EUREKA DAY, THURGOOD & More Set for Detroit Public Theatre Season 12
Find out how to get discounted tickets to Season 12.
Detroit Public Theatre has announced its 12th season, which will feature four productions alongside the return of The DPT Holiday Cabaret. The company also teased plans for a special winter production of Detroit '67, with additional details expected at a later date.
Producing Artistic Directors Courtney Burkett, Sarah Clare Corporandy, and Sarah Winkler said in a statement that the company was excited to share a “diverse and thrilling” season with audiences.
EUREKA DAY
By Jonathan Spector
September 23, 2026 – October 25, 2026
Described as a satire about parenting and public health, the Tony Award-winning play is set at an elementary school where a mumps outbreak challenges the community's progressive values. The production will mark the Michigan premiere of the play.
THE DPT HOLIDAY CABARET
December 3, 2026 – December 20, 2026
The fourth annual edition of the seasonal cabaret revue will return with an entirely new show. Detroit Public Theatre describes the production as a holiday celebration featuring music, comedy, and vocal performances.
THE NACIREMA SOCIETY
Requests the Honor of Your Presence at a Celebration of Their First One Hundred Years
By Pearl Cleage
February 17, 2027 – March 21, 2027
Set in Montgomery, Alabama in 1964, the comedy follows preparations for the Nacirema Society's 100th anniversary debutante ball amid family tensions, romance, and social pressures. The production has received support from The Roy Cockrum Foundation and will welcome director Steve Broadnax back to Detroit Public Theatre.
THURGOOD
By George Stevens Jr.
April 21, 2027 – May 23, 2027
The solo play chronicles the life and career of Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, tracing his journey from childhood through the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case and his appointment to the Supreme Court.
Subscription and Ticket Information
Season subscriptions and single tickets are currently on sale through Detroit Public Theatre. Flexible season subscriptions begin at $172, while True Cost subscriptions are priced at $400. The company will continue offering pick-your-price performances, alongside general admission, student, and system-impacted ticket options. Evening performances will begin at 7:30 p.m., with matinees scheduled for 2:00 p.m.
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Ghost Light Cabaret Series: One Hit Wonders Flint Institute of Music (8/31-9/02) |
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Les Miserables Grosse Pointe Theatre (9/18-10/11) |
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Tribute: SARA BAREILLES THE ENCORE MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY (5/20-5/23) |
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a concert tribute to QUEEN Presented by Encore Musical Theatre Boardwalk Theatre (9/18-9/18) |
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Disney's The Lion King Cobb Great Hall (4/08-4/25) |
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Boop! The Musical Cobb Great Hall (2/23-2/28) |
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Alicia Keys' Hell's Kitchen Cobb Great Hall (1/19-1/24) |
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Come from Away Croswell Opera House (9/11-9/20) |
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The Old Man and The Old Moon (Large Cast Edition) The Hilberry Gateway (10/16-10/25) |
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The Outsiders Cobb Great Hall (6/22-6/27) |