More Musicals, More Magic: The Expanded 2025 Broadway At Music Circus Season
With this new expansion, Broadway At Music Circus is set to feature an unprecedented eight productions spanning from March through December 2025:
• Jesus Christ Superstar (March 13-22)
• Disney’s FROZEN (June 19-28)
• YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (July 10-19)
• HAIRSPRAY (August 21-30)
• COME FROM AWAY (September 11-20)
• A CHRISTMAS CAROL the MUSICAL (December 11-20)
White Christmas
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Broadway Sacramento Presents: White Christmas
Broadway Sacramento is bringing a beloved holiday classic to life with its sparkling production of White Christmas, the musical that wraps nostalgic charm, irresistible music, and heartfelt storytelling into one dazzling package. Inspired by the 1954 film, this stage version celebrates everything people adore about holiday theatre: big ensemble numbers, timeless songs, and a story that warms even the frostiest December day.
A holiday musical filled with joy
White Christmas follows two song-and-dance partners who team up with a sister act for a winter adventure that turns into something much bigger than they expected. Romance blooms, friendships deepen, and a Vermont inn in need becomes the setting for a story full of generosity and cheer. The musical features the legendary music of Irving Berlin, including “Sisters,” “Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep,” and the iconic title number that has become a permanent part of the American holiday soundtrack.
Broadway-quality magic in Sacramento
Broadway Sacramento is known for bringing professional productions to the capital region, and White Christmas is no exception. Expect beautiful choreography, crisp harmonies, elegant vintage costumes, and sets that capture the story’s midcentury charm. It’s the kind of show where the tap numbers sparkle, the ballads soar, and the finale brings the entire audience together in a festive glow.
A perfect way to celebrate the season
Whether you grew up watching the movie or are discovering the story for the first time, White Christmas is pure holiday delight. It’s a cozy, heartwarming musical that pairs perfectly with hot cocoa, twinkling lights, and winter nights spent with family and friends. Broadway Sacramento’s production offers a joyful reminder of community, kindness, and the simple pleasure of sharing a beautiful show with the people you love.
West Side Story
What Makes July’s West Side Story a Must-See
- Award-Winning Source Material With a heritage rooted in Broadway (1957) and Hollywood (1961 film with 10 Oscars), West Side Story blends emotion, choreography, and conversation about identity—still fresh and potent more than six decades later
- Variety of Showings Catch it your way: an open-captioned performance on July 11; audio-described on July 12 (matinee); sign-interpreted on July 13; plus evening shows through July 17 to fit any schedule
- Cultural Impact The narrative—gang rivalry, love across divides, the immigrant experience—resonates just as strongly today. Songs like “America” and “Somewhere” still echo with relevance and hope
- Family-Friendly Theater Under the tent, Sacramento audiences can share this vibrant, emotional masterpiece—ideal for musical lovers and families seeking a summer arts experience that moves the heart.
West Side Story opening Friday at the Music Circus. It'll be fantastic!https://t.co/x7VE0zCDMP pic.twitter.com/dO2D9FsHPa
— Sacramento Top 10 (@SacramentoTop10) July 6, 2025
Hello Dolly
Hello, Dolly! Brings Big Smiles to Broadway Sacramento
Broadway Sacramento’s Music Circus has rolled out the red carpet for one of the most joy-filled musicals of all time: Hello, Dolly! From the opening notes to the final curtain call, this production is a glittering celebration of music, mischief, and one irresistibly charming matchmaker.
🌟 What Makes Hello, Dolly! So Special?
I've been to dozens of shows at the Music Circus over the years, but none has been better than Hello Dolly! The music is captivating, the costumes extraordinary, the actors fantastic. The entire audience was thrilled.
It opens tonight and is only here for a week. See it!… pic.twitter.com/aPkQynSoBV
— Sacramento Top 10 (@SacramentoTop10) June 21, 2025
Let’s start with Dolly Levi herself—the larger-than-life character who swoops into Yonkers with a plan to arrange a few marriages (including her own), all with wit, flair, and an impressive hat collection. The role has been played by Broadway icons from Carol Channing to Bette Midler, and in this Music Circus production, Karen Ziemba sparkles just as brightly.
🎶 Music, Laughter, and Showstopping Moments
Featuring some of Broadway’s most iconic songs—like Put On Your Sunday Clothes, Before the Parade Passes By, and of course, Hello, Dolly!—the show is packed with toe-tapping tunes and heartfelt moments. The orchestra soars, the vocals shine, and the ensemble brings old-school showbiz charm to every number.
👗 Costumes & Stage Magic
This production pulls out all the stops. Expect lavish costumes (think feathers, sequins, and lots of color), quick changes, and that signature in-the-round staging that makes Music Circus performances so uniquely immersive. You’re not just watching the show—you’re in it.
🗓️ When & Where
Location: UCDavis Health Pavilion
1419 H Street, Sacramento
Dates: June 20–26, 2025
Tickets: Available at BroadwaySacramento.com
If you’re looking for a musical that leaves you grinning and humming all the way home, don’t miss Hello, Dolly! It’s pure Broadway joy, right here in Sacramento.
Million Dollar Quartet
A Rock ‘n’ Roll Reunion for the Ages – Million Dollar Quartet Hits the Music Circus Stage
Step back in time to the night rock ‘n’ roll history was made.
From May 30 through June 5, 2025, Broadway At Music Circus welcomes Million Dollar Quartet—the electrifying jukebox musical that captures one unforgettable evening in Memphis when four musical legends shared a mic, a piano, and pure magic. Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins came together for the first and only time at Sun Records on December 4, 1956. The result? A jam session so iconic, it earned a name that still resonates today.
This stage sensation takes audiences inside that impromptu studio gathering—complete with legendary hits like “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Great Balls of Fire,” and “I Walk the Line.” More than a concert, Million Dollar Quartet is a behind-the-scenes look at the personalities, rivalries, and raw energy that made these young men into icons.
Presented in the intimate, in-the-round setting of Music Circus, this production brings you closer than ever to the crackling spontaneity that defined rock’s golden age. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the fab four or discovering their music for the first time, this show promises to bring down the house.
🎶 Feel the rhythm. Hear the legends. Witness the night that changed music forever. Don’t miss Million Dollar Quartet—only at Broadway At Music Circus.
We went to the dress rehearsal for the Million Dollar Quartet at the Music Circus last night – it was FANTASTIC! Especially the finale! Opens tonight – Closes June 5. Lots of great tix available.https://t.co/x7VE0zC5Xh pic.twitter.com/TRk6C321l8
— Sacramento Top 10 (@SacramentoTop10) May 30, 2025
Footloose
First Up: Kick Off Your Sunday Shoes! Footloose Dances Onto the Music Circus Stage in 2025
Get ready to cut loose, Sacramento! The high-energy, toe-tapping sensation Footloose is bringing its electrifying music and infectious spirit to Broadway At Music Circus from March 21–27, 2025. If you’ve ever felt the urge to dance like nobody’s watching, this is your chance to do it—because this production is going to be a showstopper!
Based on the hit 1984 film that had everyone hitting the dance floor, Footloose tells the story of Ren McCormack, a city teen who moves to a small town where dancing is outlawed. With powerhouse songs like “Let’s Hear It for the Boy,” “Holding Out for a Hero,” “I’m Free (Heaven Helps the Man),” and, of course, “Footloose,” this musical is a celebration of youth, rebellion, and the joy of cutting loose.
Broadway Sacramento Expands Year-Round Theatre Programming
In an exciting development, Broadway Sacramento has reached an agreement with the Sacramento Theatre Company (STC) to expand its programming beyond its traditional summer season. This means more shows, more opportunities to enjoy professional musical theatre, and more reasons to celebrate the performing arts in Sacramento.
For nearly 75 years, Broadway Sacramento and STC have shared a campus at 15th and H Streets. While STC has brought wonderful productions to the city for decades, rising costs have made it difficult for them to continue. As a result, Broadway Sacramento will now be the sole operator of the theatre complex, ensuring that live, professional theatre continues to thrive in the community.
“This is a bittersweet moment,” said STC Board President Betsy Wood. “We are proud of our legacy, and while we are sad to make this transition, we fully support Broadway Sacramento’s expansion.”
Broadway Sacramento Board Chair Dr. Jacqueline M. Calkin echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the company’s commitment to maintaining year-round theatre programming. “We take this responsibility seriously and look forward to continuing to bring world-class productions to Sacramento audiences.”
Shows – Broadway Sacramento
Broadway At Music Circus is a truly unique musical theatre experience, renowned by theatre professionals and fans across the country. Each summer the Broadway At Music Circus series features new productions of classic musicals with some of the most talented professional actors available, Tony-winning Broadway veterans and stars of touring Broadway, film and TV.
A Bright Future for Sacramento Theatre
With the Broadway Sacramento Conservatory offering musical theatre training for young performers, and the company’s commitment to attracting national audiences, Sacramento’s theatre scene is poised for an exciting new chapter.
As Broadway Sacramento President/CEO Scott Klier puts it, “Our goal is to make Sacramento a true theatre destination—one that continues to grow and thrive.”
So, get ready to dance, sing, and celebrate! With Footloose leading the charge, 2025 is shaping up to be a spectacular year for theatre in Sacramento. Grab your tickets, put on your dancing shoes, and join the excitement!
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