ABOUT THE SHOW: AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’

A saucy, sultry musical celebration of legendary jazz great, Fats Waller, Ain’t Misbehavin’ evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of this American original as a versatile cast struts, strums and sings the songs that he made famous in a career that ranged from uptown clubs to downtown Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood and concert stages in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

“…the beautifully varied arrangements, the whole thing is exhilarating. Go and exhilarate yourself.” – New York Times

Rated: PG-13 for mature themes including some lyrics and dialogue that may contain slang or suggestive language from the time period

Ain’t Misbehavin’ is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

 

PERFORMANCE DATES AND TIMES

January 16 – February 1, 2026 (Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:00pm)

PRESENTING SPONSOR

Ain’t Misbehavin’ is available for sponsorship. Interested in learning more? CLICK HERE for details.

TICKETS

CLICK HERE for tickets.

ACCESSIBLE PROGRAMMING AND RESOURCES

Audio Described and ASL Interpreted Performance with pre-show Touch Tour: Saturday, January 24; Relaxed Environment Performance: Wednesday, January 21; Pick Your Price Wednesday: all Wednesday performances.

STAGE DOOR DRINKS + LIBATIONS

On Saturday, January 17, and Saturday, January 31, join us 60 minutes before curtain at both performances to purchase beer, wine, seltzer, and soda in the lower lobby. You can enjoy your drink inside the theatre while you watch the show and return to Stage Door Drinks & Libation during intermission (where applicable)! All beverages from Stage Door Drinks + Libations will come in a reusable souvenir cup! Return with your glass to other Stage Door Drinks & Libations nights throughout the season and get a discount when you re-use your cup.

AUDITION

CLICK HERE to learn more.

MEET THE CAST

The cast list will be available in early October.

MEET THE PRODUCTION TEAM

Director: Erica Soto

Music Director: Vanessa Allen

Choreographer: Lewis Richards

Stage Manager: To Be Announced

VOLUNTEER

CLICK HERE to get involved with the production.

BEHIND THE SCENES

Check back to see how the show is brought to life at Grand Rapids Civic Theatre.

DIGITAL PLAYBILL

Once the show has opened, you can CLICK HERE to access the show’s Digital Playbill. Why digital and not printed? This decision had many factors that went into it including the reduction of our paper footprint in an effort to be more climate-conscious as well as budgetary restrictions coming out of the pandemic. Digital Playbills remain archived long-term and can be accessed HERE.

MEDIA AND MARKETING

From promotional and production video trailers to local television and radio spots, you’ll find it all here.

For media requests, contact Noddea Skidmore, Director of Marketing and Communications, at n.skidmore@grct.org.

 

 

WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SEASON AT Grand Rapids CIVIC THEATRE?

SEASON 99 ANNOUNCEMENT VIDEO