Dirty Dancing Musical Will Arrive on Broadway in 2027
The musical adaptation of the 1987 film is scheduled to run at The Lena Horne Theatre starting in early 2027.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Dance
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Dirty Dancing: The Musical will make its Broadway debut on February 12, 2027, following a successful North American tour. The production will settle into The Lena Horne Theatre for a limited engagement through September 5, 2027.
Why it matters
This production brings the classic story to the stage to coincide with the 40th anniversary of the original motion picture. By securing a Broadway run, the production honors the legacy of the film while introducing it to a new generation of live theater audiences in New York City.
The production commemorates the 40th anniversary of the 1987 film. It features Annalese Starzec as Frances Houseman and Blake Zelesnikar as Johnny Castle.
The players
Annalese Starzec
She is the lead actress cast in the role of Frances Houseman for the Broadway production.
Blake Zelesnikar
He is the lead actor cast in the role of Johnny Castle for the Broadway production.
Lonny Price
He is an experienced stage and television director who serves as the director for this musical production.
Darrell Grand Moultrie
He is a renowned choreographer who leads the dance elements of this musical production.
Lionsgate
This is a major American entertainment company that is one of the lead producers for this project.
The details
Directed by Lonny Price with choreography by Darrell Grand Moultrie, the stage adaptation transports audiences to a 1963 Catskills setting. The project is produced by The Path Entertainment Group, Lionsgate, and LD Entertainment.
Timeline
The story is set in 1963.
The original film was released in 1987.
The Broadway production begins on February 12, 2027.
The Broadway run concludes on September 5, 2027.
Industry Dynamics
This Broadway adaptation follows the 1987 Dirty Dancing film, illustrating how studios leverage historic intellectual property for live stage revenue. The move reflects a broader trend of franchise-based theater productions designed to attract audiences via established brand recognition.
Theater-goers in New York City can access the show throughout its seven-month engagement at The Lena Horne Theatre. Prospective attendees should monitor upcoming ticket release dates to secure seats for this limited engagement.
The takeaway
Bringing film-based musicals to Broadway allows fans to experience nostalgic stories in a new, immersive live format. Prospective attendees should plan early for this limited 2027 engagement to avoid potential sell-outs.
What happens next
The production is scheduled to begin its Broadway run at The Lena Horne Theatre on February 12, 2027, with the engagement running until September 5, 2027.
Further reading
For more on the current stage performances, visit the Dance section.
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