Lincoln Park announces 2025-2026 musicals and plays

By Scott Tady

MIDLAND — Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center announced its 2025-2026 season of musicals and plays.

With the theme “Find Your Way!” the eight shows in the Clearview Federal Credit Union Series Subscription go on sale 9 a.m. Monday, and include:

“Guys and Dolls,” October 3-5 & 10-12, the MainStage Theater.
The award-winning classic gambles with luck and love under the bright lights of Broadway. Frank Loesser’s brassy, immortal score soars with classic songs such as “Luck Be a Lady,” “Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat,” “A Bushel and a Peck” and the titular crowd pleaser “Guys and Dolls!”

“Finding Nemo Jr.,” Nov. 14-16 & 21-23, MainStage Theater.
The 10th installment in Lincoln Park’s Jr. musical series explores the big blue world with a lively new stage musical based on the beloved Pixar film “Disney’s Finding Nemo.” The 60-minute musical adaptation features the escapades of lovable characters Marlin, Dory, Crush and Nemo.

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!” Dec. 5-7, 12-14 & 19-21, the BlackBox Theater.

Lincoln Park rings in the holiday season with the funny and touching story of a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant while faced with casting the awful Herdman kids. This innovative and delightful show is adapted from the bestselling Young Adult book and is a heartwarming and entertaining holiday experience perfect for the entire family.

“The Nutcracker,” Dec. 12-14 & 19-21, MainStage Theater.
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center’s longest running tradition returns for two weekends.  Families can experience the holiday classic drawn from Tchaikovsky’s
gorgeous and mesmerizing masterpiece.

“The Importance of Being Earnest,” Feb. 13-15 & 20-22, BlackBox Theater.
Lincoln Park enters 2026 with Oscar Wilde’s brilliantly clever and elegant comedic masterpiece telling the story of two young gentlemen in London, who each live a double life, creating elaborate deceptions to find balance in their lives. Wilde’s wit and
repartee is primed to delight and entertain audiences of all ages.

“All Hands on Deck,” March 19-22, MainStage Theater.
A show that celebrates 2026 marking America’s 250th anniversary. Patterned after USO Big Band road shows, this musical and dance experience features over 40 American classics such as “Chattanooga Choo-Choo,” “Pennsylvania Polka,” “Deep In The Heart Of Texas,” “American the Beautiful,” “Don’t Fence Me In” and “Thanks for the Memory.”

“Hairspray: The Broadway Musical,” May 1-3 & May 8-10, MainStage Theater.
Set in 1962 in Baltimore, the story follows lovable teen Tracy Turnblad who has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her
‘do.

“Legally Blonde: The Musical,” June 19-21 & 26-28, MainStage Theater.

Closing out the season is the high energy and hilarious show celebrating the 25th anniversary of “Legally Blonde” hitting movie theaters and becoming
an instant classic. The fun, upbeat musical is full of self-discovery.

“This season is full of unforgettable shows which include some of the most popular titles ever created for the stage,” Justin Fortunato, producing artistic director for Lincoln Park, said. “Find YOUR way to Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center this season to be a part of the adventure.”

Full Season Premium Subscriptions and Flex Subscriptions go on sale 9 a.m. July 14 by visiting or calling the Lincoln Park Box Office at 724-576-4644.

A start date for single ticket sales will be announced later.

Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center has announced its 2025-26 subscription series.

 

 

The Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center will brim with musicals and plays in the 2025-2026 school season.