Vancouver’s next Broadway season is locked and loaded | Georgia Straight Vancouver’s source for arts, culture, and events

1 of 1 2 of 1 Get the best of Vancouver in your inbox, every Tuesday and Thursday. Sign up for our free newsletter.Broadway Across Canada has announced five touring blockbusters headed to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre next season, stacking the marquee with pop jukebox hits, a classic Disney love story, hip-hop history, and a romantic thriller fuelled by powerhouse vocals.“Live theatre has a unique way of bringing people together, and that sense of shared experience is at the heart of what we do,” shares Shana Levin, Vice President of Broadway Across Canada, in a release. “By presenting Broadway productions in cities across Canada, we’re creating opportunities for communities like Vancouver to come together, experience something extraordinary, and feel the magic of Broadway close to home.”Kicking things off is & Juliet, the irreverent hit that asks what might have happened if Shakespeare’s heroine had chosen a second act instead of a tragic finale. Packed with pop songs, the musical reframes the classic love story as a glittery, high-energy celebration of autonomy and reinvention.Following that is Beauty and the Beast, returning to the stage in a new North American touring production. The fairy tale arrives with updated sets and costumes, while keeping the Oscar-winning songs that have made it a cross-generational favourite and a tale as old as time.January brings Mrs. Doubtfire, based on the hit film about a struggling actor who disguises himself as a nanny to stay close to his children. Expect fast-paced fun costume changes, broad comedy, and a family story that still lands.In the spring, Hamilton returns for an extended run. Lin-Manuel Miranda’s genre-blending phenomenon continues to draw crowds worldwide with its mix of hip-hop, R&B, and traditional musical theatre, retelling the rise of Alexander Hamilton with sharp lyrics and choreography.Closing out the season is The Bodyguard, adapted from the 1992 film. The romantic thriller pairs a story of danger and devotion with Whitney Houston’s catalogue of hits, including “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” and “I Will Always Love You.” Broadway Across Canada 2026/2027When: September 29 to June 13Where: Queen Elizabeth TheatreTickets: $329+ for subscription packages, available here. Single tickets available at a later date. Join the discussion Facebook comments not loading? Please check your browser settings to ensure that it is not blocking Facebook from running on straight.com