Broadway is back at the Civic Center this month as OKC Broadway returns for its 10th anniversary season. With a wide array of musicals, many of which have never before visited Oklahoma City, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
First up is Kimberly Akimbo, on stage Sept. 9-14. This musical won the 2023 Tony Award for best musical, as well as best book, best original score, best leading actress and best supporting actress. Written by the all-star team David Lindsay-Abaire and Jeanine Tesori, this is a show about growing up and growing old as our heroine, Kimberly Akimbo, is forced to relocate to a suburban town just before her 16th birthday. Packed with show-stopping songs, this musical is an optimistic joy ride for everyone ages 13 and up.
Next up is one of OKC’s favorites as the hilarious Book of Mormon returns Oct. 10-12 as a season special. Written by “South Park” creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone with music by Robert Lopez, it is no wonder this is always a sold-out production when it comes through town. Follow a pair of mismatched missionaries as they spread the word of God (among other things) to a community a world away.
Start getting into the holiday spirit Nov. 18-23 when Elf the Musical arrives on stage. Based on the hit film, laugh along with Buddy the Elf as he travels from the North Pole on a quest to find his father. This musical is appropriate for kids of all ages and is sure to have you once again believing in the magic of Christmas.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is the first show of 2026, on stage Jan. 20-25, in the first North American production in over 25 years. This “tale as old as time,” full of love, grandeur and understanding, can be enjoyed by the whole family and is full of all of the incredible songs you remember from the animated movie.
March 3-8, A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical comes to OKC for the first time. This jukebox musical will have you dancing in your seats to familiar songs like “Sweet Caroline” and “America.” This is an inspiring, energetic memoir of a true American rock icon and should not be missed.
Catch the must-see production of Hell’s Kitchen, the hit Broadway musical from superstar R&B artist Alicia Keys, April 7-12. In another coming-of-age story, watch as Ali breaks away from her rebellious 17-year-old nature and discovers her love of piano. This show features brand-new music by Keys as well as some of her greatest hits, and exemplifies the love between a mother and her daughter.
Billed as a farm-to-table musical, the Tony-winning Shucked is up next May 12-17. Full of corny puns, this musical is about a lovable conman in the heart of Cob County. With a book by Robert Horn and music by the songwriting team Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally, everyone 10 and up should savor enjoy this corn-fed comedy masterpiece.
Last, but certainly not least, is the brilliant musical The Wiz May 19-24. The original production forever changed the face of Broadway, and the epic film adaptation is a staple in many American households. The classic tale of The Wizard of Oz is told through the Tony-winning score full of ’70s funk, soul, gospel and rock, and is an incredible way to end the 2025-2026 OKC Broadway season.
