Hurrah Players

Shows

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Hugh R Copeland Center
Performance Dates: Dec 6-8, 2024

Based on the beloved popular children’s book by Barbara Robinson, THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER is the funny, heartwarming, and mildly irreverent story of what happens when a church play is hijacked by six of the ‘absolutely worst kids in the history of the world’. A holiday tradition, this event is presented with Happy Hanukkah, My Friend; a short program celebrating the Festival of Lights.

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com

***ADDED Performance: Sunday, Dec 8th at 7PM. Tickets on sale NOW 

Hurrah for the Holidays

Virginia Wesleyan University
Performance Dates: Dec 13-15, 2024

Guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit is the annual production of “HURRAH FOR THE HOLIDAYS”! This joyful celebration is a beautiful show like the Radio City Holiday show, featuring all the best music of the season – from your favorite classics to popular modern day hits, plus dancing elves, a holiday kick line, Frosty, SANTA and more!!

Path To Freedom

Hugh R Copeland Center
Performance Dates: Feb 14-16, 2025

The Hurrah Players and Clear Vision Edutainment are teaming up to reboot the stage-play “Path to Freedom.” An original stage play written by Corey Staten, “Path…” traces the evolution of African-American culture to medieval West Africa, through slavery in America, into the Post Reconstruction Era, all the way to the inauguration of President Barack Obama. Travel through time with historical figures such as Mansa Musa of 14th Century Mali, 18th Century slave rebel Jimmy Kato, anti-lynching journalist Ida B. Wells, World War ll hero Doris Miller, and television producer and creator of Soul Train, Don Cornelius as history comes to life through music, dance, and colorful stories from African-American culture.

Frozen, Jr

Sandler Center for the Performing Arts

Performance Dates: March 7-9, 2025

Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts
Performance Dates: March 15, 2025

The enchanting modern classic from Disney is ready for your Broadway Junior stars! Frozen JR. is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production.

A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart! 

Disney’s Frozen JR.  is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized materials are supplied by Music Theatre International, New York, NY 212-541-4684 mtishows.com

Junie B Jones

May 2025

From Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich, the creators who brought you Dear Edwina and Dear Edwina JR., comes Junie B. Jones The Musical JR. – a delightful adaptation of four of Barbara Park’s beloved books.

Join Junie B. on her first day of first grade, where many changes are in store: Junie’s best friend Lucille has found new best friends -— and Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. While in Mr. Scary’s class, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard — and she may need glasses. Add in a friendly cafeteria lady, an intense kickball tournament and a “Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal,” and first grade has never been more exciting.

Featuring many lovable characters and fun-filled songs, Junie B. Jones JR. will capture your audiences’ hearts just as the books captivated an entire generation of students.

Junie B. Jones The Musical JR. is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized materials are supplied by Music Theatre International, New York, NY (212) 541-4684 mtishows.com

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

Susan S Goode Theater at Virginia Wesleyan University
Performance Dates: July 16-18, 2025

As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t want, and a mythology textbook’s worth of monsters on his trail. When Zeus’s master lightning bolt is stolen and Percy becomes the prime suspect, he has to find and return the bolt to prove his innocence and prevent a war between the gods. But to succeed on his quest, Percy will have to do more than catch the thief. He must travel to the Underworld and back; solve the riddle of the Oracle, which warns him of betrayal by a friend; and come to terms with the father who abandoned him. Adapted from the best-selling book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan and featuring a thrilling original rock score, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is an action-packed mythical adventure “worthy of the gods” (Time Out New York).

THE LIGHTNING THIEF is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

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Ticket Policy

  • While we are a family theatre, please be aware that we do not allow patrons under the age of three into our performances, for everyone’s enjoyment and due to venue policies.
  • Advance reservations are strongly encouraged for all Hurrah performances.
  • No refunds or exchanges after tickets are purchased unless Hurrah cancels the performance.

Seating

  • Seating in the theatre begins 30 minutes prior to the show.
  • Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of the House Manager.
  • Please be aware that latecomers may be offered alternate seats or be asked to wait until intermission to enter.
  • All Hurrah performance venues are handicap accessible and ADA compliant.

Grateful Hurrah Players Highlight

Hurrah gave me a purpose and helped me discover my passion. I had such a sense of fulfillment at a young age because of The Hurrah Players and Hugh Copeland. It set the track for my career and life.

Grant Gustin The Flash

Hugh was a mentor to me and was able to show me at a young age I was different and an instrument that could tell stories and move people and touch people's hearts.

Adrienne Warren Tony Award Winner for her role as Tina Turner on Broadway

Through kindness, acceptance and love, Hurrah became a place most of us call home and people we call family. I can never replace the collection of incredible memories I have or the lessons I have learned. I believe anyone who joins will inevitably begin to feel this way and become part of our family.

Victor Spence Hurrah Player Alumnus & Board Member