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In the Heights
September 9 – October 16, 2022

From the musical theater sensation behind Hamilton comes this spirited Tony and Grammy Award-winning story packed full of the rhythms of salsa, soul, hip-hop, and R&B. Usnavi de la Vega, the owner of a small bodega in New York’s Washington Heights, introduces us to a dynamic group of neighbors and friends chasing their dreams and struggling with the pressures of modern society. Set over the course of three scorching summer days, this panoramic snapshot of a vibrant community on the brink of change is an absolute must-see production.

Matilda the Musical
November 4 – December 23, 2022

This Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical based on the beloved children’s book is the captivating tale that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination, and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. Matilda is a young girl living in England in the late 1980s. She has incredible wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers, but is constantly underestimated by her family and bullied by mean headmistress Miss Trunchbull. Matilda finds hope in her school teacher Miss Honey, who appreciates the child’s extraordinary personality. Will Matilda find the courage to stand up to her foes, changing her life and her pupils’ for the better?

Fun Home
February 24 – April 2, 2023

Adapted from Alison Bechdel’s groundbreaking graphic novel, Fun Home is a refreshingly honest, wholly original musical about seeing your parents through grown-up eyes. When her father dies unexpectedly, graphic novelist Alison dives deep into her past to tell the story of the volatile, brilliant, one-of-a-kind man whose temperament and secrets defined her family and her life. Moving between past and present, Alison relives her unique childhood playing at the family’s Bechdel Funeral Home, her growing understanding of her own sexuality, and the looming, unanswerable questions about her father’s hidden desires.

Becoming Robin Hood
May 26 – July 2, 2023

This adventurous and hilarious tale created by local artists explores a twist on the classic story of Robin Hood. In this musical version, a few citizens of Nottingham mistakenly take on the identity of a heroic outlaw while each sets out on high-stakes journeys. We meet Wren, a powerhouse with big plans but no audience; Phoebe, Wren’s best friend who thinks she’ll follow her to the end; and Cooper, who longs to be good at just one thing, but just can’t figure out what that is. Sherwood Forest brings mystery and intrigue as accidents beget legends, friendships get tangled, and personal dreams grow to reality.