The Sound of Music, The Wiz, & Juliet, and Chicago to headline ‘Best of Broadway' season at North Charleston Performing Arts Center
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Broadway will soon take center stage in North Charleston as the 'Best of Broadway' returns to the Performing Arts Center for the 2025-26 season.
People will have an opportunity to enjoy some of the best and most popular musicals and plays from Broadway in their hometown.
From classics like 'Chicago' to new stories like '& Juliet,' a musical that reimagines the tragic ending of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, fans can enjoy eight shows this season by either purchasing tickets for a single show or the season.
This year's lineup includes:
Beauty and the Beast (The Musical) – September 16-21, 2025
The Sound of Music – November 4-9, 2025
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical – December 9-14, 2025
& Juliet – February 17-22, 2026
MJ The Musical – March 10-15, 2026
The Wiz – April 14-19, 2026
Chicago – February 6-8, 2026
Hamilton – Returning for 2026-27 (dates and tickets not yet announced)
'Get excited about next season's Best of Broadway series at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. The season is filled with Broadway's hottest shows,' said North Charleston PAC.
Season ticket holders receive free parking for the 2025-2026 season performances, and you can keep your same seats season after season.
Season ticket renewals are on sale now, and the new season tickets go on sale May 12.
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