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A Christmas Story
A Christmas Story
11/1 - 12/29/2024


Goodspeed unwraps a glittering musical version of the beloved movie classic just in time for the holidays. The only thing little Ralphie wants for Christmas ...


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Exclusive Photos: Jim Stanek, Jenn Gambatese, & More in A CHRISTMAS STORY at Goodspeed


by Blair Ingenthron - November 02, 2024

Goodspeed Musicals is presenting A Christmas Story The Musical as its final production of the 2024 season. A hilariously heartfelt holiday musical for the whole family, A Christmas Story will run at The Goodspeed from Nov. 1 – Dec. 29 in East Haddam, Conn. Check out an exclusive look at the producti...

RAGTIME, Jerry Herman's MRS. SANTA CLAUS World Premiere & More Set For Goodspeed's 2025 Season


by Stephi Wild - October 09, 2024

Two-time Tony Award-winning Goodspeed Musicals has announced its 2025 season at the Goodspeed Opera House. Learn more about the season lineup here including Ragtime, All Shook Up, A Chorus Line, Mrs. Santa Claus....

Video: First Look at NO LOVE SONGS US Premiere at Goodspeed Musicals


by Joshua Wright - October 02, 2024

Get a first look at the US premiere of the new musical No Love Songs in this all-new video....

Cast Set For A CHRISTMAS STORY at Goodspeed


by Stephi Wild - October 01, 2024

Goodspeed Musicals will welcome A Christmas Story The Musical as its final production of the 2024 season. A hilariously heartfelt holiday musical for the whole family, A Christmas Story will run at The Goodspeed from Nov. 1 – Dec. 29 in East Haddam, Conn....

Goodspeed Musicals Reveals Plans to Improve Accessibility for Patrons


by Stephi Wild - September 23, 2024

GOODSPEED MUSICALS announced new plans to enhance accessibility at their venues, including improved seating, assistive listening devices, and increased wheelchair access, ensuring a more inclusive experience for all patrons....

Full Cast Set for NO LOVE SONGS at Goodspeed Musicals


by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 04, 2024

Goodspeed Musicals has revealed the cast for No Love Songs, a new musical that takes a heartfelt look at early parenthood. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets....

Video: Go Inside the Sitzprobe for MAGGIE at Goodspeed


by Joshua Wright - August 19, 2024

Go inside Goodspeed Musicals sitzprobe for the U.S. premiere of Maggie as its third production of the 2024 season. A heartwarming story about home, family and community, Maggie will run at The Goodspeed from Aug. 23 - Oct. 20....

Video: Hear 'Everyone's Gone' From MAGGIE At Goodspeed Musicals


by A.A. Cristi - August 09, 2024

Goodspeed Musicals will present the U.S. premiere of Maggie as its third production of the 2024 season. A heartwarming story about home, family and community, Maggie will run at The Goodspeed from Aug. 23 - Oct. 20. Check out video from inside the rehearsal room as Christine Dwyer and the show's cas...

Goodspeed Musicals Managing Director David B. Byrd to Depart This Fall


by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 29, 2024

Goodspeed Musicals is embarking on a search for a new managing director to replace David B. Byrd, who will depart depart his role as Goodspeed’s first Managing Director at the end of September. Learn more....

Christine Dwyer, Kennedy Caughell & More to Star in MAGGIE at Goodspeed Musicals


by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 22, 2024

Goodspeed Musicals will present the U.S. premiere of Maggie as its third production of the 2024 season. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets....

Past Shows

Maggie
Maggie
8/23 - 10/20/2024


A Scottish mother’s unbreakable love for her three sons is tested in an inspirational new musical about family bonds and changing times. After suffering the ...

South Pacific
South Pacific
6/14 - 8/11/2024


On a lush tropical island during World War II, battles of the heart are center stage in the Goodspeed premiere of the soaring Rodgers and ...

The Mystery of Edwin Drood


Who killed Edwin Drood? You decide! A troupe of Victorian performers invites you to play detective in this musical comedy whodunit packed with surprise. Your ...

Dreamgirls
Dreamgirls
11/10 - 12/30/2023


Stars rise and fall… but dreams live forever! A 1960s Motown girl group catches its big break during an amateur competition. But will their friendship—and ...

The 12
The 12
9/8 - 10/29/2023


Jerusalem. The disciples are in disarray. Torn apart by the unthinkable death of their leader, see how twelve ordinary individuals come together to create one ...

Summer Stock
Summer Stock
7/7 - 8/27/2023


Forget your troubles—come on, get happy! The tradition of turning a barn into a theater finds fertile new ground in a joyous world premiere inspired ...

Billy Elliot
Billy Elliot
9/13 - 11/24/2019


Young Billy Elliot is pulled between his familys coal-mining roots and his newly discovered passion to dance. Is his future boxing gloves or ballet shoes? ...

Because of Winn Dixie
Because of Winn Dixie
6/28 - 9/1/2019


Not since Annie has a stray dog inspired such joyful noise! In a Southern town filled with lost souls, a new leash on life is ...

The Music Man
The Music Man
4/12 - 6/16/2019


You got trouble in River City! Professor Harold Hill and Marian the Librarian march into their first appearance at Goodspeed in a rousing new production ...

The Drowsy Chaperone
The Drowsy Chaperone
9/21 - 11/25/2018


In this hilarious valentine to show tunes and show people, a forgotten Jazz Age musical comes to life in the living room of a diehard ...

Oliver!
Oliver!
6/29 - 9/8/2018


Charles Dickens’ beloved orphan makes his Goodspeed debut in the hope-filled musical set in the dark shadows of Victorian London. Bounced from workhouse to forced ...

The Will Rogers Follies
The Will Rogers Follies
4/13 - 6/21/2018


Shake hands with the heartwarming humorist who spun a rope, poked fun at headlines and never met a man he didn’t like. The rags-to-riches story ...

Chasing Rainbows
Chasing Rainbows
9/16 - 11/27/2016


An awkward girl with a golden voice blossoms into Judy Garland in the inspirational new musical about the bumpy road to "Oz." The future superstar's ...

Bye Bye Birdie
Bye Bye Birdie
6/24 - 9/4/2016


Put on a happy face! Army-bound rock star Conrad Birdie's farewell appearance in Sweet Apple, Ohio is the talk of the town. But it's a ...

Anything Goes
Anything Goes
4/8 - 6/16/2016


Bon voyage! Set sail on a "de-lovely" cruise through some of Cole Porter's most famous songs. A brassy nightclub singer, a starry-eyed stowaway and Public ...

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