2025/2026 Season Overview
Welcome to our 106th Season!
Some moments change everything. This season, experience them together. The Phoenix Theatre Company’s 106th Season is a celebration of human connection—stories that remind us how one act of kindness, one courageous choice, or one unexpected encounter can change a life. With bold new works, Broadway favorites, and thrilling new works, this season marks a pivotal moment in our history, bringing the musicals we love to life on a scale we’ve never been able to achieve—until now.
The Roads to Loch Lomond
Oct 8 – Nov 2, 2025
Hormel Theatre
Two brothers, one journey. One leads to glory, the other to sacrifice.
Inspired by the timeless Scottish ballad, this regional premiere musical blends history and myth into a breathtaking tale of love, sacrifice, and rebellion. As two brothers fight for their homeland, they must choose between honor, family, and a future that may never come.
Looking over the president’s shoulder
Oct 29 – Dec 14, 2025
Judith Hardes Theatre
Hoover. Coolidge. FDR. Truman. And the man who served them well.
This intimate play captures the poignant tale of a man whose dreams of opera gave way to an unexpected calling as the Chief Butler at the White House. Serving four U.S. presidents, Fields’ unique perspective on leadership and loyalty reveals the heart behind the history, and the personal sacrifices entwined with public service.
A Christmas Carol
Nov 26 – Dec 28, 2025
Dr. Stacie J. and Richard J Stephenson Theatre
A joyous musical extravaganza with a legacy that continues to inspire.
With a masterful score by our late musical director, Alan Ruch, and inspired by the beloved Actors Theatre production that touched thousands, A Christmas Carol is a spectacular musical spectacle that shines with the magic of the holidays, the power of redemption, and the beauty of tradition.
Million Dollar Quartet
Dec 17, 2025 – Mar 8, 2026
Hormel Theatre
One night, one legendary moment in music history
Million Dollar Quartet revisits the electrifying night in 1956 when Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and Jerry Lee Lewis unexpectedly converged at Sun Studio. This Tony Award-winning jukebox musical showcases the spontaneous energy and raw talent of these icons whose collaboration would leave an indelible mark on the music world.
Richard P. Stahl Festival Of New American Theatre
Jan 9 to Jan 25, 2026
Campus Wide
The southwest’s premier new works theatre festival. Trust us, it’s a process.
Hosted annually by The Phoenix Theatre Company, the Richard P. Stahl Festival of New American Theatre amplifies new voices and expands the canon of American theatre. The 2026 Festival will continue honoring our longstanding commitment to the development of new works, playwrights, and performers and include a variety of events that allow artists of all kinds to see their work come alive onstage.
Come From Away
Jan 28 – Mar 29, 2026
Dr. Stacie J. and Richard J Stephenson Theatre
38 planes. 7,000 strangers. One unforgettable act of humanity that united us all.
This Tony Award-winning musical tells the extraordinary true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them in the aftermath of 9/11. Through an uplifting score and a deeply moving narrative, it captures the resilience, kindness, and connections formed in the face of adversity.
Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical
Mar 4 – May 3, 2026
Judith Hardes Theatre
The unforgettable true story of a Hollywood icon
An intimate and deeply moving musical that explores the life of Rosemary Clooney, offering a glimpse into the life of one of music’s most cherished voices. With just two performers, one actor embodies a host of key figures—from Frank Sinatra to Bing Crosby—while Clooney reflects on her journey through therapy sessions and beloved songs like “Come On-a My House,” “Hey There,” and “Tenderly.”
Daddy Long Legs
Apr 1 – Apr 19, 2026
Hormel Theatre
Sometimes, the greatest love stories begin before we even know they’ve started.
If you love slow-burn love stories and heartfelt connections, Daddy Long Legs is the perfect romantic escape. When a mysterious benefactor sends the intelligent and witty Jerusha Abbott to college, she begins writing him letters filled with curiosity, humor, and dreams for the future. As years pass, an unexpected bond begins to form. With a gorgeous score and timeless storytelling, this musical is a beautiful reminder that love can grow in the most unexpected places.
Ever After
May 6 – Jun 14, 2026
Dr. Stacie J. and Richard J Stephenson Theatre
Inspired by the beloved film starring Drew Barrymore, Ever After is a bold new musical filled with adventure, romance, and a heroine who against all odds forges her own future.
This bold reimagining of a classic fairy tale blends adventure, romance, and resilience as a heroine defies expectations to carve out her own destiny. Inspired by the beloved film Ever After, starring Drew Barrymore, this musical celebrates a timeless story of courage and love.
Dear Evan Hansen
Jun 10 – Aug 2, 2026
Hormel Theatre
If you only look around, you will be found
A poignant exploration of loneliness, hope, and self-discovery, this groundbreaking musical follows a teenager struggling to find his place in the world. When a misunderstanding turns into something bigger than himself, he must navigate the consequences and discover the true meaning of connection and honesty.
Hairspray
Jul 15 – Aug 23, 2026
Dr. Stacie J. and Richard J Stephenson Theatre
What starts as a dream to dance becomes a movement for change.
Big dreams, bigger hair, and even bigger heart—this electrifying musical follows Tracy Turnblad, a teen determined to dance her way to stardom while championing change in 1960s Baltimore. Featuring a Tony Award-winning score and an uplifting message of acceptance, the show is a joyful celebration of self-expression and unity.
