The George S. and Dolores Dore Eccles Theater is presenting the Broadway musical 'Hell's Kitchen' for performances scheduled through July 12, 2026, as part of the Zions Bank Broadway at the Eccles series. The production, featuring the music of Alicia Keys, arrives as Salt Lake County maintains its focus on cultural and recreational infrastructure through established funding programs.
Hell's Kitchen at Eccles Theater
The musical 'Hell's Kitchen,' which runs from July 11 to July 12, 2026, tells the story of a 17-year-old girl named Ali searching for freedom and purpose in New York City. The production features new songs and hits from 16-time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys. The narrative follows Ali as she navigates life under an overprotective single mother before finding a mentor in a neighbor who introduces her to the power of the piano.
The production is directed by four-time Tony Award nominee Michael Greif, with choreography provided by four-time Tony Award nominee Camille A. Brown. The book for the musical was written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Kristoffer Diaz. The show has been recognized as a New York Times Critic’s Pick.
Venue Features and Design
The Eccles Theater serves as a major performance destination for Salt Lake City, Utah, and the broader Intermountain West. The venue features the 2,500-seat Delta Performance Hall, which hosts both the Zions Bank Broadway at the Eccles series and the Live! at the Eccles series. The latter is a collaboration between Salt Lake County Arts & Culture, Magic Space Entertainment, and First Tracks Entertainment, offering music, comedy, and engaging talks.
In addition to the main hall, the venue includes the Regent Street Black Box, which hosts various local performances ranging from dance and theater to film and concerts. The theater's architecture by Pelli Clarke Pelli was intentionally designed to reflect the Southern Utah landscape, utilizing walls, seats, and floors that mimic the colors and striated patterns of Utah canyons, topped with a star-field ceiling meant to resemble a clear night sky.
Regent Street Revitalization
The presence of the Eccles Theater has acted as a catalyst for local urban development. The venue's establishment inspired the renovation and revitalization of Regent Street, located just east of the theater. This area has transitioned into a lively urban thoroughfare that now hosts various new local restaurants and retail establishments.
Visitors to the theater can experience a five-story glass lobby featuring distinctive chandeliers, colorful balustrade, and striking terrazzo floors. The facility also offers an outdoor terrace that spans the length of the building, providing views of the city skyline and the Oquirrh Mountains, alongside selections from the Salt Lake County Visual Art collection.
County Funding and Bonds
Salt Lake County provides ongoing support for these types of cultural and recreational initiatives through the TRCC Support Program. According to the Salt Lake County Community Services Department, this program provides essential funding for local cultural, recreation, and tourism projects.
Further investment in the region's infrastructure is tied to the 2026 General Obligation Recreation Bond. This bond was established to fund Salt Lake County parks, trails, and cultural facilities, ensuring the continued maintenance and expansion of public spaces.
Ticketing and Guest Services
For those attending performances at the Eccles Theater, the ticket office operates Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Staff are also available 90 minutes before any event for showtime assistance. Tickets can be purchased online via saltlakecountyarts.org, through the ArtTix app, by phone at 801-355-2787, or in person at ArtTix Ticketing Hubs located at the Capitol Theatre, Eccles Theater, and Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center.
The theater's management notes that while credit card payments are preferred at ArtTix windows, cash payments are accepted, though exact change is encouraged.
