Blumenthal Arts season has new, returning productions 

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The cast of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,” one of the productions scheduled for Blumenthal Arts’ 2026-27 schedule. Also included are “Phantom of the Opera” and “The Wiz.”

Blumenthal Arts is centering community in its new season.

The company will feature new productions and returning favorites like “Beauty and the Beast” reimagined; the Charlotte premiere of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” and the 40th anniversary production of “The Phantom of the Opera.”

Blumenthal Arts CEO Tom Gabbard described the lineup as refreshed with new offerings of beloved titles where there is something for everyone, ranging from traditional to more innovative shows.

“What gives us the best chance to connect with the community and make people feel like they are welcome, and that there's going to be at least one or two shows over the course of the season that are must-sees for them personally,” he said.

The lineup includes productions of “Dirty Dancing,” “Oh, Mary!” and “Buena Vista Social Club.” Gabbard said the season was built to include a mix of familiar titles and newer productions to reach a wide range of audiences. The season will also include four Broadway Extras, including “A Beautiful Noise,” “The Wiz,” “Heathers” and “Jersey Boys.”

Seven-show season packages range from $330.90 to $1,014.06. Season ticket holders will receive benefits including date changes, same seats every season, and early access.
Community is a core focus at the Blumenthal. Audiences can engage throughout the season through conversations and connections with Community Cues, which are free events inspired by productions, allowing the community to further be involved while offering behind the scenes access.

Gabbard said that Blumenthal has been defined by the impact they leave on the community and each season is about finding new ways to connect. “We fortunately have a really wide range of tastes here. We try to accommodate that through things that go from very traditional to wonderfully outrageous and new,” he said.

Blumenthal Arts 2026-27 season:

“Dirty Dancing,” Nov. 3-8

“A Beautiful Noise,” Nov. 27-29

2027 

“Beauty and the Beast,” Sept. 7-12

“Harry Potter,” Aug. 10-15

“Phantom of the Opera,” July 7-18

“Oh Mary,” March 16-28

“Buena Vista,” June 15-20

“The Wiz,” May 7-9

“Heathers,” June 29-July 4

“Jersey Boys,” July 30- Aug. 1

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