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Unveiling a Musical Extravaganza: North Shore Music Theatre's 2025 Lineup

Get ready for a sensational season at the North Shore Music Theatre in 2025! The theater is set to host an array of captivating musicals that promise to entertain audiences of all ages. From the spooky shenanigans of 'Beetlejuice Jr.' and the swashbuckling adventures in 'How I Became A Pirate' to the heartfelt tales of 'Waitress' and the classic charm of 'The Wizard of Oz,' there's something for everyone. We'll also dive into the vibrant underwater world of 'Finding Nemo Jr.', relive the rock 'n' roll era with 'Grease', and explore profound themes of love with 'Rent'.

Apr 10, 2025
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1. How I Became A Pirate
In HOW I BECAME A PIRATE YOUNGER@PART, audiences will sail off on a fantastic musical excursion as a band of comical pirates lands at North Beach looking for an expert digger to join their crew. Braid Beard and his mates enlist young Jeremy Jacob as they look for the perfect spot to bury their treasure! Jeremy learns that adventuring can be lots of fun, but love and home are treasures you can’t find on any map. Your elementary school-age cast will love flaunting their pirate swagger in this delightful and swashbuckling musical adventure!
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12 - 13 Apr, 2025
North Shore Music Theatre

Beverly, MA · North Shore Music Theatre

2. Beetlejuice Jr.
The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in BEETLEJUICE JR, the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.
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12 - 13 Apr, 2025
North Shore Music Theatre

Beverly, MA · North Shore Music Theatre

3. Waitress
If life were only as simple as pie… Composed by Grammy® Award-winning singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles (“Love Song,” “Brave”), WAITRESS is a heartfelt musical adaptation of the beloved film by Adrienne Shelly. The musical follows Jenna, a talented pie-maker trapped in an abusive marriage, grappling with an unexpected pregnancy while working at a small-town diner. Dreaming of a fresh start and her own pie shop, Jenna fears she may have to bake her aspirations away. Filled with friendship and the thrill of a new romance, Bareilles’ score features modern classics like “She Used To Be Mine,” “What Baking Can Do,” and “Opening Up.” WAITRESS is a smash hit musical, baked from the heart, that celebrates resilience and the pursuit of happiness.
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3 - 15 Jun, 2025
North Shore Music Theatre

Beverly, MA · North Shore Music Theatre

4. The Wizard of Oz
Travel down the Yellow Brick Road with Kansas girl Dorothy and her loyal dog Toto as they embark on a magical adventure to meet the Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Joined by new friends, the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion, this lavish production of THE WIZARD OF OZ promises to enchant audiences with dazzling choreography and spectacular special effects. Enjoy classic songs from the beloved 1939 MGM film and Broadway show, including “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” “We’re Off to See the Wizard,” “Follow the Yellow Brick Road,” and more! This musical adaptation of THE WIZARD OF OZ is a captivating experience for the entire family. Join Dorothy and friends as they discover the true meaning of friendship and find their way back home!
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8 - 20 Jul, 2025
North Shore Music Theatre

Beverly, MA · North Shore Music Theatre

5. Finding Nemo Jr.
Disney's FINDING NEMO JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo JR. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure.
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24 - 25 Jul, 2025
North Shore Music Theatre

Beverly, MA · North Shore Music Theatre

6. Grease
GREASE is the word! Dust off your leather jackets, pull out your poodle skirts, and step back in time to the 1950s to hand-jive the night away with GREASE! In this all-new production, relive the timeless story of bad boy Danny and new girl Sandy as they fall in love in the original high school musical. Navigating love and friendship amidst the backdrop of Rydell High, this musical adaptation features the irresistible songs,“You’re The One That I Want,” “Hopelessly Devoted To You,” “There Are Worse Things I Could Do,” and many more from the hit movie and Broadway musical! GREASE is the high-energy, electrifyin' show that will make you want to get up and shout, "A-wop-bop-a-loo-bop A-wop-bam-boom!"
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12 - 24 Aug, 2025
North Shore Music Theatre

Beverly, MA · North Shore Music Theatre

7. Rent
How do you measure your life in love? Set in New York City’s East Village from 1989 to 1990, RENT is the Pulitzer Prize and Tony® Award-winning musical that became a defining pop culture phenomenon. Through love and acceptance, Jonathan Larson’s rock musical follows a diverse group of struggling artists navigating life during the AIDS crisis, as they strive to find themselves and the art they wish to create. With its powerful themes of strength and connection, RENT is the four-time Tony® Award-winning show featuring iconic songs like “Seasons of Love,” “La Vie Bohème,” “Take Me or Leave Me,” and many more. Experience the revolutionary musical of love, loss, and hope that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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16 - 28 Sep, 2025
North Shore Music Theatre

Beverly, MA · North Shore Music Theatre

Conclusion
The 2025 season at North Shore Music Theatre promises an exhilarating journey through music, stories, and performances that capture the essence of human experience. From the humor and whimsy of 'Beetlejuice Jr.' and 'How I Became A Pirate' to the emotional depth of 'Rent' and 'Waitress', each show offers a unique lens through which to view the universal themes of love, loss, and adventure. Whether you're a fan of timeless classics or modern narratives, this season has something for everyone, inviting audiences to laugh, cry, and reflect together.
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