ORLANDO, Fla. – The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has unveiled its highly anticipated Broadway lineup for the 2026-27 season, promising a diverse array of performances that will captivate theatergoers.
This upcoming season will delight audiences with the return of beloved classics such as “Hamilton,” “Wicked,” “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast,” “Jersey Boys,” and “The Sound of Music.” These iconic shows are set to rekindle the magic and enchantment that fans have come to love.
In addition to these favorites, the season will introduce exciting new productions. Theater enthusiasts can look forward to experiencing “Buena Vista Social Club,” “Death Becomes Her,” “The Great Gatsby,” and “BOOP! The Musical.” These fresh entries promise to add a unique flair to the lineup.
Below is a schedule of the shows along with their respective dates, featuring summaries as provided by the Dr. Phillips Center:
Hamilton: Sept. 29-Oct. 18, 2026
Buena Vista Social Club: Oct. 20-25, 2026
Buena Vista Social Club: Oct. 20-25, 2026
Step into the heart of Cuba, beyond the glitz of the Tropicana, to a place where blazing trumpets and sizzling guitars set the dance floor on fire. Here, the real sound of Havana is born—and one woman discovers the music that will change her life forever. Inspired by true events, five-time Tony Award®-winning musical Buena Vista Social Club™ brings the GRAMMY® Award-winning album to thrilling life—and tells the story of the legends who lived it. A world-class band joins a sensational cast of musicians, actors and dancers from across the globe for an authentic experience unlike any you’ve seen or heard before. “A jaw-dropping, soul-stirring must-see!” (The Washington Post).
Death Becomes Her: Dec. 1-6, 2026
THE TONY AWARD®-WINNING “PERFECT MUSICAL COMEDY.” Madeline Ashton is the most beautiful actress ever to grace the stage and screen. Helen Sharp is the long-suffering author who lives in her shadow. When revenge and vanity collide, their world is turned upside down by a mysterious woman with a secret that’s to die for. After one sip of a magical potion, both begin a new era of life—and death—with their youth restored and a grudge to last eternity.
Wicked (season option): Jan. 6-31, 2027
Welcome to the wonderful Land of Oz—where there is a young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood and possessing extraordinary talent. Featuring the iconic songs “Defying Gravity,” “Popular” and “For Good,” Wicked has been called “a magical Broadway musical with brains, heart and courage.”
The Great Gatsby: Feb. 9-21, 2027
The party’s roaring in Orlando. This Tony Award®-winning musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic American novel is an unforgettable journey of love, wealth and tragedy, bringing the Roaring Twenties vividly to life on stage.
The Sound of Music: March 16-21, 2027
For 65 years, The Sound of Music has been one of our favorite things. Featuring beloved songs like “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and “Edelweiss,” this Rodgers & Hammerstein classic continues to captivate audiences with its timeless story of love, resilience and the power of music.
BOOP! The Musical: March 30-April 4, 2027
Betty Boop’s dream of an ordinary day off leads to a bright and bubbly Broadway musical adventure filled with color, music and love. A show-stopping celebration that’s fun for audiences of all ages.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: April 20-May 2, 2027
Disney’s beloved musical returns in a breathtaking new touring production with spectacular sets, dazzling costumes and the unforgettable songs audiences know and love.
Beetlejuice (season option): May 11-16, 2027
The ghost-with-the-most returns to Orlando in this hilarious Broadway musical adaptation of Tim Burton’s beloved film.
Jersey Boys: June 22-27, 2027
The original Broadway sensation returns to the road. Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the Tony Award®-winning musical that features unforgettable hits including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like a Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” and more.
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