The season on stage · November

Broadway & theater in Jackson.

Touring Broadway, musicals, and plays—at Jackson’s stages and the regional houses within a worthwhile drive, laid out for the season ahead.

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SatDec 05
The Nutcracker Presented by New Orleans Ballet Theatre (Saturday) Strong match
Live MusicConcerts & Performances

The Nutcracker Presented by New Orleans Ballet Theatre (Saturday)

Sat, Dec 05 ·

Immersive Media Performing Arts Center · Gulfport, MS

About 148 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

THE NUTCRACKER PRESENTED BY NEW ORLEANS BALLET THEATRE (SATURDAY) TICKETS The Nutcracker Presented by New Orleans Ballet Theatre LIVE at the iMPAC Gulfport on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Doors 1:30 PM, Show 2:00 PM | Immersive Performing Arts Center Gulfport All Ages | Card only.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 06
SunDec 06
The Nutcracker Presented by New Orleans Ballet Theatre (Sunday) Strong match
Live MusicConcerts & Performances

The Nutcracker Presented by New Orleans Ballet Theatre (Sunday)

Sun, Dec 06 ·

Immersive Media Performing Arts Center · Gulfport, MS

About 148 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

THE NUTCRACKER PRESENTED BY NEW ORLEANS BALLET THEATRE (SUNDAY) TICKETS The Nutcracker Presented by New Orleans Ballet Theatre LIVE at the iMPAC Gulfport on Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Doors 1:30 PM, Show 2:00 PM | Immersive Performing Arts Center Gulfport All Ages | Card only.

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Official listing · verified Nov 06
SatFeb 27
The Sleeping Beauty Presented by Ballet Arkansas (Saturday) Strong match
Live MusicConcerts & Performances

The Sleeping Beauty Presented by Ballet Arkansas (Saturday)

Sat, Feb 27 ·

Thalia Mara Hall · Jackson, MS

CLICK HERE FOR THE SLEEPING BEAUTY PRESENTED BY BALLET ARKANSAS (SATURDAY) TICKETS The Sleeping Beauty Presented by Ballet Arkansas LIVE at Thalia Mara Hall on Saturday, February 27, 2027. Doors 1:00 PM, Show 2:00 PM All Ages | Cash or card accepted at door.

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Official listing · verified Nov 06
SunFeb 28
The Sleeping Beauty Presented by Ballet Arkansas (Sunday) Strong match
Live MusicConcerts & Performances

The Sleeping Beauty Presented by Ballet Arkansas (Sunday)

Sun, Feb 28 ·

Thalia Mara Hall · Jackson, MS

CLICK HERE FOR THE SLEEPING BEAUTY PRESENTED BY BALLET ARKANSAS (SUNDAY) TICKETS The Sleeping Beauty Presented by Ballet Arkansas LIVE at Thalia Mara Hall on Sunday, February 28, 2027. Doors 1:00 PM, Show 2:00 PM All Ages | Cash or card accepted at door.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 06
SunNov 22
Ballet Magnificat - A Christmas Dream Strong match
Live MusicConcerts & Performances

Ballet Magnificat - A Christmas Dream

Sun, Nov 22 ·

Immersive Media Performing Arts Center · Gulfport, MS

About 148 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

CLICK HERE FOR BALLET MAGNIFICAT - A CHRISTMAS DREAM TICKETS Ballet Magnificat - A Christmas Dream LIVE at the iMPAC Gulfport on Sunday, November 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Doors 3:30 PM, Show 4:00 PM | Immersive Performing Arts Center Gulfport All Ages | Card only.

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Official listing · verified Nov 06
ThuNov 12
Strong match
Theatre

Beatles vs Stones - A musical Showdown

Thu, Nov 12 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Two of the greatest bands of all time face off in a high-energy, adrenaline-pumping musical showdown. The Fab Four, represented by tribute band Abbey Road will engage in a barrage of hits against premier Rolling Stones tribute band Satisfaction . It’s a face-off you won’t want to miss!

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SatDec 05
Ballet MS – Sugar Plum Tea Party Add On Strong match
Theatre

Ballet MS – Sugar Plum Tea Party Add On

Sat, Dec 05 ·

Thalia Mara Hall · Jackson, MS

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 01
TueDec 01
The Great Gatsby Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

The Great Gatsby

Tue, Dec 01 ·

Orpheum Theatre · Memphis, TN

About 196 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 15 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
WedMar 17
World Ballet Company: Swan Lake with a LIVE Orchestra Strong match
Live MusicConcerts & Performances

World Ballet Company: Swan Lake with a LIVE Orchestra

Wed, Mar 17 ·

Immersive Media Performing Arts Center · Gulfport, MS

About 148 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

CLICK HERE FOR SWAN LAKE TICKETS World Ballet Company: Swan Lake with a LIVE Orchestra at the iMPAC Gulfport on Wednesday, March 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Doors 6:00 PM, Show 7:00 PM | Immersive Performing Arts Center Gulfport For ages 5 & over | Card only.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 06
Sold out
TueDec 08
Buena Vista Social Club Strong match
MusicalsTheatre

Buena Vista Social Club

Tue, Dec 08 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 162 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SatJan 16
Shucked Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

Shucked

Sat, Jan 16 ·

Orpheum Theatre · Memphis, TN

About 197 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 15 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SunApr 04
STOMP Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

STOMP

Sun, Apr 04 ·

Thalia Mara Hall · Jackson, MS

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Aug 22
TueMay 18
Beetlejuice Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

Beetlejuice

Tue, May 18 ·

Thalia Mara Hall · Jackson, MS

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Aug 12
TueJan 26
BOOP!® The Musical Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

BOOP!® The Musical

Tue, Jan 26 ·

Orpheum Theatre · Memphis, TN

About 197 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 15 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SatDec 12
Ballet Memphis: The Nutcracker Strong match
DanceTheatre

Ballet Memphis: The Nutcracker

Sat, Dec 12 ·

Orpheum Theatre · Memphis, TN

About 196 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 15 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
Sold out
TueDec 15
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas Strong match
MusicalsTheatre

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas

Tue, Dec 15 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 162 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
Sold out
TueJan 26
The Notebook Strong match
MusicalsTheatre

The Notebook

Tue, Jan 26 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 162 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
TueMar 02
The Sound of Music Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

The Sound of Music

Tue, Mar 02 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 162 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
TueMar 30
The Outsiders Strong match
MusicalsTheatre

The Outsiders

Tue, Mar 30 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 162 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
TueJun 22
Just in Time Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

Just in Time

Tue, Jun 22 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 162 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriApr 30
Strong match
TheatreFamily Family

Ocean Blue by Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia

Fri, Apr 30 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

When & Where: School Day Matinees! April 30, 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at Manship Theatre Show length: One hour Genre: Live theatre and puppetry, educational Fans Also Like: Deep sea adventures, mermaids, and marine life! Appropriate for all ages. Suggested for pre-K through third grades.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriFeb 19
Clue Strong match
Theatre

Clue

Fri, Feb 19 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 162 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SunApr 11
Strong match
Theatre

Lightwire Theater's Dino-Light

Sun, Apr 11 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

When: Sun., April 11, 2:00 p.m. - Matinee Performance Mon. April 12, 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. - School Day Matinee! Monday Tickets: At this time, we are only accepting large group and field trip reservations. Please fill out the large group request form or check back soon for individual ticket sales for the Monday shows. Genre: Larger-than-life theatrical puppet production and light show, kid-friendly For Fans Of: Live theater, STEM, larger-than-life puppetry Parent and Teacher Note: The theatre will be completely dark to best experience the electroluminescent light and laser show.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
ThuApr 22
Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

World on a String: Swinging Songs of Broadway

Thu, Apr 22 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Genre: Jazz For Fans Of: Jazz and Broadway Showtunes: Hamilton, Wicked, West Side Story and more! Marking the 5th production in the Jazz at Lincoln Center PRESENTS series, guest vocalists Kate Kortum and David Marino will debut arrangements of tunes from Broadway’s most beloved productions including Hamilton, Wicked, South Pacific, West Side Story, and more in a special concert event entitled World on a String: Swinging Songs of Broadway.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
WedDec 30
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet Strong match
DanceTheatre

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

Wed, Dec 30 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 162 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07

Local planning guide

The regional Broadway season, in one place

Touring productions don’t stop in every city, so this hub reaches past Jackson to the major houses across the region—New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Memphis, Birmingham, and Mobile—so you can catch the season’s shows within a drive, with travel time kept explicit.

Actually theatrical

Results require evidence of a play, musical, Broadway production, drama, or children’s theatre—not a venue name or a broad ticketing category alone.

Surrounding metros included

A wider regional view captures the touring productions that skip Jackson. Each card shows whether the plan is nearby, a road trip, or likely an overnight, so the tradeoff is clear before you open it.

The season ahead

Shows are listed soonest first and reach months out, so you can plan the whole touring season rather than only this weekend. Multiple curtain times on the same day are grouped together.