Every December, The Fox Theater’s webpage releases a show schedule for the year. While you can attend any single show you want to, many people will instead opt to pay for a season pass to see all of the shows that Fox hosts over the course of 12 months. Of course, these season passes come at a hefty price, and often at about 580 per person.
The real question is, are the shows worth it?
Most of the shows that debut at the Fox are touring productions, which typically also have runs at similar theaters across the country. These shows will run for five or six nights, with a few matinees. Often, the Fox will host repeat shows or productions that they have recently had.
Take, for example, Six: The Musical. This show follows the six wives of King Henry VIII, with a Brit-pop twist. The Fox ran this show recently in the spring of 2024, but it is making a return to the Atlanta Stage in April of this year.
Many of the shows hosted at Fox are widely known for their critical acclaim, which might be one reason why ticket prices are so steep. Many of these were directed, produced, or acted by Tony Award winners. The sound of music, which is coming to the Fox starting April 7th, is directed by Tony Award winner Jack O´Brien.
Not only does the Fox host large, well-known musicals, including Hamilton, Beauty and the Beast, and these previously mentioned, but it also opens to provide a stage for lesser-known productions. Monty Python´s Spamalot premieres in July, although I personally had no idea that Monty Python´s comedic prowess extended beyond film.
For some, theater doesn’t exactly pique their interest, which is perfectly fine. When there aren’t any musicals or plays running, Fox will invite smaller acts like Blue Man Group and Cirque De Soleil to run productions when there is downtime on stage. Cirque De Soleil is, without a doubt, one of the most frequently returning acts, perhaps simply because they host a variety of holiday-themed performances during the winter months.
No matter how interested in theater you are, you will absolutely recognize at least one show coming to the Fox stage. If you’re a movie buff, you can catch Mrs. Doubtfire in November. Almost everyone over the age of 7 has most likely heard of Hamilton, whether you’re particularly interested in it or not. And if somehow nothing on the schedule for 2026 catches your eye, look further than the calendar for 2027. They’ve already planned shows through July.
