Broadway Thrills Await in the 2025 Season

News Summary

The 2025 theater season in New York City promises to be filled with excitement, featuring everything from new musicals and classic plays to concerts, all showcasing diverse talent. Highlights include a free ABBA tribute concert, the retirement of a beloved artistic director, the launch of a tuition-free arts education program, and numerous highly anticipated productions including Pulitzer Prize-winning plays and Broadway debuts. With Broadway Week on the horizon, fans have the perfect opportunity to experience the magic of live theater at an affordable price!

Broadway and Beyond: Exciting Productions Await This 2025 Season

Get ready, theater lovers of New York City! The excitement is building as Broadway and Off-Broadway productions prepare to dazzle audiences in 2025. There’s something for everyone this season, from new musicals and classic plays to one-of-a-kind concerts, making it a fantastic time to enjoy the magic of live theater.

A Night of ABBA with Arrival

Mark your calendars for February 17, 2025, when Orchestra Kentucky brings the Swedish tribute band Arrival to the stage. This concert is a must-see for any fan of ABBA! They’ll be performing all your favorite hits like “Mamma Mia,” “Take a Chance,” and “The Name of the Game.” Here’s the cherry on top: attendance is absolutely free for full series subscribers, so it’s a great opportunity to enjoy a spectacular night out without breaking the bank!

A Fond Farewell to Lee Buckholz

In other news, the beloved Producing Artistic Director of L Derby Dinner Playhouse, Lee Buckholz, will be retiring on March 1, 2025, after an impressive 35-year career. His impact on the local performing arts community has been nothing short of incredible, and he will be missed by many.

Tuition-Free Arts Education in Kentucky

If you know a talented young artist, the Kentucky Governor’s School for the Arts is currently accepting applications for its class of 2025. This amazing program has already supported over 8,500 student-artists with a tuition-free arts education, making it a fantastic opportunity for aspiring performers, musicians, and visual artists!

Keepers of the Dream Celebration

Don’t miss the upcoming community celebration titled Keepers of the Dream, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision. This special presentation will be hosted by Kentucky Performing Arts ArtsReach and River City Drum Corp at The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts’ Whitney Hall. It’s a meaningful event that highlights the importance of equality and serves as a reminder of the dreams that continue to inspire us all.

Broadway is Back with a Bang!

On the Broadway front, the 2024-2025 season is officially in full swing! Previews begin for the highly anticipated play “English” by Sanaz Toossi on January 3, 2025. This Pulitzer Prize-winning production opens on January 23 and runs until March 2, 2025. Following that, get ready for “Redwood,” starring the talented Idina Menzel, with previews starting January 24 and opening on February 13, 2025.

But wait, there’s more! “Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical” will kick off previews on February 15, while the exciting musical “Buena Vista Social Club,” inspired by the Grammy-winning album, starts previews on February 21. Talk about talent!

Two big stars, Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, are set to light up the stage in a new take on Shakespeare’s “Othello”, with previews starting February 24, 2025. And don’t forget about “Purpose,” directed by Phylicia Rashad and written by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, which will have previews beginning February 25.

Star-Studded Debuts on the Horizon

Exciting debuts are also on the roster! Sarah Snook, known for her role in “Succession,” will make her Broadway debut in “The Picture of Dorian Gray” with previews starting March 10, 2025. At the same time, Kieran Culkin, Bob Odenkirk, and Bill Burr will feature in the Broadway revival of “Glengarry Glen Ross.”

Don’t miss out on the charming “BOOP! The Musical” based on Betty Boop, previewing from March 11, and George Clooney’s captivating drama “Good Night, and Good Luck”, previewing on March 12! Adding to the thrill, the first-ever Broadway production of “The Last Five Years”, starring Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren, begins its previews on March 18. Lastly, the thrilling prequel to Netflix’s hit series “Stranger Things: The First Shadow” will bring audiences into its world starting March 28.

Don’t Miss Broadway Week!

Planning to catch a show? Broadway Week is gearing up from January 21 to February 9, 2025, featuring incredible two-for-one ticket deals for most Broadway shows! And for those who love Off-Broadway, mark your calendars for Off-Broadway Week from February 17 to March 9, with tickets going on sale starting February 4, 2025.

Last but not least, The Great Gatsby, starring Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada, has just released a new block of tickets through February 23, 2025, so be sure to grab those while you can!

So whether you want to dance to ABBA hits, witness a gripping performance, or enjoy a quirky musical, this year’s lineup is sure to entertain and inspire. Let the curtain rise on an unforgettable 2025 season!