GODSPELL

GODSPELL

Playing in the Long Beach Playhouse’s Mainstage Theater

June 27 – Aug. 2, 2026

Book by John Michael Tebelak, Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz

Directed and Choreographed by Sonya Randall

Musical Direction by Stephen Olear

From famed Wicked! composer and lyricist, Stephen Schwartz, comes his first major musical offering, GODSPELL. Taking the world by storm when it first premiered, the show boasts a score of chart-topping songs including , “Day by Day,” “All for the Best,” and “By My Side,” as it tells the story of Jesus Christ according to the Gospel of Matthew. A small group of storytellers help tell different parables with a hefty dose of humor and pathos using an eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville. This show is a sensation that continues to touch audiences with its messages of kindness, tolerance, and love.

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CHOOSE YOUR DATE:

• Friday, June 26, 2026, 8pm – Half Price Preview
• Saturday, June 27, 2026, 8pm – Opening Night and Champagne Gala
• Thursday July 2, 2026, 8pm – Special Thursday Show
• Friday, July 3, 2026, 8pm
• Saturday, July 4, 2026 – NO SHOW
• Sunday, July 5, 2026, 2pm
• Friday, July 10, 2026, 8pm
• Saturday, July 11, 2026, 8pm
• Sunday, July 12, 2026, 2pm
• Friday, July 17, 2026, 8pm
• Saturday, July 18, 2026, 8pm
• Sunday, July 19, 2026, 2pm
• Friday, July 24, 2026, 8pm
• Saturday, July 25, 2026, 8pm
• Sunday, July 26, 2026, 2pm
• Friday, July 31, 2026, 8pm
• Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026, 8pm
• Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026, 2pm – Closing

AGE LIMIT

As a courtesy to our patrons, it is the policy of the theatre not to admit children under the age of 5. This policy may be altered from time to time based on shows and show content.