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Photograph by © Joan Marcus Photograph by Amy Guip Photograph by © Joan Marcus Photograph by Amy Guip Photograph by THE ALL-NEW 2016-2017 SEASON! Broadway at the Capitol is proud to present its BEST and BIGGEST season to date! This year we’re bringing the hottest new titles on Broadway, along with classic stories, family favorites and much more…all to Wheelings’s own Capitol Theatre! As always, our Season Ticket holders get the BEST seats at the BEST prices to every show! You won’t want to miss a second of all the action, so come join us this season and you’ll be dancing in the aisles! Photograph by Amy Guip Photograph by ORDER SEASON TICKETS TODAY! ORDER TODAY AT 304-233-4470! AT ORDER TODAY Photograph by Joan Marcus Photographby Joan Marcus Photograph by Joan Marcus BROADWAY CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND Monday | December 5, 2016 This most loved Christmas show features glittering costumes, a dazzling cast, and the highest kicking Chorus Girls this side of the North Pole. Start Christmas in style as Santa and his merry helpers take you on an unforgettable nostalgic Christmas journey. Songs include “White Christmas;’ “Winter Wonderland;’ “Have Yourself A Very “One of the Merry Christmas,” “Chestnuts Roasting,” ‘Jingle Bells;’ most delightful ‘’Away in a Manger;’ “Silent Night;’ “Deck The Halls,” “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree,” “O Holy Night” and and enchanting many more. This sparkling Holiday Show is ideal for the Christmas whole family. shows ever...” – Newsweek ORDER SEASON TICKETS TODAY! THE ILLUSIONISTS Monday | March 20, 2017 Direct from Broadway, the world’s best selling magic show is coming to Wheeling! This mind blowing spectacular showcases the jaw dropping talents of seven of the most incredible Illusionists on earth. THE ILLUSIONISTS™ – LIVE FROM BROADWAY™ has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the “A high-tech most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on magic stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions. extravaganza” – Newsweek Photograph by Joan Marcus ORDER TODAY AT (304) 233-4470! ANNIE Thursday | April 20, 2017 The world’s best-loved musical returns in time-honored form. Directed by original lyricist and director Martin Charnin and choreographed by Liza Gennaro, this production of ANNIE will be a brand new incarnation of the iconic original. Featuring book and score by Tony Award®-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, ANNIE “Spectacular includes such unforgettable songs as “It’s the Hard Knock on every Life,” “Easy Street,” “I Don’t Need Anything But You,” plus the eternal anthem of optimism, “Tomorrow.” count!” – Newsweek Photograph by © Joan Marcus NEVER HEAR THE WORDS “SOLD OUT!” Photograph by Amy Guip Photograph by RENT Thursday | May 4, 2017 In 1996, an original rock musical by a little-known composer opened on Broadway… and forever changed the landscape of American theatre. Two decades later, Jonathan Larson’s RENT continues to speak loudly and defiantly to audiences across generations and all over the world. And now, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®- winning masterpiece returns to the stage in a vibrant 20th “A thrilling anniversary touring production. A re-imagining of Puccini’s musical La Bohème, RENT follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without performed selling out. With its inspiring message of joy and hope in with explosive the face of fear, this timeless celebration of friendship and talent .” creativity reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters—love. – Newsweek KEEP THE SAME GREAT SEATS, YEAR AFTER YEAR! BACK BY SPECIAL SEASON OPTION! POPULAR DEMAND! Photograph by Joan Marcus MAMMA MIA! Tuesday | February 21, 2017 A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! ©LITTLESTAR MammaMiaOnTour.com Over 50 million people all around the world have fallen in love FAREWELL TOUR TM with the characters, the story and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show! “One of Writer Catherine Johnson’s sunny, funny tale unfolds on a Greek the most island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings 3 men from her mother’s successful past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. musicals The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this ever!” enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, and every night – Evening Standard everyone’s having the time of their lives! With more productions playing internationally than any other musical, MAMMA MIA! is the World’s No.1 Show! ONLY SEASON TICKET HOLDERS GET FIRST ACCESS TO TICKETS! SEASON TICKET BENEFITS n Get the BEST SEATS to shows that are sure to SELL OUT! n OWN your seat locations and keep your seats year after year! n SPECIAL ACCESS to SEASON SPECIALS! Purchase advance and priority tickets to popular shows outside of your season package! n SPECIAL DISCOUNTS & VIP ACCESS – Purchase additional tickets at a discounted rate for select shows before the general public! 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