Palace Theater in Waterbury Announces 2026-2027 Webster Bank Broadway Series

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PALACE THEATER WATERBURY ANNOUNCES
2026-2027 WEBSTER BANK BROADWAY SERIES

WATERBURY, CT – The Palace Theater is thrilled to announce its 2026–2027 Webster Bank Broadway Series, featuring five dynamic productions that span romantic comedy, electrifying dance, high-flying drama, and heartfelt storytelling. This season’s lineup takes audiences on an unforgettable journey—from a Depression‑era circus spectacle to contemporary San Francisco, with stops in a beloved Connecticut pizza parlor, a rock concert–styled ballroom and the cornfields of Cob County along the way.

Subscribing is the only way to secure the best seats to these Broadway engagements. As a special added benefit this season, subscribers will also receive exclusive early access to purchase tickets for select additional shows at discounted prices with a one‑time processing fee. These bonus performances include You’ve Still Got A Friend: A Musical Tribute to the Friendship of Carole King & James Taylor; MJ Live, a high‑energy Michael Jackson tribute concert; the Rocky Horror Picture Show Original Cast Spooktacular; and Yellow Brick Joel, the ultimate Elton John and Billy Joel tribute.

Mystic Pizza, October 2-4, 2026: Based on the beloved 1988 MGM rom-com that launched the career of Julia

Roberts, MYSTIC PIZZA is a new musical about three working-class girls who navigate the complexities of life, love and family in a small-town pizza joint serving everyone from the townies to the privileged country club set. And what's in that secret sauce, you ask? The hits of the 80s and 90s! The hit songs range from "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" to "Hold On" to "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now."

Mrs. Doubtfire, December 12-13, 2026: Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Waterbury in this internationally acclaimed hit musical critics call “wonderful, heart-warming, and laugh-out-loud funny” (Manchester Evening News) and “a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers” (The Hollywood Reporter). Based on the beloved film, MRS. DOUBTFIRE tells the hysterical and heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids. It’s “the lovable, big-hearted musical comedy we need right now,” raves the Chicago Tribune – one that proves we’re better together.

Water for Elephants, January 8-9, 2027: “Many wonders await audiences in this gorgeously imaginative Broadway musical.”-The New York Times. The critically acclaimed bestselling novel comes to “thrilling, dazzling” life (Time Out New York) in a unique, spectacle-filled new musical! Hailed as a Critic’s Pick, The New York Times calls it “stunning, emotional, heart-filled and gorgeously imaginative.” After losing what matters most, a young man jumps a moving train unsure of where the road will take him and finds a new home with the remarkable crew of a traveling circus, and a life—and love—beyond his wildest dreams. Seen through the eyes of his older self, his adventure becomes a poignant reminder that if you choose the ride, life can begin again at any age. So, step right up to the “spellbinding entertainment” (Variety) at WATER FOR ELEPHANTS,“ the best new musical on Broadway” (Theatermania).

Burn the Floor: Maks & Peta Live!, May 15-16, 2027: MAKS & PETA LIVE! is the ultimate high-voltage dance extravaganza, exploding with jaw-dropping choreography and breath-taking moves, filled with infectious energy and irresistible charm, celebrating the pure joy of dance.

The production features Maksim “Maks” Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd, two of the most influential and celebrated Ballroom and Latin dancers in contemporary entertainment.

Shucked, June 1-3, 2027: Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But who will dare to venture beyond the borders of Cob County?

Including the knockout songs ‘Woman of the World,’ ‘Somebody Will,’ and ‘Independently Owned,’ this Broadway hit about an unlikely hero, an unscrupulous con artist, and a battle for the heart and soul of a small town, is not to be missed.

SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County.

For information about becoming a season subscriber, call the theater’s box office at 203.346.2000. Single ticket on-sale dates for the individual engagements will be announced later.