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Orpheum Theatre • 1192 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102

Plays • Musicals • Opera • Dance

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• JAN 13 - FEB 1, 2026
The Book of Mormon / Musical
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The Book of Mormon, a musical created by Trey Parker, Matt Stone, and Robert Lopez, blends sharp wit, heartfelt moments, and bold satire into a story about two young missionaries whose first assignment takes them far from the tidy expectations they learned in training. The show follows their arrival in a remote village where real life feels louder, stranger, and far more complicated than any sermon they have practiced. One elder clings tightly to the rulebook while the other scrambles to improvise his way through every awkward turn, creating a partnership that is both chaotic and strangely uplifting. Their beliefs, confidence, and sense of purpose are tested by the people they meet, the challenges they face, and the unexpected friendships that begin to form. Music drives the adventure with clever lyrics and big, high energy numbers that highlight each character’s hopes and quirks. The musical delivers a mix of humor and sincerity that keeps the story moving at a quick pace, inviting the audience into a journey that pokes fun while still caring about the heart beneath it. It hints at growth, connection, and the power of stories without ever giving away where the path leads next.

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• OPENS FEBRUARY 10, 2026
The Notebook / Musical

The Notebook follows the musical adaptation of Nicholas Sparks’s beloved story, blending romance, memory, and time into a gentle but emotionally charged journey told through song. Set across multiple eras, the production uses three different pairs of actors to portray Allie and Noah at various stages of their lives, creating a layered look at how love evolves as people change. Their first meeting ignites a connection that feels both electric and unlikely since they come from completely different backgrounds, yet the pull between them refuses to fade even when expectations, distance, and the realities of adulthood rise around them. The musical deepens this journey with heartfelt melodies that explore longing, joy, regret, and the choices that shape a lifetime. Scenes shift between youthful summers and the quiet wisdom of later years, giving audiences a richer understanding of how powerful a single bond can be. The Notebook invites viewers into a romantic world that feels intimate and sweeping at the same time, offering a story about devotion, second chances, and the fragile beauty of remembering the moments that make a life worth holding onto.

• OPENS MARCH 24, 2026
MJ: The Musical / Musical

MJ the Musical follows Michael Jackson as he builds the vision for his 1992 Dangerous world tour, pulling audiences into a high energy rehearsal studio where music, memory, and ambition collide in a fast paced Broadway musical. As an MTV film crew arrives to document the process, their questions spark a journey through the moments that shaped Jackson as an artist: early days singing with his brothers, the grind of constant touring, the evolution of his sound, and the perfectionism that defined every move he made. Iconic songs and choreography unfold in ways that feel both familiar and newly charged, blending concert level spectacle with a character driven story that reveals the immense creativity behind his work. Scenes shift fluidly between present day rehearsals and key points in his past, creating a rhythm that keeps the audience leaning forward as each layer of his world opens up. The musical highlights the weight of fame, the pressure to outdo oneself, and the cost of chasing artistic greatness, all while celebrating the music that made Jackson a global phenomenon. It invites viewers into the mind of a performer determined to create something unforgettable without revealing the full journey ahead.

• OPENS MAY 6, 2026
Hell's Kitchen / Musical

Hell’s Kitchen is a gritty, soulful jukebox musical inspired by the life and music of Alicia Keys, with a book by Kristoffer Diaz. It centers on seventeen-year-old Ali, a fiercely spirited girl living in the rough-around-the-edges New York neighborhood of Hell’s Kitchen during the 1990s. Ali is craving freedom, searching for her voice, and longing for purpose in a world that feels heavy and unforgiving. Her single mother tries to shield her, while the gritty streets, a tight-knit community of artists and musicians around her, and a piano teacher in her building all pull her toward music. As Ali begins to play, she finds that piano keys and lyrics might be her escape, her outlet, and the way to reinvent herself. The show uses a mix of Alicia Keys’ greatest hits and new songs to underscore Ali’s struggle, dreams, love, and rebellion. The atmosphere is raw, alive, and hopeful, full of rhythm, longing, and the electric pulse of a city that can break you or lift you up.

• OPENS MAY 28, 2026
The Phantom of the Opera / Musical

The Phantom of the Opera, the iconic musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, unfurls inside a grand Paris opera house where talent, ambition, and mystery collide. The story centers on a rising young soprano whose remarkable voice captures the attention of everyone around her, including a brilliant but reclusive musical genius who lives hidden in the shadows. As rehearsals and performances fill the building with music and excitement, strange events ripple through the corridors, hinting that someone unseen is pulling the strings. The atmosphere shifts between dazzling glamour and eerie tension as the performers chase their dreams while navigating rumors of a ghostly presence that seems far too calculating to be a legend. The Phantom’s haunting influence shapes the theater in ways both creative and unsettling, drawing the young singer into a complicated world where inspiration and obsession blur. With sweeping melodies, lavish staging, and a romantic yet suspenseful tone, this musical invites the audience into a maze of secrets and emotions. Every scene pulls viewers deeper into the opera house’s hidden corners, offering just enough intrigue to make them want to follow the next clue without revealing where it all leads.

• OPENS JULY 14, 2026
Disney's Beauty & The Beast / Musical

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, a Broadway style musical based on the beloved animated film, unfolds like a richly painted fairy tale brought to life. The story follows Belle, a bright and independent young woman who feels out of place in her small provincial town and dreams of something bigger, something that finally begins to take shape when she crosses paths with a mysterious castle hidden deep within the woods. Inside its enchanted halls, everyday objects talk, sing, and hope for a future that feels just out of reach. Belle meets the Beast, a once proud man now trapped in a towering form that mirrors his own guarded heart. Their early encounters spark tension, humor, and a surprising sense of curiosity that changes the atmosphere of the castle itself. As Belle discovers courage she never knew she had, the Beast faces truths he spent years avoiding. Music swells around their growing connection, creating a world filled with romance, charm, and theatrical wonder. The musical blends spectacle with emotional depth, inviting audiences into a place where magic feels possible and where even the coldest walls can begin to warm.

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