New Orleans Welcomes Big Broadway Hits for 2026-2027 Season

Saenger Theatre to host a diverse lineup of musicals and plays, including several New Orleans debuts.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Broadway in New Orleans has announced the 2026-2027 season lineup, which features a mix of beloved classics, acclaimed new productions, and first-time tours coming to the Saenger Theatre. The season includes the Tony-winning musicals BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, THE NOTEBOOK, THE OUTSIDERS, and HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD, as well as returning favorites like JERSEY BOYS, DISNEY'S THE LION KING, and THE SOUND OF MUSIC.

Why it matters

The diverse lineup of Broadway shows coming to New Orleans underscores the city's status as a major entertainment destination. The Saenger Theatre's partnership with Broadway in New Orleans and sponsor Entergy provides residents and visitors alike access to high-caliber live theater experiences, supporting the local arts and culture scene.

The details

The 2026-2027 Broadway in New Orleans season at the Saenger Theatre will feature several New Orleans debuts, including the five-time Tony-winning BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, the romantic musical THE NOTEBOOK, the Tony-winning THE OUTSIDERS, and the global phenomenon HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD. Returning favorites include the original Broadway blockbuster JERSEY BOYS, Disney's six-time Tony winner DISNEY'S THE LION KING, and the beloved Rodgers & Hammerstein classic THE SOUND OF MUSIC. The season also includes the 20th anniversary tour of DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL and the fan-favorite CLUE.

  • The 2026-2027 Broadway season in New Orleans begins in September 2026.
  • Subscription packages are on sale now, with a deadline of April 2nd for current subscribers to renew their seats.
  • The eight-show subscription package runs from September 2026 through June 2027.

The players

Broadway in New Orleans

The organization that presents Broadway productions at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans.

Saenger Theatre

The historic performing arts venue in downtown New Orleans that hosts the Broadway in New Orleans series.

Entergy

The energy company that sponsors the Broadway in New Orleans program at the Saenger Theatre.

David Skinner

The general manager of the Saenger Theatre.

Patty Riddlebarger

The vice president of corporate social responsibility at Entergy.

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What they’re saying

“We're preparing for one of our most exciting Broadway in New Orleans seasons yet.”

— David Skinner, General Manager, Saenger Theatre (myneworleans.com)

“Broadway in New Orleans at the Saenger Theatre is a fixture in the entertainment offerings here in the Crescent City, and Entergy is proud to continue our support in the 2026-2027 season.”

— Patty Riddlebarger, Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility, Entergy (myneworleans.com)

What’s next

Current subscribers have until April 2nd to renew their seats for the 2026-2027 Broadway in New Orleans season.

The takeaway

The diverse lineup of Broadway shows coming to New Orleans's historic Saenger Theatre underscores the city's status as a major entertainment destination, providing residents and visitors access to high-caliber live theater experiences that support the local arts and culture scene.