Miss Saigon
Jan. 21-26, 2020
Experience the acclaimed new production of
the legendary musical MISS SAIGON, from
the creators of LES MISÉRABLES. This is the
epic story of a young Vietnamese woman
named Kim. In a bar run by a notorious
character called The Engineer, Kim meets
an American G.I. just before the fall of
Saigon. That encounter will change their
lives forever. Featuring a stunning spectacle,
a sensational cast of 42 and a soaring score
including Broadway hits like “Last Night of
the World,” “The Movie in My Mind” and
“American Dream,” this is a theatrical event
you will never forget.
Roald Dahl’s
Charlie and the
Chocolate Factory
Feb. 11-16, 2020
Roald Dahl’s amazing tale is now New
Orleans’ golden ticket! It’s the perfect recipe
for a delectable treat: songs from the original
Candy Man,” and “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,”
alongside a toe-tapping and ear-tickling new
Willy Wonka is opening his marvelous and
mysterious chocolate factory…to a lucky
few. That includes Charlie Bucket, whose
2020 SEASON
bland life is about to burst with color and
confection beyond his wildest dreams. He
and four other golden ticket winners will
embark on a mesmerizing joyride through
a world of pure imagination. Now’s your
chance to experience the wonders of Wonka
like never before – get ready for Oompa-
Loompas, incredible inventions, the great
glass elevator and more.
Mean Girls
March 17-22, 2020
Direct from Broadway, MEAN GIRLS is the
hilarious hit musical from an award-winning
creative team, including book writer Tina
Fey, composer Jeff Richmond, lyricist Nell
Benjamin and director Casey Nicholaw
who most recently directed THE BOOK
OF MORMON here. Cady Heron may
have grown up on an African savanna, but
nothing prepared her for the vicious ways
of her strange new home: suburban Illinois.
Soon, this naïve newbie falls prey to a trio
of lionized frenemies led by the charming
but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady
devises a plan to end Regina’s reign, she
learns the hard way that you can’t cross a
Queen Bee without getting stung.
Anastasia
April 14-19, 2020
From the Tony Award-winning creators of the
Broadway classic RAGTIME and inspired
new Broadway musical that’s “one of the
most gorgeous shows in years!” according
to the New York Observer. This dazzling
show transports you from the twilight of the
the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out
silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing
con-man and a lovable ex-aristocrat.
Together, they embark on an epic adventure
Fiddler on the Roof
May 12-17, 2020
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is the
heartwarming story of fathers and
daughters, husbands and wives, and life,
love and laughter during the time of the
Russians czars. This classic musical is rich
with Broadway hits, including “To Life
(L’Chaim!),” “If I Were A Rich Man,” “Sunrise
Sunset,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker,”
and “Tradition.” The original Broadway
production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF,
in history to surpass 3,000 performances.
The show won the 1965 Tony Award for
Best Musical in addition to eight other Tony
Awards that year. This acclaimed revival
proudly introduces a new generation to the
iconic musical adored across the globe.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
“HAMILTON” TO RETURN IN 2020-2021 SEASON
Those who missed the multi-award-winning musical, HAMILTON, in March 2019 will have another chance to see it when the touring show – by
popular demand – returns to the Saenger Theatre for the 2020-2021 Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans season.
No exact date for the production’s return had been set by press time. Announcements for performance dates will be made in the local media and
on the Saenger and Broadway
HAMILTON completed a three-week debut engagement at the Saenger in March and all 21 performances were sellouts.
Additional ticket limits and other restrictions may apply. To learn more about Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans season subscriptions,
visit www.BroadwayinNewOrleans.com.
Show times vary. For all show information and tickets contact a customer representative at
(800) 218-7469 (M-F, 9 am-5 pm) or visit https://neworleans.broadway.com/season/
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