Connecticut Ballet's annual holiday production featuring guest stars from New York City Ballet & American Ballet Theatre with live accompaniment by Hartford Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Carolyn Kuan in the orchestra pit. Four spectacular shows followed by a meet-and-greet opportunity in the theater lobby.

Connecticut Ballet's The Nutcracker

Maxwell M. & Ruth R. Belding Theater

An intoxicating blend of tragedy and hope, the spark of young love is ignited in Romeo and Juliet. But as quickly as this romance begins, it spirals out of control amidst the chaos of rivalry, familial duty, death, and impossible choices. Artistic Director Melia Bensussen brings this Shakespeare classic to life, in a romantic production rife with desire (and sword fighting!).

Romeo & Juliet

Hartford Stage

Also featured on the program is Hadyn’s Symphony No. 44- a true testament to the composer’s innovative spirit and emotional range.

Mozart’s Requiem

Belding Theater

SIX won 23 awards in the 2021/2022 Broadway season, including the Tony Award® for Best Original Score (Music and Lyrics) and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical. 

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William H. Mortensen Hall

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The adventure begins when PETER PAN and his mischievous sidekick, Tinker Bell, visit the bedroom of the Darling children late one night. With a sprinkle of fairy dust and a few happy thoughts, the children are taken on a magical journey they will never forget. This extraordinary musical full of excitement and adventure features iconic and timeless songs including “I’m Flying,” “I Gotta Crow,” “I Won’t Grow Up” and “Neverland.” PETER PAN embraces the child in us all so go on a journey from the second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning – your entire family will be Hooked!

Peter Pan

Experience the magic of "The Wiz" at The Bushnell's William H. Mortensen Hall from March 11-16, 2025. This eye-popping and high-intensity revival, praised by the Chicago Sun Times, marks the return of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical to stages across America in an all-new Broadway tour—the first in 40 years. "The Wiz" offers a groundbreaking twist on "The Wizard of Oz," featuring an iconic score filled with soul, gospel, rock, and '70s funk, alongside a stirring tale of Dorothy's quest to find her place in a contemporary world.

Directed by Schele Williams ("The Notebook," revival of Disney’s "Aida") and choreographed by JaQuel Knight (Beyoncé’s "Single Ladies," "Black Is King"), with additional material by Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated writer and TV host Amber Ruffin ("The Amber Ruffin Show," "Late Night with Seth Meyers"), this production infuses ballet, jazz, and modern pop into a vibrant journey down the yellow brick road. The cast features Kyle Ramar Freeman as Lion, Nichelle Lewis as Dorothy, Phillip Johnson Richardson as Tinman, and Avery Wilson as Scarecrow.

The show runs for 2 hours and 20 minutes, including an intermission, and promises an unforgettable experience with its dynamic use of haze, smoke, and flashing lights to enhance the atmosphere. Special accessibility performances include an American Sign Language interpreted show on Sunday, March 16 at 6:30pm, and an audio-described performance on Saturday, March 15 at 2:00pm.

Don't miss your chance to be part of this historic Broadway tour. Stay tuned for the announcement of the single ticket on-sale date and join us for a spectacular season of Broadway in Hartford.

The Wiz

The Bushnell

Experience the dazzling, award-winning musical sensation, "Some Like It Hot," coming to The Bushnell's William H. Mortensen Hall from April 9 to May 4, 2025. This Broadway masterpiece, celebrated with 4 Tony Awards including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, and the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, promises a super-sized, all-out song-and-dance spectacular that The New York Times has raved about.

Set against the backdrop of Prohibition-era Chicago, "Some Like It Hot" tells the thrilling story of two musicians on the run after witnessing a mob hit. Their escape leads them on a cross-country train adventure filled with heart, humor, and unforgettable musical numbers. This show has not only won more theater awards than any other this season but has also been hailed as the Best Musical by the Drama Desk, The Drama League, and the Outer Critics Circle.

The performance, lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes with an intermission, offers an unparalleled blend of song, dance, and storytelling. The Bushnell Broadway Series, sponsored by Travelers and Webster Bank, is proud to include this hit in its 2024-2025 Broadway Series Subscription Package.

For those seeking an inclusive theater experience, the Sunday, May 4 at 6:30 pm performance will feature American Sign Language interpretation and audio description, ensuring accessibility for all attendees.

Don't miss your chance to witness this tap-dancing, razzle-dazzling embrace of everything you love about musical theater. Stay tuned for the single ticket on-sale date and prepare to be swept away by the magic of "Some Like It Hot."

Some Like It Hot

**Back to the Future: The Musical at The Bushnell**

Dive into a nostalgic journey with "Back to the Future: The Musical," set to captivate audiences at The Bushnell from June 4-8, 2025. This Broadway sensation brings the iconic film to life on stage at the William H. Mortensen Hall, promising an unforgettable adventure through time.

**Event Details:**
- **Dates:** June 4-8, 2025
- **Run Time:** 2 hours 40 minutes, including intermission
- **Venue:** William H. Mortensen Hall, The Bushnell
- **Age Recommendation:** Suitable for ages 6 and up. All attendees must have a ticket.

**About the Show:**
"Back to the Future: The Musical" has garnered critical acclaim, winning the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical. Adapted by the film’s original creators, Bob Gale and Robert Zemeckis, and directed by Tony Award-winner John Rando, the musical features original music by Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard, alongside beloved hits from the movie such as "The Power of Love" and "Johnny B. Goode."

The story follows Marty McFly as he's transported back to 1955 in a time-traveling DeLorean built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown. Marty's accidental interference with his parents' courtship threatens his very existence and sets him on a thrilling quest to fix the present, escape the past, and return to the future.

**Special Performances:**
The performance on Sunday, June 8, at 6:30 pm will be American Sign Language interpreted and audio described, ensuring accessibility for all fans of this timeless tale.

**Ticket Information:**
Details on Broadway subscription packages and single ticket sales will be announced, offering fans various ways to experience this musical phenomenon.

Don't miss your chance to witness "Back to the Future: The Musical" as it makes musical theatre history at The Bushnell in 2025. Prepare for an electrifying experience that promises to bring the magic of one of the most beloved movies of all time to the stage.

Back to the Future: The Musical

Italian Conductor and violinist Damiano Tognetti began musical studies at the age of seven with Maestro A.Fornai and graduated in 2001 from the “Boccherini” Musical Institute in Lucca under the guidance of Maestro A.Bologni. He was first violin and soloist of the institute’s orchestra. Having perfected his skills at the Fiesole Music School, he was the winner of several national competitions. Already a member of the Cherubini Orchestra of Piacenza directed by Riccardo Multi, he collaborates with various orchestras including Orchestra del Teatro Massimo di Palermo, Orchestra da Camera Fiorentina, Orchestra Regionale of the Emilia Romagna Tuscan Foundation, Orchestra of Padua and Veneto, Venetian Regional Orchestra.

A Journey In Dreams Of Times & Places

The Bushnell Performing Arts Center

New Britain Museum of American Art

Carnegie Hall

ORGAN MUSIC at CYRIL

Ss Cyril & Methodius Parish

Anthony Davis: Amistad

Hindustani – The Sounds Of North India

It’s time to go hunting for Horcruxes once more: part one of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ in Concert” is nearly here! The Hartford Symphony Orchestra performs Alexandre Desplat’s epic score as the franchise’s seventh film is projected onto a giant screen. Join all your favorite characters—and not-so-favorite ones!—as they encounter familiar dangers, new threats and powerful friendships in this once-in-a-lifetime event.

Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows™ Part 1 in Concert

An HSO favorite, Sirena Huang, returns to the Belding Stage to perform the famous Sibelius violin concerto. We’re thrilled to have her back for our Valentine’s weekend concerts. It makes sense to play something romantic, of course, so Don Juan comes to mind.  There’s no need to take a trip to experience something exotic; come to the Hartford Symphony and let the music take you away.

Sirena Plays Sibelius

Diane has a landscaping business, thousands of years of experience under her work belt, and a mythical knack for turning worlds upside down. The cosmic clock is ticking and at the eleventh hour, Diane discovers the fate of humanity is buried in a New Jersey suburb and that – oh, gods! – only the housewives can save us. Hurricane Diane is a provocative comedy about letting things get a little wild in the name of the greater good.

Hurricane Diane

It’s time to go hunting for Horcruxes once more: part one of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ in Concert” is nearly here! The Madison Symphony Orchestra performs Alexandre Desplat’s epic score as the franchise’s seventh film is projected onto a giant screen. Join all your favorite characters—and not-so-favorite ones!—as they encounter familiar dangers, new threats and powerful friendships in this once-in-a-lifetime event.

Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows Part 1 in Concert

Under the direction of music director Carolyn Kuan, the HSO performs Beethoven’s third symphony (the “Eroica”) and there’s nothing quite like it. In fact, the fourth movement is one of the pieces that drew Maestro Kuan to conducting—the ending chorale is so simply gorgeous… “It feels like a glimpse of heaven, or of hope… all that is good in the world. Sharing this music is what makes being a conductor so special.”

Eroica & Four Seasons

In 2021, the Metropolitan Opera, for the very first time in its history, featured a black composer—Terence Blanchard. His Fire Shut Up in My Bones was a huge and overdue success, and we’re thrilled to be partnering with his team to bring this special performance to Hartford.

Fire Shut Up In My Bones

Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles… Experience one of the most beloved films of all time as never before… with the power of a full symphony orchestra performing the entire musical score live-to-picture!

The Princess Bride in Concert

Ay, dios mío! It’s the eve of Art Basel in Miami and gallery director Mari is freaking out. The art has vanished, the phones are ringing off the hook, and her assistant Caro is acting suspicious. When things are looking truly terrible, her once-famous, often-absent mother Estella arrives in town… baggage in tow. Stylish and hilarious, Laughs in Spanish is a vibrant collage of chaos, cultura, and connection.

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