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Broadway's 'Cats' Returns: Premieres April 2026, Tickets On Sale Soon!

10/9/2025

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Summary

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Cats: The Jellicle Ball premieres on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre, with previews March 18, 2026, and opening night April 7, 2026.
The production, following a 2024 Off-Broadway run, will begin ticket sales October 16, 2025.
Directed by Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch, with choreography by Arturo Lyons and Omari Wiles. Tony winner André De Shields stars as Old Deuteronomy.

History

Historical Context

Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Cats" premiered on May 11, 1981, at the New London Theatre, marking the beginning of the megamusical era. Based on T.S. Eliot's poetry, it ran for over 21 years, showcasing innovative stage technology and individual radio microphones. Its success influenced the evolution of musical theatre, leading to a revival trend that continues to shape the industry today.

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Story summary

Cats: The Jellicle Ball premieres on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre, with previews March 18, 2026, and opening night April 7, 2026.
The production, following a 2024 Off-Broadway run, will begin ticket sales October 16, 2025.
Directed by Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch, with choreography by Arturo Lyons and Omari Wiles. Tony winner André De Shields stars as Old Deuteronomy.

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