News Summary
The Bank of America Broadway at Straz Center has revealed its 2025-26 season lineup, featuring the musical adaptation of ‘Water for Elephants’. This acclaimed production, inspired by the bestselling novel by Sara Gruen, showcases a profound journey through love and loss. Directed by Tony nominee Jessica Stone, the season also includes notable productions such as ‘The Wiz’, ‘Kimberly Akimbo’, and more. Ticket packages are available, promising an engaging experience for all theatre enthusiasts in the Tampa area.
Tampa – The Bank of America Broadway at Straz Center has announced its much-anticipated lineup for the 2025-26 season, featuring the musical adaptation of “Water for Elephants”. This production, which is inspired by the bestselling novel by Sara Gruen, has been highly praised, with accolades highlighting its stunning and emotional portrayal of the narrative. The performances of “Water for Elephants” are scheduled to run from October 28 to November 2, 2025.
Directed by Jessica Stone, a Tony Award nominee, “Water for Elephants” showcases a score composed by the acclaimed PigPen Theatre Co. The script, adapted by Rick Elice, a three-time Tony nominee, successfully captures the essence of Gruen’s beloved story. The plot follows a young man who endures a profound personal loss, leading him to join a traveling circus where he discovers healing and love. This journey is recounted through the perspective of the protagonist’s older self, lending depth and introspection to the story.
The upcoming Broadway season at the Straz Center is robust, featuring a range of notable productions including “The Wiz”, which will run from October 14-19, 2025, and “Kimberly Akimbo” from November 18-23, 2025. Following these performances, The Outsiders is slated to take the stage from December 27, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Other exciting shows include & Juliet from February 10-15, 2026, and Hell’s Kitchen running from March 24 to April 5, 2026.
In addition to these productions, audiences can look forward to Stereophonic from April 28 to May 3, 2026, and The Notebook scheduled from May 26-31, 2026. The classic musical Les Misérables will make a return from December 10-14, 2025, while Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors is set to run at the Jaeb Theater from September 16 to October 26, 2025.
The 2025-26 season package, which includes nine shows, ranges from $346.50 to $1055.45 in ticket prices. Individual show tickets will become available for purchase at a later date. The Straz Center plays an integral role in the cultural landscape of Tampa, benefitting from the support of local and state arts organizations, including the City of Tampa and the National Endowment for the Arts.
For ticket purchases or further information about the upcoming season and its productions, individuals are encouraged to reach out to the Straz Center Ticket Sales Office at 813-229-7827 or visit their official website at www.strazcenter.org.
The 2025-26 Broadway season promises to offer a diverse selection of musicals that cater to a wide variety of interests, ensuring an engaging experience for all theatre lovers in Tampa.
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Additional Resources
- Osprey Observer: Water for Elephants Comes to Life at the Straz Center
- Wikipedia: Theatre
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- Google Search: Broadway musicals 2025
- St. Pete Catalyst: Looking Forward – The Month of October in Arts
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Musical Theater
- Straz Center Official Website
- Google News: Straz Center
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