The much-anticipated Utah premiere of a recent Broadway favorite! Nominated for 12 Tony Awards, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 is an electropop opera based on a scandalous slice of Tolstoy’s War and Peace. Young and impulsive, Natasha Rostova arrives in Moscow to await the return of her fiancé from the front lines. When she falls under the spell of the roguish Anatole, it is up to Pierre, a family friend in the middle of an existential crisis, to pick up the pieces of her shattered reputation. 

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Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812

Simmons Pioneer Memorial Theatre

Pioneer Theatre Company is thrilled to announce its captivating lineup for the 2024-2025 season, marking its 63rd year of exceptional theatre. This season promises an array of jukebox juggernauts, Utah premieres, and contemporary works that are set to enchant and engage audiences like never before. The season kicks off on March 27, 2024, with an invitation to theatre enthusiasts to explore flexible season subscription options for a journey through groundbreaking narratives and mesmerizing performances.

The season opens with the electrifying "Jersey Boys: The Story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons," running from September 13-28, 2024, at the Simmons Pioneer Memorial Theatre. This landmark musical, a winner of four Tony Awards including Best Musical, charts the rise of one of the best-selling pop groups in history, featuring hits like "Big Girls Don’t Cry" and "December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night)."

Following this, the Utah premiere of "Prayer for the French Republic" by Joshua Harmon takes the stage from October 25-November 9, 2024. This poignant play, fresh off its hit Broadway run, explores themes of family, identity, and the threat of political extremism in France, promising a timely and heart-wrenching experience.

The holiday season will see "Souvenir" by Stephen Temperley from December 6-21, 2024, at the Meldrum Theatre. This intimate comedy tells the true story of Florence Foster Jenkins, a wealthy socialite with a passion for opera and a notably tone-deaf voice, offering a heartwarming tale of ambition and friendship.

"Dial M for Murder," a Utah premiere adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher, brings classic suspense to the stage from January 10-25, 2025. This fresh take on Frederick Knott’s thriller invites audiences into a world of betrayal and deception.

"Beautiful: The Carole King Musical," running from February 14-March 1, 2025, celebrates the life and music of the iconic Carole King, featuring her most beloved songs and a story of determination and triumph.

"A Case for the Existence of God," another Utah premiere by Samuel D. Hunter, will be performed from March 28-April 12, 2025, at the Meldrum Theatre. This profound work explores the unexpected connections between two men navigating the complexities of life and existence.

The season concludes with "Waitress," based on the 2007 Sundance film, from May 2-17, 2025. This delectable Broadway hit tells the story of Jenna, a pie chef dreaming of a way out of her loveless marriage, with music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles.

Season tickets for this extraordinary lineup are available starting March 27, 2024, with a variety of subscription options designed to cater to every theatre lover's needs. For more information on subscriptions and the full season schedule, visit PioneerTheatre.org or contact the box office at 801-581-6961. Don't miss your chance to be part of a season filled with stories of aspiration, music, mystery, and the enduring power of the human spirit at the Pioneer Theatre Company.

Jersey Boys

Pioneer Theatre Company

In 2016, a curious American student named Molly seeks to connect with her family in France. When her cousin becomes the victim of an anti-Semitic attack, Molly’s uncle Charles—who immigrated from Algeria—decides to move to Israel. This earns the dismay of Molly’s anti-Zionist uncle Patrick, all set against the growing threat political of extremism in France. Timely and poignant, Prayer for the French Republic had several extended sold-out runs both Off and on Broadway. Deadline calls the production “blistering, funny, and heartbreaking,” and The Wall Street Journal said it was “easily the finest play of the Broadway season.” Don’t miss your chance to see one of the hottest plays in the nation—in one of its first productions outside of New York.

Prayer for the French Republic

Stranger-than-fiction, Souvenir is the true account of Florence Foster Jenkins, a wealthy socialite with an insatiable passion for opera, despite possessing a hilariously tone-deaf voice. Set against the backdrop of New York City in the early 20th century, this heartwarming and humorous play follows Jenkins’ ambitious pursuit of her dreams, supported by her loyal pianist, Cosmé McMoon. Souvenir is a must-see theatrical gem that will leave you laughing, crying, and cheering for Jenkins’ indomitable spirit. This holiday season, experience the magic of this extraordinary true story that proves that sometimes, the most beautiful music comes from the heart.

Souvenir

Einar Nielsen Fieldhouse

Step into a heart-pounding world of betrayal and deception with a new adaptation of the celebrated murder mystery that inspired Hitchcock’s masterpiece! This modern retelling of Frederick Knott’s classic thriller plunges audiences into a web of intrigue as ex-tennis pro Tony Wendice concocts a chilling plot to murder his unfaithful wife. With its gripping plot and sharp dialogue, this adaptation offers a fresh perspective on the timeless tale of murder and manipulation. Experience the intrigue of Dial M for Murder in a captivating new light.

Dial M for Murder

Before she became the iconic chart-topping music sensation known as Carole King, she was Carole Klein, a girl from Brooklyn with unwavering determination and astounding talent. This Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical follows King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from her early days as a teenage songwriter to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in music history—and many of her personal triumphs and struggles in between. A tribute to the indomitable spirit of one of America’s greatest musical artists told through her incredible music, including “You’ve Got a Friend,” “Natural Woman,” and “I Feel the Earth Move,” and other hits of the era by Barry Mann, Cynthia Weil, The Righteous Brothers, Neil Sedaka, and more!

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical

In the confined space of an office cubicle, Keith, a mortgage broker, and Ryan, a yogurt plant worker with aspirations tied to ancestral land, discover an unexpected shared thread weaving through their lives. Amidst discussions of loans and financial uncertainties, their conversation delves deeper, touching upon the challenges of parenthood and the angst of insecurity. Through a blend of humor, empathy, and raw honesty, Hunter skillfully intertwines Keith and Ryan’s stories, bridging the gap between their individual life experiences and shedding light on the complexities of human existence.

A Case for the Existence of God

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Pioneer Theatre Company

10 - 25 May, 2024

Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812

13 - 28 Sep, 2024

Jersey Boys

Oct 25 - Nov 9, 2024

Prayer for the French Republic

6 - 21 Dec, 2024

Souvenir

10 - 25 Jan, 2025

Dial M for Murder

Pioneer Theatre Company

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