
Disclosure: This post is written in collaboration with Broadway in Detroit. All opinions are my own. đ
Itâs no secret that Detroit sees its share of top-tier theatre, and this spring is no different! I hope youâre ready for Broadway in Detroitâs upcoming lineup, because there is SO much to enjoy this season.
Broadway in Detroit Spring 2026 Lineup
**Please note that all show dates may be subject to change.**
Monty Pythonâs SPAMALOT (January 29 â 31, 2026)*

Adapted from the classic film, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, SPAMALOT first hit Broadway in 2005 and was nominated for 14 Tony Awards (it won 3âincluding Best Musical!). This musical comedy has all of the components that make a great âknightâ at the theatre, from flying cows to killer rabbits, British royalty to French taunters, rubbery shrubbery, and of course, the Lady of the Lake.
*Due to inclement weather, the original start date of SPAMALOT in Detroit has been updated to January 29.
The Phantom of the Opera (February 4 â 15, 2026)

Since 1986, Andrew Lloyd Webberâs The Phantom of the Opera has played to over 160 million people in 205 cities, 58 territories, and 21 languages. Discover the story of The Phantom and his protĂ©gĂ©, Christine, through haunting songs such as âThe Music of the Night,â âAll I Ask of You,â and âMasquerade.â
Kinky Boots (February 5 â 8, 2026)

Winner of Tony, Grammy, and Londonâs Olivier Awards for Best Musical, Kinky Boots follows the journey of shoe factory owner, Charlie, and drag entertainer, Lola, as they work together to save Charlieâs family business. This unlikely pair discovers they have more in common than they realized, learning that you can change the world when you change your mind.
The Outsiders (March 3 â 15, 2026)

Based on the novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppolaâs landmark motion picture, The Outsiders follows Ponyboy Curtis, his best friend Johnny Cade, and their Greaser family of âoutsidersâ as they battle affluent rivals, the Socs. Based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1967, this Tony Award-winning musical illustrates a story of friendship, family, and belonging.
Disneyâs The Lion King (March 12 â April 5, 2026)

As it approaches 30 years on Broadway, Disneyâs The Lion King continues its ascendance as one of the most popular stage musicals of all time. The Broadway score blends songs from the original animated film with additional musical material to create a fusion of Western popular music and the distinctive sounds and rhythms of Africa. Come for the songs and story you love, leave mesmerized by the amazing costume design and live stage interpretation.
Mamma Mia! (March 24 â 29, 2026)

The sunny, funny tale of a mother, daughter, and three possible dads unfolds in the 25th anniversary production of Mamma Mia! Enjoy storytelling magic through timeless ABBA songs and learn why this ultimate feel-good show has captured the hearts of millions around the world since 1999.
& Juliet (March 31 â April 12, 2026)

What would happen if Juliet didnât end it all over Romeo? Find out in this musical twist on the Shakespearean love story, told through a playlist of iconic pop anthems like âSince U Been Gone,â âBaby One More Time,â and âCanât Stop the Feeling!â
Suffs (April 14 â 26, 2026)

The first national tour of the Tony Award-winning musical, Suffs, arrives in Detroit this spring with a âthrilling, inspiring, and dazzlingly entertainingâ (Variety) story about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. Suffs is the winner of the Outer Criticsâ Circle Award for Best New Musical, two Drama Desk Awards including Best Score, and is âunquestionably the most emotionally stirring musical of the seasonâ (Chicago Tribune).
Hamilton (April 29 â May 17, 2026)

A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation, Hamilton follows the rise of founding father, Alexander Hamilton, as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation.
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