The Last Five Years
Contemporary Masterpiece: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at the Hudson
Jason Robert Brown’s emotionally charged and innovative musical, “THE LAST FIVE YEARS,” returns to the Los Angeles stage for a limited engagement at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre. This production will run from Friday, February 6, through Sunday, February 22, 2026.
A modern classic of the musical theatre genre, the show tells the bittersweet story of a five-year relationship between Cathy, a struggling actress, and Jamie, a rising novelist. The production is famous for its unique structure: Cathy tells her story in reverse chronological order, while Jamie tells his from the beginning of the relationship forward, with their timelines meeting only once at their wedding.
A New Vision for a Beloved Story
This staging at the Hudson Mainstage promises an intimate look at the complexities of love, ambition, and the diverging paths of a young couple.
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The Music: Featuring a score that blends pop, jazz, and classical influences, the show is a vocal tour de force that has captivated audiences worldwide since its Off-Broadway debut.
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The Setting: The Hudson Mainstage provides the perfect backdrop for this character-driven drama, allowing the audience to feel the raw emotion of every note and lyric.
