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Hairspray

You can't stop the beat in this big and bold musical about one girl's inspiring dream to dance.
Mainstage
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 7:30 PM
Near West Theatre has a Pay What You Choose ticketing to ensure that all households, regardless of budgets, have access to theatre. If your household can afford to pay more for your ticket we encourage you to do so. For households on a tighter budget, we are thrilled to have you join us at whatever ticket price fits your budget.
Sold Out Performances & Waitlist Information
If a performance is sold out, you may join our in-person waitlist beginning one hour prior to the show’s start time (6:30pm for evening performances and 1:00pm for matinees) by checking in at our Box Office.
Please note:
The waitlist operates on a first come, first served basis.
We cannot guarantee that tickets will become available.
The Box Office phone line closes one hour before each performance. Calling our Box Office does not guarantee that you will receive tickets.
For additional questions, please contact us at: info@nearwesttheatre.org or 216-961-975
Event Pricing
Admission Adult $50.00 - $50.00
Admission Adult $40.00 - $40.00
Admission Adult $30.00 - $30.00
Admission Adult $20.00 - $20.00
Admission Child - $15.00
Admission Pay What You Can - $5.00
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It's 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular "Corny Collins Show." When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network... all without denting her 'do!