Bright Star, Inspired by a True Story
What if a long-lost piece of your past came back to change everything? Set in the Blue Ridge Mountains and inspired by a true event, Bright Star follows a literary editor whose past resurfaces in a tale of love, loss, and redemption. With a sweeping bluegrass-inspired score by Steve Martin (comic, musician, actor, writer) and Edie Brickell (New Bohemians), this heartwarming musical blends humor, heartbreak, and healing. It’s a moving reminder that the brightest stars often rise from the darkest skies.
A preshow talk is offered in the West Lobby 30 minutes prior to curtain.
Listen to the original Broadway cast recording on Spotify.
Season tickets are now on sale.
If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.
- Performance Times:
- 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays and Saturday, Oct. 4
- Theatre:
- Signature Series in the John Viars Theatre
- Run Time:
- 2 hours 25 minutes including a 15-minute intermission
- Content Advisory:
- The Playhouse does not rate subject matter as sensitivities vary from person to person. If you have questions about content, age appropriateness, or other aspects of the show (ie strobe lights and other theatrical effects), please contact the ticket office at 515.277.6261.
- Download Playbill
