Wilson Center unveils 2025-2026 Broadway season
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College is celebrating a decade of Broadway in Wilmington with a 2025-2026 season featuring returning fan favorites and new hits.
The PNC Broadway and the Beach season marks 10 years of professional Broadway touring productions at the Wilson Center.
According to the Wilson Center, the season opens with Emmy Award-winning actor Richard Thomas in Mark Twain Tonight! from Sept. 26–27. Thomas, known for roles in The Waltons, To Kill a Mockingbird, and Ozark, is the only actor to take on this iconic role since the original.
Executive director of the Wilson Center, Zach Pluer is looking forward to the diversity that the 10th season has to offer.
“I’m most looking forward to kinda the diverse variety of shows we have some classics returning, some favorites that have been here before, and also some new contemporary shows for younger folks. We are also building and ‘teching’ a whole Broadway tour here,” Pluer said.
Pluer added that they will be building the sets and working with the crew that will be coming down from New York to put on Mamma Mia! The national previews will be held in Wilmington.
The full 2025–2026 lineup includes:
- Richard Thomas in Mark Twain Tonight!
Sept. 26–27, 2025 (3 shows) - Mrs. Doubtfire
Nov. 14–15, 2025 (3 shows)
A laugh-out-loud musical based on the beloved film. - Chicago
Feb. 17–18, 2026 (3 shows)
The classic tale of fame, fortune, and jazz returns. - Mamma Mia!
March 5–7, 2026 (3 shows)
The ABBA musical will rehearse and premiere its tour in Wilmington. - Kinky Boots
April 28–30, 2026 (3 shows)
A feel-good story about friendship, acceptance, and fabulous shoes. - BEETLEJUICE
May 29–31, 2026 (5 shows)
Based on the Tim Burton film, this hit musical is described as a “feast for the eyes and soul.” - SIX
June 12–14, 2026 (5 shows)
The six wives of Henry VIII take the stage in a modern pop musical phenomenon.
Tickets Details:
- May 5: Tickets available to Wilson Center members online now.
- May 8–12: Full series subscriptions, group sales, and opera boxes.
- May 13–16: “Choose Your Own” subscriptions for three or more shows.
- May 17: Community Day with tours, events, and $25 tickets in select seats.
- Single-show tickets: On sale following Community Day.
To learn more about subscription options or to buy tickets, visit WilsonCenterTickets.com. The Wilson Center Box Office will offer extended hours, Monday through Friday, from noon to 6 p.m. through May 28.
