Posted on September 3, 2024
November 1, 2024 – May 2025
2269 New St., Burlington
Drury Lane Theatre proudly marks its 50th anniversary in the 2024-2025 season, celebrating five decades of bringing captivating performances and unforgettable stories to the stage. Since its founding in 1974, Drury Lane Theatre, a charitable non-profit organization, has been a cornerstone of Burlington’s cultural scene, renowned for its commitment to high-quality productions that entertain, inspire, and bring the community together. Over the years, the theatre has showcased a diverse array of shows, from beloved classics to cutting-edge contemporary works, consistently drawing audiences of all ages and tastes. This milestone season is not just a celebration of the past but a vibrant look toward the future, with exciting new productions that promise to uphold the theatre’s legacy of excellence.
As Drury Lane Theatre unveils its highly anticipated 2024-2025 season lineup, audiences can expect a rich blend of theatrical experiences that honor the theatre’s storied history while embracing fresh and innovative storytelling. The season will feature a mix of musicals, dramas, and comedies, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether it’s revisiting a timeless favourite or discovering a bold new work, the 50th-anniversary season is set to be a spectacular showcase of the talent and creativity that have defined Drury Lane Theatre for half a century. This landmark year promises to be one of the most memorable yet, as the theatre continues to be a beacon of culture and entertainment in the Burlington community.
2022 – 2025 Season
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November 1 – 24, 2024
Holiday Inn
Evenings 8 PM: Nov 1, 2, 8, 9, 14 (Charity Thurs), 15, 16, 21 (Thurs), 22, 23
Matinees 2 PM: Nov 3, 10, 17, 24
Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn tells the story of Jim, who leaves the bright lights of show business behind to settle down on his farmhouse in Connecticut… but life just isn’t the same without a bit of song and dance. Jim’s luck takes a spectacular turn when he meets Linda, a spirited schoolteacher with talent to spare. Together they turn the farmhouse into a fabulous inn with dazzling performances to celebrate each holiday, from Thanksgiving to the Fourth of July. But when Jim’s best friend Ted tries to lure Linda to Hollywood to be his new dance partner, will Jim be able to salvage his latest chance at love? This dazzling Tony-nominated musical is filled with Irving Berlin’s all-time classics including “Shaking the Blues Away,” “Heat Wave,” “Blue Skies,” “Cheek to Cheek,” “Easter Parade,” and, of course, “White Christmas.” |
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December 6 – 15, 2024
Beauty & The Beast: A Christmas Pantomime
Evenings 7 PM: December 6, 7, 13, 14
Matinees 2 PM: December 7, 8, 14, 15
Beauty and the Beast is the story of a handsome but arrogant Prince who falls foul to an Enchantress whose spell dooms him to spend his life hiding in his castle in the guise of a grotesque Beast. When Rose/Beauty is taken captive by the ugly beast is it possible that love can break decades of the long curse? In classic pantomime fashion, enjoy zany characters, interactive audience experiences, villains and heroes, and be charmed by many young dancers as they add to this festive family tradition. Suitable for all ages whether you’re 3 or 93! |
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February / March 202
The 44th Annual Music Hall
Evenings 8 PM: Feb 21, 22, 28. March 1, 6 (Charity Thurs), 7, 8, 13 (Thurs), 14, 15
Matinees 2 PM: Feb 23. March 2, 9, 16.
Venture out to the most entertaining, comedic, and wildly outstanding annual variety comedy musical this side of the pond. Booing and cheering are positively encouraged! Enjoy the Medleys, feature songs, skits and a variety of specialty numbers that are the hallmark of this variety show. This year, the 44th Annual Music Hall helps DLTP celebrate 50 years of musical theatre. The entire content of the show will highlight favourite musical selections from many of the shows performed in the past 5 decades. It will be an amazing walk down memory lane, all the while appealing to audiences of all ages. |
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May 2025
A Gentleman’s Guide To Love & Murder
A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder is the knock-’em dead, uproarious hit and the most nominated Broadway show in 2014 having garnered 14 Tony Nominations, and winning 4 Awards including Best Musical! When low-born Monty Navarro finds out that he’s eighth in line for an earldom in the lofty D’Ysquith family, he figures his chances of outliving his predecessors are slight and sets off down a far more ghoulish path. Can he knock off his unsuspecting relatives without being caught and become the ninth Earl of Highhurst? And what of love? Because murder isn’t the only thing on Monty’s mind….Don’t miss out on this murderous romp filled with unforgettable music and non-stop laughs. |
