COLUMBUS, Ohio — CAPA and PNC Broadway in Columbus announced their lineup of shows for the 2024-25 season.
The upcoming season marks the 10th year of PNC being the series sponsor for Broadway in Columbus and will feature five Columbus premieres.
“We’re excited to bring another great season of the best of Broadway to Columbus. Five Columbus premieres, an appealing cross-section of shows, the return of Hamilton… we look forward to bringing this season to Columbus for our subscribers and all the Broadway fans,” CAPA President and CEO Chad Whittington said.
The season kicks off in September with MJ, a musical focused on the story of Michael Jackson. Other shows in the season include Peter Pan, & Juliet, Funny Girl and Hamilton.
Season options also include the return of The Book of Mormon and Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas.
Tickets for the 2024-25 season are available for existing subscriptions for renewal. Tickets for new subscriptions go on sale May 28.
You can get access to the waitlist and other information by clicking here.
Below is information on the plays and musicals performed this upcoming season and when they will happen.
2024-2025 Season Shows
MJ
September 10-15, 2024
Ohio Theatre
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Columbus with MJ, the multi-Tony Award®-winning musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. Created by Tony Award®-winning Director/Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status. (Columbus premiere)
Peter Pan
January 14-19, 2025
Ohio Theatre
This high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in anew adaptation by celebrated playwright Larissa FastHorse, directed by Emmy Award winner Lonny Price and choreography by Lorin Latarro. This extraordinary musical full of excitement and adventure features iconic and timeless songs including “I’m Flying,” “I Gotta Crow,” “I Won’t Grow Up,” and “Neverland.” Peter Pan embraces the child in us all so go on a journey from the second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning – your entire family will be Hooked!
& Juliet
February 18-23, 2025
Ohio Theatre
Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from Schitt’s Creek, this hilarious new musical flips the script of the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love — her way. 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. (Columbus premiere)
Funny Girl
March 25-30, 2025
Ohio Theatre
Welcome to musical comedy heaven! The “vivacious and delightfully glitzy” (Vogue) Broadway revival features iconic songs, including “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star,” and “People.” Breaking box office records week after week and receiving unanimous raves on Broadway, this bittersweet comedy is the story of the indomitable Fanny Brice. As a girl from the Lower East Side who dreamed of a life on the stage, everyone told her she’d never be a star, but then something funny happened—she became one of the most beloved performers in history, shining brighter than the brightest lights of Broadway. The Observer describes the revival as “sparkling and explosively entertaining!” (Columbus premiere)
A Beautiful Noise
April 22-27, 2025
Ohio Theatre
A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, which tells the untold true story of how America's greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career. 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. (Columbus premiere)
Kimberly Akimbo
June 3-8, 2025
Ohio Theatre
A new musical about growing up and growing old (in no particular order), Kimberly Akimbo is the winner of five Tony Awards including Best Musical. It features Tony Award®-winning book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire (Shrek), a Tony Award-winning score by Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home), choreography by Danny Mefford (Dear Evan Hansen) and direction by Tony-nominated director Jessica Stone. 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. (Columbus premiere)
HAMILTON
July 8-20, 2025
Ohio Theatre
A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation. HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. Hamilton features book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards, it has won Grammy® and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors. HAMILTON closes the season in July 2025 – a revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation.
2024-2025 Season Options
THE BOOK OF MORMON
October 8-13, 2024
Ohio Theatre
The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it “Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal.” It’s THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical. This hilarious musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation. (Contains explicit language.)
Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
December 3-8, 2024
Palace Theatre
Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical is the record-setting Broadway holiday sensation which features the hit songs “You’re A Mean One Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” from the original animated special. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is “two sizes too small,” decides to steal Christmas away from the Holiday loving Whos. Magnificent sets and costumes inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original illustrations help transport audiences to the whimsical world of Whoville and help remind us of the true meaning of the holiday season. Don’t miss what The New York Times calls “AN EXTRAORDINARY PERFORMANCE! 100 times better than any bedtime story.”
