Direct from New York, Nederlander presents Broadway at DPAC’s 2026 / 2027 Season.  The next adventure awaits with eight brand new shows, including Broadway’s biggest blockbuster, WICKED and the return of the spectacular hit, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
 

Broadway at DPAC’s 2026 / 2027 Season: 

• BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB – A Remarkable Blend of Music, Dance and Heart: September 22 – 27, 2026
• MAYBE HAPPY ENDING – Tony Award Winner! Best Musical: October 13 – 18, 2026
• DEATH BECOMES HER – Broadway’s Most Hilarious New Musical:  November 10 – 15, 2026
• THE BODYGUARD – The International, Award-Winning Smash-Hit Musical Returns: December 8 – 13, 2026
• WICKED – See It Live. Remember It Forever.: March 31 – April 18, 2027
• OPERATION MINCEMEAT – Ranked the #1 Broadway Show of 2025 by Entertainment Weekly: May 11 – 16, 2027
• THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA – The Brilliant Original Returns “More Spectacular Than Ever” – Sunday Express: May 26 – June 6, 2027
• JUST IN TIME – The Season’s Most Unforgettable Night Out: July 13 – 18, 2027

Season Tickets Now On Sale

Season packages are now on sale to new and current Broadway at DPAC Members. 

Season packages start as low as $30 per month on a 12-month payment plan. 

For more information or to purchase:

 

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Tickets to each of the individual shows that are part of the Broadway at DPAC season go on sale later this summer.  
 

Detailed Information for Broadway at DPAC’s New Season

 

BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB: September 22 – 27, 2026
 

It’s been years since legendary singer Omara Portuondo last entered a recording studio. Once known as the “Queen of Feeling,” her voice was celebrated throughout Cuba – until she vanished from the spotlight. But when an ambitious young record producer brings her a rare opportunity, the elusive diva must finally reckon with her past.

 

Hailed as a "jaw-dropping, soul-stirring must see" (The Washington Post), the Tony® and GRAMMY® Award-winning BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB™ is a journey through music and memory into the beating heart of Havana. A world-class company brings the story of the iconic album to thrilling life in this tale of big dreams, second chances, and music that needs no translation. 

 

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING: October 13 – 18, 2026

 

Winner of 6 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING tells the deeply human story of a chance encounter that sparks connection, adventure, and maybe even love. Helmed by Tony Award-winning director Michael Arden (Parade), MAYBE HAPPY ENDING has been called “one of the best musicals in years” (USA Today) and even “The best musical in eons!” (Observer). Don’t miss the totally original new musical adventure that explores what it means to be human. Even if they’re not.

 

DEATH BECOMES HER: November 10 – 15, 2026
 

The critically acclaimed bestselling novel comes to “thrilling, dazzling” life (Time Out New York) in a unique, Madeline Ashton is the most beautiful actress (just ask her) ever to grace the stage and screen. Helen Sharp is the long-suffering author (just ask her) who lives in her shadow. They have always been the best of frenemies…until Madeline steals Helen’s fiancé away. As Helen plots revenge and Madeline clings to her rapidly fading star, their world is suddenly turned upside down by Viola Van Horn, a mysterious woman with a secret that’s to die for.

 

After one sip of Viola’s magical potion, Madeline and Helen begin a new era of life (and death) with their youth and beauty restored…and a grudge to last eternity.

 

Now a warning! You may not be ready for the unbelievable amount of comedy, glamour, and magic onstage. DEATH BECOMES HER is a “wildly entertaining, perfect musical comedy. It grabs the audience by the jugular and doesn’t let go” (Deadline). With direction and choreography by Tony winner Christopher Gattelli, DEATH BECOMES HER is “a laugh-filled, tuneful musical to die for” (Variety) and “a cheek-aching laughter roller coaster — the most fun night out on Broadway!” (The Daily Beast). Experience the “savagely funny” (Time Out) pop-culture phenomenon that’s been certified “hilarious” by The New York Times, Entertainment Weekly, Z100, Beyoncé (!!), Goldie Hawn, Superman aka David Corenswet, Michelle Williams (the other one), and countless fans on Instagram, TikTok, and beyond. See it now, and laugh for eternity.

 

THE BODYGUARD: December 8 – 13, 2026

 

Based on the 1992 film starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, THE BODYGUARD is a thrilling, romantic musical that combines high-stakes suspense with unforgettable music. Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Both expect to be in charge of their situation - what they don’t expect is to fall in love.

A “BRILLIANT” (The Times), breathtakingly romantic thriller, THE BODYGUARD features a whole host of unforgettable classics including “Queen of the Night,” “So Emotional,” “I Will Always Love You,” “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” "Saving All My Love," and "One Moment in Time", alongside thrilling plot twists and emotional drama. THE BODYGUARD is an electrifying combination of romance, suspense and chart-topping music that will captivate audiences from start to finish.

WICKED: March 31 – April 18, 2027

 

Welcome to the wonderful Land of Oz…

 

where there is a young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one good and the other one wicked.

 

With a thrilling score that includes the hits “Defying Gravity,” “Popular” and “For Good,” WICKED has been called “A magical Broadway musical with brains, heart and courage” (Time Magazine).

 

OPERATION MINCEMEAT: May 11 - 16, 2027

 

How did a dead body, a fake love letter, and — of all people — Ian Fleming turn the tide of WWII? Olivier Award winner for Best New Musical and a 2025 Tony(r) winner, Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical is the best-reviewed show in West End history with 88 five-star reviews and the #1 Broadway Show of 2025 (Entertainment Weekly).

 

It’s 1943 and the Allies are on the ropes. Luckily, they’re about to gamble our futures on a stolen corpse. Singin’ in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, it’s the fast-paced, hilarious true story of the secret mission that won WWII.

 

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA: May 26 – June 6, 2027

 

THE BRILLIANT ORIGINAL RETURNS “MORE SPECTACULAR THAN EVER” - Sunday Express

 

The Phantom is back to thrill audiences once again! Cameron Mackintosh presents a revitalized new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary musical, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, which was rapturously received by London critics when it reopened in 2021. Featuring Maria Björnson’s brilliant original design and based on the celebrated direction of Harold Prince, with musical staging and choreography by Gillian Lynne, the new PHANTOM North American tour comes to DPAC in the Triangle, May 26 – June 6, 2027.

  

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA is widely considered one of the most beautiful and spectacular productions in history, playing to over 160 million people in 47 territories and 195 cities in 21 languages. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s romantic, haunting, and soaring score includes “The Music of the Night,” “All I Ask of You,” “Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again,” “Masquerade,” and the iconic title song. It tells the tale of a disfigured musical genius known only as ‘The Phantom’ who haunts the depths of the Paris Opera House. Mesmerized by the talents and beauty of a young soprano, Christine, The Phantom lures her as his protégé and falls fiercely in love with her. Unaware of Christine’s love for Raoul, The Phantom’s obsession sets the scene for a dramatic turn of events where jealousy, madness, and passions collide. 

 

Produced by CAMERON MACKINTOSH with LW ENTERTAINMENT

 

JUST IN TIME: July 13 – 18, 2027

 

JUST IN TIME, the acclaimed "runway hit" (Variety) that is taking Broadway by storm, will make a splash in the Triangle.  An “utterly electrifying” (Entertainment Weekly) new musical, JUST IN TIME brings to life the story of Bobby Darin, the legendary singer whose short but remarkable journey took him from teen idol to global sensation. Packed with his biggest hits, including “Beyond the Sea,” “Mack the Knife,” “Splish Splash,” and “Dream Lover,” JUST IN TIME is “a helluva good time at the theater” (Time Out) and a “wallop of joy” (NY Post).

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