Broadway's 'Beaches' Musical Announces New York Engagement and National Tour

The production based on the iconic film will play a limited run in NYC before hitting the road.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The new musical adaptation of the classic film 'Beaches' has announced a limited engagement in New York City followed by a multi-city national tour. The show features a book by Iris Rainer Dart & Thom Thomas, music by Mike Stoller, and lyrics by Dart, and will star Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett in the lead roles.

Why it matters

The beloved 1980s film 'Beaches' has a devoted fan base, and the new musical adaptation provides an opportunity for the story to reach a new generation of theatergoers. The show's national tour will also bring the production to audiences across the country.

The details

The musical will play a limited run in New York City through September 6, 2026, before embarking on a multi-city national tour. Additional casting and production details, as well as tour dates and locations, will be announced at a later date. The musical features a book by Iris Rainer Dart & Thom Thomas, music by Mike Stoller, and lyrics by Dart, and is developed in collaboration with David Austin.

  • The musical will play a limited New York engagement through Sunday, September 6, 2026.
  • The national tour will begin after the New York run, with dates and cities to be announced later.

The players

Jessica Vosk

An actress and singer who will star in the lead role of Cee Cee.

Kelli Barrett

An actress and singer who will star in the lead role of Bertie.

Iris Rainer Dart

The author of the original novel 'Beaches' and the book and lyrics for the new musical adaptation.

Thom Thomas

The co-writer of the book for the new 'Beaches' musical adaptation.

Mike Stoller

The composer who has written the music for the new 'Beaches' musical.

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What they’re saying

“The beloved 'Beaches' story has resonated with audiences for decades, and we're thrilled to bring this sweeping, emotional, and joy-filled new musical to the stage.”

— Iris Rainer Dart, Co-writer of the book and lyrics

What’s next

Additional casting and production details, as well as tour dates and locations, will be announced at a later date.

The takeaway

The new 'Beaches' musical adaptation provides an opportunity for the beloved story to reach a new generation of theatergoers, both in its limited New York engagement and the upcoming national tour.