Musical theater fans in Columbus might want to start clearing some calendar space. The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts has rolled out its 2026–27 PNC Broadway in Columbus season, promising a steady stream of national touring productions headed downtown and a packed year for subscribers and single-ticket buyers alike.
The lineup was unveiled in a livestreamed reveal event, with CAPA posting the video and first-look details on its Broadway in Columbus page. According to CAPA, public on-sale dates will be announced soon, and season packages are available for those who prefer to lock in their seats early.
Season highlights
Broadway marketing manager Lisa Minken joined Good Day Columbus to walk viewers through the marquee titles and the tours headed for local stages. As reported by WSYX, the season’s heavy hitters include mega-musicals such as Wicked and Beetlejuice, alongside additional touring shows revealed during the event. The season also features The Great Gatsby, adding a bit of Jazz Age flair to the mix.
Where they’ll play
PNC Broadway in Columbus engagements typically touch down at CAPA’s downtown venues, primarily the Ohio Theatre and the Palace Theatre, which host most of the touring Broadway runs in the city. The Ohio Theatre’s page includes details on accessibility, parking and ticketing for visitors, according to CAPA.
Tickets and subscriptions
Season subscriptions and single-ticket on-sale information are handled through the Broadway in Columbus site, with CAPA urging theatergoers to hop on its mailing lists for presale opportunities and updates. For the most current details on subscription packages and public on-sale dates, visit BroadwayInColumbus.com.
The season-reveal video and Minken’s segment remain available online for anyone who missed the live rollout but wants to scope out the coming attractions. CAPA plans to post full performance dates and ticketing specifics as each engagement is finalized, so expect more details to trickle in as the season draws closer.
