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A Theatrical Journey: Capitol Theatre's 2025 Lineup
Kicking off 2025 with a burst of theatrical brilliance, the Cameco Capitol Arts Centre has curated a lineup of events that promise to captivate every art lover's heart. From musical theater boot camps to reimagined classics like 'Alice in Wonderland,' the historic Capitol Theatre in Yakima, WA, becomes a cultural hub. Expect a diverse slate of performances featuring heartfelt dramas, celebrated musicals, and lively concert revues, all bringing unique stories to life on stage. With something for everyone, this year's offerings ensure both seasoned theatergoers and newcomers will find delight and inspiration.
Apr 29, 2025
Share1. Camp Capitol
Improve your musical theatre skills, learn about creating live theatre, make new friends, and have a great time at Camp Capitol. Our professional instructors will explore the many aspects of live theatre through five days of singing, dancing and acting, plus an exclusive backstage tour of the historic Capitol Theatre! It all culminates in a performance for friends and family on Friday afternoon.
Mar 10 - Aug 16, 2025
Cameco Capitol Arts Centre
Yakima, WA · Capitol Theatre
2. Alice in Wonderland - A Bad Hats
This smash-hit family musical broke box office records over the past two years and now it’s coming to the Capitol! Bad Hats Theatre’s contemporary spin on Wonderland takes us down the rabbit hole with Alice, a girl with a lot of questions. It’s a musical reimagining of the classic tale like you’ve never seen before!
May 16 - Jun 1, 2025
Cameco Capitol Arts Centre
Yakima, WA · Capitol Theatre
3. Waitress
Waitress tells the story of Jenna, an expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage by entering a pie competition. But when she meets her new doctor, her plans get more complicated, and sugar, butter, and flour simply won’t solve this conundrum. Featuring music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, Waitress is the hit musical that’s “a little slice of heaven” (Entertainment Weekly).
13 - 29 Jun, 2025
Cameco Capitol Arts Centre
Yakima, WA · Capitol Theatre
4. The Newfoundland Songbook
You may not be a Newfoundlander when you take your seat, but you’ll feel like one when you leave!
3 - 13 Jul, 2025
Cameco Capitol Arts Centre
Yakima, WA · Capitol Theatre
5. Steel Magnolias
Women are as delicate as magnolias but as tough as steel. This classic play tells the story of Truvy’s in-home beauty parlor and the women who frequent it. As the women confront their own unique challenges, they rely on their friendship to get them through some of the hardships of life: health, family, religion, and relationships.
Jul 18 - Aug 3, 2025
Cameco Capitol Arts Centre
Yakima, WA · Capitol Theatre
6. Rez Gas
After moving away from his home reservation to pursue a music career, Destin stumbles back into town with unexpected car trouble and lands at the Wide Wigwam, the diner at the centre of the community. There he finds many of those who he left behind and who want to remind him of his history and his place in the community. Described as Corner Gas meets Come From Away, Rez Gas is a beautiful expression of Indigenous joy with a hip-hop-infused, unforgettable score.
Aug 22 - Sep 7, 2025
Cameco Capitol Arts Centre
Yakima, WA · Capitol Theatre
7. Billboard in Concert: 1986
Our signature remix of your favourite tunes returns in 2025 with a twist. Created by local and regional artists, these unique concerts celebrate the top billboard hits of a given year.
27 - 28 Sep, 2025
Cameco Capitol Arts Centre
Yakima, WA · Capitol Theatre
8. How We Got to Jersey - A Tale of Two Frankies
How We Got To Jersey: A Tale Of Two Frankies is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear not one, but two Frankie Vallis in a show-stopping concert revue that takes you behind the scenes of the blockbuster Broadway smash hit, Jersey Boys. Starring Adrian Marchuk and Jeff Madden, find out how two small-town Canadian kids grew up to both play a bonafide Rock-and-Roll Hall of Fame superstar on stages around the world, to an audience of millions.
24 - 26 Oct, 2025
Cameco Capitol Arts Centre
Yakima, WA · Capitol Theatre
9. Hansel & Gretel - The Sticky & Sweet Panto
Hansel and Gretel are siblings who are abandoned in a forest, and due to some rather unfortunate navigation, they fall into the hands of a nasty witch who lives in a gingerbread house. With songs you know and love, hilarious characters, and the silliest of stories, this sugar-laden panto will have you rolling in the aisles!
Nov 21 - Dec 28, 2025
Cameco Capitol Arts Centre
Yakima, WA · Capitol Theatre
Conclusion
As the curtains rise and fall on the 2025 season at the Capitol Theatre, it's clear that the Cameco Capitol Arts Centre has outdone itself with an eclectic mix of performances. Each event, from the heartfelt narratives of 'Waitress' and 'Steel Magnolias' to the vibrant cultural celebration in 'The Newfoundland Songbook,' offers audiences a chance to experience the transformative power of theater. Whether you're a seasoned patron or new to the world of performing arts, this year's lineup promises to leave a lasting impression and foster a deep appreciation for live theater.
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