Shubert Theater Program

SHA students let their talents shine in our award-winning theater program. Originally called the “operetta,” the musical is a SHA tradition that has taken place each year since the first students enrolled at SHA in 1946. Under the direction of theater veteran Mary Lee Delaney, our annual musical lights up the legendary stage of the Shubert Theater in New Haven, where students work alongside theater professionals on performance, set design, lighting, sound, and costuming. Our musical theater program has been recognized with awards from the Broadway High School Theatre Guild and the prestigious HALO awards.

“Theater is a collaborative art form that teaches the value of collective participation. Bringing the show to the Shubert theater allows our students to heighten their theater training by collaborating with professionals on state of the art equipment. Participation in the musical encourages each student to use her voice, trust others, and create results. These skills are transferable to the classroom, the work force, and the community." - MaryLee Delaney, Theater Director

2024 SHA Musical

Welcome to the world of pure imagination with this tasty Broadway and West End musical based on the famous novel and hit movie.

The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka's army of curious Oompa-Loompas.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is your golden ticket to producing a crowd-pleasing, outrageous ensemble musical with plenty of delicious roles.

Tickets will be available for performances on November 8 & 9.

Your support for the annual SHA musical is so important to maintaining this incredible tradition.

Here is how you can show your support!

Purchase an ad in the SHA Musical Program. This is a great opportunity to promote your business or show support to the cast! The musical program is viewed by thousands of people each year.

To purchase an ad in the SHA Musical Program, click here.

Come and enjoy the show! Purchasing a ticket to the SHA Musical is not only an opportunity to see a Broadway-style performance, it confirms your commitment to SHA's Mission of creating wonderful opportunities for our students.