Performing Arts Foundation 2026/27 Season

The Grand's 2026/27 Season

Our new season (November-June) consists of Tony and Grammy Award winners, six Broadway hits, legendary performers, iconic musicians, and some of the hottest-selling shows in the world, all on the newly restored stage of the historic Grand Theater. Shows on sale through a season subscription order of four or more shows, beginning June 3, 2026. Click here to learn more about becoming a subscriber. Single show tickets available Tuesday, July 7 (July 6 for The Book of Mormon).

Wayne Newton

Saturday, November 7, 2026
The Miron Construction 2026-27 Season Opener

He has sold out Las Vegas for six decades, recorded over 300 songs, and earned the title “Mr. Las Vegas” for good reason. Now Wayne Newton is coming to Wausau to reopen The Grand! This is the real deal: a living legend who commands the stage with a magnetic energy and warmth!

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CLUE

Monday, November 9, 2026
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Part of the Broadway at The Grand Series

Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount Pictures movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.

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Blind Boys of Alabama

Thursday, November 12, 2026

The legendary Blind Boys of Alabama bring their transcendent harmonies and spiritual power to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Stevie Wonder's iconic album Songs in the Key of Life. This special presentation pairs many of Stevie Wonder’s classic songs with beloved selections from the Blind Boys’ own celebrated repertoire, blending gospel, soul, and Americana.

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Blood, Sweat & Tears

Thursday, November 19, 2026
Part of the County Materials Spotlight Series

Blood, Sweat & Tears sounds as ferocious as ever! These Grammy-winning, chart-topping pioneers of jazz rock fusion helped define an era with anthems that still hit as hard today as they did the first time you heard them. Bonus: The band will be joined by special guest Jeff Coffey, former lead singer of Chicago, performing the biggest classics of another incredible band.

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Vienna Boys Choir:
Christmas in Vienna

Saturday, November 21, 2026
Part of the Behavioral Health Clinic Family Series

The illustrious group of child musicians, Vienna Boys Choir, have been delighting music lovers across the globe for centuries! Christmas in Vienna showcases these gifted musicians with voices of unforgettable beauty in an extraordinary program featuring Austrian folk songs, classical masterpieces, popular songs and, of course, holiday favorites.

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The Texas Tenors
Deep in the Heart of Christmas

Tuesday, December 8, 2026

The Texas Tenors promise an unforgettable evening of holiday magic, wrapped in rich harmonies and heartfelt Texas charm. From soaring operatic moments to beloved Christmas classics, the trio masterfully blends powerful vocals, humor, and warmth—creating a concert experience that feels both grand and deeply personal.

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Love Actually in Concert

Thursday, December 10, 2026
Part of the County Materials Spotlight Series

Feel the magic again of this beloved holiday movie in a spectacular live experience featuring a full orchestra. LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT brings the film to the stage in a way that will make you feel like you’re watching this romantic comedy for the first time. Take a breathtaking tour of love’s delightful twists and turns as you fall under the spell of LOVE ACTUALLY and share in the laughs and charm, live in concert.

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The Altenburgh Christmas Extravaganza

Friday, December 11, 2026

With decades of sold-out shows, John Altenburgh returns once again with this true Wisconsin Christmas tradition. This has long been the hottest holiday ticket in town, with a lineup of some of the finest and most fun musicians in the state performing jazz, blues, country, and Christmas classics.

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Who Brought the Humbug?

Tuesday, December 15, 2026
Part of the Behavioral Health Clinic Family Series

Get ready for a high-energy holiday treat as Rhythm Street Movement presents Who Brought the Humbug?, an original production that transforms the stage into a holiday party like no other. At this ugly sweater bash, joyful singers, electrifying tap dancers, and high-energy musicians deliver a sleigh-full of swingin’ holiday mash-ups, from Frosty tap dancing to a groove to Santa rapping over horn-band funk.

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To be announced!
Country Artist Christmas Show

Thursday, December 17, 2026

We've got big news... we just can't share it yet! Stay tuned to The Grand's website, social media, and our emails in late June 2026 for the official announcement of this December 17 holiday show. You'll hear this country music artist perform their hits and their takes on holiday favorites.

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The Boulevards

Thursday, January 7, 2027

The Boulevards are a sensational, vintage-styled rock and roll band from the UK, igniting stages with the timeless sound that changed music forever. Blazing through the greatest hits of the 1950s and early ’60s, they bring legends like Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, Bill Haley, Cliff Richard, and Little Richard roaring back to life in a show packed with energy, style, and pure nostalgia.

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Mania: The ABBA Tribute

Friday, January 8, 2027

The world’s #1 touring ABBA tribute celebrates the legendary Swedish band. Featuring an extraordinary cast of musicians and performers, Mania: The ABBA Tribute delivers stunning visuals and impeccable musicianship to recreate the magic of ABBA’s music in all its glory.

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HYPROV: Improv Under Hypnosis

Thursday, January 14, 2027

What happens when the master of improv comedy meets the world’s most captivating hypnotist? Unpredictable, side-splitting mayhem — not even the performers know what’s coming. Colin Mochrie of Whose Line Is It Anyway? and hypnotist Asad Mecci have created something that defies every category, breaks every rule, and leaves audiences unable to explain what they just witnessed.

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One Vision of Queen featuring Marc Martel

Friday, January 15, 2027
Part of the County Materials Series

This highly-theatrical, eye-popping production rocks you from start to finish with all the songs that Queen made famous. Known around the world as “the vocal doppelganger of the Queen frontman,” Marc Martel delivers a show so entertaining and impressive, we had to bring him back by popular demand!

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Jay Leno

Friday, January 22, 2027

Acclaimed TV late night show host, admired stand-up comedian, best-selling children’s book author, much-in-demand corporate speaker, pioneering car builder and mechanic, and philanthropist… Jay Leno is widely characterized as “the hardest working man in show business.”

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Parrothead Paradise:
The Ultimate Jimmy Buffett Tribute Experience

Saturday, January 23, 2027
Part of the County Materials Spotlight Series

Parrothead Paradise is a high-energy, 11-piece Jimmy Buffett tribute that turns every performance into a full-on tropical celebration. This powerhouse band blends exceptional musicianship with infectious island flair, creating a show that transports audiences straight to the white sand beaches and margarita-soaked sunsets of the Keys.

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Bill Blagg: Family Magic

Saturday, January 30, 2027
Part of the Behavioral Health Clinic Family Series

Join us for an incredible show filled with laughter, wonder and endless surprises as renowned magician Bill Blagg presents Family Magic! Family Magic is a unique blend of interactive entertainment and awe-inspiring magic that guarantees an unforgettable adventure for all ages. Join us for this magical family event which is sure to create unforgettable memories with your loved ones!

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Eaglemania:
The World's Greatest Eagles Tribute

Friday, February 5, 2027

EagleMania has been dazzling audiences for over a decade by spectacularly reproducing the music of The Eagles. EagleMania thrills internationally sold-out audiences with their stunning five part harmony, virtuoso guitar work and uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles. If you like The Eagles you simply must experience the world’s greatest Eagles Tribute, EagleMania!

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Catapult: Magic Shadows

Sunday, February 7, 2027
Part of the Behavioral Health Clinic Family Series

An America’s Got Talent finalist from Season 8, Catapult features incredible dancers who work behind a screen to create magical shadow silhouettes of shapes from the world around us. Be amazed as you watch their bodies transform into a mountain, an elephant, a dragon, even a helicopter! You’ll never figure out how they do it, and you won’t know what they will create next

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The Book of Bublé

Friday, February 12, 2027
Part of the County Materials Spotlight Series

Backed by a seven-piece band with full brass, Emmy winner Shaun Johnson reimagines the hits that made Michael Bublé a global phenomenon. From “Haven’t Met You Yet” and “Everything” to “Cry Me a River” and “Feeling Good,” every song is delivered with bold new arrangements, boundless energy, and Shaun’s signature charm.

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HADESTOWN

Monday, February 15, 2027
Tuesday, February 16, 2027
Part of the Broadway at The Grand Series

COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE.

Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, HADESTOWN is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go.

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Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents:
World on a String

Thursday, February 18, 2027

Marking the 5th production in the Jazz at Lincoln Center PRESENTS series, guest vocalists Kate Kortum and David Merino 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.

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The Chapin Family:
A Celebration of Harry Chapin

Friday, February 26, 2027

In the history of family groups in American roots music, The Chapin Family has a special place. Together, they make magic in this retrospective of Harry Chapin’s life and his songs, including “Cat’s In The Cradle,” “Taxi,” “Mr. Tanner,” “Circle,” and more. Continuing the legacy of this great songwriter, The Harry Chapin Band features original members Big John Wallace, Steve Chapin, and Howard Fields.

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Tartan Terrors

Saturday, February 27, 2027

Tartan Terrors bring their Celtic Invasion to festivals and shows across North America, blending the energy of a rock show with humor and step dance. With a distinctive sound and proud tradition of making Celtic music fun and accessible to any audience, the Tartan Terrors have performed on 4 different continents, in some of the most prestigious Festivals, Highland Games and theaters of North America.

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The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Wednesday, March 3, 2027
Part of the Broadway at The Grand Series

The Simon & Garfunkel Story is touring North America again this year! Using huge projection photos and original film footage, featuring a full live band performing all the hits including ‘Mrs. Robinson’, ‘Cecilia’, ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’, ‘Homeward Bound’ and many more.

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Journeyman & Texas Flood

Friday, March 5, 2027
Part of the County Materials Spotlight Series

Two guitar gods. One extraordinary night. Journeyman celebrates the timeless blues-rock genius of Eric Clapton, while Texas Flood pays blazing tribute to the legendary Stevie Ray Vaughan. Together they deliver a double bill that is nothing short of a masterclass in electric guitar. For anyone who has ever been stopped cold by a blistering guitar solo, this is your evening.

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Academy of St Martin in the Fields
Featuring Conrad Tao

Sunday, March 7, 2027
Presented by the Chester Suski Art Fund

For almost 70 years, the London-based orchestra Academy of St Martin in the Fields has made some of the most beloved classical recordings in history - from Vivaldi's Four Seasons to the soundtrack of the movie Amadeus - and hearing the orchestra live is a revelation that no recording can replicate. The performance features solo pianist Conrad Tao.

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Riverdance 30 - The New Generation

Friday, March 12, 2027
Saturday, March 13, 2027
Part of the Broadway at The Grand Series

Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerizing choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe and established Riverdance as a global cultural sensation.

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Cirque Kalabanté

Friday, March 19, 2027
Part of the Behavioral Health Clinic Family Series

Get ready for a vibrant stage experience that transcends language itself! WOW (World of Words) is more than a show — it’s an encounter, a bridge between two worlds. Through acrobatic contact and moments of mutual support, bodies merge, blending tradition with contemporary movement. The finale erupts into a choreography of unity and collective awakening: the journey itself becomes a revelation.

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The Book of Mormon

Friday, March 26, 2027
Saturday, March 27, 2027
Part of the Broadway at The Grand Series

The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it "Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal." It’s THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical.

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The Wailin' Jennys

Wednesday, April 7, 2027

Starting as a happy accident of solo singer/songwriters getting together for a one-time-only performance at a tiny guitar shop in Winnipeg, Manitoba, The Wailin’ Jennys have grown over the years into one of today’s most beloved international folk acts. Founding members Ruth Moody and Nicky Mehta along with Taos-based Heather Masse continue to create some of the most exciting music on the folk-roots scene.

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Gravity: London's Iconic Leading Ladies

Thursday, April 8, 2027

Three WICKED voices make one gravity-defying show! Gravity brings together three of the West End's most glamorous and celebrated leading ladies for an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling. This gravity-defying show combines powerhouse vocals, wicked harmonies, and a sparkle of stardom to celebrate the greatest music and divas of all time.

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Classic Albums Live:
Led Zeppelin II

Saturday, April 10, 2027

Classic Albums Live brings the legendary Led Zeppelin II album to the stage, performed live, exactly as it was recorded. Experience the songs’ ferocity and energy that only a live performance can truly capture. Whether it’s the thunderous groove of “Whole Lotta Love” or the mythic sweep of “Ramble On,” every second of this concert is exactly what rock and roll was always supposed to feel like.

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Beetlejuice

Tuesday, April 13, 2027
Wednesday, April 14, 2027
Part of the Broadway at The Grand Series

IT'S SHOWTIME!

Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, BEETLEJUICE tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Entertainment Weekly calls it “A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND THE SOUL!”

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The My Generation Tour

Friday, April 16, 2027

The My Generation Tour brings together four iconic groups: The Lovin’ Spoonful, Terry Sylvester of The Hollies, Gary Lewis and the Playboys, and Mitch Ryder. It’s a night filled with music that all Baby Boomers (and probably their kids!) will sing along to: “Bus Stop,” “Devil with a Blue Dress,” “What a Day for a Daydream,” “Summer in the City,” “The Air That I Breathe” and so many more.

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A Beautiful Noise:
The Neil Diamond Musical

Tuesday, April 20, 2027
Wednesday, April 21, 2027
Part of the Broadway at The Grand Series

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics, numerous awards, and sold-out concerts around the world, Neil Diamond's story was made to shine on Broadway-and head out on the road across America.

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TUSK: The Classic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Friday, May 21, 2027
Part of the County Materials Spotlight Series

Playing the hits and deep cuts spanning the career of Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame group Fleetwood Mac, Tusk has been crisscrossing the country since 2008 as The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute. Five pro musicians turned into masters of their trade through decades of individual music study, live performance, creative risk and devotion to the art.

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The Sixties Show

Thursday, June 3, 2027

This popular award-winning Off-Broadway Show is a high energy multi-media immersive experience about time traveling back to the 1960s, based around a live note for note re-creation concert. The Sixties Show reminds the audience how uniquely inspirational, entertaining, and historically significant the music and events of the 1960s were and continue to be.

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