Hale Centre Theatre has announced its new season of plays for 2025-26. 

The theatre, which presents family-friendly productions of Broadway musicals and comedies, is offering a diverse range of performances.  

Producer David Dietlein said: 

"Our goal is to ensure that each visit is engaging and memorable, and I believe this season will deliver on that,” Producer David Dietlein said in a release. 

The upcoming season begins in August. Expect these shows to start soon: 

Anastasia — A young woman sets out to discover her mysterious past while pursued by a Soviet officer determined to silence her. Aug. 22-Oct. 4. 

Singin’ in the Rain — MGM’s mega-hit is often considered the finest movie musical ever. Oct. 10-Nov. 22. 

A Christmas Carol — A Hale Holiday tradition is Dickens’ classic tale of redemption brought to life. Nov. 28-Dec. 24. 

Beau Jest — Lovely Jewish parents have asked their daughter to bring home the beau she has been dating for months. But wait —he’s not Jewish! So she hires an actor to play her kosher Jewish boyfriend in order to please her folks. Dec. 31-Feb. 7. 

Always…Patsy Cline — Based on a true story about Patsy Cline’s friendship with a fan who befriended the star in a 1961 Texas honky-tonk. Mondays and Tuesdays Jan. 20-April 7. 

Guys and Dolls — Set against the fast-moving high lights and low lives of New York City in the 1940’s, this Broadway musical returns to the stage. Feb. 12-March 28. 

She Loves Me — This musical, set in a 1930s Budapest parfumerie, tells the story of two feuding colleagues who are unaware they are secret pen pals. April 2-March 9. 

The Wizard of Oz — Dorothy, Toto, and their friends Scarecrow, Tinman, and Cowardly Lion journey down the Yellow Brick Road to the Land of Oz. May 15-June 27.  

The Little Mermaid — Ariel, a headstrong mermaid who longs to be human. trades her voice for a pair of legs and a chance at true love. July 3-Aug. 15, 2026. 

The center has also started its concert hall series of tributes to top music acts. Those upcoming tributes include:  

• Women of ‘90s Country: Sept. 4-20; 
• Carole King and James Taylor: Oct. 2-18; 
• Beach Boys: Oct. 30-Nov. 22; 
• Hi-Fi Holiday: Dec. 4-20. 

Additionally, host Ben Hale will have an original night limited engagement at the Concert Hall featuring his music Oct. 23-25. 

General admission and season tickets are available at the Hale Centre Theatre Box Office by calling 480-497-1181 or by visiting the Hale website at www.halerheatrearizona.com.  

Hale is located at 50 W. Page Ave. in the Heritage District, just across the street from the historic Gilbert Water Tower Plaza.