ASU Music Theatre & Opera presents Bright Star

Music, book and story by Steve Martin

Music, lyrics and story by Edie Bricknell

Directed by Robert Kolby Harper

Music Direction by Leia Wasbotten and Mario Yñiguez

Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Bricknell, Broadway's "Bright Star" tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and '40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past--and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tightly in its grasp, "Bright Star" is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful.

Recommended for audiences age 12 and up.

Licensing information: Bright Star is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide, 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. www.theatricalrights.com

Notice about purchasing tickets:

At this time, all ticket sales are ONLINE ONLY. There will be no in-person sales at the event. Please purchase tickets in advance. Guests who do not have a ticket at the door will be directed to purchase them online.  Additional ticket service fees apply to every purchase.

Notice to Herberger Institute Faculty, Staff, Students and Mirabella Residents:

Herberger Institute Faculty, Staff, Students and Mirabella residents redeem complimentary tickets for eligible events online directly through the ticketing system: 

Click ‘Buy Tickets’ and select desired seat(s), then:

Faculty/Staff: Select one or two 'Faculty/Staff' tickets

Students: Select one ‘Student’ ticket

Mirabella Residents: Select one 'Adult' ticket 

All: Click the ‘Add to Cart’ button. Enter your 10-digit ASU ID as the coupon code, then click the ‘Apply’ button to complete the order. For assistance, email hiboxoffice@asu.edu.

Notice about ASU Safety policies:

All attendees are required to agree to adhere to ASU policies. At this time, consistent with CDC guidelines for colleges and universities, FACE COVERINGS ARE REQUIRED IN THE SCHOOL OF MUSIC, DANCE AND THEATRE INDOOR PERFORMANCE SPACES, and strongly encouraged in our outdoor spaces when physical distancing is not possible. We ask that you monitor for cold/flu/COVID-like symptoms, and stay home if you are unwell. Our safety policy permits performers to remove face coverings for performance as they are frequently testing and monitoring their health. ALL POLICIES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE and ticket holders will be notified via email prior to the event date should this occur. 

University COVID-19 information may be found at https://eoss.asu.edu/health/announcements/coronavirus.