A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical

September 30 - October 5, 2025

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A Beautiful Noise is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like "America," "Forever in Blue Jeans" and "Sweet Caroline," an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond's story was made to shine on Broadway-and head out on the road across America. Like Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical before it, A Beautiful Nosie is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir

Phantom of the Opera

November 21 - December 7, 2025

A revitalized production of this romantic and haunting tale about a disfigured musical genius known only as ‘The Phantom’ who haunts the depths of the Paris Opera House returns to Minneapolis. Mesmerized by the talents and beauty of a young soprano – Christine, The Phantom lures her as his protégé and falls fiercely in love with her. Unaware of Christine’s love for Raoul, The Phantom’s obsession sets the scene for a dramatic turn of events where jealousy, madness and passions collide.

The Wiz

December 16 - 21, 2025

This reimagined version of The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway by blending soul, gospel, rock and 70s funk into a dynamic and contemporary retelling of Dorothy's journey. Directed by Schele Williams, the production features powerful performances, visionary choreography, and stunning sets with contributions from an all-star creative team—including Emmy-winning choreographer JaQuel Knight and Tony Award-nominated Amber Ruffin.

Shucked

January 6 - 11, 2026

The original Tony Award-winning musical comedy will bring a fresh dose of corny humor, catchy tunes and heart to the stage, serving up laughs alongside its catchy score by Nashville’s Grammy-winning Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally. Audiences rave about the show’s fun, vibrant energy, making it an unforgettable and humorous musical experience, with a fresh twist on musical theater that will leave audiences grinning from ear to ear.

Chicago

January 27 - February 1, 2026

After 28 years, Chicago is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. No wonder Chicago has been honored with 6 Tony Awards®, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy®, and thousands of standing ovations. As we celebrate our 28th anniversary you’ve got to come see why the name on everyone’s lips is still…Chicago.

Les Misérables

February 17 - 22, 2026

Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption – a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history.

The magnificent score of Les Misérables includes the songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” “Master of the House” and many more. Seen by over 130 million people worldwide in 53 countries and 22 languages, Les Misérables is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals.

Water for Elephants

March 3 - 8, 2026

Adapted from Sara Gruen's bestselling novel, this circus spectacle is a captivating journey of loss, love, and self-discovery. After losing everything during the Great Depression, a young man jumps onto a moving train and joins a traveling circus discovering a new home with the remarkable crew and an unexpected romance that changes his life. Filled with breathtaking theatrical effects and spectacular sets, it’s a poignant reminder that no matter the age, life can begin anew if you choose to take the ride.

Suffs

April 7 - 12, 2026

Celebrate the fight for equality with Suffs, making its Minnesota debut April 2026. The Tony Award-winning musical centers around the suffragists, or “Suffs,” who battled for the right to vote in early 20th-century America. This inspiring, musically rich and highly entertaining show spans across generations, exploring social divides with humor and heart. With a powerful message of persistence, Suffs delivers an engaging, funny and emotionally resonant experience, leaving audiences moved by both its historic impact and the unforgettable energy it provides.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

April 25 - May 23, 2026

Prepare for a spellbinding spectacular with Harry Potter and the Cursed Child making its Minnesota debut offering fans four weeks of enchanting moments they’ll never forget. The Tony Award-winning Best Play continues the journey of Harry Potter when his head-strong son Albus befriends the son of his fiercest rival, Draco Malfoy. This sparks an unbelievable new journey for them all—with the power to change the past and future forever. Prepare for a mind-blowing race through time, spectacular spells, and an epic battle, all brought to life with the most astonishing theatrical magic ever seen on stage.

The Great Gatsby

June 2 - 7, 2026

Direct from Broadway, The Great Gatsby, is the Tony Award-winning smash hit new musical based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic American novel. The epic story has landed on the Broadway musical stage for the first time ever, transporting audiences with a jazz and pop-infused score and winning both Broadway.com and BroadwayWorld’s 2024 Audience Choice Awards for Favorite New Musical. With dazzling production numbers and soaring melodies, this Minnesota debut is sure to captivate with its glamour, intrigue, and the timeless allure of Gatsby’s world.

Wicked

July 8 - August 9, 2026

So much happened before Dorothy dropped in. Wicked, the Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz … but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin — smart, fiery, misunderstood and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships … until the world decides to call one “good” and the other one “wicked.”

From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz — transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story that USA Today cheers is “a complete triumph! An original musical that will make you laugh, cry and think.”

Hennepin Arts 2024-2025 Season

Hadestown

February 11 - 16, 2025

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.

Life of Pi

March 4 - 9, 2025

After a shipwreck in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, a sixteen-year-old boy named Pi survives on a lifeboat with four companions—a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan and a Royal Bengal tiger.

Told with jaw-dropping visuals, world class puppetry and exquisite stagecraft, Life of Pi creates a breathtaking journey that will leave you filled with awe and joy.

& Juliet

May 13 - 18, 2025

& Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including “Since U Been Gone‚” “Roar,” “Baby One More Time,” “Larger Than Life‚” “That’s The Way It Is” and “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” — all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.

Kimberly Akimbo

July 8 - 13, 2025

Kimberly is about to turn 16 and recently moved with her family to a new town in suburban New Jersey. In this “howlingly funny heartbreaker of a show” (The New Yorker), Kim is forced to navigate family dysfunction, a rare genetic condition, her first crush… and possible felony charges. Ever the optimist, she is determined to find happiness against all odds and embark on a great adventure.

Disney's Beauty and the Beast

August 5 - 17, 2025

Be our guest at Disney’s newly reimagined 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.”