The 26/27 MainStage season runs September through June
Legally Blonde The Musical, Disney’s Frozen, Come From Away, and Shrek the Musical.
In July, our 2027 YouthStage Spotlight Show is Hadestown Teen Edition, performed by students in grades 8 through 12.
Based on the popular 2001 movie, Legally Blonde The Musical follows Elle Woods, a bubbly blonde sorority sister who appears to have the perfect life – until her boyfriend Warner dumps her to attend Harvard Law. To win him back, she charms her way into the prestigious law school, where she struggles to fit in among her “serious” peers and professors. With the support of new friends who encourage her to stay true to herself, Elle soon realizes her potential, and sets out to prove the world wrong.
This fabulously fun award-winning musical explores Elle’s transformation as she tackles stereotypes and discovers new friendships, all with her signature pink Birkin bag and beloved dog Bruiser in hand. With showstopping numbers, heartfelt moments, and plenty of laughs to be had, this musical is so much fun…it should be illegal!
In the mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up isolated from the world and increasingly distant from each other. When Elsa is crowned queen, her secret magical powers take control, and she flees into the mountains. As a ferocious winter descends, Anna sets off on an epic journey to find Elsa and bring her home – with the help of ice harvester Kristoff, his reindeer Sven, and a charming snowman named Olaf.
Based on the beloved animated movie, Disney’s Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood, acceptance, and finding the real meaning of true love.
Come From Away is a musical based on the true story of when the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, became a haven for diverted plane passengers on September 11, 2001. What started as an average day in the isolated town turned into a life-changing event when planes carrying thousands of people from all over the world were told to land in Gander amidst the chaos and confusion of the 9/11 attacks. The residents of Gander – referred to as “islanders” – welcomed the stranded travelers – called “come from aways” – with shelter, music, an open bar, and acknowledgment of being one big global family. Throughout the days, residents and strangers alike become friends, sharing stories of similarities and differences, and finding appreciation for both. Connections are made for life, and Gander is put on the map for being instrumental in aiding the world in a historic time of turmoil.
Based on the remarkable true story, Come From Away features a folk-rock score with Celtic influences, a story both entertaining and inspiring, and charming characters based on real people. This Tony Award-winning musical explores the bonds that are made in times of crisis, weaves in moments of laughter and joy that can ease pain, and ultimately reminds us all of the resilience of humanity.
Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek the Musical is a hilarious and fantastical fairy tale adventure that brings the movie’s beloved characters to the stage. Shrek is an ogre who enjoys a simple life living alone in his swamp. When evil Lord Farquaad banishes fairy tale misfits such as the Three Little Pigs, Pinocchio, and more, from the Kingdom of Duloc, they appear in Shrek’s swamp and disturb his peace. He is promised his home in exchange for freeing a princess who Farquaad desires for his wife. Shrek’s journey is aided by a wisecracking Donkey and many comical perils, plus the added mystery of a secret Princess Fiona has hidden from the world.
Featuring a side-splitting script and plethora of catchy songs, this big bold musical is a comical twist on classic fairy tales. An ogre of a story, Shrek the Musical is bursting with fun, heart, and adventure – an entertaining experience for all ages!
Spotlight Show (performed by students in grades 8-12)
Hadestown Teen Edition tells a version of two intertwined love stories from Greek mythology – young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and immortal Hades and wife Persephone. Set in a Depression-era world, poverty-stricken Eurydice and Orpheus struggle to make ends meet, but Orpheus promises he is working on a song that will bring them hope again. Meanwhile, Persephone is enjoying her summer in the world above when Hades comes to collect her for the return back to Hadestown, Hades’ underground factory. As Eurydice becomes more desperate for a better life, she is intrigued by the promises of working in Hadestown and makes a deal with Hades to reside there. When Orpheus learns of this deal, he journeys to the underworld to save Eurydice and empower the workers to escape the clutches of power-hungry Hades.
This Tony Award-winning folk opera invites audiences on a hell-raising adventure to the underworld and back. With a soundtrack inspired by New Orleans jazz and American folk music, and featuring a modern spin on classic Greek mythology tales, Hadestown Teen Edition is a captivating sung-through musical that explores fear, love, doubt, and faith in a world not unlike our own.
