We are so grateful for your support and passion for live theatre. As a valued member of our PAC family, we want to share an important update with you regarding our Broadway Alaska programming.

After much thoughtful consideration, together with our partner Nederlander, we have made the difficult decision to pause our Broadway Alaska presentations for the upcoming season, including Disney's The Lion King. This decision was not made lightly, but it is necessary to ensure the long-term health of our organization and the quality of experience we provide to both artists and audiences. 

As the operations manager of this facility, we are financially responsible for financial capital needs, and in recent years, our operating budget has been significantly impacted by rising costs. Since reopening post-COVID, we have faced increased expenses related to critical deferred building maintenance, expanded security needs and the rising costs of transportation to secure touring engagements due to broader economic and political shifts. By taking this pause, we can focus on securing the necessary investments to maintain and strengthen our venue for the future. 

This is not a step back-it's a step forward in ensuring that we remain a vibrant, welcoming home for the performing arts for years to come. We are actively advocating for the support we need at the local, state, and philanthropic levels, and we will keep you informed as we make progress. 

Your continued support means everything to us, and we look forward to sharing more updates with you in the coming months. In the meantime, we remain committed to supporting world-class performances on our stages through our incredible resident companies and other presenting partners. We hope to see you at the theatre soon!

I know this news brings mixed emotions, but please know that our commitment to you, this organization, and all the organizations we serve has never been stronger. Your commitment to the arts and our community makes everything we do possible, and together, we will navigate this season with resilience and optimism, with a clear focus on investing in our future. If you are a current subscriber to Broadway Alaska or a ticket holder and any questions remain about ticketing, please reach out to the box office via centertix.com/contact and a team member will reach out promptly. 

Thank you for being part of our story-we can't wait to welcome you back for unforgettable experiences in the seasons ahead.  

With gratitude, 

Codie Costello
President & COO, ACPA
General Manager, Broadway Alaska