Hennepin Arts announces the 2026-2027 Broadway on Hennepin series

Helen J Shen and Darren Criss in Maybe Happy Ending. Photo Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman.

Hennepin Arts has unveiled its 2026–2027 Broadway on Hennepin series, with 12 acclaimed Broadway shows headed to downtown Minneapolis.

The 14-week series includes seven Minnesota premieres along with five celebrated classics and recent Broadway hits, underscoring Hennepin Arts’ commitment to compelling storytelling and live experiences that bring people together. From fresh new works to familiar favorites, the lineup offers something for all audiences.

“This season represents the kind of bold, welcoming and unforgettable experiences we aim to deliver through our work,” said Todd Duesing, Hennepin Arts president and CEO. “By presenting Broadway at its best, we are helping to energize downtown Minneapolis, strengthen our cultural ecosystem and create meaningful experiences that resonate far beyond the theater.”

2026-2027 Season
ShowDates
Mamma Mia! *September 15-20, 2026
Clue *October 9-11, 2026
The Sound of MusicOctober 20-25, 2026
Maybe Happy EndingNovember 17-22, 2026
Buena Vista Social ClubDecember 29, 2026–January 3, 2027
Operation MincemeatJanuary 26-31, 2027
Hadestown *February 9-14, 2027
The OutsidersMarch 9-14, 2027
The Who’s TommyMarch 30–April 4, 2027
HamiltonApril 20–May 16, 2027
Beetlejuice *June 25-27, 2027
Hell’s KitchenJuly 13-18, 2027

* Season option

All shows are performed at the Orpheum Theatre.

Broadway’s newest and hottest shows come to downtown Minneapolis in a lineup that represents a remarkable 37 Tony Awards that include Best Musical, Best Direction of a Musical, Best Book of a Musical, Best Original Score, Best Orchestrations, Best Choreography, Best Scenic Design of a Musical, and Best Costume Design of a Musical.

“The arts have a unique power to connect people, inspire creativity and deepen our shared sense of community,” said Duesing. “Through live performance, we create moments that bring people together and reinforce the arts as an essential part of a vibrant, thriving society.”

The Outsiders North American Tour Company. Photo by Matthew Murphy

SEASON SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS

The 7-show subscription package price starts at $340 and includes:

  • The Sound of Music, Oct. 20–25, 2026
  • Maybe Happy Ending, Nov. 17–22, 2026
  • Buena Vista Social Club™, Dec. 29, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027
  • Operation Mincemeat, Jan. 26–31, 2027
  • The Outsiders, March 9–14, 2027
  • The Who’s Tommy, March 30–April 4, 2027
  • Alicia Keys’ Hell’s Kitchen, July 13–18, 2027

The 8-show subscription package includes all shows listed above and:

  • Hamilton, April 20–May 16, 2027

Optional shows that can be added to a subscription package:

  • Mamma Mia!, Sept. 15–20, 2026
  • Clue, Oct. 9–11, 2026
  • Hadestown, Feb. 9–14, 2027
  • Beetlejuice, June 25–27, 2027

All subscribers are guaranteed the same seats for each show in the eight-show package. Subscribers receive exclusive benefits including the option to use an interest-free payment plan, flexible exchanges, convenient automatic renewal and early access to purchase additional tickets. Package prices include applicable season subscription discounts, historic restoration fees, processing fees, and, if applicable, Select Plus or Select subscription fees.

New season ticket packages are on sale now at HennepinArts.org. Current subscribers will receive detailed auto-renewal information about their subscription packages and can renew immediately.

Group ticket requests for 10 or more can be made now by calling (612) 373-5665. Pricing and discounts vary by show, performance, and price level. Visit Minneapolis.Broadway.com/Groups to learn more.

Tickets for individual shows will go on sale to the general public at later dates. Prices, shows, artists, dates and times are subject to change without advance notice.

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