Nashville Gears Up for TPAC’s 45th Anniversary Broadway Season

News Summary

Nashville is unveiling an extraordinary lineup for the Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s 45th anniversary Broadway season set for 2025-26. Featuring six Nashville premieres including Tony Award-winning ‘The Outsiders,’ classics like ‘Beauty and the Beast’ and ‘Hamilton,’ along with fresh interpretations of beloved stories, this season promises diverse productions reflecting American theater’s rich history. Season tickets are now available, offering priority access to these must-see shows.

Exciting Times Ahead as Nashville Celebrates TPAC’s 45th Anniversary Broadway Season

Nashville is brimming with excitement as the Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) gears up to unveil a sensational lineup for its 45th anniversary Broadway season in 2025-26. Folks, get ready for a spectacular season that promises to take you on a journey through the rich tapestry of American theatre—showcasing its past, present, and thrilling future.

Six Nashville Premieres to Light Up the Stage

This season is nothing short of extraordinary, featuring six Nashville premieres that are sure to capture the hearts of audiences. Among the standout productions is “The Outsiders,” the winner of the 2024 Tony Award for Best Musical. Adapted from the beloved 1983 film and the classic 1967 novel by S.E. Hinton, the show reimagines a timeless story with the author’s direct involvement in its transformation to the stage.

In addition to “The Outsiders,” music lovers can rejoice over the return of classics like Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” and the Broadway phenomenon “Hamilton.” These iconic shows will have two-week engagements, promising plenty of chances to catch your favorites!

Dazzling Diversity of Productions

The lineup doesn’t stop there, as there are plenty of other exciting productions to look forward to. Get ready for a fresh twist in “The Wiz,” which adds a contemporary flair to the classic tale of “The Wizard of Oz.” Don’t miss “Suffs,” a powerful piece highlighting American women’s fight for voting rights, tying directly into Nashville’s history as Tennessee was the final state to ratify the 19th Amendment.

And, as if that wasn’t enough to grab your attention, there’s also “Back to the Future: The Musical,” featuring a talking DeLorean! The production is reported to have a character-driven narrative that diverges from the original film, offering a fresh perspective. Let’s also keep our eyes peeled for the delightful musicalization of “Some Like It Hot” and the intriguing story of “Water for Elephants.”

A Season for the Ages

The season will take full advantage of the run-up to America’s 250th birthday, allowing audiences to engage with performances that reflect key historical milestones. Limited return engagements will also put popular shows back into the spotlight, including “Les Misérables,” “Six,” and “The Book of Mormon.”

Mark Your Calendars!

Here’s a quick glance at the full schedule for the productions, so you can mark your calendars:

• “The Wiz” – Sept. 23-28, 2025
• “The Outsiders” – Oct. 14-19, 2025
• Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” – Nov. 4-16, 2025
• “Suffs” – March 3-8, 2026
• “Back to the Future” – March 17-22, 2026
• “Some Like It Hot” – April 21-26, 2026
• “Water for Elephants” – May 12-17, 2026
• “Hamilton” – June 17-28, 2026

Additional Presentations Worth the Wait

And here are some other notable presentations during this exciting season:

• “Les Misérables” – Jan. 20-25, 2026
• “Six” – Feb. 3-8, 2026
• “The Book of Mormon” – June 2-7, 2026

Get Your Season Tickets!

Season tickets are available right now, starting at $380, with flexible payment plans to make it even easier to enjoy all this great theatre. Not only will season ticket holders have priority access to tickets, but they will also enjoy benefits like easy exchanges—what’s not to love?

To get more information or to snatch up those coveted tickets, visit TPAC’s official website or reach out to TPAC Patron Services. Get ready, Nashville, this season is going to be one for the history books!

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• Fox17 News
• Tennessean
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• Axios Nashville
• Wikipedia: Broadway