Tacoma Musical Playhouse

A Christmas Story: The Musical follows young Ralphie Parker on his quest for the ultimate Christmas gift—a Red Ryder BB gun. Set in 1940s Indiana, Ralphie navigates schoolyard bullies, a strict teacher, and his well-meaning but skeptical parents, all while dreaming of his perfect holiday.

Next to Normal is a powerful, contemporary musical that explores one family’s struggle with mental illness, grief, and the pursuit of stability. At its center is Diana Goodman, a suburban mother navigating bipolar disorder, whose condition deeply affects her husband and teenage children.

Big Fish: The Musical tells the larger-than-life story of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman known for his incredible tales of adventure, magic, and romance. Moving between fantasy and reality, this heartfelt musical explores the power of storytelling, the complexities of family, and the enduring bonds between father and son.