DEATH BECOMES HER, MAMMA MIA!, And More Set for Playhouse Square 2026–2027 Broadway Series
Season includes seven productions Boop! The Musical, Maybe Happy Ending, The Phantom Of The Opera, Buena Vista Social Club, And Harry Potter And The Cursed Child.
Playhouse Square has announced its 2026–2027 KeyBank Broadway Series, featuring seven productions including the national tour launch of DEATH BECOMES HER and the return of MAMMA MIA!, alongside new and returning titles. Season ticket packages are now on sale.
The season will begin with the launch of the national tour of DEATH BECOMES HER, followed by a lineup that includes a Tony Award-winning Best Musical, returning favorites, and new Broadway titles.
DEATH BECOMES HER
September 12 – October 3, 2026
The musical comedy, based on the 1992 film, follows two rivals pursuing eternal youth through a mysterious potion. The production will launch its national tour in Cleveland following technical rehearsals beginning in August.
MAMMA MIA!
January 5 – 24, 2027
Set on a Greek island, the musical tells the story of a mother, daughter, and three possible fathers, featuring songs by ABBA. The production returns to the KeyBank Broadway Series for the first time in 25 years.
BOOP! THE MUSICAL
February 2 – 21, 2027
Based on the character Betty Boop, the musical follows her journey from a black-and-white world into a colorful modern adventure.
MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
March 2 – 21, 2027
Winner of six 2025 Tony Awards including Best Musical, the production explores connection and identity through an unexpected encounter.
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
April 14 – May 9, 2027
A new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical returns, featuring original designs by Maria Björnson and based on the direction of Harold Prince.
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB
July 27 – August 15, 2027
Inspired by the Grammy Award-winning album, the musical tells the story of Cuban musicians and the revival of their work.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
August 24 – September 12, 2027
The play continues the story of Harry Potter through his son Albus, combining stagecraft and theatrical effects in a large-scale production.
Ticket Information
Season ticket packages are currently available, with pricing ranging from $185 to $810. Tickets can be purchased through Playhouse Square’s box office or website.
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Cassidy Theatre (8/07-8/23) |
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Rush at Rocket Arena Rocket Arena (9/17-9/18) |
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