(MILLVILLE, NJ) -- The Levoy Theatre presents Hairspray, The Broadway Musical weekends from August 8-17, 2025. The musical takes place in Baltimore. It's 1962 and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular "Corny Collins Show."
When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network... all without denting her ‘do!
The Musical features Music by Marc Shaiman; Lyrics by Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman; and Book by Mark O’Donnell & Thomas Meehan. It is based on the 1988 film by John Waters.
Performances take place Friday, August 8 @ 7:00pm; Saturday, August 9 @ 7:00pm; Sunday, August 10 @ 3:00pm; Thursday, August 14 @ 7:00pm – *ASL Interpretation*; Friday, August 15 @ 7:00pm; Saturday, August 16 @ 2:00pm; and Sunday, August 17 @ 3:00pm. Tickets are available for purchase online. The Levoy Theatre is located at 126-130 N. High Street in Millville, New Jersey.
Note: The performance on Thursday, August 14, 2025, will include an ASL Interpreter on stage.
In 2003, Hairspray won 8 Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
Hairspray is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
The Levoy Theatre Preservation Society is a not-for-profit organization committed to reviving and continued operation of Millville’s century old Levoy Theatre as a performing, screen arts and educational center serving Southern New Jersey and surrounding areas. Their mission is to meet and exceed the needs of an active and vibrant arts community through state-of-the-art technology, historic interpretation, culturally diverse programming and performing arts education for all ages and abilities.
The mission of the Levoy is to serve as an economic, educational, cultural and entertainment catalyst for the people of Millville and greater South Jersey. The mission encourages people of all economic levels to celebrate the rich history of the building, attend a diverse mix of entertainment and educational programs and grow or enhance an appreciation of the performing arts, by creating opportunity for cultural enrichment. The mission includes maintenance of this world-class venue to enhance enjoyment of its use, contribute to the cultural and economic vitality of the community and the region, and honor the rich history of the Levoy brings to the City of Millville.
