In that last blog, I covered how Bravo is coming to Charleston this fall. They’ll be filming Bravo Fan Fest complete with cast members of Southern Charm and Southern Hospitality, both filmed here, plus Housewives from different cities, folks from Below Deck and the very-hot Summer House.
Well, Bravo’s not the only entertainment juggernaut with Charleston in their sights.
Broadway loves coming to the Holy City, bringing some of the hottest productions here from New York.
No need to fight the crowds of Manhattan. Take in a show, just a short drive from the beach!
“Best of Broadway”
The North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center is a top-notch facility hosting concerts, shows and events of all kinds, and is centrally located near the Charleston airport. The Performing Arts Center part offers great acoustics and an ideal venue for theatrical and musical productions.
Each year they announce the fresh new season of their Best of Broadway series.
Recently, they did just that, sharing the exciting new slate of shows for 2026-27. Some are brand new, some are old favorites… and some are so popular, the whole audience already knows all the lyrics by heart.
YES, it’s true - Hamilton is coming!
Great shows, longer runs…
NCCPAC has been hosting this series for quite a while now, and each year it gets even better.
In fact it’s proven so popular, they’ve expanded show runs to week-long engagements, from Tuesdays through Sundays. That means more seats and more dates available for each show, and more opportunities to see world-class performances while you’re here staying in a Charleston beach house.
The 2026-27 Schedule of Shows
Here’s the upcoming season in all its glory, complete with official show descriptions from the North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center:
MRS. DOUBTFIRE - October 6 – 11, 2026
Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to North Charleston in this internationally acclaimed hit musical critics call “wonderful, heart-warming, and laugh-out-loud funny” (Manchester Evening News) and “a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers” (The Hollywood Reporter). Based on the beloved film starring Robin Williams and Sally Field, MRS. DOUBTFIRE tells the hysterical and heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids.
THE BODYGUARD - November 17 – 22, 2026
Based on the blockbuster 1992 film starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, THE BODYGUARD is a thrilling, romantic musical that combines high-stakes suspense with unforgettable music. Featuring classic songs like “Queen of the Night,” “So Emotional,” “I Will Always Love You,” “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” "Saving All My Love," and "One Moment in Time.”
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE - December 8 – 13, 2026
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 like "America," "Forever in Blue Jeans," and "Sweet Caroline," … sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond's story was made to shine on Broadway-and head out on the road across America.
HAMILTON - February 9 – 21, 2027
The unforgettable story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation, seen by more than 28 million people around the world.
HAMILTON follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. Book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Winner of 11 Tony Awards®, Grammy® and Olivier Awards, and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
THE NOTEBOOK - March 30 – April 4, 2027
Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic movie (much of it filmed around the Lowcountry), THE NOTEBOOK tells the story of Allie and Noah, both from different worlds, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. “Full of butterfly-inducing highs and beautiful songs” (Entertainment Weekly), THE NOTEBOOK is a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love. .
HELL’S KITCHEN - April 27 – May 2, 2027
HELL’S KITCHEN, the award-winning Broadway musical created and inspired by 17-time Grammy winning Alicia Keys, takes you on the journey of Ali–a 17-year-old girl full of fire. Relatable, raw, and refreshingly fun, it’s a celebration of finding yourself, your purpose, and the people who lift you up. The music—a mix of Keys’ greatest hits and new songs written exclusively for the show—and exhilarating choreography bring to life a story that speaks to you no matter where you’re from, where you’ve been, or where you’re going.
Also, two shorter-run bonus shows, not included in season tickets…
THE BOOK OF MORMON - January 22 – 24, 2027
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. Note: contains explicit language.
BLUEY’S BIG PLAY - March 2 – 3, 2027
Bluey’s Big Play is a theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series. Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you, featuring brilliantly created puppets, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life.
Find out more…
Head to the official NCCPAC Best of Broadway schedule to find details, show times and ticket info. Season tickets are currently on sale, while tickets for individual shows go on sale on a TBA basis. Call the Best of Broadway hotline at 843-202-ARTS (2787) for more info.
So combine your stay in one of our Isle of Palms vacation rentals with a world-class show. The best of both worlds - Broadway and the beach! Contact EP to get on the calendar.
All best,
Lowcountry Lisa
your Isle of Palms vacation blogger