The Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Shubert Organization (Philadelphia, PA) have announced the 2022-23 Broadway series with a full lineup of dazzling productions, including Broadway’s newest blockbusters and returning fan favorites, with a combined 56 Tony Awards® and 46 Drama DeskTM Awards.
The lineup showcases a wide range of stories, representing the best of contemporary theater with the newest award-winning shows and returning beloved Broadway classics, plus several Philadelphia premieres.
Premieres include the first national tours of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, based on the Oscar-winning hit film of the same name. As in the film, the hit musical celebrates some of the greatest popular music of the last 50 years; Six, the modern pop reimagining of the story of the wives of Henry VIII that is delighting audiences across the globe on both the West End and Broadway; Beetlejuice, the hilarious and remarkably touching new musical based on the Tim Burton classic film; and TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, a musical celebration of the iconic Queen of Rock n’ Roll. A Soldier’s Play, winner of 2 Tony Awards® including Best Revival of a Play, will also premiere in Philadelphia.
2022-2023 Season
- ~ Academy of Music
- ° Merriam Theater
- ◊ Forrest Theatre
“This season we have seen audiences embrace the unity, joy, and excitement that comes from live arts,” said Matías Tarnopolsky, president and CEO of The Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Center, Inc. “We look forward to seeing packed houses for the 22–23 Broadway season, full of award-winning shows, beloved classics, and Philadelphia premieres. The lineup of 15 fantastic shows reflects our commitment to showcasing new and diverse voices and to sharing the magic of the arts with the widest possible audience. It’s clear that the arts are back and stronger than ever!”
The Broadway Series is presented collaboratively by the Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Shubert Organization, with productions at the Kimmel Cultural Campus’ Academy of Music and Merriam Theater on Broad Street, as well as The Shubert Organization’s Forrest Theatre on Walnut Street. Deeply committed to the health and safety of guests, artists, and staff, The Kimmel Cultural Campus is proudly certified by GBAC, the gold standard for infection prevention programs. Deeply committed to the health and safety of guests, artists, and staff, the Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Shubert Organization are currently requiring masks to be worn at all times, as well as proof of vaccination for those over 5. Guests under 5 will be required to show a negative PCR test result or negative rapid test. For the most up-to-date information about the Kimmel Cultural Campus’ policies, visit kimmelculturalcampus.org. Additional details below about Kimmel’s Safe & Clean Commitment.. For information about Shubert’s policies at the Forrest Theatre, visit Shubert.nyc.
“We’re excited to share the magic of theater with our subscribers and guests over yet another season,” said Frances Egler, Senior Director of Programming and Presentations at the Kimmel Cultural Campus, Campus’ Resident Tony Awards® voter, and curator of the Broadway series. “There is truly something for everyone – from movie-to-stage musicals like Beetlejuice, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, and The Lion King; to experiences for the modern music lovers, like TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, Alanis Morissette-inspired Jagged Little Pill, and the magic of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in Jersey Boys; to classic and long-beloved Broadway shows like Annie and Les Misérables.”
“The Shubert Organization is incredibly proud to transport these magnificent productions to the City of Philadelphia and the historic Forrest Theatre,” shared Robert E. Wankel, Chairman and CEO of The Shubert Organization. “We’re excited to continue our partnership with the Kimmel Cultural Campus as we embark on yet another season of providing the best of Broadway for the Philadelphia region. We hope that in these challenging times, the gift of live theater not only acts as an optimistic outlook but also provide common ground for people to come together.”
Flexible 7-show packages are available now and start at as little as $39.00 per show. Single tickets for individual productions will go on sale at a later date.
Subscribers save from 10-25% off single ticket prices and are offered a variety of exclusive event invitations, perks, and privileges, including the first opportunity to select the best seats in the house and the option to renew their seats each year. Additional subscriber benefits include flexible exchange options, priority ticket access, payment plan options, and more.
All subscription payments remain secure. Kimmel Cultural Campus has created a guide to address frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the changes to the 2022-23 Season.
7-show packages are available now and include Tuesday through Sunday performances of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, Jagged Little Pill, A Soldier’s Play, 1776, Six, Beetlejuice, and Moulin Rouge! The Musical. For the third year, subscription packages include a Wednesday matinee option.
This season offers the ultimate flexibility, giving new and returning subscribers the option to swap up to two shows in the 7-show season package for others in the lineup, including Les Misérables and Disney’s The Lion King. Subscribers will also have first access to purchase additional tickets before they go on sale to the public.
Packages start at just $39.00 per show. 7-show subscription packages range from $265.00 to $958.00 depending on seating and performance dates. The easiest way to subscribe and to find more information is online at kimmelculturalcampus.org/
Group rates are available for groups of 10 or more and can be purchased from Kimmel Cultural Campus or Broadway Inbound. Visit Kimmel online at kimmelculturalcampus.org/
