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Water for Elephants at James M. Nederlander Theatre, 24 W. Randolph St.
Dates: 6/23/2026 - 7/5/2026
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Based on the acclaimed bestselling novel, Water for Elephants is a spectacle-filled musical that follows a young man who, after losing what matters most, jumps a moving train and finds a new home with the crew of a traveling circus, along with a life and love beyond his wildest dreams. Seen through the eyes of his older self, the story becomes a poignant reminder that life can begin again at any age. The production runs June 23 through July 5, 2026, at the James M. Nederlander Theatre.
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Cast and Creative Team for Water for Elephants at James M. Nederlander Theatre, 24 W. Randolph St.
Creative Team
Danya Taymor
Director
John Du Prez
Music
Eric Idle
Book & Lyrics
Shaina Taub
Composer
Jerry Mitchell
Director
Harvey Fierstein
Book
Cyndi Lauper
Composer
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