SummerStock Austin 2025 Season: MARY POPPINS and JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
In partnership with Texas Performing Arts, Summer Stock Austin 2025 will present live performances at the McCullough Theatrebeginning July 25 through August 10, 2025 with a special one-night only Season Sneak Peek event on July 18 featuring upcoming talents and alumni sharing theatrical excellence and professional performances by youth. Season performances will play in rotation with varying schedules.
"Summer Stock Austin has always been about pushing creative boundaries and fostering the next generation of artists,” said Summer Stock Austin’s Producer and Artistic Director, Ginger Morris. “This season, we’re embracing the unex
pected—not only through the magic of Mary Poppins and the raw power of Jesus Christ Superstar but also with some exciting surprises in store. These productions will celebrate the incredible talent, passion, and legacy of our program in a whole new way."
Casting and Production Teams for Summer Stock Austin 2025 will be announced at a later date.
SEASON SNEAK PEEK
July 18, 2025 at 8:00 pm | McCullough Theatre
An Exclusive Summer Stock Experience – One Night Only!
A one-night-only evening of performance, community, and celebration! Summer Stock Austin alumni and current talents unite to celebrate the 21st season. With a glimpse into the upcoming 2025 Season featuring song and dance numbers from Mary Poppinsand Jesus Christ Superstar as well as a rare opportunity to celebrate young artists, the work they have been crafting, and the energy that makes Summer Stock Austin so special.
DISNEY AND CAMERON MACINTOSH’S MARY POPPINS
July 25–August 10, 2025 (9 Performances) | McCullough Theatre
A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film
Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman
Book by Julian Fellows
New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by George Styles and Anthony Drewe
Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh
Join the magical nanny, Mary Poppins, as she brings joy and adventure to the Banks family in this delightful musical filled with unforgettable songs and enchanting choreography. Based on the beloved stories by P.L. Travers, Mary Poppins takes audiences on a whimsical journey through London, where the impossible becomes possible. With classic tunes like "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" and "A Spoonful of Sugar," this heartwarming show celebrates the power of love, imagination, and the importance of family. Perfect for all ages, Mary Poppins is an uplifting and magical theatrical experience.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
August 2–10, 2025 (9 performances) | McCullough Theatre
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Lyrics by Tim Rice
What’s the Buzz? With a legendary score featuring hits like “Superstar,” “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” and “Gethsemane,” Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s groundbreaking masterpiece captures the final days of Jesus Christ through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. This timeless story blends iconic 1970s rock with profound themes of love, betrayal, and redemption—told entirely through song. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer, this global phenomenon continues to inspire and captivate new generations worldwide.
TICKETING: Season Show tickets start at $52; Season Sneak Peek individual tickets start at $25; available beginning Friday, March 21 at 10am. Senior, student, military and educator discounts available. Additionally, $25 rush tickets will be available one hour prior to all performances. More information at impactarts.org/ssa-2025.
A limited number of VIP Packages are available starting at $75, including:
- One (1) show themed goodie bag or signed show poster.
- Post-Show Meet and Greet with one (1) guest for one (1) digital photo with a lead performer.
- One (1) Souvenir Cup with a signature drink (mocktail or cocktail).
VIP Packages do not include show ticket (sold separately).
As part of Impact Arts’ “Theatre for All” initiative and to make tickets more accessible, Summer Stock Austin will offer a low-cost preview performance for Mary Poppins (July 24) and Jesus Christ Superstar (August 1) with all tickets only $25 for these two performances.
Special Events in celebration of Summer Stock Austin 2025:
- ASL Interpreted & Audio Described Performances
- Tuesday, Aug 5 at 7:30 pm (Jesus Christ Superstar)
- Thursday, Aug 7 at 6:00 pm (Mary Poppins)
- Sensory Friendly Performances
- Wednesday, Aug 6 at 1 pm (Jesus Christ Superstar)
- Friday, Aug 8 at 10:00 am (Mary Poppins)
Impact Arts is a 501c3 nonprofit cultivating the next generation of artists and leaders through Summer Stock Austin, Texas Arts Project, Digital Learning Series, In-School Workshops, Teacher Workshops, and College Audition Program all under the organization. Created by Ginger Morris, Victor Villalobos and Donelvan Thigpen, Impact Arts is committed to lifelong learning fostering empathy, creativity, and critical thinking through theatre and film programs propelling young artists to the next level in their careers. Uniquely empowering youth by producing professional quality productions, Impact Arts aims to be a leader in inclusive educational programs that use arts to unite people creating a lasting impact. Visit impactarts.org for more information.
Summer Stock Austin (SSA) has been stunning audiences for 21 seasons, bringing true musical theatre repertory experiences to Austin’s summertime entertainment scene. Running two to three professional-caliber musicals in rep each summer and producing an original movie musical, SSA is integral to the local arts community. Every year SSA brings together a vibrant mix of high school performers, college students, and seasoned professionals from across the nation, redefining expectations and setting the standard for excellence in theatrical productions that showcase the immense potential of our youth. As the only program of its kind, SSA provides a level playing field for talented young performers, emphasizing inclusivity and access to high-quality arts education. With hands-on training in performance, production, marketing, and fundraising, SSA prepares participants for success in the arts and beyond, nurturing future leaders and advocates for the arts community.