My Shows
News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

Hairspray Tour

Ages: 12+
Closing: June 25, 2006

Hairspray - 2003 US Tour History , Info & More



Get Hairspray Email Alerts

Be the first to get ticket offers, news, photos & more.

Review: Music Carries the Day in The Umbrella Stage Company's HAIRSPRAY
by R. Scott Reedy - May 6, 2026


In most, if not all, other mountings of “Hairspray: The Broadway Musical,” Tracy Turnblad is tucked under her bedcovers when audiences first see the young heroine, ready to show off her high-teased bouffant and let loose with the first notes of the rousing opener, “Good Morning, Baltimore.”

Regal Spotlighting Movie Musicals with New Screening Series This May
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2026


This May, Regal is showcasing theatrical showpieces with its Musical Mayhem series, with screenings of musicals like Chicago, Funny Girl, Hairspray, and Mamma Mia!, among others. Take a look at the full lineup and schedule below.

Review: Matthew Lombardo's WHEN PLAYWRIGHTS KILL Slays with Laughter
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 14, 2026


Seven years ago, an already hot summer in Boston heated up even more during a pre-Broadway tryout of a truncated version of playwright Matthew Lombardo’s “Tea at Five” at the Huntington Theatre when its star, Academy Award winner Faye Dunaway, was fired after allegations that she physically and verbally assaulted crew members on the troubled production.

HAIRSPRAY Original Broadway Cast: Where Are They Now?
by Sidney Paterra - Feb 28, 2026


It’s… Hairspray! BroadwayWorld is taking a look back at what the cast of this beloved musical has been up to since the show first graced the Broadway stage!

Timothée Chalamet to Sabrina Carpenter: Theater Kids We Want to See Back on Stage
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 21, 2026


With Ariana Grande returning to the stage in Sunday in the Park with George, here is our roundup of theater “kids” who we would love to see return to their stage roots!

Interview: Marc Shaiman Talks SOME LIKE IT HOT, His Just-Published Memoir, and More
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 27, 2026


To say that the Tony Award-winning 2022 musical “Some Like It Hot,” which Broadway in Boston is presenting at Citizens Opera House through February 8, has quite a pedigree is putting it mildly.

Interview: Meet the General Managers That Keep Broadway Running, Wendy Orshan and Jeffrey M. Wilson
by Robert Diamond - Jan 6, 2026


Every Broadway show needs general management and Wendy Orshan and Jeffrey M. Wilson are here to provide. The pair heads 101 Productions, Ltd.- a theatrical General Management firm formed in 1994.

Interview: Dana Zell of Children’s Musical Theater San Jose
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 26, 2025


We had the opportunity to interview Dana Zell who has served as the Managing Director of CMT for the past 10 years.

Video: 'The Story of Buddy' from ELF-THE MUSICAL at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Dec 18, 2025


ELF the Musical is now playing at the 5th Avenue Theatre Company, running through December 28 at the historic downtown Seattle theatre. Check out this all new clip of 'The Story of Buddy' from the production.

Video: ELF THE MUSICAL Trailer at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025


ELF the Musical is now playing at the 5th Avenue Theatre Company, running through December 28 at the historic downtown Seattle theatre. Check out an all new trailer for the production in the video here!

Review: ELF THE MUSICAL at Seacoast Repertory Theatre
by Dan Marois - Nov 19, 2025


What did our critic think of ELF THE MUSICAL at Seacoast Repertory Theatre? “Elf” at the Rep succeeds because the theatre thrives on great storytelling with very believable cast members. Consider this a holiday treat not to be missed.

Video: The 50 Best Broadway Performances from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Sidney Paterra - Nov 26, 2025


Take a trip down memory lane with our 40 favorite parade performances of years gone by! The Parade is known for bringing may of our favorite Broadway shows and performances to the small screen and our editors have battled it out to pick their favorites. 

Kristin Chenoweth Clarifies Idina Menzel Feud Rumors
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2025


Kristin Chenoweth is addressing rumors that she and Idina Menzel 'did not get along' during Wicked. She also reveals why she chose to star in The Queen of Versailles over Death Becomes Her.

The 5th Avenue Theatre Will Present ELF – THE MUSICAL This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2025


The 5th Avenue Theatre will present ELF – The Musical November 28–December 28, 2025, directed and choreographed by Denis Jones. Starring Eric Ankrim as Buddy. Tickets are available now.

Which Pre-Broadway Tryout Theater Boasts the Most Best Musical Tony Award Winners?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 30, 2025


While different tryout theaters have different relationships to the development of new shows, it’s worth looking at both which commercial rental theaters and which non-profit theaters have had the most Best Musical Tony Award winners come from their stages.

Photos: ELF THE MUSICAL Gears Up for Christmas at The Aldwych Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2025


Rehearsal photos have been released for ELF The Musical, returning to London’s Aldwych Theatre for a limited holiday run, starring Joel Montague, Carrie Hope Fletcher, and Aled Jones.

Rona Siddiqui Receives Mark O’Donnell Prize From The Entertainment Community Fund and Playwrights Horizons
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025


The Entertainment Community Fund and Playwrights Horizons announced that Grammy-nominated artist Rona Siddiqui is the 2025 recipient of The Mark O’Donnell Prize,.

New Cast Joins THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA; Vanessa Williams and Show Extend Run
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025


After a first year in the West End, becoming the fastest selling show in the Dominion's history, The Devil Wears Prada will welcome in new runway-ready cast members this October, as the show announces another extension. Meet all of the new cast members.

Listen: THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Original West End Cast Recording is Out Now
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2025


The original cast recording from The Devil Wears Prada: A New Musical is available now on CD, Digital & LP formats via Island EMI. Find out how to buy or stream the album here!

Video: Watch THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Cast Record the Title Song For Cast Album
by Michael Major - Sep 11, 2025


Watch the cast of The Devil Wears Prada musical recording the title song from the hit West End musical! The new video features Vanessa Williams, Matt Henry, MBE, Georgie Buckland, and more.

Joel Montague, Carrie Hope Fletcher, and Aled Jones MBE Will Lead ELF THE MUSICAL at the Aldwych Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2025


In just over 7 weeks, Christmas will come early to the Aldwych Theatre when Joel Montague, Carrie Hope Fletcher and Aled Jones MBE will star in the smash hit musical ELF as Buddy, Jovie and Walter Hobbs respectively.

Video: First Single From THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Cast Recording, Out in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025


The original cast recording from The Devil Wears Prada: A New Musical is set to be released on CD, Digital & LP formats on 19th September. Learn more about how to pre=order and listen to a new single here!

Nikki Snelson Will Direct Theatre By The Sea's HEARTBREAK HOTEL
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 16, 2025


 In celebration of 92 years of Theatre By The Sea, owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to present Heartbreak Hotel, the stage musical which celebrates the life and music of Elvis Presley. Heartbreak Hotel will be presented from August 20 – September 14, 2025.

Al Hirschfeld Event Coming to Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2025


This Saturday July 26, the Hamptons Summer Songbook at LTV Studios invites audiences to experience Broadway as seen through the pen of Al Hirschfeld in a special one-night-only event with renowned author and curator David Leopold and featuring Eric Comstock and Barbara Fasano.

Laguna Playhouse Finishes 2024-2025 Season with HONKY TONK ANGELS
by Emmy Rice - Jul 11, 2025


Laguna Playhouse will present the final show of its 2024/2025 season, the boot-scootin’, foot-stompin’, dancin’ in the aisles, country music party of the year, Honky Tonk Angels, written by Ted Swindley, choreography by Jill Gorrie, musical direction by John Massey and direction by David Ellenstein.

Hairspray History

Other Productions of Hairspray

2002   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2003   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2004   Toronto Toronto Production
Toronto
2006   Las Vegas Las Vegas Production
Las Vegas
2006   Beverly, MA (Regional) North Shore Music Theatre Production
Beverly, MA (Regional)
2007   West End London Production
West End
2016   Motion Picture NBC Live Televised Production
Motion Picture
2021   West End London Revival
West End
2021   US Tour New National Tour
US Tour

Hairspray - 2003 US Tour Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Hairspray — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor - Musical Harvey Fierstein
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Thomas Meehan
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Mark O'Donnell
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Jerry Mitchell
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design William Ivey Long
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Musical Jack O'Brien
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical Corey Reynolds
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical Kerry Butler
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Marc Shaiman
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Scott Wittman
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Marc Shaiman
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Hairspray
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Harold Wheeler
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design - Musical David Rockwell
2003 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Scott Wittman
2003 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Marc Shaiman
2003 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Mark O'Donnell
2003 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Thomas Meehan
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Harvey Fierstein
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Marissa Jaret Winokur
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Broadway Musical 0
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Jerry Mitchell
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design William Ivey Long
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Jack O'Brien
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Dick Latessa
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Matthew Morrison
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Corey Reynolds
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Kerry Butler
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Kenneth Posner
2003 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design David Rockwell
2003 Theatre World Awards Performance Jackie Hoffman
2003 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Thomas Meehan
2003 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Mark O'Donnell
2003 Tony Awards Best Choreography Jerry Mitchell
2003 Tony Awards Best Costume Design William Ivey Long
2003 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Jack O'Brien
2003 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Kenneth Posner
2003 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Harold Wheeler
2003 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Scott Wittman
2003 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Marc Shaiman
2003 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design David Rockwell
2002 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Marissa Jaret Winokur
2002 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical Dick Latessa

Videos


TICKET CENTRAL
Hot Show
Tickets From $68
Hot Show
Tickets From $59
Hot Show
Tickets From $66
Hot Show
Tickets From $58