East Lansing’s Wharton Center Announces the 2026/2027 Broadway Season

Mukelisiwe Goba as Rafiki in Disney’s THE LION KING. Photo by Matthew Murphy.

Wharton Center announces an iconic lineup of shows that will entertain and inspire audiences for its 45th season.

“It’s fitting that as we celebrate our upcoming 45th season, we do so by highlighting iconic stories that helped define Wharton Center,” says Wharton Center Executive Director Eric Olmscheid. “From bringing back the beloved original production of The Phantom of the Opera to the newest shows still running on Broadway today, the season showcases the excitement and legacy of Broadway right here at Wharton Center. There’s no better way to experience our 2026–2027 Broadway Series from start to finish than by becoming a subscriber.”

2026-2027 Season
Show
Dates
Beetlejuice *September 18-20, 2026
The NotebookOctober 27–November 1, 2026
Six *December 1-6, 2026
Hell’s KitchenJanuary 19-24, 2027
BOOP! The MusicalFebruary 23-28, 2027
The Lion KingApril 8-25, 2027
The OutsidersJune 22-27, 2027
The Phantom of the OperaAugust 25–September 5, 2027

 

* Season Specials

Isaiah Bailey as The Phantom and Jordan Lee Gilbert as Christine Daaé in The Phantom of the Opera North American Tour. Photo: Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman.

Broadway subscriptions go on sale Tuesday, March 3, at 8 AM, with six-show packages starting at just $245. 

Broadway Series subscribers gain first access to the season along with priority access to special events like SIX and Beetlejuice, risk-free ticket exchanges, interest-free payment plans, and many more subscriber benefits.

Visit WhartonSeason.com for more details and to secure your seats.

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