Naperville residents and visitors looking for a fun outing this October have a treat in store with The Addams Family Musical by BrightSide Theatre. This Broadway hit, based on the beloved characters created by Charles Addams, brings the creepy and kooky clan to the stage in a wickedly funny musical that celebrates what makes every family unique.

Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Addams characters or simply seeking live theater close to home, this production at the Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall on the North Central College campus offers catchy songs, laugh-out-loud comedy and surprisingly heartfelt storytelling in Naperville’s historic downtown district.

Why You Can't Miss The Addams Family Musical by BrightSide Theatre

BrightSide Theatre stages the musical from October 2 to 18, 2026. The show follows Wednesday Addams as she falls in love with a perfectly respectable young man from a very normal family, leading to a memorable dinner where the two families meet, secrets are revealed and hilarity ensues.

Music and lyrics by Tony Award-nominated composer Andrew Lippa, with a book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice
Unforgettable characters including Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Uncle Fester, Lurch and Grandma
A celebration of what makes every family unique

What to Expect

The estimated running time is 2 hours 30 minutes, including an intermission. Expect catchy songs, choreography by Shane Brown and the signature Addams humor. The story is delightfully strange yet surprisingly touching as secrets surface and expectations get turned upside down during that infamous family dinner.

Direction by De Haddad and music direction by Phil Videckis, with Scott Kelley as Gomez, Samantha Keret as Morticia and Lauren Mathews as Wednesday
An American Sign Language-interpreted performance on Saturday, October 17 at 7:30 p.m.; the organizer’s page says to use promo code ASL for that show, which is sponsored by The Lions Club
A Broadway musical staged at the Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall, which BrightSide Theatre describes as a state-of-the-art facility

Things to Do in Naperville This October

Looking for things to do in Naperville on the weekends of October 10 and October 17? Head to North Central College for a performance that pairs live theater with the charm of downtown Naperville. Downtown Naperville’s restaurants are a short walk away, making it easy to turn your show into a full outing.

Combine the show with a stroll through Naperville’s historic downtown district
Supports local arts right here in DuPage County

Remaining Performances

The run began October 2 and continues through October 18, 2026. Remaining performances are Friday, October 9 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, October 10 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, October 11 at 2 p.m., Friday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, October 17 at 7:30 p.m. (American Sign Language interpreted) and Sunday, October 18 at 2 p.m.

Plan Your Visit

The Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall is located at 31 S. Ellsworth St. in Naperville, at the intersection of Ellsworth and Van Buren, with the entrance on Van Buren. The organizer does not list parking details, so arrive early and give yourself time to explore the surrounding neighborhood before the show.

Check the official listing on OvationTix for performance times and ticket details
Ticket prices are not listed on the BrightSide Theatre site; see the BrightSide Theatre show page for admission details or call BrightSide Theatre at (630) 447-8497
Consider pairing with dinner at downtown Naperville restaurants for a complete evening

BrightSide Theatre brings what it calls professional performances to Naperville’s historic downtown district. Grab your tickets, gather your crew and get ready to embrace the darkness, in the most fun way possible, at this Naperville production.