The Great Gatsby
The Great Gatsby is a Broadway musical based on the beloved novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, set in the Roaring Twenties and following eccentric millionaire...
The Bushnell
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Upcoming Shows
MAMMA MIA!
The sunny, funny tale of a mother, a daughter, and three possible dads on a Greek island paradise, all unfolding to the storytelling magic of...
Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Connecticut Theatre Company
Jesus Christ Superstar is such an iconic and ambitious show that you often know what to look for the moment you sit down. At the end of the night, Jesus Christ Supoerstar at CTC was a roaring success and a fan favorite for those who came to see it!…
Review: THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL at Castle Craig Players
On Saturday, August 1st, I had the pleasure of seeing the hilarious production called THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL, as performed by the Castle Craig Players at the Almira F. Stephan Memorial Playhouse in Meriden, CT. Director Bobby Shultz, assistant director Melanie Del Sole, music direct…
Review: MARY POPPINS at Musicals At Richter
On Saturday, July 25th, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another phenomenal musical at Musicals at Richter, MARY POPPINS! The outdoor ambiance at Musicals at Richter tremendously enhances my enjoyment of these productions, seeing these shows under the stars on clear nights! The moving set is elabora…
Review: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Center Stage Theatre
On Thursday, July 23rd, I had the pleasure of experiencing another phenomenally-performed show at Center Stage Theatre, in Shelton, CT, THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL. Directors Rob Esposito and Katie Sedlock combine their talents with the rest of the crew and this amazing young cast to give the audience yet…
Review: THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD at Westport Country Playhouse
Don't hesitate. Get your tickets now!…
Review: RESTORED TO REASON, a New Work, at Sherman Players
The best thing about reviewing new works is that you can go into it with a clean slate. What I witnessed was a smart production by an experienced cast and crew, with an engaged audience: The holy trinity for a successful new play.…
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Summer Theatre Of New Canaan
The Summer Theatre Of New Canaan's production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL is a must-see or must-see again for all ages.…
Review: 1776 at Musicals At Richter
On Saturday, July 11th, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another phenomenal production at Musicals at Richter, in Danbury, 1776. Seeing this show at this outdoor venue on a clear night is a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Robert Bria designed the set, which primarily depicts the inside of Independe…
Review: AUNTIE MAME at Brookfield Theatre For The Arts
“Live, live, live!” That is the story of Auntie Mame. Everyone is so preoccupied with doing the right thing these days, setting themselves up for success and grinding until there is nothing left, that they forget to make the most of the time we have!…
Review: AUNTIE MAME at Brookfield Theatre
Michelle Leigh directs the play version of Auntie Mame, which is seldom presented on stage these days. Thank goodness patrons of the Brookfield Theatre can rediscover this delightful play.…
Past Shows
An Evening with Jon Stewart
An Evening with Jon Stewart comes to The Bushnell on Friday, June 19, 2026, with two performances at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM. This event...
Water for Elephants
The critically acclaimed bestselling novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS comes to vivid life on Broadway in a unique, spectacle-filled new musical. After losing what matters most,...
World Ballet Company: Cinderella
The World Ballet Company presents a production of Cinderella at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts in Hartford, CT....
Comedy in the Capital 2: Stand-Up Showcase
Comedy in the Capital 2 is a stand-up comedy showcase held at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts in Hartford, CT....
Travelers Chorale 2026 Spring Concert: Oh, What a Night!
The Travelers Chorale presents their 2026 Spring Concert titled Oh, What a Night! at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts in Hartford, CT....
& Juliet
CREATED BY THE EMMY®-WINNING WRITER FROM “SCHITT’S CREEK,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks:...
Plant to Plate Workshop
It looks like the information provided includes details about the Warner Theatre's 4th Annual Yacht Rock Fundraiser, but the show listed is Plant to Plate...
Gary Gulman: Grandiloquent
Comedian Gary Gulman brings his show Gary Gulman: Grandiloquent to The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts on May 2, 2026. Gulman is known for...
CT Forum: Lessons From History
CT Forum: Lessons From History is a program presented at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts on May 1, 2026. The event brings together...
Hasan Hates Ronny/Ronny Hates Hasan
The Righteous Brothers Lovin' Feelin' Farewell Tour comes to the Warner Theatre on June 2nd, with Bill Medley joined by Bucky Heard. The performance spans...
Beauty and the Beast
Be Our Guest at Disney’s newly reimagined 30th Anniversary production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the breathtaking musical filled with the romance and grandeur audiences...
Disney's Beauty & the Beast
Disney's Beauty and the Beast runs April 7-12, 2026 at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts. Based on the beloved tale, the stage musical...
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast will return to The Bushnell in Hartford for a limited engagement from April 7 to April 12, 2026. This production...
HSO Masterworks Series: Brahms' Third
HSO Masterworks Series: Brahms' Third runs April 10-12, 2026 at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts in Hartford, CT. The program features Brahms' Third...
ALI SIDDIQ: The Custom Fit Tour
Ali Siddiq brings his Custom Fit Tour to The Bushnell for a special one-night performance on April 4, 2026. Following his acclaimed In The Shadows...
Kinky Boots
Inspired by a true story and based on the Miramax motion picture written by Geoff Deane and Tim Firth, Kinky Boots features a warm and...
Shucked
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Shucked
An unlikely hero, an unscrupulous con man, and a battle for the heart & soil of a small town. SHUCKED is the Tony Award®-winning musical...
MICHAEL BLAUSTEIN: THE TASTE ME TOUR
Michael Blaustein brings his rapid-fire humor to The Bushnell with The Taste Me Tour on January 17, 2026. Known for his viral comedy clips that...
THE NOTEBOOK
The Notebook is a romantic musical adapted from the bestselling novel and iconic film, exploring the enduring love between Allie and Noah despite the obstacles...
Alton Brown Live: Last Bite
Alton Brown is embarking on his final U.S. tour with an exclusive performance at The Bushnell on March 9, 2025. This show, titled Last Bite,...
Some Like It Hot
Set in Chicago during Prohibition, Some Like It Hot tells the story of two musicians who witness a mob hit and must flee for their...
The Wiz
The Wiz returns to the stage in an all-new North American tour, marking the first revival in 40 years. Featuring standout performances by Nichelle Lewis...
Ovations 2025: Decade of Decadence
Ovations 2025: Decade of Decadence is The Bushnell's annual gala, set for March 1, 2025, where attendees will celebrate the iconic 1980s. The evening includes...
John Violinist: The Rose Experience
John Violinist: The Rose Experience features internationally acclaimed violinist John Violinist performing a one-night-only show at The Bushnell. On February 8, he will showcase his...
Dirty Dancing in Concert
Dirty Dancing in Concert brings the beloved story of Baby and Johnny to life as fans experience a screening of the digitally remastered film alongside...
SIX
SIX presents the wives of Henry VIII as modern pop icons, remixing centuries of historical heartbreak into a celebration of girl power. The show features...
Taylor Tomlinson: Save Me
Taylor Tomlinson brings her Save Me tour to The Bushnell for two nights of stand-up comedy on December 6 and 7, 2024. Known for her...
The Thorn
The Thorn presents a powerful live theatrical event that explores the theme of God's love for humanity through a blend of drama, music, dance, martial...
The Band's Visit
The Bands Visit is the winner of 10 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, making it one of the most Tony-winning musicals in history. And now...
Jesus Christ Superstar
nium.Jesus Christ Superstar is an iconic musical phenomenon with a world-wide fan base. In celebration of its 50th Anniversary, a new mesmerizing production comes to...
Anastasia
The romantic and adventure-filled new musical ANASTASIA is at home in Hartford at last! This dazzling show will transport you from the twilight of the...
Hello, Dolly!
Winner of four Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, HELLO, DOLLY! is the universally acclaimed smash that NPR calls the best show of the year!...
The SpongeBob Musical
A legendary roster of Grammy Award winners. A visionary director and a Tony Award-winning design team. One of the worlds most beloved characters. Turn them...
Latin History for Morons
Endless critical and audience acclaim direct from Broadway. A sold-out run at The Public Theater. A record-breaking engagement at Berkeley Repertory Theatre. LATIN HISTORY FOR...
Waitress
Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her...
The Sound of Music
Sparkling, fresh and lively. Los Angeles TimesTHE HILLS ARE ALIVE! A brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC is coming to Hartford. The beloved...
Come From Away
Broadways COME FROM AWAY is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics Pick takes you into the heart of...
BEAUTIFUL – The Carole King Musical
BEAUTIFUL The Carole King Musical tells the Tony and Grammy Award-winning inspiring true story of Kings remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a...
Rent
In 1996, an original rock musical by a little-known composer opened on Broadway and forever changed the landscape of American theatre. Two decades later, Jonathan...
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Roald Dahl's amazing tale is now Hartfords golden ticket! It's the perfect recipe for a delectable treat: songs from the original film, including "Pure Imagination,"...
Cats
Rediscover CATSthe beloved musical with breathtaking musicincluding one of the most treasured songs in musical theater, "Memory. Featuring new sound design, direction and choreography for...
Hamilton
HAMILTON is the story of America's Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington's right-hand man during the Revolutionary...
Fiddler on the Roof
Tony®-winning director Bartlett Sher brings his fresh take on a beloved masterpiece to life as FIDDLER ON THE ROOF begins a North American tour direct...
The Bodyguard
Based on the smash hit film, the award-winning musical will star Grammy® Award-nominee and R&B superstar DEBORAH COX! Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank...
Something Rotten
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance...
Come Fly Away
Come Fly Away is the new Broadway musical that brings together the legendary vocals of Frank Sinatra and the creative vision of Tony Award-winner Twyla...
Fiddler on the Roof
Fiddler on the Roof, the Tony Award® winning musical that has captured the hearts of people all over the world with its universal appeal, embarks...
Les Miserables
DREAM THE DREAM! Cameron Mackintosh presents a brand new 25th anniversary production of Boublil & Schönberg’s legendary musical, Les Misérables, with glorious new staging and...
The Addams Family
The Addams Family is a smash-hit musical comedy that brings the darkly delirious world of Gomez, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Grandma, Wednesday, Pugsley and, of course,...
Memphis
TURN UP THAT DIAL...From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes a hot new Broadway musical that bursts off the stage with explosive...
Peter Pan
Tony Award nominee Cathy Rigby takes flight in an all new production of Peter Pan! Discover the magic all over again of this two-time Emmy®...
Jersey Boys
“TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE!” raves the New York Post for JERSEY BOYS, the 2006 Tony Award®-winning Best Musical about Rock and Roll Hall of...
Traces
Traces combines awe-inspiring acrobatics with infectious urban energy. With versatile artists who deliver dazzling, gravity-defying displays of skill, dance, and acrobatic brilliance. Created by 7...
MIddlesex Hospital Vocal Chords: 9/11 Tribute
Middlesex Hospital presents the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, directed by Gina Fredericks, consisting of 105 voices in their 9/11 Tribute. Co-hosting are Jessica Schneider and...
Wicked
Back by “Popular” demand. Entertainment Weekly calls WICKED "the best musical of the decade,” and when it first played Hartford in 2005, it broke box...
Michael Bolton and friends
Grammy award-winner Michael Bolton and special guest artists will perform a benefit concert here at The Bushnell as part of The Travelers Championship. Joining Michael...
Swing, Swing, Swing
Victor Vanacore conductor The HSO plays the biggest of the Big Band hits...guaranteed to put you “In the Mood”....
Deep Purple featuring Members of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra
Hard rock and heavy metal pioneers Deep Purple will team up with members of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra for a spectacular concert of the band’s...
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Charlie & The Chocolate Factory Kweskin Theatre (8/06-8/15) |
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Mary Poppins Musicals at Richter (7/24-8/09) |
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DISNEY & PIXAR’S COCO IN CONCERT LIVE TO FILM Jorgensen Center (10/23-10/23) |
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Crazy For You Goodspeed Opera House (6/19-8/09) |
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Hocus Pocus Live! an all-new parody musical Palace Theater (10/29-10/29) |
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JAKE SHIMABUKURO Jorgensen Center (10/10-10/10) |
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HOCUS POCUS LIVE! Jorgensen Center (10/18-10/18) |
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Hocus Pocus Live! an all-new parody musical Warner Theatre (9/26-9/27) |
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Tony Winner Beth Leavel Legacy Theatre (8/16-8/16) |
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TERRY FATOR PURE IMAGINATION: ONCE UPON A VOICE Jorgensen Center (9/26-9/26) |