Skip the domestic travel, we’ve got Broadway — and tons more shows — right here along the Riverwalk.
Here’s a look at the musicals, comedies, orchestra performances, and other key events coming to the Straz Center over the next several months:
Shows
“Kimberly Akimbo” | Friday, Nov. 21-Sunday, Nov. 23 | Times vary | Morsani Hall | $62+ | The Tony Award-winning musical follows a 16-year-old girl as she juggles her family, a rare genetic condition, crushes, and trouble with the law.
“The Wizard of Oz” | Friday, Nov. 21-Sunday, Nov. 23 | Times vary | TECO Theater | $73+ | Bookend that showing of “Wicked: For Good” with the original tale that inspired it all. Featuring your favorite Lion, Tin Man, Scarecrow, and ruby red-heeled woman.
“A Christmas Story: The Musical” | Friday, Nov. 28-Sunday, Nov. 30 | Times vary | Morsani Hall | $62+ | Watch Ralphie Parker dream and scheme about his dream Christmas present: a Red Ryder Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle.
“Les Misérables”| Wednesday, Dec. 10-Sunday, Dec. 14 | Times vary | Morsani Hall | $62+ | Don’t miss Victor Hugo’s tale of revolutionary France. No, Anne Hathaway won’t make an appearance at this show.
“The Outsiders” | Saturday, Dec. 27-Sunday, Jan., 4 | Times vary | Morsani Hall | $30+ | Stay golden, TBAY, and watch the bestselling novel turned play take the Big Guava stage.
“The Comedy of Errors” | Saturday, Jan. 17-Sunday, Feb. 8 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Jaeb Theater | $30+ | It’s a “fairy tale of a farce believed to be one of the Shakespeare’s earliest, packed with everyday miracles, mistaken identity, and trouble set against the backdrop of 1960s beat-era San Francisco.”
“The Shark Is Broken” | Saturday, March 14-Sunday, April 5 | Times vary | Shimberg Playhouse | $30+ | Ever wondered about the making of “Jaws”? Watch as the actors portraying the stars of the feature flick deal with a cramped boat, foul weather, and bad attitudes to make movie magic.
“Danny... Deep Blue Sea” | Wednesday, May 6- Sunday, May 31 | 2-4 p.m. | Shimberg Playhouse | $36+ | “The play is the equivalent of sitting at ringside watching a prize fight that concludes in a loving embrace.” That’s what the New York Times said about this play centered on two lovers in the Bronx.
Not theater
Taimane | Sunday, Nov. 23 | 5-7 p.m. | Jaeb Theater | $42+ | She’s graced the “Tiny Desk” stage. Now, watch the ukulele star play everything from Bach to Zeppelin and flamenco.
A Nostalgic Night With Macaulay Culkin | Thursday, Dec. 4 | 7:30 p.m. | Morsani Hall | $54+ | What’s more festive than a big screen showing of “Home Alone” followed by a chat with the one and only Kevin McCallister?
Carolmania | Thursday, Dec. 4 | 7:30 p.m. | Ferguson Hall | $54+ | Can’t get the kids to go caroling? No worries, join this “immersive singing event” featuring a range of holiday hits.
John Mulaney | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 7 p.m. | Morsani Hall | $337+ | “Mister Whatever” is back for two nights of legendary self-deprecating comedy.
“Burnout Paradise” | Wednesday, Dec. 10-Sunday, Dec. 14 | Times vary | Jaeb Theater | $41+ | It’s not the title of Bailey’s memoir, it’s a new comedy show, a challenge show and a cardio workout extravaganza. Get ready to help the contestants (comedy troupe) as they take on increasingly difficult tasks while running on treadmills.
“Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 21" | Friday, Jan. 9 | 8 p.m. | Morsani Hall | $40+ | The Cleveland International Piano Competition’s prize winning pianist Evren Ozel takes on the classic piece. Also enjoy Siegfried’s “Rhine Journey” and Shostakovich’s “Symphony No. 15.”
Blue Man Group | Friday, Jan. 16-Sunday, Jan. 18 | Times vary | Morsani Hall | $33+ | Now’s your chance to watch three men drenched in electric blue body paint delight with this “art, comedy, and non-verbal communication” show.
