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Under the leadership of Executive Producer Peter Blair and Artistic Director Peter Marston Sullivan, the season includes the cult favorite Little Shop of Horrors, the electrifying Elvis bio-musical Heartbreak Hotel, Stephen Sondheim’s romantic masterpiece A Little Night Music, the uplifting true story Come From Away, and Disney’s magical phenomenon Frozen The Broadway Musical. Complementing the 2026 lineup is a vibrant Theatre for Young Audiences series, plus an exciting concert series, ensuring that Marriott Theatre continues delivering world-class musical entertainment.
The 2026 season opens with the long-requested cult favorite Little Shop of Horrors, directed and choreographed by Tommy Rapley (Marriott Theatre: James and the Giant Peach, Big Fish). The deviously delicious smash hit musical from Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney’s Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, and Beauty and the Beast) follows meek plant store attendant Seymour, his co-worker crush Audrey, her sadistic dentist boyfriend, and the man-eating plant that threatens them all. A quirky, tongue-in-cheek comedy packed with sci-fi charm and unforgettable songs, Little Shop of Horrors previews January 21, opens January 28, and runs through March 15th.
Next up, for the first time on the Marriott stage, comes Heartbreak Hotel, directed and choreographed by Deidre Goodwin (Marriott Theatre: Beehive: The 60’s Musical, Catch Me If You Can). The official Elvis Presley bio-musical takes a closer look at the rock star and incomparable icon whose impact shaped the history of music and culture. Featuring over 40 hits including “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock,” “Blue Suede Shoes,” and “Love Me Tender,” this musical journey explores the highs, the lows, and the treasured music that made “The King” a legend. Heartbreak Hotel previews April 8, opens April 15, and runs through May 31.
Summer brings wit and romance in A Little Night Music, directed by Nick Bowling (Marriott Theatre: 1776, Man of La Mancha, Ragtime; recipient of eight Jeff Awards for outstanding direction) and choreographed by Katie Johannigman (Marriott Theatre: The Magic School Bus, Cinderella). Set in 1900 Sweden, Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning masterpiece explores the tangled web of affairs surrounding actress Desirée Armfeldt and the men who love her. With heartbreak, humor, and the haunting song “Send in the Clowns,” this sumptuous musical is a celebration of love and second chances. A Little Night Music previews June 17, opens June 24, and runs through August 9.
In the fall, Marriott Theatre presents the hit musical Come From Away, directed by Jessica Fisch (Marriott Theatre: Catch Me If You Can, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical) and Choreographed by Katie Spelman (Broadway: The Notebook; Marriott Theatre: The Music Man). Based on the remarkable true story of the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, which welcomed thousands of stranded travelers on September 11, 2001, this uplifting musical celebrates the power of kindness, community, and music in the face of tragedy. Come From Away previews August 26, opens September 2, and runs through October 18.
The 2026 season closes with the epic Disney phenomenon Frozen The Broadway Musical, directed by Ashley Rodbro (Worldwide Supervising Associate Director of Moulin Rouge!, Resident Director of Hamilton, Associate Director of Oh, Hello on Broadway) and choreographed by Katie Spelman (Broadway: The Notebook; Marriott Theatre: The Music Man). Based on the Academy Award-winning film, Disney’s Frozen features beloved songs like “Let It Go”, “Love is an Open Door,” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?,” plus new music written for the stage. A magical tale of sisterhood, acceptance, and true love, Disney’s Frozen previews November 4, opens November 11, and runs through January 3.
The magic continues for families at Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences, which will bring family favorites to life in 2026. The season kicks off with the whimsical wonder of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, directed and choreographed by Amber Mak, running February 13 through March 29. Summer brings A Year with Frog and Toad, directed by Elizabeth Romero, from July 10 through August 9. Rounding out the year is The SpongeBob Musical, directed and choreographed by Justin Brill and Shanna VanDerwerker, running November 20 through January 3.
Concert Series highlights include Feelin’ Groovy: Michael Mahler Sings Paul Simon on March 16-17, Let’s Hang On: A Rock n’ Soul Party on June 1-2, Friends in Low Places: Brandon Bennett Sings Garth Brooks on September 14-15, and A Motown Christmas Celebration with Chester Gregory on December 14-15.
Subscriptions for the 2026 season, as well as single tickets for all upcoming shows and concerts, are available September 15. For more information on Marriott Theatre or to purchase tickets to the current hit musical, Catch Me If You Can, please visit MarriottTheatre.com or follow the theatre on social media @marriotttheatre.
ABOUT MARRIOTT THEATRE
Founded in 1975, Marriott Theatre is known for presenting new and classic musicals, often direct from Broadway and has staged more than 260 productions before an estimated 12,000,000 people in its history. Marriott Theatre has received a record 380 Joseph Jefferson Award nominations and has employed more than 6,000 artists. In addition to the presentation of classic American musical theatre, Marriott Theatre has become a driving force in the development of original and re-imagined musicals.
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