Michael Greif, with choreography by four-time Tony Award nominee Camille A. Brown, a book by Pulitzer Prize finalist Kristoffer Diaz, and the music of Alicia Keys.

RUN TIME
2 hrs, 35 min (includes 1 intermission)
AGE RECOMMENDATION AND DISCLAIMER
HELL’S KITCHEN is recommended for ages 8 and up and contains some strong language and moments with mature themes.
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THE WHO’S TOMMY
2026-10-20 - 2026-10-25
In 1969, The Who created a rock opera that changed the course of music history. And now, it’s back in a dazzling all-new production that feels more relevant than ever.
Myth and spectacle combine in this fresh reinvention that includes the unforgettable anthems “I’m Free,” “See Me, Feel Me,” “Sensation” and “Pinball Wizard.” After witnessing his father shoot his rival, the young Tommy Walker is lost in the universe, endlessly and obsessively staring into the mirror. An innate knack for pinball catapults him from reticent adolescent to celebrity savior. Tony Award-winning composer Pete Townshend and ony Award-winning original director Des McAnuff find powerful resonance reexamining this classic story for today.

ELF THE MUSICAL
2026-11-10 - 2026-11-15
ELF North American Tour Company, 2025. Photo by Evan Zimmerman for Murphymade
ELF THE MUSICAL, inspired by the hit film, is the hilarious and heartwarming tale of Buddy, who embarks on a journey to New York City and, in turn, helps the Big Apple rediscover the true meaning of Christmas. This all-new tour, based on the acclaimed 2024 Broadway production “has CRACKED THE CODE OF ALL-AGES COMEDY, the kind that will leave children and grown-ups equally helpless with laughter” (The New York Times). It’s a “VERY ‘SPARKLEJOLLYTWINKLEJINGLEY’ NIGHT OUT!” (The Daily Beast).

Bluey’s Big Play
2026-11-17 - 2026-11-18
This is Bluey’s Big Play, For Real Life.
When Dad feels like a little bit of time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag.
Bluey’s Big Play is a theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award winning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and new music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush. Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you, featuring brilliantly created puppets, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life.
Bluey’s Big Play is presented by BBC Studios and Andrew Kay in association with Windmill Theatre Co.

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HADESTOWN
2026-12-04 - 2026-12-06
Hawa Kamara (Eurydice) in Hadestown North American Tour, 2026.
Photo by: Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade.
Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony® Awards, this acclaimed new musical by celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today… and always.
HADESTOWN intertwines two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — as it invites you on a hell- raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers and singers, HADESTOWN is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go.

A Magical Cirque Christmas
2026-12-11 - 2026-12-12
For more than five spectacular holiday seasons, A Magical Cirque Christmas has captivated fans and welcomed families, making it part of their seasonal celebrations.
Overflowing with festive charm and dazzling cirque artistry, A Magical Cirque Christmas showcases the extraordinary talents of world-class performers through gravity-defying acrobatics, awe-inspiring displays of strength and agility, laugh-out-loud comedy, and heartwarming magic. Set to a lively soundtrack of modern holiday hits, each act delivers a fresh and unforgettable Christmastime experience.
Beloved by audiences of all ages, A Magical Cirque Christmas is a joyful way to celebrate the season together.

THE OUTSIDERS
2027-02-02 - 2027-02-07
The Outsiders North American Tour Company
Photo by Matthew
The winner of four 2024 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, is THE OUTSIDERS. This classic coming-of-age story takes you to Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1967, where Ponyboy Curtis, his best friend Johnny Cade, and their family of Greaser “outsiders” dream about who they want to become in a world that will never accept them. THE OUTSIDERS features Danya Taymor’s Tony Award winning direction that’s “refreshing, gritty, and endlessly effective.” (The New York Times). With “high-octane choreography” (New York Magazine), THE OUTSIDERS has been described as “more pulse-pounding than anything else on Broadway!” (Time Out New York).

THE BODYGUARD
2027-02-22 - 2027-02-28
THE INTERNATIONAL, AWARD-WINNING SMASH-HIT MUSICAL THE BODYGUARD IS BACK!
Based on the 1992 film starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, THE BODYGUARD is a thrilling, romantic musical that combines high-stakes suspense with unforgettable music. Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Both expect to be in charge of their situation -what they don’t expect is to fall in love.
A “BRILLIANT”(The Times), breathtakingly romantic thriller, THE BODYGUARD features a whole host of unforgettable classics including “Queen of the Night,” “So Emotional,” “I Will Always Love You,” “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” “Saving All My Love,” and “One Moment in Time”, alongside thrilling plot twists and emotional drama. THE BODYGUARD is an electrifying combination of romance, suspense and chart-topping music that will captivate audiences from start to finish.

Disney’s THE LION KING
2027-03-10 - 2027-03-21
Peter Hargrave as Scar. The Lion King North American Tour ©Disney. Photo by Matthew Murphy.
More than 100 million people around the world have experienced the phenomenon of Disney’s THE LION KING, and now you can, too, when Tucson’s best-loved musical returns to Centennial Hall. Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, this landmark musical event brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. THE LION KING also features some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. There is simply nothing else like THE LION KING.

THE NOTEBOOK
2027-04-27 - 2027-05-02
The Notebook. Photo by Roger Mastroianni
Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film, THE NOTEBOOK tells the story of Allie and Noah, both from different worlds, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. “Full of butterfly-inducing highs and beautiful songs” (Entertainment Weekly), THE NOTEBOOK is a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love.
THE NOTEBOOK is directed by Michael Greif (Dear Evan Hansen, Next to Normal, RENT) and Schele Williams (The Wiz, Aida), and features music and lyrics by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson, book by Bekah Brunstetter (NBC’s “This Is Us”), and choreography by Katie Spelman.

SIX
2027-05-21 - 2027-05-23
Khaila Wilcoxon as Catherine of Aragon (center) in The North American Tour Aragon Company of SIX. Photo by Joan Marcus
Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived.
From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over. The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic’s Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as “Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for! The Broadway season got supercharged!”

THE GREAT GATSBY
2027-08-17 - 2027-08-22
Samantha Pauly (center) & cast in the Broadway production of The Great Gatsby (c) Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman
THE PARTY’S ROARING IN TUCSON!
Hailed by Entertainment Weekly as “a Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy,” THE GREAT GATSBY is the Tony Award®-winning new musical based on the classic American novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald. This story of extravagance and longing is “one wildly entertaining night at the theater and musical theater at its finest” (Theatrely).
