It's the most wonderful time of the year for theatre fans as DPAC announces its 2026/27 Broadway Season. Featuring a dazzling array of shows fresh from New York, including Maybe Happy Ending, Death Becomes Her, Just in Time, and Buena Vista Social Club! This might just be the biggest season yet. See all the shows bringing their magic, drama, romance, and more below:

Buena Vista Social Club
September 22 - 27, 2026
Winner of the 2026 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album! You've been serenaded with their son rhythms and beguiled by their boleros, now witness the story of Buena Vista Social Club on stage, in this brand new musical celebrating the legendary Cuban musicians! Directed by Saheem Ali, this sensational production tells the true story of the Havana band that put Cuban music back on the map outside of the closed-off country in the 1990s, going on to achieve huge international success with their eponymous album, which topped the charts in the US and around the world.
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Maybe Happy Ending
October 13 - 18, 2026
With its Broadway run collecting six 2025 Tony Awards, this Korean-English musical rom-com is taking to the road! Telling the tale of a whirlwind romance between two charming robots and a house plant called HwaBoon, MHE was a fan favorite on its debut. Hailed by Variety as 'an undeniably moving, well-made, adorable musical', don't miss Maybe Happy Ending as it brings its warmth to you this fall!
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Death Becomes Her
November 10 - 15, 2026
This eagerly anticipated musical adaptation of the 1992 Universal Pictures movie has been wowing on Broadway and is now winging its way to you on tour, bringing high camp night after night! Produced and written by Marco Pennette, direction and choreography come from Tony-nominated Christopher Gattelli. Join Helen Sharp and Madeline Ashton, former friends who now compete for the same man's affection, and find a solution that is simply to die for. This dark comedy is an essential addition to your diary, so get your tickets now!
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The Bodyguard
December 8 - 13, 2026
In 1992, the Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston-led romantic blockbuster The Bodyguard not only broke box office records, but its soundtrack became the best-selling soundtrack of all time, simultaneously solidifying Houston's bona fide superstar status. Experience the songs she made entirely her own - 'One Moment In Time', 'Saving All My Love For You', and 'I Will Always Love You', amongst others, as they score a romantically charged tug-of-war between a diva and her bodyguard.
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Wicked
March 31 - April 18, 2027
Forget a certain gingham-clad farm girl and her loyal pooch, here's the real story of Oz, from those who helped build it! Based on the novel by Gregory Maguire and crystallised by an unforgettable soundtrack by Stephen Schwartz, Wicked tells the story behind the legend, taking us back to a land full of magic - led by one who has none, and the two women who defeated him, together. One of the biggest-selling movies of all time, see it where it all began in the thrillifying stage original!
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Operation Mincemeat
May 11 - 16, 2027
After an incredible West End premiere that saw it take home the Olivier Award for Best New Musical, followed by an ongoing Tony Award-winning run on Broadway, this audacious World War II musical now comes to you on this much-anticipated national tour. Telling the true story of deception so incredible, you won't believe that it helped the Allies ultimately win the war. Operation Mincemeat is brimming with humor, showstopping musical numbers, and impeccable choreography. Singin' in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train meets Hamilton, this plucky little Brit-com that could is a guaranteed great night out and a bizarre history lesson combined!
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The Phantom of The Opera
May 26 - June 6, 2027
In 1986, Andrew Lloyd Webber unveiled his latest masterpiece, The Phantom of the Opera, an electrifying rock musical inspired by Gaston Leroux's 1910 novel. This mesmerizing tale of supernatural romance has captivated audiences and become a cultural phenomenon. As Broadway's longest-running show, this iconic production continues to break records, with an estimated 140 million viewers worldwide.
Experience the magic of Phantom as it enters a new era with a refreshed production set to enthrall audiences across America. Don't miss your chance to witness this legendary show as it haunts Durham on this exciting new tour!
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Just In Time
July 13 - 18, 2027
An exciting new jukebox biographical musical celebrating the life and music of the legendary Bobby Darin, this thrilling production hits the road after bowling over Broadway audiences! Directed by Tony Award winner Alex Timbers, this immersive production evokes a nightclub setting, complete with a live big band on stage. Set to Darin's timeless hits such as "Splish Splash," "Mack the Knife," and "Dream Lover," the show traces his meteoric rise and lasting influence in the music industry.
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