It's the most wonderful time of the year for theatre fans as Centennial Hall announces its 2026/27 Broadway Season. From premieres of fresh New York shows like The Outsiders and The Notebook to the welcome return of The Lion King, and more, there's plenty of magic for all types of audiences! See the full schedule below:

The Who's Tommy
October 20 - 25, 2026
Nominated for the 2024 Tony Award for Best Musical Revival! Five and a half decades on since it changed rock history forever, The Who's seminal rock opera Tommy is finally stepping out on tour! Freshly reimagined for a 21st-century audience by its original creators, The Who's guitarist and songwriter Pete Townshend and director Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys, Big River), the production promises a ride through Tommy's amazing journey as thrilling as when it was first witnessed.
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Elf The Musical
November 10 -15, 2026
Based on the beloved movie starring Will Ferrell and Zoey Deschanel, this show first premiered on Broadway in 2010 and has since been inducted into the canon of classic Christmas shows. Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin provided the bouncy score, while the book came courtesy of Broadway vet Thomas Meehan (Annie) and comedian Bob Martin. This critically acclaimed musical is a joyful addition to holiday theatre, with enough hi-tech wizardry and songs to keep the kids engrossed, as well as plenty of jokes for the adults.
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Hadestown
December 4- 6, 2026
Plucky folk opera Hadestown garnered eight Tony Awards (including the coveted Tony for Best Musical), four Drama Desk Awards, six Outer Critics Circle Awards and a Drama League Award. This came as no surprise, given the production received much acclaim during both its Off-Broadway and Broadway runs, praised for its soaring imagination, vibrant retelling of a classic story, and a sumptuous score that evokes smoky New Orleans jazz and bubbling Americana-tinged folk.
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The Outsiders
February 2 - 7, 2027
Winner of the 2024 Tony Award for Best New Musical! Based on S.E. Hilton's 1967 novel and Francis Ford Coppola's era-defining motion picture, this coming-of-age tale follows a gang of young greasers as they cling to survival. With an Americana and roots-inspired music and lyrics by Jamestown Revival, a book by the award-winning Adam Rapp, and direction from Danya Taymor, discover this fan favorite musical as it continues its first-ever national tour. Raw and touching, The Outsiders is a moving story brimming with emotional energy that reminds us of the power of hope, the struggle for identity and belonging, and how it motivates the boys in their violent world.
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The Bodyguard
February 23 - 28, 2027
In 1992, the Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston-led romantic blockbuster The Bodyguard not only broke box office records, but its soundtrack became the best-selling soundtrack of all time, simultaneously solidifying Houston's bona fide superstar status. Experience the songs she made entirely her own - 'One Moment In Time', 'Saving All My Love For You', and 'I Will Always Love You', amongst others, as they score a romantically charged tug-of-war between a diva and her bodyguard.
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The Lion King
March 10 - 21, 2027
Roaring into Tucson next March! Disney presents a musical that brings the much-loved 1994 animated film to life with breathtaking spirit and power, inviting you to explore the African Serengeti and join the wide-eyed cub Simba on the adventure of a lifetime as he grows up and accepts his destiny as the King of the Pride Lands. In addition to the beloved songs penned by Sir Elton John and Tim Rice (such as the soaring 'Circle of Life') this phenomenal adaptation has original songs and explodes with joyous, captivating music that soundtrack the rich mythology and moving drama expertly.
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The Notebook
April 27 - May 2, 2027
This brand-new musical made its Broadway debut in 2024, and now it's coming to you on tour! It's been sixteen years since Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams first set screens alight as Allie and Noah in The Notebook, but romance fans are in for a song-and-dance treat when this beloved story comes to Tucson next spring. Featuring music and lyrics from American singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson. Fall in love with Nicholas Sparks' tear-jerking tale all over again!
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SIX
May 21 - 23, 2027
Henry VIII's six wives are stepping out from the big man's shadow to take their turn in the spotlight in this epically good new musical! Created by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, SIX is a celebration of girl power - from the 16th Century to today - and debuted on the West End in 2018 to fantastic reviews. With an infectious songbook and costumes to make Gaga or Queen Bey jealous, this outstanding show pushes the boundaries of musical theatre! Much like Hamilton, Six injects its historical story with modern-day attitudes and modern-day music, serving up a dizzying whirl of pop and comedy, and an all-female cast. Don't miss it!
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The Great Gatsby
August 17 - 22, 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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