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40 Years of Bold Storytelling
As we mark our 40th Anniversary Season, we’re honoring the past while diving headfirst into the future with a lineup that’s fresh, fearless, and full of unforgettable characters! From familiar titles to bold new voices, this season is a joyful reflection of everything we’ve built together—and everything still to come.
Join us for a season that celebrates 40 years of theatre magic and the stories that remind us who we are, where we’ve been, and the thrill of forging ahead.
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Sep 13–Oct 5, 2025
One of ETC’s most popular shows returns!
Next to Normal is the highly acclaimed Pulitzer- and Tony-winning rock musical about a family coping with mental illness. With a powerful score and moving lyrics, it’s a raw, heartfelt story of love, loss, and hope that’s been hailed as “transformative” by The New York Times.
Dec 3–31, 2025
The sequel to ETC’s bestselling show of all time arrives this holiday season!
Everyone knows Fiona, but now it’s her little brother Fritz’s turn to shine! In this fun, family-friendly musical, Hippo Cove’s newest arrival steps out of the background and into his own big adventure.
Jan 31–Feb 22, 2026
Every choice echoes. Every listener bears witness.
This gripping solo fable puts the audience at the heart of the story. As a mysterious outsider reveals a desperate choice, the community must decide what’s deserved in this stirring exploration of mercy, forgiveness, and the ties that bind us.
Mar 21–Apr 12, 2026
Family. You can’t pick ’em—even when they’re dead.
A reluctant trip to Blissfield, Indiana, turns into a surprising journey of self-discovery. Tasked with eulogizing relatives she never knew, Sienna finds an unexpected connection in this heartfelt new play about identity, family, and the stories that shape us.
May 9–31, 2026
The scariest thing isn’t the haunted house—it’s growing up.
From the creators of the hit musical Ace and based on actual events, this heartfelt ’80s coming-of-age story follows a group of teen misfits as they build a haunted house, facing real fears about growing up along the way.
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Accessibility
We’re dedicated to making our performances and outreach initiatives welcoming to and enjoyable by all audiences.
Plan Your Visit
Whether you’ve been here before or it’s your first time attending, here’s some information to help prepare for your visit.
Photo credits | Tickets, Bryant Bentley, Burgess Byrd, & Leslie Goddard Baum in Detroit ’67 (Mikki Schaffner); Accessibility, Nathan Robert Pecchia & Phil Fiorini in Fly By Night (Ryan Kurtz); Plan Your Visit, Kathleen Wise in Grounded (Ryan Kurtz).
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