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Titanic: The Musical
A Concert Production
Story and book by Peter Stone
Music and lyrics by Maury Yeston
Orchestrations by Ian Weinberger
Daniel Keeling, director & music director
Jim Kollias, music director
Featuring Beckman High School String Orchestra
Irvine Barclay Theatre, design elements
Jolana Villarreal, production stage manager
TITANIC - ENSEMBLE VERSION is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com
Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026, 2 p.m.
Open captions are available for this performance.
Winner of five Tony Awards, Titanic: The Musical is a sweeping and deeply moving portrait of the passengers, crew and officers aboard the legendary “Ship of Dreams” on its ill-fated maiden voyage. Drawing on the true stories of those who sailed — from Third-Class immigrants hoping for a new life, to ambitious Second-Class travelers, to the wealthy elite of First Class — the musical celebrates their hopes, dreams and humanity before tragedy strikes. Featuring a soaring score by Maury Yeston and a powerful book by Peter Stone, Titanic explores not only one of history’s most devastating maritime disasters, but also the questions it raised about progress, privilege and the human cost of ambition.
This concert production not only features one of the largest ensembles ever in a UCI Drama show. We are also building bridges into the community by partnering with Beckman High School String Orchestra, under the music direction of Jim Kollias, to present one of our largest orchestras ever. We can do more together.
“A modern musical theatre masterpiece.” — Mark Shenton, The Stage
“An inspired and inspiring night of musical theater.” — John Harding, DC Metro Theater Arts
“A glorious and moving score with a story full of aspirations, hope, love, ambition and ultimately tragedy.” — Soraya Scrivener, My Theatre Mates
- Recommended for age 12+
- This production includes mild adult themes, including language, mild sexual situations, grief and references to suicide.
Major support is provided by the Robert and Lorna Cohen Endowment for Excellence in Drama, the Theatre Guild and the Claire Trevor Society.
VIP Priority Seating
Current Theatre Guild and Claire Trevor Society members are invited to enjoy early access to seating at all UCI Arts Department of Drama productions. Please arrive 30 minutes before curtain to select your seats and simply check in with your name at the designated entrance. General seating will open 20 minutes before the show. Members arriving after the early entry period are asked to please join the main entry line.
Learn how to become a Theatre Guild or Claire Trevor Society member, here.
General Admission: $30
Senior Age 62+: $26
UCI Faculty, Alumni, Staff, Emeriti and Retirees: $26
Groups 10+: $26
Arts Packages (3+ events): $24
Students & Youth Age 17/Below: $10
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