next to normal (musical)

Schedule

Thu Feb 19 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:30 pm

UTC-09:00

Location

656 7th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701-4514, United States | Fairbanks, AK

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Next to Normal is a 2008 American rock musical with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt. The story centers on a mother who struggles with worsening bipolar disorder and the effect that managing her illness has on her family. The musical is rated PG-13 and addresses grief, depression, attempted suicide, drug abuse, ethics in modern psychiatry, coming of age, familial dysfunction, and the challenges of married suburban life.
This award-winning Broadway musician boasts both a Pulitzer Prize in 2010 (a rare feat for a musical) and three Tony Awards in 2009, including wins for Best Actress, Best Orchestration, and Best Original Score. Scored for a small ensemble with Violin, Cello, Guitar, Bass, Piano, and Percussion, this show has a vibrant and emotional score with songs that ranges from folk and heavy rock to classical and more traditional modern musical theater.
We are thrilled to welcome some incredible local performers to join us in this project: Diana: Liz Brooks, Dan: TJ Hovest, Natalie: Remi Hinde, Gabe: Illyana Illguth, Henry: Sean Adams, Dr. Fine: Kori Glenn, Dr. Madden: Wesley Sonnemaker, Orderlies/ensemble: Timothy Hall, Sha Winchester and Faith Burns
We will be presenting a limited run of five shows of Next to Normal in it's debut to Fairbanks audiences. All shows will be held in the Firehouse Theater (same building as Dance Theater Fairbanks). General Admission price is $25. Seniors (65+) will receive a $10 discount at time of checkout when pre-purchasing tickets online through a registered FSAF account with qualifying DOB entered. Shows will be Thursday, February 19 at 7:00 pm, Saturday, February 21 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm, and Sunday, February 22 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Get your tickets early as this venue only seats 120 in the audience.
With Staging and Musical Direction by Susan Rice and Technical Direction by Alex Gagne-Hawes, this production features an incredible cast of talented local actors and a small pit orchestra of local musicians. Don't miss this emotional and powerful show that shines a light on the complexity of family issues, mental health, coming of age, and how one family chose to live their truth.
This production is generously sponsored by ND Systems Mental Health Therapy and Counseling.
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