Delray Beach Playhouse

HAIRSPRAY
2026-12-13 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-12 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-12-12 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-11 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-12-06 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-05 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-12-05 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-12-04 19:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) and 8 more dates | Delray Beach Playhouse, 950 NW 9TH ST, DELRAY BEACH, FL, 33444, United States
Main Stage Play Series | Subscriptions Available Now!

Book by Mark O’Donnell & Thomas Meehan, Music by Marc Shaiman, Lyrics by Scott Whittman & Marc Shaiman, Based on the New Line Cinema film written and directed by John Waters.
The 1950s are out, and change is in the air! HAIRSPRAY, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her ‘do!

“Hairspray is a gas!” – New York Daily News
“Every moment of this music snaps, crackles and pops.” – Boston Herald

History: Hairspray is based on the 1988 film of the same name, directed by John Waters. Waters based the main storyline and “The Corny Collins Show” on the real-life “The Buddy Deane Show” and racial events surrounding it. Theatre producer, Margo Lion, saw a television broadcast of the film in 1998 and started to conceive it as a stage musical. She reached out to Marc Shaiman, and they based their material on both the 1960s dance music and the rhythm and blues in the African-American community at the time. Shaiman and Wittman used many already-established songs from the 60s as a basis for their own songs, like “River Deep, Mountain High” for “You Can’t Stop the Beat” and “Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher” for “Without Love.” Initially, Rob Marshall was brought in to direct, but scheduling conflicts with the movie, Chicago, proved to be too much. In writing the book, Mark O’Donnell and Thomas Meehan made copious changes from the original screenplay. They chose to create obstacles for Tracy, simplified the plot, and fleshed out characters like Link, Seaweed and Velma. They routinely collaborated with Waters about plot points and choice of language.
Accolades: Nominated 12 times, won 8 Tony Awards including for best musical, book, score and direction. Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. Winner of 10 Drama Desk Awards, including Outstanding Musical. Laurence Olivier Awards: Won 4 awards, including Best New Musical

Hot Brass – A Tribute to Earth, Wind & Fire and Chicago
2026-12-10 19:30 - 21:30
Starting at $59 per ticket

Experience the ultimate fusion of Rock and Funk with Hot Brass – A Tribute Show celebrating the timeless hits of Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire. Led by the incredible female saxophonist, Debbie Pierce, this show features FOUR dynamic lead vocalists, a SIZZILIN’ Horn Section and a ROCK SOLID rhythm section! Join us on an electrifying journey through the iconic melodies that defined an era. Get ready for an unforgettable night of music that transcends boundaries and pays homage to the legendary sounds of two groundbreaking bands.
Groove to funky songs like “September” and “Boogie Wonderland”, Rock out to “25 or 6 to 4” and “Make Me Smile” and take a trip down memory lane with “Colour My World” and “You’re my Inspiration”. The band is comprised of some of the best musicians around- members have toured and recorded with some of the biggest names in the Music business including JLo, Gloria Estefan, Phil Collins, Jon Secada, and George Benson. Hot Brass consistently delivers not just great music, but fantastic showmanship and thrilling entertainment too!

Chanukah Connections - Feelin' Groovy Series
2026-12-09 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-12-08 14:00 - 16:00
Subscriptions Available Now For As Low As $99! | Single Tickets not yet on sale.

Celebrate Chanukah with the PinkSlip Duo with live music, slides and stories related to Chanukah, including traditional Chanukah songs, funny Chanukah songs, and popular hits with meaningful connections to Chanukah. Lyrics are included for singing along!

HER NAME IS BARBRA: A TRIBUTE SHOW STARRING JOY ALTMAN
2026-12-02 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-12-01 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-11-30 12:00 - 15:00
STARTING AT $59 PER TICKET, LUNCH BOX MATINEE (LUNCH AT 12PM | SHOW AT 1PM)

HER NAME IS BARBRA takes audiences on a wonderful musical journey through Barbra Streisand’s film and stage career, while also showcasing the Broadway and concert hit favorites that audiences always look forward to. Along with convincing, high-energy portrayals of the characters and comedy of Barbra, Joy Altman also provides top-notch emotional delivery of the notes and lyrics, truly invoking the impeccable vocal control and unique style of Barbra Streisand, leaving audiences excited, moved and mesmerized! HER NAME IS BARBRA: A TRIBUTE SHOW STARRING JOY ALTMAN is a Barbra Streisand Tribute Show experience not to be missed!

The Edwards Twins - Holiday Show
2026-11-24 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-11-23 15:00 - 17:00
Starting at $79 per ticket

THE EDWARDS TWINS PRESENT THE ULTIMATE HOLIDAY VARIETY SHOW!
Remember all the wonderful Holiday Variety shows we all grew up on in The 70’s & 80’s? Now is your chance to see them live and re-created by Las Vegas’ number one impersonators of all time. All your favorite legendary Superstars come alive in Christmas with The Stars. The NBC Today show says “it’s one of the most extraordinary show we have ever seen.” Sonny & Cher, Neil Diamond, Johnny Mathis, Rod Stewart, Bette Midler, Barbra Streisand, Dolly Parton, Andrea Bocelli, Tom Jones, and many many more all in one show. All live vocal. USA TODAY and THE BOSTON GLOBE raves “A Must see show” Each Star sings their #1 hits as well as a few of your favorite Holidays Songs.
“Extraordinary”-The NBC Today Show
“I AM THEIR BIGGEST FAN” – CELINE DION

Comedian Joe DeVito
2026-11-07 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-11-06 20:00 - 22:00
Starting at $45 per ticket

JOE DeVITO’s dead-on timing and unexpected twists make him a favorite at comedy clubs in New York City and venues across the USA. His comedy journey has taken him from small theaters to medium-sized theatres, and through hundreds of corporate and private events. If there’s an audience and a variety of green room snacks, Joe DeVito’s been there and made them laugh. Joe’s a regular panelist on FOX’s top-rated Gutfeld! show, where he’s a contributing writer. He’s also appeared on The Late Late Show, Comics Unleashed, Comedy Central, AXS-tv’s Gotham Comedy Live, and was a semifinalist on season 5 of Last Comic Standing!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzHo_h4sWH4&t=222s

“Joe DeVito from New York, ruled the room… 9.5 out of 10.” — Montreal Gazette

The Spaghetti and Matzo Ball Show
2026-11-07 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-11-06 12:00 - 15:00
STARTING AT $59 PER TICKET, LUNCH BOX MATINEE (LUNCH AT 12PM | SHOW AT 1PM)

“The Kosher-Nostra of Comedy and Music” present THE SPAGHETTI AND MAZTO BALL SHOW starring Peter Fogel and Lou Villano!
Two boys from Brooklyn (One Jewish, One Italian) whose paths crossed 50 years ago on the F train in Bensonhurst. They lost touch until decades later when they reconnected as a team,(Dreams do come true) performing as “The Spaghetti & Matzo Ball Show !” With their Musical and Comedy Talents, Lou and Peter recreate the Vegas Style entertainment of past performers like Martin andLewis. 90 + minutes of Song and Comedy. You’ll laugh, You’ll Cry–You’ll have FREE Parking!

TELL ME A STORY
2026-11-04 12:00 - 14:00
STARTING AT $59 PER TICKET, Lunch Box Matinee (Lunch at 12pm | Show at 1pm)

Tell Me A Story is another community-driven performance program brought to you by the Playhouse Board of Governors. Created and developed by the same creative team who brought you the Playhouse Playwrights’ Project Festival of New Plays, we present this series as a lunch-box matinee.
Join us for an afternoon of entertaining stories written by creative local authors and performed by our talented Playhouse Actors. The stories might be dramatic, thought provoking, adventurous, inspiring, funny, touching, heart warming, or romantic. Each Story is enhanced with photos and music and is designed to be a stimulating and entertaining experience that will have you telling friends about a story you heard at the Playhouse. What’s your Story? We hope to inspire and encourage you to share your own story for the next addition of “Tell Me a Story” .

A Tribute to the Little River Band by REMINISCING
2026-10-31 19:30 - 21:30
STARTING AT $59 PER TICKET

Step back into the golden era of classic rock with Reminiscing Tributes, celebrating the timeless music and signature harmonies of Little River Band. Featuring rich vocals and unforgettable hits including “Reminiscing,” “Lady,” and “Cool Change,” the band recreates the smooth, melodic sound fans know and love.

Sing along to Little River Band favorites including “Happy Anniversary,” “Help Is On Its Way,” “Cool Change,” “Lady,” “Reminiscing,” “It’s A Long Way There,” “Take It Easy On Me,” “Lonesome Loser,” “Man On Your Mind,” “The Night Owls,” “The Other Guy,” “First Time,” and “Down On The Border” in a hit-filled celebration of one of Australia’s most beloved bands.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gc4OOfPV594
