The stage production does make a lot of strides that strengthens the endurance and popularity of this love story. It repeats iconic moments from the popular 2004 film, but isn’t aping the original screenplay in any way. A new libretto offers a fresh take that borrows the basic structure of the novel and memorable film moments, whilst breathing in new voices and new scenes that add different layers to these familiar characters.
Adapted from Nicholas Sparks' ubiquitous 1996 novel (and its popular 2004 film iteration featuring Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling), THE NOTEBOOK - THE MUSICAL re-stages a generational love story into a quietly sweeping, memory-fractured stage romance that subtly promotes emotional accumulation over plot novelty. Now on stage at OC's Segerstrom Center for the Arts, this 2024 three-time Tony-nominated Broadway musical's first national tour continues performances in Costa Mesa through February 8, 2026.
BroadwayWorld talks with THE NOTEBOOK's Rayna Hickman to discuss her journey, the show’s emotional power, and what it means to return home with the show, playing at the Hollywood Pantages January 6–25 before heading to Segerstrom Center for the Arts Jan. 27–Feb. 8.
It is no wonder so many movies, tv shows, and musicals start out as the written word. I would argue the best stories are those that draw you in and keep you engaged from start to finish, regardless of how long it takes to finish. Perhaps that is why when I first read The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks in high school, I read it in one day. Reading the book so long ago led me to watch the movie with equal enthusiasm which leads me now to the performance hall of DCPA's Buell Theatre for the National Touring production of this new classic.
Nicholas Sparks saw his story come to life when he attended a performance of The Notebook musical national tour, as it was stopped at The Ordway in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Watch the video!
Get a first look at the cast of The Notebook on Tour in action in this all-new video. The tour began performances in September in Cleveland and will visit 30+ cities in its first year, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, DC.
Watch Alysha Deslorieux, who plays Allie in The Notebook on Tour sing 'My Days' by Ingrid Michaelson. The tour began performances in September in Cleveland and will visit 30+ cities in its first year, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, DC.
The National Tour of THE NOTEBOOK is now underway! The tour launched on September 6, 2025, at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH. Read the reviews here!
The North American tour for The Notebook has officially kicked off in Cleveland, OH! See the video here of the cast on opening night at Playhouse Square.
You can now get a first look at production photos of THE NOTEBOOK North American Tour, ahead of tonight's official opening. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
The North American Tour of THE NOTEBOOK is getting ready to kick off from Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH, before continuing to 30+ cities in its first year, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, DC. Watch in this video as the cast gives a special sneak peek of 'Time,' 'If This Is Love,' 'Kiss Me,' and 'Coda' and chat more about getting ready to hit the road.
The full cast and 2025-26 tour route have been announced for the upcoming tour of THE NOTEBOOK, which kicks off this September. Learn more about the show here!
On Saturday, January 28th, Musical Comedy Duo, Betti and Bruce, return to Palm Springs for their Toucans Tiki Lounge debut after performing for ecstatic audiences across the US, UK, Ireland and Mexico this past year.
On Sunday, January 15th at 7PM, musical comedy duo, Betti and Bruce, make their long awaited NYC and Green Room 42 debut after a year performing for audiences across the US, UK, Ireland and Mexico.
World renowned Lounge Singers, Betti Blumenthal & Bruce Delmonico, are making their New Orleans debut at AllWAYS Lounge & Cabaret on June 1st & 2nd at 8PM, with their hilarious, breakout musical comedy cabaret, 'Betti & Bruce: Trapped in New Orleans!'
World renowned Lounge Singers, Betti Blumenthal & Bruce Delmonico, are making their Palm Springs debut at Oscar's on May 27th at 7PM, with their hilarious, breakout musical comedy cabaret, Betti & Bruce: Trapped in Palm Springs!
