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Richmond to host Broadway hits, including ‘The Wiz,’ ‘The Outsiders’

Free Press staff report | 3/6/2025, 6 p.m.
Broadway in Richmond recently unveiled its 2025-2026 season lineup, which will feature four Richmond premieres, two returning family favorites and …
“The Wiz,” seen here with Kyle Ramar Freeman as Lion, Nichelle Lewis as Dorothy, Phillip Johnson Richardson as Tinman and Avery Wilson as Scarecrow, is among the productions scheduled for the next season of Broadway in Richmond. Photo by Jeremy Daniel

Broadway in Richmond recently unveiled its 2025-2026 season lineup, which will feature four Richmond premieres, two returning family favorites and the return of an iconic musical.

The season opens in November with “Kimberly Akimbo,” winner of five Tony Awards in 2023, including Best Musical. January 2026 will bring the Virginia premiere of “Back to the Future: The Musical,” followed by “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” in March 2026. Richmond will also see the debut of “The Outsiders,” winner of four 2024 Tony Awards, in March 2026. Other highlights of the season include “The Wiz” in April 2026 and “& Juliet” in May 2026. Additionally, “Les Misérables” will return in December.

Ashley Gibson, regional marketing director for Nederlander National Markets, expressed excitement about the new season.

“We heard you, Richmond! We’re thrilled to bring you a season of fresh-from-Broadway blockbusters, thoughtful and artistic award- winners and family favorites,” Gibson said. “Each year, our subscription base grows—and that’s because more and more people expect and enjoy quality entertainment.”

Season subscriptions start as low as $35 per ticket, with packages available for Tuesday through Sunday performances. Ticket sales for individual shows will be announced closer to each performance. For tickets, visit the official websites, BroadwayInRichmond.com and AltriaTheater.com.