broadway Comes to Long Island! Stars of Wicked, Jersey Boys, Dear Evan Hansen & More Head to St. James This Weekend!
Oh, what a night it’s going to be on Long Island!
You don’t have to head into Manhattan to experience a little Broadway magic this weekend!
Some incredibly talented performers associated with Broadway’s biggest productions are coming to St. James for one spectacular evening of music, entertainment and celebration.
On Saturday, October 17, at 8 PM, Celebrate St. James, in partnership with Lighthouse Repertory Theatre, will present “Oh, What a Night! A Broadway Celebration,” a special grand reopening fundraiser at the Celebrate St. James Center for the Arts.
And the lineup is packed with talent from some seriously iconic shows!
Broadway Favorites Take Center Stage
The evening will feature performers from productions including:
Wicked: The beloved Broadway phenomenon that tells the untold story of the witches of Oz, featuring unforgettable songs like “Defying Gravity” and “Popular.”
Jersey Boys: The Tony Award-winning musical celebrating Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, with legendary hits including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.”
Dear Evan Hansen: The Tony Award-winning musical that captured hearts with its emotional story of belonging, connection and finding your voice, featuring songs like “Waving Through a Window” and “You Will Be Found.”
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical: The inspiring story of legendary singer-songwriter Carole King, featuring classics like “You’ve Got a Friend,” “Natural Woman” and “I Feel the Earth Move.”
Meet the Performers
The celebration will feature six talented performers:
Keith Hines, Joey LaVarco, Nathan Scherich, Dru Serkes, Jenna Schoen and Sarah Anne Fernandez.
Together, they’ll bring their Broadway experience and musical talents to the St. James stage for a special evening supporting the local arts community.
More Than Just a Broadway Show!
The evening also celebrates the grand reopening of the Celebrate St. James Center for the Arts, helping support a vibrant future for arts, culture and live entertainment in the Long Island community.
And if you’re looking for something extra special, there’s even a VIP ticket option that includes a meet-and-greet and a glass of wine!
Event Details & Tickets
Event: Oh, What a Night! A Broadway Celebration
When: Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 8 PM
Where: Celebrate St. James Center for the Arts, 176 Second Street, St. James, NY
Tickets:
General Admission: $55
Seniors, Students & Members: $50
VIP Experience: $85 (includes meet-and-greet and glass of wine)
Dedicate a Song: $25
Whether you’re a longtime Broadway fan, love the music of Frankie Valli and Carole King, or still get emotional hearing “You Will Be Found” from Dear Evan Hansen, this is a great opportunity to celebrate musical theater while supporting the arts right here on Long Island.
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Broadway magic, right in our own backyard? Oh, what a night, indeed!
