April 30th - May 10th, 2026
“Bob Merrill's score - an effervescent pastiche of French cabaret waltzes and playful Offenbach-flavored dance tunes - propels... deliciously high-spirited production numbers.”
– Stephen Holden, The New York Times
Music & LYRICS: BOB MERRILL
Book: MICHAEL STEWART
Director: Robert W. Schneider
Music Director: LIZ HASTINGS
Choreographer: KAITLYN FRANK
BASED ON material by helen deutsch
Original Broadway Opening: April 13, 1961
Step right up and enter the magical world of Carnival, a lush and heartfelt musical that celebrates love, hope, and the courage it takes to dream. Set amid the wonder and spectacle of a traveling carnival in France, the story follows Lili, a young woman searching for belonging, who finds unexpected family and romance among carnival performers, and in the voices of a mischievous puppet troupe.
Featuring unforgettable songs like “Love Makes the World Go ’Round,” “Mira,” and “Humming,” Carnival blends whimsy with emotional depth, creating a theatrical experience that is both enchanting and deeply human. Tender, funny, and ultimately uplifting, this classic musical invites audiences of all ages to believe in the transformative power of kindness, imagination, and love.
Carnaval is presented is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals: www.concordtheatricals.com
PERFORMANCES:
April 30, May 1, 2, 7, 8 at 7:30pm
May 9 at 2:00pm
May 3 & 10 at 3:00pm
