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Algonquin Arts Theatre Announces 2026-27 Broadway Season

originally published: 02/16/2026

(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre has announced it 2026-27 Broadway Season, which begins in July with Shrek: The Musical. The season follows with Hair: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical in August; Oliver! in October; Disney's Frozen in December; Arsenic and Old Lace in January; To Kill a Mockingbird in February; Tootsie: The Musical in April; and 42nd Street in May.

Tickets for the entire season are available for purchase online. Algonquin Arts Theatre is located at 60 Abe Voorhees Drive in Manasquan, New Jersey.

Shrek: The Musical (July 11-26, 2026) - Based on the hit film, Shrek: The Musical is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud spectacle filled with outrageous characters and irresistible humor. Join Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and a host of familiar fairy-tale favorites on a heartwarming adventure about love, acceptance, and finding your place in the world.

Hair: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical (August 8-16, 2026) - Bold, revolutionary, and electrifying, Hair captures the spirit of a generation and stands as the ultimate celebration of the 1960s. Featuring an iconic rock score and powerful themes of love, freedom, and protest, this groundbreaking musical remains as vibrant and relevant as ever.

Oliver! (October 16-25, 2026) - A beloved musical based on Charles Dickens' timeless novel, Oliver! tells the story of a young boy searching for home and belonging. Featuring unforgettable songs like "Food, Glorious Food," "Consider Yourself," and "As Long As He Needs Me," this classic remains a moving and uplifting theatrical experience.




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Disney's Frozen (December 5-20, 2026) - The Broadway sensation inspired by the hit Disney film comes to life on stage. Join Elsa, Anna, Olaf, and friends in a magical story of sisterhood, courage, and love, brought to life with stunning visuals and beloved songs audiences know and love.

Arsenic and Old Lace (January 16-27, 2027) - This classic comedy serves up murder, mayhem, and nonstop laughs. When a charming bachelor discovers his sweet aunts have a deadly secret, chaos ensues in one of the most beloved farces ever written - sure to have audiences doubled over with laughter.

To Kill A Mockingbird (February 20-27, 2027) - Based on Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, this powerful drama explores justice, compassion, and moral courage. Seen through the eyes of a child, To Kill a Mockingbird remains a moving and deeply human story that continues to resonate across generations.

Tootsie: The Musical (April 3-11, 2027) - Based on the iconic film starring Dustin Hoffman, Tootsie is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy with heart. Following a struggling actor who lands an unlikely role by adopting an onstage alter ego, this Broadway hit is a joyful celebration of ambition, reinvention, and unexpected love.

42nd Street (May 8-16, 2027) - A spectacular celebration of Broadway glamour, 42nd Street is the ultimate tap-dancing musical. Featuring dazzling choreography and classic songs like "42nd Street," "We're in the Money," and "Lullaby of Broadway," this feel-good favorite delivers pure theatrical magic.

Algonquin Arts Theatre (AAT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit center for performing arts, providing cultural enrichment and arts education for residents and visitors of Central New Jersey and the Jersey Shore through high-quality performances and programs in theatre, music, dance, and film.

Located in Manasquan, N.J., AAT is an integral part of the Shore region, offering broad access to arts experiences across multiple disciplines. Deeply committed to education, AAT serves students of all ages through instruction and through the unique conversation that exists between performer and audience.




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Algonquin Arts Theatre's programs are made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts / Department of State, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. Funding is also provided by the PNC Foundation, New Jersey Cultural Trust, the Provident Bank Foundation, the Horizon Foundation for New Jersey, and the generosity of businesses and patrons.


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