THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY MAINSTAGE SEASON

Gretna Theatre’s historic 100th anniversary season brings together productions making their Gretna Theatre debuts alongside the return of beloved stories and traditions, celebrating the theatre’s past while setting the stage for its next century.

BONNIE & CLYDE

May 27th - June 6th, 2027

Book By: Ivan Menchell, Lyrics By: Don Black, Music By: Frank Wildhorn

Experience the thrilling true story of America's most infamous outlaw couple in the Tony-nominated musical, Bonnie & Clyde. Featuring the electrifying music of Frank Wildhorn & Don Black (Jekyll & Hyde), this passionate love story follows Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow as they chase fame, fortune, and freedom during the Great Depression. Packed with heart-pounding action, romance, and unforgettable songs, it's a gripping tale of ambition, love, and the price of becoming a legend.

STEEL MAGNOLIAS

June 17th - June 20th, 2027

By: Robert Harling

One of the most beloved plays of all time, Steel Magnolias welcomes you into a small-town Louisiana beauty salon where lifelong friendships are tested, celebrated, and strengthened. Through laughter, heartache, and unwavering support, this timeless classic reminds us that life's greatest moments are best shared with those who stand by us through it all.

THE COLOR PURPLE

July 15th - July 25th, 2027

Based upon the novel written by Alice Walker and the Warner Bros./Amblin Entertainment motion picture

Book by Marsha Norman
Music and Lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, Stephen Bray

The Color Purple is an unforgettable, Tony Award-winning musical based on the ground-breaking novel by Alice Walker. Filled with a soul-stirring score blending gospel, blues, jazz, and traditional musical theater, witness one woman's extraordinary journey from hardship to self-discovery as she finds her voice through the unbreakable bonds of family, friendship, and faith.

KEN LUDWIG’S MORIARTY

August 5th - August 8th, 2027

By: Ken Ludwig

The game is afoot! Join Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson in this clever, fast-paced play as they race to outwit their greatest adversary, the brilliant Professor Moriarty. As clues pile up and danger lurks around every corner, nothing is quite as it seems. Bursting with humor, suspense, and surprising twists, this mystery is perfect for detective fans and comedy lovers alike.

The first hundred years are history. The next hundred begin now.