News Summary
The Texas Performing Arts has unveiled its lineup for the 2025-26 Broadway in Austin season at the Bass Concert Hall. Ten major musicals are set to captivate audiences, including award-winning shows such as ‘Kimberly Akimbo’ and ‘The Outsiders.’ The announcement was made during a VIP gala featuring live performances, highlighting the excitement surrounding this season. The diverse lineup promises to enrich Austin’s cultural landscape, benefiting local theatre enthusiasts and businesses alike.
Austin
The Texas Performing Arts has announced an exciting lineup for the 2025-26 Broadway in Austin season, featuring ten major musicals to be held at the Bass Concert Hall. The reveal of the lineup took place during a VIP gala event, where attendees enjoyed various speeches and live performances by cast members visiting from Broadway.
What Happened
The gala, hosted at the University of Texas at Austin venue, showcased a surprise performance by Broadway cast member Josh Strobl. He performed “Great Expectations,” and was joined by John Patrick Collins for “Stay Gold.” The unveiling of the season’s musical offerings included various well-known productions, setting the stage for an exhilarating season ahead.
Highlighted Productions
Opening the season will be Kimberly Akimbo, the winner of the 2023 Tony Award for Best Musical, running from September 30 to October 5, 2025. Following this smash hit, The Outsiders, the 2024 Tony winner for Best Musical, will take the stage from October 21-26, 2025.
A notable highlight of the season is the return of Six, running from January 20-25, 2026, which follows a successful, sold-out run in the previous season. Additionally, a modern twist on Greek mythology, Hadestown, will be back from February 20-22, 2026, following its successful Austin debut in 2022.
The season will also include the iconic The Sound of Music from February 3-8, 2026; The Great Gatsby, portraying the essence of the Roaring Twenties, set for March 10-15, 2026; and the anticipated The Wiz, an all-Black remake of The Wizard of Oz, scheduled for May 12-17, 2026. Moreover, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast will enchant audiences from December 2-14, 2025, marking the introduction of the first new Disney Theatrical Productions show in 25 years.
Lastly, musicals such as & Juliet and Mamma Mia! are set to run during the season, with the former scheduled for July 14-19, 2026, and the latter from April 14-19, 2026.
Who Is Affected
Austin audiences, theatre enthusiasts, and local businesses are poised to benefit from this diverse lineup of productions. With the return of beloved shows and the introduction of new ones, local theatre-goers will have a wide array of options to choose from. The announcement is particularly significant for theatre fans, families, and school groups who are eager to enjoy live performances in their local community.
Official Response
The executive and artistic director of Texas Performing Arts has expressed a strong commitment to showcasing innovative and new musicals. The inclusion of two back-to-back Tony winners demonstrates a focus on high-quality productions, promising excitement and variety for audiences throughout the season.
Impact
This new season promises to enrich the cultural landscape of Austin, attracting both local attendees and visitors. The lineup reflects a growing trend of high-quality productions in Austin, potentially bolstering tourism and providing additional economic benefits through increased ticket sales and related commerce in the area.
What’s Next
Season subscriber passes are currently available, which will include tickets for select shows such as Kimberly Akimbo, The Outsiders, Beauty and the Beast, & Juliet, The Sound of Music, The Great Gatsby, and The Wiz. Individual ticket sales for specific shows will be announced in the future, creating further anticipation for the upcoming season.
As more details unfold and ticket sales begin, the excitement surrounding the 2025-26 Broadway in Austin season continues to grow, promising an unforgettable array of performances for all audiences.
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Additional Resources
- Statesman: Broadway in Austin 2025-26 Season
- Wikipedia: Broadway (theatre)
- Austin Chronicle: Broadway in Austin 2025-26 Season
- Google Search: Broadway in Austin 2025 season
- CultureMap Austin: Broadway in Austin 2025-26 Season
- Google Scholar: Broadway musicals
- Broadway World: Ballet Austin March 2025
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Broadway musical
- CBS Austin: Les Misérables in Austin
- Google News: Broadway in Austin 2025 season
