Blumenthal Arts shares 2025-2026 show lineup | Arts and entertainment
Broadway classics like “The Sound of Music” and “Moulin Rouge!” are in the lineup, along with newer shows like “& Juliet”.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Broadway hits are making their return to Blumenthal Arts in Uptown this season.
The nonprofit arts complex announced its full slate of musical theater offerings for the 2025-2026 season on Tuesday, which features both newer Broadway shows along with classic staples. The lineup includes 2024 Tony Award-winning shows such as “The Outsiders” and “Hell’s Kitchen”, along with “Moulin Rouge!” and “& Juliet”. Also included: “The Great Gatsby”, a new musical adaptation of the F. Scott Fitzgerald novel of the same name.
“This announcement of our upcoming season is our invitation to the community to spend more time with us in our theaters,” said Tom Gabbard, CEO of Blumenthal Arts, in a statement. “The season features a remarkable lineup of Tony Award®–winning shows, many still running on Broadway. We are the only performing arts center in the region where theater lovers are able to see several of these acclaimed productions. Whether it’s timeless stories, the inside account of a legendary rock band, heartfelt inspiration, or unforgettable laughter, this season is certain to have what theater fans are looking for.”
The PNC Broadway Lights Series of shows features eight offerings, with tickets ranging from $349.67 to $1,060.71:
- Monty Python’s Spamalot – January 20–25, 2026
- The Outsiders – February 3–8, 2026
- SUFFS – March 10–15, 2026
- Stereophonic – April 15–26, 2026
- The Notebook – May 19–24, 2026
- Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors – July 7 – August 18, 2026
- Hell’s Kitchen – September 8–13, 2026
- The Great Gatsby – October 13–18, 2026
The Equitable Bravo Series includes five shows in its lineup, with tickets ranging from $233.74 to $744.86:
- The Sound of Music – November 18–23, 2025
- MJ – February 24–March 1, 2026
- Kinky Boots – May 1–3, 2026
- Moulin Rouge The Musical – May 26–31, 2026
- & Juliet – August 11–16, 2026
There are also four shows in the Broadway Extras series that are currently slated:
- Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical – December 23–28, 2025
- Riverdance 30 – The New Generation – February 13–15, 2026
- DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern – March 17–22, 2026
- MAMMA MIA! – March 31–April 5, 2026
Blumenthal Arts notes that PNC returns as the presenting sponsor of the Broadway Lights Series, sharing a statement of support from PNC’s Western Carolinas regional president Weston Andress.
“We like to associate ourselves with the best and brightest, and certainly Blumenthal represents this in the arts world,” Andress said. “It’s a wonderful feeling to know that we live in this thriving community and, because of Blumenthal’s relationships and standing in the theater world, we have access to world-class theater and arts programs.”
Equitable Foundation president Jarian Kerekes also voiced support for Blumenthal Arts, saying “Equitable Foundation’s support of Blumenthal’s Bravo Series contributes to ensuring a healthy and vibrant community inclusive of Arts and Culture in our region.”
Blumenthal Arts notes that subscribers to the PNC Broadway Lights Series and Equitable Bravo Series may choose to swap some of their season tickets for Broadway Extras or any special attractions added during the year. PNC Broadway Lights Series tickets are renewable annually, and season ticket holders also have the ability to swap up to four PNC Broadway Lights season shows for anything coming the following season and the option for a 10-month extended payment plan.
Equitable Bravo Series seats are not renewable, but subscribers will have first priority to purchase individual tickets to PNC Broadway Lights Series shows next season. Equitable Bravo buyers may also swap up to two season shows for anything else coming to Blumenthal theaters, including PNC Broadway Lights Series shows, and have the option of a six-month payment plan.
The announcement of Blumenthal Arts’ upcoming season comes more than a month after the nonprofit announced its “all-in” ticket pricing initiative, which promises more price transparency for customers by listing all costs upfront.
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