Disney's Frozen, Wicked, Ain't Too Proud among 2023-24 Kimmel Broadway Subscription shows
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The upcoming season of the Broadway Series is highlighted by a seven-show core subscription series, featuring award-winning productions.
The package features legendary titles and is shaping up to be one of Philadelphia's strongest slate of shows.
"Wicked"- Academy of Music
November 1-26
"Wicked" explores the Wizard of Oz story through the lens of the two witches.
"Company"- Forrest Theatre
November 28-December 10
"Company" revives the late Stephen Sondheim's original story about a bachelor in New York City.
"Ain't Too Proud" - Academy of Music
January 3-21, 2024
Ain't Too Proud brings Motown to Philadelphia.
The show tells the story of the Temptations and features legendary hits like 'My Girl,' 'Papa was a Rolling Stone' and 'Just my Imagination'.
It serves as an introduction for a new generation as it tours the country.
"Mrs. Doubtfire" - Academy of Music
February 6-18, 2024
Mrs. Doubtfire gets new life on the stage headlined by Philadelphia-based actor Rob McClure.
Robin Williams' renowned performance created the character of Mrs. Doubtfire for the 1993 film. For Broadway, the goal is to avoid imitation while honoring the message of the story.
McClure's real-life wife, Maggie, plays the role of Miranda on the tour.
"Girl from the North Country" - Forrest Theatre
February 27-March 10, 2024
The music of Bob Dylan weaves together the narrative of 'Girl from the North Country.'
Parts of more than 20 Dylan songs set the mood.
The show is set during the depression; as characters come and go, the music is a shining light during the dark time in American history.
"Disney's Frozen" - Academy of Music
March 21-April 7, 2024
'For the first time in forever Disney's mega-hit 'Frozen' will be in Philadelphia.
The story explores the relationship between sisters Elsa and Anna. But Elsa's hidden powers threaten to pull them apart.
Each show features the iconic music and the extravagant stage production that Disney shows are known for.
"Funny Girl"- Academy of Music
July 16-28, 2024
The Broadway revival of 'Funny Girl' will make its debut in Philadelphia at the Academy of Music.
The updated Broadway production features the same classic show tunes like 'I'm the Greatest Star,' 'Don't Rain on my Parade' and 'People'.
The show is set in the '60s and the costumes characterize the time period while the choreography animates the setting.
